A South African woman, Kelly Smith, has been found guilty of kidnapping and trafficking her 6-year-old daughter, Joshlin. Smith’s boyfriend, Jacquen Appollis, and friend Steveno van Rhyn have also been convicted of the same charges. The three had previously denied the allegations. Joshlin disappeared from outside her home in Saldanha Bay, near Cape Town, over … Read more
US President Donald Trump’s initial 100-day honeymoon period as leader has turned sour, with his approval ratings plummeting and economic indicators showing a precipitous drop. The single biggest achievement of those 100 days appears to be serving as a warning of the dangers of nationalist populism. Trump’s approval ratings have fallen to their lowest level … Read more
Nvidia and Chinese firm Anthropic have been at odds over the smuggling of sensitive electronics from China into the US. The US government’s new AI Diffusion Rules aim to prevent hostile nations like China from gaining advanced AI technologies. However, Nvidia claims that the assertions by Anthropic about Chinese chip smugglers are “tall tales.” Anthropic … Read more
US President Donald Trump has imposed a 145% tariff on low-value packages imported from China, affecting online shoppers who rely on cheap goods. The move aims to combat fentanyl smuggling but may lead to higher prices for consumers and economic strain. The exemption that allowed products under $800 to enter the US tariff-free has been … Read more
FromSoftware and Bandai Namco have released an overview trailer for Elden Ring Nightreign, a co-op survival action game that challenges players to take down the Nightlords in a shifting world. The game is set to launch on May 30, 2025, for PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. In Elden Ring Nightreign, … Read more
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson has been compared to basketball legend Michael Jordan and baseball icon Mariano Rivera after his game-winning shot in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series against the Detroit Pistons. The comparisons came on ESPN’s Get Up, with Mike Greenberg drawing parallels between Brunson’s performance and Jordan’s iconic buzzer-beater in … Read more
South Korea’s acting leader, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, has resigned to take on “heavier responsibility” ahead of the country’s presidential election next month. Han is expected to launch a unified conservative campaign against liberal front-runner Lee Jae-myung. Han, 75, is a career bureaucrat with over 40 years of public service and a Harvard doctorate in … Read more
A startup called RAW Ring has created a wearable that claims to detect when a partner is cheating. The device, which tracks heartbeats, body heat, and interactions around the partner, raises concerns about trust and relationships. According to its website, the ring aims to promote deeper connection and build trust between partners. However, critics question … Read more
A major flaw has been discovered in Apple’s AirPlay protocol, allowing hackers to access devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network. The “AirBorne” vulnerability enables malicious actors to deploy malware, snoop on private data, or eavesdrop on conversations. To protect themselves, users are advised to update all devices to the latest software, especially those using … Read more
American Airlines’ new Flagship Suites business class will debut on select routes starting in June, featuring lie-flat beds and closing doors. Initially, the suites will be available on Boeing 787-9s, followed by Airbus A321XLRs and retrofitted Boeing 777-300ERs. The airline’s latest business class product aims to provide a premium experience for customers. “Every aspect of … Read more