Four Top Google A.I. Researchers Form New Start-Up
Jeff Dean, who for years was one of Google’s most important executives, is leading the new artificial intelligence company with the backing of Google.
China to tighten export controls on drone-related dual-use items to US for ‘national security’
Exports of drones, key components, related technologies ‘shall be subject to case-by-case strict review’ A drone photograph shows the international container terminal at Yantai Port in Shandong province, China, on July 14, 2026. Photo: Xinhua China on Wednesday said it would tighten export controls on drone-related dual-use items bound for the United States, citing “national … Read more
A Four-Ton SpaceX Rocket Stage Hit the Moon, but No One Saw It
Although amateur and professional astronomers pointed their telescopes at the impact site, there were no obvious signs of a collision — at least not yet.
‘One Night Only’ Review: A 12-Hour Sexual Reprieve
This dystopian rom-com follows Allie (Monica Barbaro) and Owen (Callum Turner), on their parallel hunts for passion.
Pakistan team reaches base camp with body of renowned climber killed in avalanche
On July 30, an avalanche cut off contact with the 10-member international expedition led by Purja on Broad Peak Mourners in Kathmandu lit candles before the portraits of mountaineer Nirmal Purja and his companions, who were killed in an avalanche in Pakistan. Photo: AFP/file A search team has transported the bodies of renowned climber Nirmal … Read more
What the Stock Market’s Record Rally Has to Do With Rescuing the Yen
[The wide impact of the U.S. intervention into the Japanese currency shows the extent to which global markets’ revolve around investments in artificial intelligence.
Lobga Rangzen, the Tibetan Activist Who Set Himself on Fire in Manhattan
No one doubted the intensity of Lobga Rangzen’s commitment to a Tibet free of Chinese control. But they were not prepared for what he did next.
Saudi-led consortium finalizes $55b acquisition of gaming giant EA
Saudi Arabia has steadily expanded its investments in the global gaming industry as part of its Vision 2030 strategy A Saudi-led investment group on Wednesday finalised the $55 billion acquisition of American video game publisher Electronic Arts (EA), according to official statements and industry reports. The deal, which takes the publisher of major franchises such … Read more
Abdul El-Sayed holds off on declaring victory in Michigan Democratic Senate primary
US media also projects Democratic nominee Christina Hines winning congressional district in Michigan United States Senate Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks on stage, with vote counting continuing for Michigan’s Democratic US Senate primary, during an election night rally in Detroit, Michigan, US, August 5, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Despite several news outlets declaring Abdul El-Sayed the … Read more
Climate Change Comes to Sesame Street
[An episode this week focuses on the dangerous effects of warming, without mentioning climate change.