UN Pauses Hormuz Evacuation After Cargo Ship Struck
The UN pauses a critical evacuation plan in the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship is struck by an unknown projectile.
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Bungie Confirms Mass Layoffs
Bungie confirms 'most' of the Destiny team is being let go as part of a company-wide reorganization.
OpenAI and Broadcom Unveil ‘Jalapeño’ Chip for LLM Inference
OpenAI and Broadcom debut Jalapeño, a custom AI accelerator aimed at boosting the efficiency and scale of LLM inference.
Australia’s H5N1 bird flu arrives: Last continent confirmed
Australia confirms its first H5N1 bird flu case in a migratory seabird, marking the virus's arrival on every continent.
UK Court Upholds Palestine Action Terror Ban
UK Court of Appeal upholds government ban on Palestine Action as terrorist organization, overturning previous free speech ruling.
UNESCO Cathedral Burns in Russian Air Raid
UNESCO site damaged as Russia launches one of its heaviest air raids in weeks.
Norway Royal Family Faces Crisis After Rape Verdict
Norway's crown princess's son convicted of two rape counts, sentenced to four years as royal family faces crisis.
Oliver Tree Dies in Brazil Helicopter Crash
US musician Oliver Tree is among six people presumed dead in a helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday.
Swiss Voters Reject Population Cap
Swiss voters reject right-wing proposal to cap population at 10 million.
UK Forces Seize Russian Oil Tanker in Channel
British forces board and seize Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in English Channel, marking first solo interception of its kind.
Microsoft Reportedly Considering Xbox Spin-Off
Microsoft is reportedly exploring restructuring options for Xbox, including a potential spin-off, while accelerating key game franchises.
Switzerland Votes on Population Cap
Switzerland is holding a historic referendum on a proposal to cap its population at 10 million, pitting economic concerns against immigration policy.