Tesla has begun inviting a small group of people to test its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas. The trial could start as early as Sunday and will use about 10 Model Y SUVs equipped with the company’s Full Self-Driving software. Participants must be at least 18 years old and will ride in vehicles where a … Read more
Pro-Palestine activists on electric scooters have damaged two Royal Air Force (RAF) planes at the UK’s largest airbase, Brize Norton, in a protest against Britain’s military support for Israel. The group, Palestine Action, used “repurposed fire extinguishers” to spray red paint into the turbine engines and caused further damage using crowbars. The activists targeted the … Read more
China has urged the US to use its “special influence” over Israel to ease tensions with Iran and prevent further conflict escalation. The call comes after US President Donald Trump warned Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei that Tehran must unconditionally surrender on its nuclear issue. Trump’s comments have heightened concerns in China, which says it … Read more
The European Union has commissioned a report that suggests Israel may have breached the humanitarian terms of its agreement with the bloc. If confirmed, this could lead to the suspension of parts or all of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, which governs trade relations between the two parties. Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-20/eu-finds-israel-may-have-broken-human-rights-terms-in-accord
A new report from the International Panel on the Information Environment has found that climate action is being obstructed by false information, often spread by fossil fuel companies, right-wing politicians, and nation-states. Researchers identified over 300 studies and concluded that online bots and trolls amplify false narratives, while political leaders and regulatory agencies are increasingly … Read more
A nationwide listeria outbreak has led to the recall of ready-to-eat fettuccine Alfredo meals sold at Kroger and Walmart, following 17 illnesses and three deaths. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is investigating the outbreak, which was linked to products made by FreshRealm, Inc. under the Home Chef brand. Consumers … Read more
Apple is set to launch its highly anticipated iPhone 17 series in the fall of 2025, with the exact date expected to be announced later this year. The company has confirmed that iOS 26 will go on general release in the fall, and it’s likely that the new iPhones will coincide with this update. The … Read more
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher J. Waller has called on his central bank to lower interest rates as early as July, citing concerns that the labor market may be softening more than expected. The comments from Waller, appointed by President Trump, contradict some of his fellow Fed officials who have expressed caution in cutting rates. Waller … Read more
Circle’s shares are on track to end the week higher by nearly 80%, with a 675% increase since its initial public offering in June. The surge is largely due to the Senate’s approval of the GENIUS Act, which aims to establish clear regulatory guidelines for stablecoins. The bill has sparked excitement among investors, who see … Read more
The number of female entrepreneurs has surged globally, with an estimated 658 million women founded companies worldwide, compared to 772 million men. This trend is reflected in Forbes’ latest ranking of the world’s 50 richest self-made women. With a combined net worth of $276 billion, these women hail from 13 nations and four continents. The … Read more