California Passes New Rule Regulating Replacement Car Tires
The rule to require efficient replacement tires was praised by environmentalists. But manufacturers warned that the change would hurt American companies and increase tire prices.
Shekhar Kapur says AI could put blockbuster filmmaking within anyone’s reach
Indian filmmaker believes AI dismantling traditional barriers to cinema; could empower new generation of storytellers Indian Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has weighed in on artificial intelligence’s growing role in cinema, arguing that the technology could soon make blockbuster-scale filmmaking accessible to anyone with a desktop computer. Speaking to Variety India, Kapur said the cost and logistics … Read more
Vieira appointed Senegal head coach after World Cup disappointment
The 50-year-old succeeds Pape Thiaw and takes charge of the national side for the first time Senegal have appointed France’s 1998 World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as head coach. Photo: REUTERS DAKAR: Senegal have appointed France’s 1998 World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as head coach, the country’s football federation announced Tuesday, succeeding Pape Thiaw who … Read more
Pakistan issues ‘strong demarche’ to US over ‘irresponsible’ remarks by ambassador in India on IIOJK status
FO says Kashmir is an internationally recognised disputed territory awaiting final disposition Foreign Office. Photo: File Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US charge d’affaires in Islamabad and lodged a “strong demarche” over US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor’s visit to Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and his remarks describing the disputed territory as … Read more
The Good List: 6 Things to Add Some Joy to Your Day
Walk-up songs, a shopping app and a despair antidote.
Trump and Canada’s Carney Seem to Make Progress on a Tariff Deal, but Questions Linger
After a deadline extension, the latest U.S. tariff threats seemed headed toward resolution on Wednesday, but questions lingered about what Canada would give up, and what it would get in exchange.
A County Got Rich From Data Centers. Some Question ‘At What Cost?’
Loudoun County, Va., hosts more than 250 data centers that bring in huge tax revenues. But some officials and residents worry the county has become too dependent on that cash.
U.K. to Test Whether Tweaks to Trans-Atlantic Flight Paths Affect Global Warming
Hundreds of aircraft traversing the North Atlantic will be asked to adjust their altitude in an effort to reduce heat-trapping contrails.
Govinda’s wife Sunita Ahuja withdraws divorce petition after weeks of speculation
Sunita Ahuja, wife of Bollywood actor Govinda, has withdrawn her divorce petition, bringing an end to weeks of speculation over the future of the couple’s four-decade-long marriage. According to Govinda’s manager, Ahuja decided to withdraw the petition against her husband and the couple are not separating. Speaking to The Indian Express, the manager said Ahuja … Read more
PFF explores Saudi partnerships to expand football opportunities
Gillani outlined the federation’s plans while Farooq pledged support for greater sporting cooperation Pakistan Football Federation’s (PFF) presdient Mohsen Gillani called on Pakistan’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmad Farooq, in Riyadh. During the meeting, opportunities to further strengthen cooperation and explore avenues for the development and promotion of football in Pakistan were discussed. The discussion also focused … Read more