Economy
Another California tech company lays off thousands
The layoffs bludgeoning the tech industry continued this week as artificial intelligence reshapes the industry.
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Widely criticized keto diet study retracted – Retraction Watch
Widely criticized keto diet study retracted Retraction Watch
Artificial Intelligence
Google I/O showed how the path for AI-driven science is shifting
During Tuesday’s Google I/O keynote, Demis Hassabis, the CEO of Google DeepMind, proclaimed that we are currently “standing in the foothills of the singularity.” It was a striking statement—the singularity…
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It’s not always clear when someone’s lost the ability to decide – Psyche
It’s not always clear when someone’s lost the ability to decide Psyche
World
Cuba tells its citizens to prepare for war as U.S. targets Castro
As the U.S. upped pressure on Cuba, charging former President Raúl Castro with murder in connection to a 1996 attack on civilian planes, leaders of the island nation warned citizens…
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BOFH: Vibe-coded solutions arrive for problems nobody has
The Boss gives common sense an AI wrapper
World
‘Standout’ Wānaka home bucks the size trend – and still wins in architectural awards – The Press
‘Standout’ Wānaka home bucks the size trend - and still wins in architectural awards The Press
World
It’s OK to pack medical marijuana on a flight … sometimes. What you need to know
It's OK to pack medical marijuana when flying out of California, but whether those products will still be with you when you land is an open question, experts say.
World
More ‘rough sleepers’ on Hollywood streets as the city removes tents, bringing new challenges
Hollywood service organizations conducted their own homeless count to help them adapt their outreach to a changing population that has fewer tents and more people sleeping rough or in vehicles
World
Commentary: At ease — permanently. The SoCal military academies that thrived and then folded their tents
At the start of the 20th century, Southern California was home to an astonishing number of military academies designed to turn boys into officers and gentlemen.
World
Spencer Pratt’s campaign spent more than $15,000 at pricey Hotel Bel-Air
Pratt, whose home burned in the Palisades fire, has said he is living at the hotel because of threats he has received.
World
The three men killed in San Diego shooting saved many others, ‘did not die in vain’
Three men sacrificed their lives to protect dozens of schoolchildren during an attempted mass shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego.
World
Deals and words: Reading the tea leaves for the ‘historic’ Xi-Trump summit
Twists and turns can be expected for the rest of this year.
Private Spaceflight
This cryptocurrency billionaire will fly SpaceX’s 1st private Starship to Mars, but when?
SpaceX says it will launch a private flyby mission to Mars that will be led by cryptocurrency billionaire Chun Wang, but when it will fly is unclear.
Science & Tech
Bixonimania’—the fake illness that AI fell for
How an experiment involving a made-up skin condition exposes the risks of increasingly popular AI medical advice
Politics
New site aims to track $12.5B in air traffic control system upgrades
The Department of Transportation is rolling out a new website to track progress in the sprawling effort to modernize the nation's air traffic control system.
Arts
L.A. Times BuzzMeter: Predicting the 2026 Emmy winners
Our panel of experts returns for another season of fearless Emmy predictions.
Arts
‘Sofia the First: Royal Magic’ brings back a beloved princess, along with new friends and a foe
Disney Jr.'s first preschool princess returns in a new sequel series that features a few new characters and a villain voiced by Broadway star Eden Espinosa.
Arts
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ fries and Grogu shakes: Why Hollywood keeps feeding the fast-food machine
Hollywood's decades-long love affair with fast-food chains shows no signs of slowing down, from purple 'demon' sauce inspired by 'KPop Demon Hunters' to blue milkshakes for 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian…
Arts
At SoCal newest children’s museum, kids can dig for mammoth bones or face a giant Lite-Brite
At KidSTREAM, the first museum of its kind in Ventura County, immersive exhibits highlight the area's unique industry and geography.
Hate Crimes
Why Islamophobic, Antisemitic and Racist Crimes Are Rising in the UK
Islamophobic, antisemitic and racist crimes are being fueled by online disinformation, global instability and divisive political rhetoric, experts say.
Science & Tech
Poco Pad C1 launched in Malaysia, priced from RM549: Budget tablet with 9.7″ screen, 7,600mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 – SoyaCincau
Poco Pad C1 launched in Malaysia, priced from RM549: Budget tablet with 9.7" screen, 7,600mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 SoyaCincauPoco Pad C1 launches with familiar specs - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.comXiaomi…
US
Trump allies, Jan. 6 defendants lining up to apply for $1.7 billion fund
Jan. 6 defendants and allies of President Trump are lining up to seek their share of the DOJ's $1.776 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" announced this week.
Arts
Revolution Days review – fearless aid worker bears witness to the Arab spring
Citizens theatre, GlasgowBased on her real observations of the civil uprising, Mariem Omari’s play looks at its humanitarian impactIn less volatile times, the memory of the Arab spring would be…
World
Energy, transport pushing up cement prices- BUA’s Rabiu – Vanguard News
Energy, transport pushing up cement prices- BUA’s Rabiu Vanguard NewsBUA Cement excites shareholders with strong 2025 performance, approves N10 dividend per share Premium Times NigeriaBUA blames competition, new entrant for high cement…
رياضة محلية
Singapore’s top swimmer Letitia Sim announces shock retirement – The Straits Times
Singapore’s top swimmer Letitia Sim announces shock retirement The Straits Times'The right path for me moving forward': Singapore star Letitia Sim retires from competitive swimming CNA23-Yr-Old Letitia Sim Announces Surprise Retirement SwimSwamSingapore's top…
رياضة محلية
Chiefs player ratings: All Blacks duo’s ’embarrassing antics’ come back to bite despite Wallace Sititi’s star performance – Planet Rugby
Chiefs player ratings: All Blacks duo's 'embarrassing antics' come back to bite despite Wallace Sititi's star performance Planet Rugby
What's On
Under the Radar: Haiver
With a new album due out next month and a UK tour on the horizon, we should expect to hear a lot more from Haver in the second half of…
Culture
Kazakhstan, Smithsonian Institution to Deepen Museum and Cultural Cooperation
The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the Smithsonian Institution will strengthen cooperation in museum studies, cultural heritage preservation, and…
رياضة محلية
Rashid: Manage yourself on the bad days like you would on the good ones
"If I do well, if I don't do well, I know what makes me a better bowler - and what makes me a better bowler is to hit the right…
World
UUP leader denies intervening over Doug Beattie candidacy
Last week it emerged Beattie was not expected to be chosen as the party's candidate for Upper Bann in next year's assembly election.
Bengaluru
Stray dog euthanasia: Bengaluru civic bodies to have separate committees to assess requirement and ensure transparency
The Supreme Court underscored that the authorities concerned must undertake euthanasia only after due assessment by qualified veterinary experts and strictly in accordance with applicable statutory protocols
Council of the EU
Council drops cookie consent carve-out for measuring contextual ads
Capitals back away from exemption for measuring non-profiling based ads in previous compromises
World
Bintulu lass clinches Miss Grand Sarawak 2026 crown – Borneo Post
Bintulu lass clinches Miss Grand Sarawak 2026 crown Borneo Post
Health
A Simple Way to Reduce the Harm of Nitrates in Food Has Been Found – Inbox.eu
A Simple Way to Reduce the Harm of Nitrates in Food Has Been Found Inbox.euVitamin C may help prevent cancer University of WaterlooVitamin C May Fight Cancer in a Surprising Way SciTechDailyScientists Quietly…