Drought, Heat, Low Water Levels: Europe’s River Cruises Take a Hit
[The Danube and Rhine are at record lows this summer, disrupting hundreds of cruises that have become an increasingly popular part of Europe’s tourism industry.
US court rules Pentagon ban of Anthropic unlawful
Judge Rita Lin overturns Pentagon’s ‘supply chain risk’ label as second sanction awaits ruling Anthropic logo, a keyboard, and a robotic hand in this illustration. Photo: Reuters A United States federal judge ruled Thursday that sanctions imposed in February by the Trump administration against AI giant Anthropic were illegal, finding that the government had punished … Read more
‘The Sauna Is Hot and Uncomfortable’: Vote on E.U. Talks Makes Iceland Sweat
The usually genial country is been bitterly divided over a vote this weekend on whether to enter membership talks with the European Union.
Clashes Cloud Shawn Fain’s Re-election Bid at U.A.W.
[A federal investigation and conflict over Israel are preoccupying the United Auto Workers president ahead of a vote that would give him a second term.
A.I. Brings Big Gains to Hurricane Forecasts, Google Researchers Say
Analysis by the company’s DeepMind unit suggests that an A.I.-enabled model delivers accurate forecasts a day or more before conventional models can.
Nauman Ijaz recalls cancer battle, says Surah Rehman gave him strength
Actor reflects on his 2024 diagnosis, treatment and the faith that helped him through a difficult period Actor Nauman Ijaz has opened up about a difficult chapter in his life, recalling how prayer and the daily recitation of Surah Rehman became a source of strength during his cancer journey. Speaking on a recent podcast, the … Read more
Inter Miami appoint new coach Gonzalez
MIAMI: Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami on Thursday appointed his fellow Argentine Cristian “Kily” Gonzalez as new head coach of the reigning Major League Soccer champions. Gonzalez, who hails from superstar Messi’s hometown Rosario, will attempt to turn around Miami’s poor run of post-World Cup form under interim manager Guillermo Hoyos. “Inter Miami CF announced today … Read more
Mohibullah flags squash decline
Former World No 2 says poor training and weak fitness push the sport towards crisis Pakistan’s top player Noor Zaman extends an impressive performance to reach the quarter-finals of the Optasia Championships in England: Photo: APP PESHAWAR: Pakistan’s once-dominant squash tradition is facing a crisis of discipline and preparation, veteran player Mohibullah Khan says, as … Read more
Make Friendship a Healthy Habit
Commit to your friendships like you do the gym.
Why These Giant Storage Tanks Increasingly Hold Very Little Oil
[Oil companies and governments are consuming their once vast stockpiles as Iran and the United States continue to struggle for control over the Strait of Hormuz.