A paralysed woman, Audrey Crews, played video games using only her thoughts thanks to Neuralink’s brain-computer interface. The technology lets her navigate and interact without any physical controller, showcasing its potential to restore lost abilities after injuries or diseases.
Iran-linked hackers posed as recruiters and used fake job postings to target US aviation engineers. They even impersonated a major airline while advertising a 'senior software engineer' role, embedding malicious code into video conferencing software. The campaign also targeted organizations in Israel, the UAE, and a US oil and gas company.
Bitcoin investors pulled $1.7 billion from US spot-Bitcoin ETFs in just five days, one of the largest weekly outflows since 2024. The selling intensified as Bitcoin approached $83,000—a price many ETF holders are estimated to have originally paid, creating unexpected pressure instead of the anticipated bullish momentum.
Marco Rubio’s India visit comes as he joins the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi amidst strained US-India ties. His packed schedule includes talks with PM Modi, a Kolkata event, and stops in Agra and Jaipur, marking a strategic push as Washington eyes closer Indo-Pacific cooperation.
Prince William shared heartfelt praise for Princess Catherine as she resumed royal duties after cancer treatment. Her first overseas trip since her diagnosis took her to Reggio Emilia, Italy, where she championed early years education. William called her the 'glue' of their family and said they couldn’t function without her.
NATO chief Mark Rutte says Europe must take on 'bigger responsibility' for defense as the US shifts focus to other global priorities like the Indo-Pacific. While Washington remains committed, Rutte admitted Europe has become overly reliant on American military support, signaling a gradual rebalancing within the alliance over the coming years.
Think about it: they're already deep into the next film *before* the first one even drops. That's either massive confidence or total recklessness. What if the first movie bombs? Are they just going to shelve the sequel or rewrite it completely? Feels like they're betting the house on Jaafar Jackson's performance, and that's a huge gamble. It reeks of executives seeing dollar signs instead of focusing on making a good movie. The hype is real, but the risk is even bigger.
A police officer was shot inside Franciscan Hospital in Michigan City, Indiana, during a confrontation with a suspect wanted for an armed car theft in Chicago. The hospital went into lockdown as emergency medical personnel treated the wounded officer. The suspect was later apprehended by law enforcement.
MS Dhoni will miss CSK's decisive game against Gujarat Titans, with their playoff hopes hanging in the balance. The 41-year-old, sidelined by thumb and calf injuries, hasn’t played this season but will rejoin the squad if they qualify. His absence adds pressure as CSK fights for a spot in the IPL playoffs.
Take-Two has confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, ending months of speculation about delays. CEO Strauss Zelnick revealed marketing for the highly anticipated game will kick off this summer, with pricing and pre-order details expected to follow.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Meta over claims WhatsApp misled users about its encryption. The lawsuit alleges Meta had access to large amounts of private data despite WhatsApp promoting end-to-end security. Billions of users rely on the app’s privacy promises, making this accusation a major blow to its reputation.
The US and Iran are exchanging draft texts in indirect talks to finalise a peace agreement amid a fragile ceasefire. Pakistani minister Mohsin Naqvi is in Iran to mediate discussions on the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Negotiators reportedly believe they’re “very close” to reaching a deal.
A US-bound Air France flight was diverted to Canada after authorities flagged a passenger from Congo who boarded despite Ebola travel restrictions. The plane landed in Montreal instead of Detroit, though there was no medical emergency during the flight.
The DNC’s 192-page autopsy report on the 2024 election came with a blunt disclaimer from Chair Ken Martin: it’s “not ready for primetime.” Despite calling it substandard, Martin released the report, citing transparency, as it examines Kamala Harris’s loss to Donald Trump and the party’s future strategy.
Massive wildfires across Southern California have scorched nearly 22,000 acres, forcing over 17,000 evacuations. The Sandy Fire alone destroyed 1,700 acres and at least one home as strong winds and high temperatures fueled the devastation from Santa Barbara County to the U.S.-Mexico border.
18-year-old Henry Nowak was fatally stabbed with a 21cm blade while walking home after a night out in Southampton. Prosecutors revealed his phone captured the start of the confrontation with 23-year-old Vickrum Digwa, who allegedly carried the weapon in a sheath around his neck.
The Strait of Hormuz saw a sudden surge in vessel activity, with 26 ships cleared by Iran’s IRGC in just 24 hours. This comes as US-Iran talks remain stalled, highlighting the critical waterway’s role in global shipping amidst ongoing tensions.
Shivraj Motegaonkar, a Latur coaching director accused in the NEET paper leak probe, allegedly ran a 'selection first, payment later' racket. Deals reportedly ranged from ₹5 lakh to ₹30 lakh, with some parents even offering blank cheques to secure medical admissions for their children.
Russian fighter jets came within six meters of a UK Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft over the Black Sea, triggering emergency systems onboard. Despite the close call, the RAF crew safely completed their NATO-linked mission in international airspace.
The US is considering a voluntary review system for advanced AI models like Anthropic's Mythos and OpenAI’s GPT-5.5 Cyber. These tools, capable of exposing hidden security flaws, have sparked fears they could be weaponized for hacking, raising concerns about risks to cybersecurity and national security.