Tech & Startups
Papa Johns Is Getting Into Drone Delivery—but Not for Pizza
Wired · Global
A new collaboration with Alphabet’s Wing will only deliver sandwiches. It demonstrates the tricky parts of taking to the sky.
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Tech & Startups
Update Your iPhone Now for Better Encrypted Messaging With Android
Wired · Global
As part of the iOS 26.5 update, Apple’s Messages app can now encrypt texts between some iPhone and Android smartphones.
Tech & Startups
TikTok launches an ad-free subscription plan in the UK
TechCrunch · US
Users who sign up for the plan won’t see ads on TikTok, and their data won’t be used for advertising purposes.
Tech & Startups
NYT’s Wordle to become a TV game show
TechCrunch · US
This will be the first time that The Times has collaborated with a TV broadcaster for an entertainment-based program, representing yet another pivot in the med…
Tech & Startups
Bravo is creating unscripted microdramas for the Peacock app
TechCrunch · US
As microdrama apps like ReelShort and DramaBox quietly rake in billions, Peacock announced on Monday that it is launching two unscripted Bravo microdramas, whi…
Tech & Startups
Finally, texts between Android and iPhone users can be end-to-end encrypted
TechCrunch · US
Google had urged Apple for years to support RCS texting to make communication between each company's devices more seamless.
Geopolitics
Why Chinese youth embrace AI for fortune-telling despite critics labelling it a ‘scam’
South China Morning Post – World · China
Chinese youth are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for fortune-telling, discovering that AI models are cheaper, faster, and equally effecti…
Geopolitics
Ferry passengers stranded over an hour after vessel hits typhoon shelter barrier
South China Morning Post – World · China
An outlying island ferry struck a barrier at a typhoon shelter in Hong Kong shortly after midnight on Monday, with passengers recalling being jolted and strugg…
Geopolitics
US-China negotiations seek a quick Seoul search for deals ahead of Trump’s visit
South China Morning Post – World · China
The next round of US-China trade talks appears to be a rushed precursor intended to set the stage for President Donald Trump’s state visit to Beijing, accordin…
Geopolitics
Will Starmer’s election woes force a shake-up in the UK’s ties with China?
South China Morning Post – World · China
The ruling Labour Party’s dire results in local and regional elections in the UK late last week had damaged Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s authority and could l…
Geopolitics
Philippine senator escapes arrest as ICC confirms drug war warrant
South China Morning Post – World · China
Philippine authorities said on Monday they would not arrest for now a lawmaker wanted by the International Criminal Court for his alleged role in ex-president …
Geopolitics
UK sanctions 85 people and entities over ‘pro-Kremlin narratives’
South China Morning Post – World · China
Eighty-five Russia-linked people and entities have been sanctioned as part of a UK government crackdown on “pro-Kremlin narratives abroad”. The sanctions, impo…
Geopolitics
Lawsuit blames OpenAI for ChatGPT helping plan Florida mass shooting
South China Morning Post – World · China
The widow of a man killed in last year’s mass shooting at Florida State University is suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI, blaming the company’s artificial intelligence…
Geopolitics
China’s AI ascent leaves Trump a stark choice: escalate or relax chip controls?
South China Morning Post – World · China
US President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to China comes as the US-Iran war disrupts global energy supplies, fuels economic uncertainty and adds fresh strain …
Geopolitics
Netflix sued in US for ‘spying’ on children, addictive design
South China Morning Post – World · China
Netflix was sued on Monday by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who accused the streaming company of spying on children and other consumers by collecting thei…
Geopolitics
Iran denies proposal sent to US contains ‘excessive demands’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Iran says Tehran’s response to the latest US proposal to end the war was “not excessive."
Geopolitics
Trump says ceasefire on ‘life support’, slams Iran response to US proposal
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Efforts between Washington and Tehran to reach an agreement continue to fall short, fuelling concerns of return to war.
Geopolitics
US and French evacuees from Hantavirus-hit ship test positive
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
As passengers evacuate the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius cruise ship, a French woman and two US citizens tested positive.
Geopolitics
How impunity in Shireen Abu Akleh’s case fuels Israeli attacks on the press
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Rights advocates say lack of accountability for killing of US citizen and Al Jazeera journalist enabled further abuses.
Geopolitics
Fan festivals, Panini, tickets: What are FIFA World Cup fans talking about?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
From collectible shirts to broadcasting issues, here's what global football fans are discussing before World Cup 2026.
Geopolitics
Iran war live: Trump slams Iranian proposal as ceasefire hangs by a thread
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Iran's powerful parliamentary speaker says US has 'no alternative but to accept' Tehran's 14-point proposal to end war.
Geopolitics
‘A consistent pattern of lying’: Musk v OpenAI trial exposes what insiders think of Sam Altman
The Guardian – World · Europe
The trial has exposed even more details about OpenAI’s fractious corporate past than previously documentedOpenAI, despite its name, is usually extremely secret…
Geopolitics
California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton mocked for misidentifying a ‘street taco’
The Guardian – World · Europe
The British political strategist drew swift criticism in a state where tacos are practically the official dishSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email…
Geopolitics
Mayor of California city resigns over charges of being a foreign agent of China
The Guardian – World · Europe
Eileen Wang, 58, mayor of Arcadia, agreed to plead guilty over the felony count brought by the justice departmentEileen Wang, the mayor of a southern Californi…
Geopolitics
Why does everyone hate Keir Starmer? – podcast
The Guardian – World · Europe
Aditya Chakrabortty on the Labour leader’s predicament – and if he may be the last prime minister of the two-party systemIn these highly polarised times, dunki…
Geopolitics
Philippine presidential hopeful Sara Duterte impeached for second time
The Guardian – World · Europe
Vice-president is accused of misusing public funds and threatening the lives of President Marcos Jr and his wifeThe Philippine vice-president, Sara Duterte, ha…
Geopolitics
‘Truly terrifying’: Alberta voter data breach raises fears for Canada’s electoral integrity
The Guardian – World · Europe
Debates over secession overshadowed by revelations separatist-linked group gained access to list of electorsThe illegal use of voter information by rightwing s…
Geopolitics
Watch: Soldier on parachuting to remote island to bring Hantavirus aid
BBC News – World · Europe
A specialist team helped supply critical medical support to Tristan da Cunha in the South Atlantic.
Geopolitics
Dozens of Nigerian fishermen feared dead after Chad air strikes on Boko Haram
BBC News – World · Europe
A fishermen's leader tells the BBC that 40 people are feared dead - either in the strikes or drowning as they tried to flee.
Geopolitics
Elon Musk and Tim Cook among CEOs expected to accompany Trump on China trip
BBC News – World · Europe
A total of 17 US executives are set to join the president on his visit, where he will meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.
Geopolitics
Watch: Alaska town sees its last sunset until August
BBC News – World · Europe
Residents of Utqiagvik, the United States' northernmost city, will experience 84 days of midnight sun and uninterrupted daylight.
Geopolitics
How the Trump-Xi summit could set superpower relations for many years to come
BBC News – World · Europe
Trump's whirlwind visit to China is the most significant for years - but will it bear fruit?
Geopolitics
Trump says Iran ceasefire is on 'massive life support'
BBC News – World · Europe
The US president criticises an Iranian counteroffer to end the war, and says the month-long ceasefire is "unbelievably weak".
General
U.S. and China arrest 5 in joint drug smuggling investigation ahead of Trump trip
NBC News – World · US
U.S. and Chinese authorities jointly arrested five suspects in a cross-border smuggling and trafficking operation, Beijing said Monday, touting the cooperation…
General
Tom Llamas in China ahead of Trump’s historic trip
NBC News – World · US
The historic summit is just days away, when President Trump will go face-to-face with China’s President Xi. Tom Llamas is on the ground in Beijing where he’ll …
General
Trump says ceasefire is ‘on life support’ after rejecting ‘unacceptable’ proposal from Iran
NBC News – World · US
President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran is “on life support” and “unbelievably weak” after the two sides exchanged fire this weekend, with Trump la…
Geopolitics
Trump Proposes Suspending Federal Gas Tax Until Prices Fall
The New York Times – World · US
Congress would have to agree to any suspension, and dropping federal taxes would not make up for the steep increase in prices since the war began.
Geopolitics
Nations Brace for Long-Term Economic Woes as Trump Calls Iran Truce Plan ‘Garbage’
The New York Times – World · US
President Trump said the fragile cease-fire was on “life support,” and India’s leader urged residents to cut back on purchases and travel.
Geopolitics
Shady Shipping
The New York Times – World · US
The murkiness in the Strait of Hormuz reveals a darker side of global shipping: Some vessels don’t want to be found.
Geopolitics
Quebec Novelist Shines a Harsh Spotlight on Migration, and on Trump’s America
The New York Times – World · US
Thélyson Orélien, a Haitian-born, previously unknown writer, submitted an unsolicited manuscript. Its rights were sold in 23 countries before publication.
Geopolitics
Shreyas Iyer equals Virat Kohli feat with stunning knock against former team DC
Times of India – World · India
Shreyas Iyer etched his name in IPL history with his third consecutive 50+ score against Delhi Capitals, joining Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid. His unbeaten 59…
Geopolitics
Drishyam-style crimes that blur the line between thriller and reality
Times of India – World · India
Indian police are increasingly encountering murder suspects who allegedly draw inspiration from crime thrillers for their cover-ups. Recent cases across multip…
Geopolitics
Omar Abdullah’s ‘liquor consumption religion-centric’ comment sparks debate
Times of India – World · India
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah defended the region's liquor policy, stating shops are for those whose religion permits consumption. His comment…
Geopolitics
Gisele Bündchen skips Tom Brady in Mother’s Day post, but he didn’t
Times of India – World · India
Tom Brady surprised many by publicly dedicating a Mother's Day Instagram Story to ex-wife Gisele Bündchen, featuring family photos. While he also acknowledged …
Geopolitics
'Bhooth Bangla' BO day 26: Akshay Kumar’s horror comedy crosses Rs 243 cr worldwide
Times of India – World · India
Akshay Kumar's latest venture, 'Bhooth Bangla,' has taken the box office by storm, accumulating an impressive Rs 243 crore in just 26 days! Directed by the tal…
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