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Europe’s teenage terror crisis: Extremist plots rise as social media and AI accelerate radicalisation
Adolescents as young as 13 are being arrested for plotting terrorist attacks across Europe, as online propaganda and the Gaza war fuel a new wave of digital extremism.
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Sam Altman’s Worldcoin project expands to US as Trump administration backs crypto
Sam Altman’s Worldcoin has launched in the US with iris-scanning IDs and crypto tokens as Trump’s administration embraces digital assets.
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Chinese exporters use ‘origin washing’ to evade Trump tariffs, sparking global crackdown
Exporters are rerouting goods through countries like Malaysia and Vietnam to bypass US trade barriers, prompting concerns among America’s allies.
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How magnetar explosions may have sparked the universe’s gold and uranium supply
A new study has found that rare magnetar flares could be a key source of heavy elements like gold and uranium, helping explain their early presence in the universe.
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China's disappearing data: How Beijing is tightening control over the economic narrative
Beijing is increasingly restricting access to vital economic statistics, leaving economists and investors in the dark as confidence in China's official numbers continues to erode.
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Crypto’s wild return under Trump: Pardons, champagne and stablecoins
Under President Trump’s return, the crypto industry has rebounded with pardons, regulatory rollbacks, and Trump family-backed ventures, culminating in a lavish celebration at Dubai’s Token2049.
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Small manufacturers see opportunity in tariffs as orders surge
Trump’s new tariffs are reviving small US manufacturers, driving new orders as companies seek to avoid steep import duties—though uncertainty still clouds long-term gains.
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Trump’s shifting Ukraine strategy sparks hope and anxiety in Kyiv
After a chaotic Oval Office meeting and deep scepticism toward Ukraine, Trump’s recent moves—including a minerals deal and criticism of Putin—signal a potential shift in U.S. engagement.
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The science of happiness: What decades of research reveal about human connection
From Soviet nostalgia to Harvard’s longest wellness study, psychologists uncover how relationships—not riches or achievement—hold the key to lasting well-being.
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The global cocaine boom: Inside Colombia’s new drug empire and its expanding reach
With record-high production, tech-savvy narco-subs, and global demand soaring, Colombia’s cocaine industry has entered a powerful—and dangerous—new era.
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Trump turns to L3 Harris for interim Air Force One amid Boeing delays
Frustrated by Boeing’s decade-long delays, Trump commissions an alternative presidential jet while considering a future beyond the troubled 747 replacement project.
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US Army launches largest post–Cold War overhaul with major pivot to drones
The US Army is investing $36 billion to equip divisions with 1,000 drones each, modernise tech, and retire outdated gear—without increasing its budget.
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US and Ukraine sign mineral deal as Trump eyes Ukraine’s buried wealth to boost US supply chains
The US and Ukraine have signed a deal to jointly develop critical minerals, but war, infrastructure, and uncertain economics could delay results by decades.
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Syria’s new rulers face thorny dilemma over thousands of foreign fighters in their ranks
Syria’s new leadership must decide the fate of thousands of foreign Islamist fighters who helped win the war but now threaten the country’s unity and global legitimacy.
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Pope Francis’s financial legacy: Reforms reshaped Vatican bank, but deficits and pension crisis loom
Pope Francis’s financial reforms cleaned up Vatican institutions but failed to fix its deficits and underfunded pension system, leaving the Church at risk of a financial crisis, reports FT.
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Microsoft surges on strong cloud growth and upbeat forecast, easing investor concerns
Microsoft’s strong earnings and upbeat forecast—driven by Azure’s growth—sent its stock up 7%, easing investor concerns over AI spending and trade risks.
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Judge slams Apple for defying App Store antitrust order, refers case for criminal contempt probe
A federal judge accused Apple of defying a court order on App Store payments and referred it for a criminal contempt probe.
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EU prepares ‘plan B’ to uphold Russia sanctions as Trump signals potential withdrawal from Ukraine talks
The EU is preparing backup plans to maintain sanctions against Russia if the Trump administration withdraws from Ukraine peace efforts.
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Jagmeet Singh’s fall reshapes Canada’s political map and clears path to India reset
Jagmeet Singh’s electoral defeat and resignation mark a turning point for Canada’s domestic politics and pave the way for improved India-Canada relations.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warns: China 'not behind' in AI, 'very close' to U.S.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised Huawei’s AI progress, stating China is “not behind” the U.S. He also called for U.S. policies that boost AI competitiveness amid ongoing chip export restrictions.
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Nvidia announces $500 billion investment to manufacture AI chips in U.S.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced a $500 billion investment in U.S. AI infrastructure, marking the company's first domestic chip manufacturing. The move aims to strengthen supply chains and meet growing AI demand.
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U.S. economy contracts in Q1 2025, driven by trade war and slowing consumer spending
The U.S. economy contracted 0.3% in Q1 2025, driven by a surge in imports ahead of tariffs and slowing consumer spending, according to The Wall Street Journal, highlighting ongoing challenges from trade wars.
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US firms must become ‘AI factories’, says Nvidia’s Jensen Huang
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said US companies must become “AI factories” producing digital models and boosting jobs at the Hill and Valley Forum; he backed onshore manufacturing amid chip export curbs.
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White House launches drudge Report-like news hub to promote pro-Trump stories
The White House launched “White House Wire,” a Drudge Report-style site promoting pro-Trump news, aiming to bypass mainstream media and offer supporters a central hub for favourable coverage.
