Gaza Hostage Talks Show Progress, No Breakthrough Yet

Talks between Israel and Hamas in Doha continued on Sunday, with both sides sticking to a US-proposed framework. The aim is to reach an agreement on the war’s end within days. Sources say progress has been made, but no deal has been reached yet. The negotiations are proceeding “in a positive manner”. However, the specifics … Read more

Eurovision Audiences Favour Israel with Record-Breaking Votes

Israel’s contestant Yuval Raphael made history at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, breaking records for audience voting while receiving fewer points from national juries. Her song “New Day Will Rise” garnered a total of 357 votes from international audiences and millions watching worldwide, placing her second in the contest. In contrast, Austria’s winner JJ received … Read more

Doom: The Dark Ages Launch FAQ

id Software has released its highly-anticipated game, DOOM: The Dark Ages, on multiple platforms including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Xbox PC/Microsoft Store, Steam, and Battle.net. For new players, it’s essential to know the following frequently asked questions to ensure a seamless gaming experience. DOOM: The Dark Ages is available on several subscription services, including … Read more

Apple and Alibaba’s Chinese AI Deal Raises US Concerns

US authorities are scrutinizing Apple’s plan to offer Alibaba’s artificial intelligence (AI) on iPhones in China, citing concerns over censorship and data sharing. The partnership was announced by Alibaba in February as a major win in the country’s competitive AI market. According to three people familiar with the matter, the deal could help Alibaba improve … Read more

$25K Reward Offered for Vandalism Behind Spectrum Outages

A $25,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for outages in Kansas City’s Spectrum network. The outages were caused by severed fibers, with a primary fiber cut during vandalism and another third-party fiber slashed. The incident has sparked an investigation with local, state, and federal law enforcement. Spectrum … Read more

Iowa Ice Cream Manufacturer Recalls Thousands Over Plastic Concerns

An Iowa-based ice cream maker, Wells Enterprises, has issued a voluntary recall of nearly 18,000 containers of ice cream and frozen yogurt due to potential plastic contamination. The affected products include 22 flavors in 3-gallon containers with “Best If Used By” dates between March and October 2026. The company’s brands, Blue Bunny and Halo Top, … Read more

Trump Lays Ground for Syria’s Re-Emergence with Historic Meeting

US President Donald Trump met with interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia, marking the first encounter between their nations’ leaders in 25 years. The meeting could serve as a turning point for Syria as it navigates decades of international isolation. Trump praised Al-Sharaa, calling him a “young, attractive guy. Tough guy. Strong past. … Read more

Springsteen Calls Out Trump’s ‘Fitless’ Leadership

Bruce Springsteen delivered a three-minute speech critical of President Trump during his second concert in Manchester, England. The rocker reiterated his stance that the US is experiencing “altered realities” and must be addressed. Springsteen stated that in America, people are being persecuted for their right to free speech and dissent. He also criticized the country’s … Read more

Trump Plan Cuts NASA Funding by 24%, Impacting Space Industry

The White House has released its budget proposal for fiscal year 2026, which includes a significant cut in NASA funding. The proposed 24% reduction would result in $18.8 billion for NASA next year, down from the current $24.8 billion. The cuts will primarily affect Earth science and space divisions, with spending reductions of $1.2 billion … Read more