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Musicians play live to ease anxiety of shelter animals

Musicians in US animal shelters bring calm with live performances, thanks to Wild Tunes. Over 100 volunteers play for animals in nine shelters, reducing their stress levels.

25/06/2025

USA

Who is New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani?

The 33-year-old is poised to become the official Democratic candidate for November's mayoral election.

25/06/2025

Space

First Indian, Polish and Hungarian astronauts in space in 40 years

India, Poland and Hungary launched their first astronauts in more than 40 years Wednesday, sending them on a private flight to the International Space Station.

25/06/2025

USA

Zohran Mamdani scores surprise win in NYC primary as Cuomo concedes

'Tonight is his night,' former state governor Andrew Cuomo said as he conceded the race to the virtually unknown progressive candidate.

25/06/2025

USA

Trump swears as he blasts Iran and Israel for ceasefire violations

Just after 0700CET, Trump announced that a ceasefire between the two countries had taken effect, saying "Please do not violate it!" in a post on Truth Social.

24/06/2025

Tech News

OpenAI pauses Jony Ive partnership marketing in trademark dispute

OpenAI has to stop advertising a partnership project with an iPhone designer due to a trademark dispute. But the case hints at what we could expect from the Jony Ive partnership.

24/06/2025

USA

'Complete and total' ceasefire between Israel and Iran now in effect

US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday morning that a ceasefire was agreed between Israel and Iran, tentatively ending a 12-day conflict between the two countries.

24/06/2025

Markets

The dollar sees a rebound after US strikes Iran, but can it continue?

The greenback may rise further if Iran decides to block the Strait of Hormuz, while the value of safe-haven alternatives like the euro and the yen are predicted to slide.

23/06/2025

Tech News

How Iran could retaliate against the US with cyberattacks

The US said it is bracing for “low-level cyber attacks” after bombing Iranian nuclear facilities.

23/06/2025

Climate

US gripped by sweltering weather as heat dome drives temperatures up

From Chicago to New York, cities across the eastern US are baking under a relentless heatwave, with temperatures well above average.

23/06/2025

Tech News

Could using ChatGPT make you dumber? New study says it can

A new study shows that using ChatGPT could mean “a likely decrease” in learning skills and could internalise “shallow or biased perspectives”.

21/06/2025

Tech News

Tesla readies for possible robotaxi launch this weekend

Tesla could be launching its Cybercab over the weekend. Is the automaker ready?

20/06/2025

USA

US appeals court allows Trump to keep control of National Guard in LA

An appeals court has allowed US President Donald Trump to maintain control of National Guard troops in California, deployed after protests against immigration raids erupted in the city.

20/06/2025

Tech News

What is the US ‘bunker bomb’ that could be deployed in Iran?

One of the weapons the US could use in Iran to destroy nuclear facilities is a 30,000-pound ordnance designed to reach bunkers or underground targets.

19/06/2025

Space

SpaceX rocket explodes into giant fireball, but no injuries reported

Elon Musk's company asked locals not to approach the area while safing operations are underway.

19/06/2025

Business

Nippon Steel finalises US Steel takeover after state opposition

The pursuit by Nippon Steel of the Pittsburgh-based company has hindered by national security concerns

19/06/2025

USA

US Supreme Court upholds Tennessee on gender affirming care for minors

The decision comes as the Trump administration continues its push to regulate the lives of transgender people, including restricting access to sports competitions and dictating which public spaces they can use.

19/06/2025

Tech News

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says Meta offered $100 million to poach staff

Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, ChatGPT’s parent company, said that rival Meta is offering “giant” signing bonuses to his staff if they switch to work for them.

18/06/2025

Tech News

Why was the US TikTok ban extended again?

US President Donald Trump signalled that he would give TikTok’s Chinese parent company another 75 days to find an American buyer for the platform or face a nationwide ban. But why all the extensions?

18/06/2025

USA

Massive military jet shuffle signals possible groundwork for US action

US military movements in the Mediterranean suggest Washington may join Israel in strikes on Iran. Trump warned Tehran residents to evacuate, signaling a shift from negotiation to potential military action.

17/06/2025

USA

Trump slams Macron's claims linking early G7 exit and Israel-Iran deal

The US president left the G7 summit in Canada one day early on Monday, prompting French President Emmanuel Macron to say Trump left to work on the Israel-Iran ceasefire deal. Trump denied this on his Truth Social platform.

17/06/2025

wellbeing

How expressing gratitude at home and work could transform your life

Proponents say expressing and receiving appreciation at work can help reduce stress, as well as improve your mood and outlook.

16/06/2025

Healthcare

Inside the fight over clinics that help US women defy abortion bans

After some US states tightened their abortion laws, women turned to telehealth clinics in more liberal states to access abortion medications.

16/06/2025

USA

Suspect charged with murder in shootings of Minnesota lawmakers

Vance Boelter was arrested and charged with murder after shooting Minnesota lawmakers Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman, killing Hortman and her husband.

16/06/2025

USA

Trump hosts military parade amid 'No Kings' protests across US

A massive military parade commemorating the 250th birthday of the US Army, which coincides with President Donald Trump ’s 79th birthday, was staged in Washington, DC on Saturday.

15/06/2025

USA

US prepares for nationwide protests on day of Trump military parade

Anti-Trump 'No Kings' protests are planned across the US on Saturday, while Trump is set to attend a military parade in Washington to mark the army's 250th anniversary.

14/06/2025