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Marjane Satrapi: Oscar-nominated Persepolis author and director dies aged 56

The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.

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Reform’s Andrea Jenkyns storms out of meeting after discussion of Henry Nowak murder

Exclusive: Greater Lincolnshire mayor walks out on cabinet minister after row over social media role in community tensions

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Live markets: Saylor speaks as bitcoin plunges to $62,000

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Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iran

The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.

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Oil prices fall 3% on report Trump reluctant to restart Iran war

President Donald Trump told aides that he won't resume the war unless U.S. troops are killed, according to The Wall Street Journal.

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French-Iranian author Marjane Satrapi, author of 'Persepolis', dies of 'sadness' at 56

French-Iranian author and illustrator Marjane Satrapi, best known for the book and film “Persopolis”, has died of "sadness", members of her en...

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Moomoo adds Kalshi prediction markets, giving users access to event contracts

Retail trading platform moomoo has partnered with Kalshi to offer CFTC-regulated event contracts tied to economic data, elections and major sportin...

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Europe’s far right exploit Nowak murder with populist rhetoric on race

Polish, Spanish and French populists focus on clips of teenager’s dying moments and accuse UK of descending ‘into depths of the earth’

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As the largest World Cup ever kicks off, health officials are focused on more than Ebola

Officials are more concerned about highly contagious diseases like measles and respiratory viruses, which can spread quickly through large, fast-mo...

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Starmer accuses Musk of trying to ‘whip up division’ in UK over Henry Nowak murder

PM says Britons are ‘reasonable, tolerant people’ and backs MP’s legal action against Grok firm over fake sexualised images

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MPs raise doubts over missing Mandelson vetting documents

File detailing security mitigations is among those withheld at the request of the Metropolitan police

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MSGS stock to get boost if Knicks can stretch Spurs series to game 6, Guggenheim says

Guggenheim raised its price target on MSG Sports, saying a Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals Game 6 could add over $15 million in revenue.

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Inside one Mexican city's World Cup security preparations

BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

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Starmer to meet Henry Nowak’s family this afternoon, No 10 says – as it happened

The private meeting will take place in Downing Street

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Elon Musk's net worth poised to sail past $1 trillion in SpaceX IPO

Based on SpaceX's updated IPO prospectus, Elon Musk owns shares in the company worth over $866 billion.

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PM accuses Farage of exploiting Nowak case to sow 'division' and denies 'two-tier policing' claim

It comes after the Reform UK leader said the public should respond with "pure, cold rage" to the actions of police.

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Henry Nowak was failed in the last moments of his life – and then again by Britain’s disgrace...

There are vital lessons to be learned from Nowak’s death. Instead, it has been used to refuel a pervasive lie about ethnic minorities and ‘two-...

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Labour MP sues Elon Musk’s AI company over fake sexualised images

Jess Asato was portrayed by Grok wearing a bikini after she criticised creation of such non-consensual pictures

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Dow surges nearly 900 points for record close as investors rotate away from tech names: Live updates

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied to a fresh all-time high on Thursday and closed at a record.

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SpaceX targets $135 IPO price at valuation of $1.77 trillion

The valuation would make Elon Musk's company the seventh-biggest in the U.S., above Tesla, which has a market cap of about $1.6 trillion.

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Israel and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire

Lebanon and Israel have ​agreed to ​the implementation ​of a ceasefire, according to a joint statement with the United States ⁠released ‌...

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US House delivers rebuke to Trump as it votes to halt Iran war

In the 215-208 vote, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, which is largely symbolic.

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SpaceX targets record $75 billion IPO as bitcoin treasury and liquidity risks draw focus

SpaceX targets IPO price of $135/share, and aims to sell 555,555,555 to raise $75 billion.

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Israel and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks

The countries reject "any attempt, by any state or non-state actor, to hold Lebanon's future hostage", the US says.

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Netanyahu says he and Trump have 'tactical disagreements' but agree overall amid Iran war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sat down with CNBC's Sara Eisen for an exclusive interview about the Iran war and U.S.-Israeli relations.

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Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as Putin's flagship economic forum opens

Several long-range drones struck oil storage facilities near in the city, days before Vladimir Putin is due to address the event.

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Man shot dead after taking multiple hostages in California bank

Two hostages were released on Tuesday, and the remaining hostages released on Wednesday were unharmed, police said.

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Minister criticises anti-discrimination guidance to police amid Southampton protests

Sarah Jones says guidance that black and white suspects should be treated differently gives ‘wrong impression’

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Three dead in Royal Navy helicopter crash in Devon

The Royal Family, prime minister and head of the navy offer condolences after the crash in Devon.

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UK government to pay £1.3bn to help fund Universal Studios theme park in Bedfordshire

Chancellor hails deal saying it will create tens of thousands of jobs in the construction, hospitality, creative and technology sectors

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GOP Sen. Tillis slams Trump intelligence pick Pulte: 'Don't think he has a prayer'

Pulte is widely viewed as a Trump loyalist who has targeted the president's political foes during his tenure leading the housing regulatory agency.

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TikTok launches TikTok Pro Events, an app for cultural moments like the FIFA World Cup | TechCrunch

The app allows users to engage with other fans, explore trending videos, and access curated creator feeds.

CNBC

Macy's posts strongest Q1 growth in four years, raises guidance despite consumer worries

Macy's has been in the midst of a turnaround under CEO Tony Spring, who has worked to close underperforming stores and reinvest in ones worth keepi...

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UK politics: Hampshire chief constable says his force ‘sorry for handcuffing and arresting’ H...

Alexis Boon says student’s death was a tragedy and video was a ‘very difficult watch’

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Seven killed after drone hits bus in Russia-controlled part of Ukraine

The bus was travelling between Moscow and Simferopol, in Russian-occupied Crimea, an official says.

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Franklin Templeton says Wall Street fears blockchain because it threatens its profits

Jenny Johnson, Franklin Templeton's CEO, said blockchain and crypto threaten a huge number of business models that exist today in traditional finance.

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One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airport

Iran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island.

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Big tech is 'terrified' of AI agents wiping out ad revenue, says Billions Network CEO

Evin McMullen’s view on AI agents disrupting Google’s and Facebook’s business model was previously shared by Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinso...

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Josh Turek wins Iowa Democratic Senate primary that could shape Democrats' path to Senate majority

Iowa's Senate primary between state Rep. Josh Turek and state Sen. Zach Wahls could be critical as Democrats look to take back power in Congress.

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Oil climbs as U.S.-Iran trade strikes while Trump says negotiations with Tehran underway

U.S. Central Command said Tuesday that it had defeated multiple Iranian ballistic missiles following "attempted attacks" by Iran.

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Putin remains uncompromising on Ukraine, but is public discourse on war changing in Russia?

Russia is intensifying attacks in Ukraine but more than four years of war are causing concern even among Putin loyalists.

CNBC

Trump still protected from tax enforcement, but anti-weaponization fund is dead, Blanche says

The DOJ's $1.8 billion fund faced strong criticism because it could have compensated people convicted of crimes related to the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. C...

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British couple jailed in Iran have lost appeal against convictions, family say

Craig and Lindsay Foreman given 10-year sentences in February for alleged espionage, which they deny

CNBC

Greg Abel channels Buffett's deal-making style in nearly $17 billion spree, expanding into tech

The back-to-back deals offer one of the clearest signals yet that Abel is prepared to put Berkshire's enormous balance sheet to work.

TechCrunch

Uber caps employee AI spending after blowing through budget in four months | TechCrunch

Uber's cutback has occurred after the company had reportedly encouraged staff to use AI as much as possible.

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Microsoft unveils Scout, an autonomous AI agent built on OpenClaw

Scout is the first of a new breed of ‘autopilot’ agents in Microsoft 365 that can carry out tasks independently.

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Nowak murder: Key moments of police bodycam footage

BBC Verify has analysed bodycam footage that was released by the police of Henry Nowak after being stabbed by Vickrum Digwa.

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Henry Nowak arrest footage raises 'serious questions for police', PM says

Sir Keir Starmer says the question of "how accusations of racism informed decision making" must be addressed, as protesters clash with police in So...

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Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold

Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.

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Police bodycam shows officers handcuffing Henry Nowak

Henry Nowak was handcuffed after his killer Vickrum Digwa lied and claimed he was racially abused by the teen.

CNBC

Trump, Rubio say talks with Tehran ongoing despite Iranian media claims otherwise

President Trump on Monday told CNBC that "I really don't care. I couldn't care less" when asked about the prospect of Iran ending talks with the U.S.

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What’s missing from ‘embarrassing’ Mandelson files? – The Latest

The second tranche of documents related to the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador have been released, revealing government infighting ...

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Trump signs AI executive order asking companies to give government early access to models

AI developers, on a voluntary basis, are asked to collaborate with the government and provide early access to frontier models.

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Meta repeatedly snubs EU body on Facebook and Instagram user bans

The BBC has been contacted by hundreds of users who claimed they had been wrongly banned from the sites.

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Shabana Mahmood warns of ‘dangerous undercurrent’ after murder of Henry Nowak

Home secretary’s condenmation of ‘misinformation and inflammatory commentary’ comes after death threats to police

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Anthropic expands Mythos to 150 additional organizations in more than 15 countries

Anthropic initially released Project Glasswing to about 50 partners in April to test the model for cybersecurity flaws.

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UK Athletics fined £350,000 over death of Paralympic shot putter at training facility

A judge at the Old Bailey has fined UK Athletics £350,000 with £44,000 in costs after hearing how a Paralympic athlete died when equipment fell o...

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Motorhome bought by Murrell with stolen SNP money was driven only 4 miles, court told

High court in Edinburgh hears £125K vehicle was described as a van in faked invoice and stocked with luxury goods

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Eric Balchunas: Bitcoin ETF outflows are noise as Wall Street doubles down on crypto

Recent Bitcoin ETF outflows look dramatic in headlines, but Bloomberg Intelligence's Eric Balchunas says the broader adoption story remains intact.

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Hackers hijacked Instagram accounts by tricking Meta AI support chatbot into granting access | Te...

Several users on social media reported having their Instagram accounts hacked over the weekend. Meta's own support chatbot was blamed for allowing ...

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New Mandelson files: how embarrassing are they? – podcast

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey talk through the latest tranche of Mandelson files and explain what we learned

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Bitcoin's biggest ETF selloff yet hits $3.4 billion as AI stocks keep climbing

U.S. spot bitcoin funds bled cash for 11 straight sessions through Monday, the longest redemption streak since their 2024 launch, as risk dollars r...

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Starmer says he ‘felt sick’ watching video of Henry Nowak’s arrest – UK politics live

The prime minister said: ‘I have seen the body cam footage, it’s harrowing, and I have to say, as a father of a 17-year-old boy, I felt sick wa...

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Ukraine rescuers pull dead from rubble after Russian strikes kill 22

An eight-year-old boy killed in a strike on an apartment block are among the dead, officials say.

TechCrunch

Alphabet plans to raise $80 billion to pay for AI buildout | TechCrunch

The Google parent company plans to raise the funds by selling stock.

CNBC

Asia-Pacific stocks mostly lower as Iran war uncertainty keeps investors on edge

Asia-Pacific markets traded lower on Tuesday as investors weighed renewed uncertainty over U.S.-Iran peace negotiations.

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Trump needs this war to end but Iran is not backing down

Under pressure from the polls and Gulf allies, the White House is pushing for a deal but Iran wants concessions, writes BBC's international editor.

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Alphabet plans to raise $80 billion from stock sales to fund AI build-out

Alphabet said it plans to sell $80 billion in stock, including through a $10 billion investment by Berkshire Hathaway.

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Trump administration plans to drop DOJ's $1.8B 'lawfare' fund, reports say

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said he was launching an effort to kill "slush fund" by forcing Republicans to vote on it.

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Florida sues OpenAI, Sam Altman, in first-of-its-kind lawsuit over violent incidents | TechCrunch

The lawsuit partially revolves around a shooting at Florida State University last year, and ChatGPT's alleged role in the incident.

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Hackers Used Meta’s AI Support Bot to Seize Instagram Accounts

The Instagram accounts for the Obama White House and the Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Space Force were briefly defaced with pro-Iranian images...

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Anthropic files to go public | TechCrunch

The company said Monday it has filed confidentially for an IPO.

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Mandelson files reveal a man for whom betrayal is a way of life | John Crace

The Prince of Darkness appears in his element bad-mouthing colleagues and allies behind their back

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Florida AG sues OpenAI, seeks to hold CEO Altman personally liable for alleged harms

The complaint said the harms are the result of OpenAI's "insatiable quest to win the AI arms race and amass large fortunes."

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UK wins court case over collapsed Rwanda asylum deal

The UK does not need to pay Rwanda after it pulled a deal between the two countries, a court has ruled.

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Clashes continue in Lebanon despite Israel and Hezbollah accepting US partial ceasefire plan

A cessation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah is seen as crucial to the peace process with Iran.

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Trump tells CNBC: 'I don't care' if Iran negotiations are over

President Trump spoke with CNBC's Eamon Javers about the latest with the Iran war in an interview Monday.

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Mandelson criticised Starmer’s lack of ‘verve’ and tendency to buckle under pressure

Criticisms revealed in major release of files relating to Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to US

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Anthropic confidentially files IPO prospectus with SEC, prepping Wall Street for landmark AI deal

Anthropic said it confidentially filed its IPO prospectus with the SEC, setting up a potentially historic share sale for investors ready to jump in...

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DuckDuckGo makes its 'no-AI' search engine easier to access as its traffic booms | TechCrunch

Alternative search engine DuckDuckGo launches 'no AI' web extensions for Chrome and Firefox users.

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BTC remains under pressure as ETF outflows, higher oil prices weigh on crypto markets: Crypto Daily

The day ahead in crypto: June 1, 2026

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Michael Saylor's Strategy sells $2.5 million bitcoin. Chaos ensues in a major prediction market o...

The 8-K filing by Strategy Monday disclosed sales for the period May 26 to May 31, but the disclosure was issued on June 1. Polymarket's May 31 con...

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Strategy shares fall after selling $2.5 million in bitcoin, its first sale since 2022

Michael Saylor's Strategy sold bitcoin for the second time ever as geopolitical uncertainty continues to weigh on the cryptocurrency's price.

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Stargate live updates: OpenAI's Altman says 'people are right to be anxious' about AI

OpenAI, Oracle and Related Digital discuss the Stargate Michigan buildout, AI infrastructure, jobs and community plans.

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Bitcoin news: Strategy sold 32 BTC for $2.5 million in late May, filing shows

The 8-K filing Monday says proceeds from the May 26-31 sale, executed at an average price of $77,135 a coin, will fund distributions on Strategy's ...

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Live markets: bitcoin retreats under $72,000 as Strategy unloads BTC for first time in four years

Crypto markets continue to struggle even as risk markets across the globe surge higher.

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Israel PM orders strikes on Beirut suburbs as Hezbollah conflict escalates

Benjamin Netanyahu says the Hezbollah stronghold of Dahieh will be targeted in response to attacks on Israeli civilians.

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U.S. intercepted Iranian missiles targeting American forces in Kuwait, Central Command says

The latest attacks further undermine what remains of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, and will likely add strain to ongoing efforts to reach a deal that will...

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France intercepts sanctioned Russian oil tanker with UK help, Macron says

A British helicopter provided support during the operation on Sunday, the UK ministry of defence says.

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Nvidia announces new AI chip for personal computers

The technology giant's boss Jensen Huang called the move the "reinvention of the computer".

CNBC

Treasury yields edge higher as U.S. and Iran exchange strikes

Treasury yields rose Monday after the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire near the Strait of Hormuz.

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BTC, ETH prices drop even as futures show growing taste for risk. XLM, HYPE gain: Crypto Markets ...

Bitcoin and ether fell Monday after dropping in May, a month that usually sees them post positive returns. U.S. equity index futures rose.

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Mandelson described Starmer’s No 10 operation as ‘beleaguered and bereft’ in published file...

Peter Mandelson’s unfiltered remarks to cabinet officials are made public in hundreds of pages of documents relating to his appointment as US amb...

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Free speech activists condemn UK entry ban for Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur

Two leftwing US commentators, who have both been accused of propagating antisemitism, barred from visiting for event

CNBC

Trump hits out at ‘chirping’ critics as U.S. and Iran launch fresh wave of strikes

Trump's Truth Social post comes as air strikes between the U.S. and Iran resumed over the weekend.

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Fed's Powell warns Trump's political 'stress test' will wreck public trust in central bank

Jerome Powell said White House pressure on the Fed will damage public trust in the U.S. central bank.

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US says it struck Iranian radar sites as Iran targets American forces in Kuwait

Iran and the US say they have carried out fresh strikes around the Strait of Hormuz, with Kuwait condemning "repeated" Iranian attacks.

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Iran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images show

Analysts told BBC Verify that Tehran's strikes were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.

CNBC

Nvidia jumps into PCs with new Arm-based chip debuting in laptops from Microsoft, Dell, HP

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang unveiled a long-awaited Arm-based PC chip, breaking into PCs for the first time on new laptops by Dell, Microsoft, HP, ASUS...

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BTC, ETH price news: Bitcoin, ether, solana slide as AI trade continues to rip higher

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs lost $2.97 billion across 10 trading days through Friday, the longest outflow streak on record. Oil's bounce on the stalled ...

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U.S. oil jumps more than 6% as Trump tells CNBC he doesn't care if Iran negotiations are over

Oil prices rose on Monday after Israel instructed troops to push deeper into Lebanon amid renewed clashes with the Iran-backed Hezbollah group.

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Coinbase makes a major play for India’s booming $3 billion crypto market with local currency la...

Coinbase announces INR rails to make the platform fully accessible to Indian retail traders.

CNBC

U.S. and Iran still without deal to end war after Trump says he's not in a 'hurry'

Trump threatened further military action if negotiations break down and the U.S. does not receive the concessions from Iran it desires.

the Guardian

Mandelson files show no mitigation of security concerns over US appointment

Exclusive: Papers to be published on Monday cast doubt on assurances provided by senior Whitehall officials

the Guardian

Embarrassing WhatsApps, but no vetting report: what will be in the new release of Mandelson files?

Cabinet Office is expected to publish more than 1,000 pages related to former US ambassador’s appointment to role

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How Stellar (XLM) became part of DTCC's plan to bring securities onchain

The blockchain's ties to DTCC stretch back years through Securrency, while Franklin Templeton's BENJI fund helped demonstrate how regulated assets ...

CNBC

SoftBank plans 75 billion euros of AI investments in France, as Europe struggles to catch up with...

The Japanese tech giant plans to develop and operate 5 GW of AI data center capacity in France, with an initial 3.1 GW of facilities in the country...

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Israel seizes castle in Lebanon as it expands ground offensive

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls the capture of the strategic fortress a "decisive shift" in Israel's campaign against Hezbollah, as Europea...

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Paris riots: Hundreds arrested and dozens of police injured in France after Champions League final

Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police which saw 219 people injured, including 57 police officers.

the Guardian

Nicola Sturgeon: I feel as if I’m serving a sentence for a crime I did not commit

Former Scottish first minister says she will not apologise for actions of her ex-husband found guilty of embezzlement

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Hundreds arrested in Paris after Champions League final

Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.

BBC Sport

Arne Slot sacking completes a remarkable fall from grace

'Slot's is one of the most remarkable falls from grace in Premier League history' says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

CNBC

Two months, $2.6 billion: How NASA ETF turned SpaceX IPO access into a hot retail trade

With Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO ahead, retail investors are rushing into space-themed ETFs including NASA which offers direct access to the rocket comp...

CNBC

Oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz might not return to levels seen before the Iran war

Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has seriously challenged freedom of navigation in the sea lane, raising questions about the future.

CNBC

Analysis: An end to the Iran war may be just the beginning of a new era of U.S. inequality

Stocks have boomed while consumers have paid the costs of high energy prices.

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Bitcoin, ether, XRP, dogecoin lag a nine-week stocks rally as ETF demand cools

The S&P 500 posted its longest weekly winning streak since 2023 and Brent oil stabilized near $92 on US-Iran ceasefire hopes. The biggest cryptocur...

BBC Sport

Liverpool sack head coach Arne Slot

Liverpool sack head coach Arne Slot after two seasons in charge.

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Rise in youth unemployment driving more to homelessness, UK charities say

Centrepoint warns young people facing ‘huge scarcity of work opportunities’ after Alan Milburn’s report on crisis

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Ukraine using AI drones to strike vital Russian supply lines

BBC Verify has analysed videos of attacks in occupied Ukraine on Russian trucks carrying ammunition, fuel and food.

CNBC

Brent oil price posts biggest monthly loss in six years as market counts on a U.S.-Iran deal

Oil prices fell Friday after President Trump said he would meet in the White House Situation Room to make a final decision about a deal with Iran.

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US judge orders Trump's name be removed from Kennedy Center

The performing arts centre must also remain open despite Trump announcing a two-year closure for extensive renovations.

CNBC

Judge temporarily blocks Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund

 A U.S. judge on Friday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from setting up a nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate victi...

the Guardian

Digested week: Is it pedantic to point out Trump is ‘ending’ a war he started? | John Crace

Plus, Nicola Sturgeon’s marital relations, the hell of burnout, Tony Blair’s saviour complex and Spurs

CNBC

Iran war cost: Average U.S. household paying $450 more on gas and energy

Higher energy costs can force consumers to raid their savings and lean more on debt to cover expenses.

CNBC

Trump's name must be removed from Kennedy Center, judge rules

"The Kennedy Center is an institution that belongs to the American people, not to Donald Trump," said Rep. Joyce Beatty, who sued over the renaming.

CNBC

SpaceX skeptics have added reason for concern after Musk comments diverge from IPO filing

In a post on X, Elon Musk offered details about SpaceX's deal with Anthropic that weren't included in the company's IPO prospectus.

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Nato condemns Russia after drone hits Romanian residential block, injuring two

Romania says the Russian drone was likely hit over Ukraine by its air defences and altered its trajectory.

the Guardian

Tony Blair says he is all about the future – but his vision is woefully stuck in the past | Jon...

He insists he is so right but gets so much badly wrong, not least the absurdity that the UK should have joined Donald Trump in the quagmire that is...

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US judge halts Trump's $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund

In a two-page order on Friday, the judge barred the justice department from taking any steps to stand up or operate the fund.

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Trump holds meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran deal

The US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.

CNBC

Trump DOJ 'lawfare' fund temporarily blocked by judge as suit proceeds

The DOJ has faced strong criticism for the creation of a $1.8 Anti-Weaponization Fund which could compensate allies of President Donald Trump.

TechCrunch

Glean's top line crosses $300M as AI budget-cutting becomes its major selling point | TechCrunch

The enterprise AI search startup tripled its annual revenue even as tech giants entered the category.

CNBC

Trump ends Iran meeting without announcing ‘final determination’ on deal

Trump's Truth Social statement left unclear which of his conditions are already part of a deal that negotiators are working on to pause the U.S.-Ir...

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I Am Retiring from Tech to Live Offline

AI took the last of the wind out of my Open Source sails. I wish you all the best!

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Housing asylum seekers in former army barracks ruled unlawful for victims of torture

Judgment outlawing forcing of survivors of trafficking, torture and other forms of violence to share rooms is blow to Shabana Mahmood’s asylum plans

CNBC

CNBC's Official Global Soccer Team Valuations 2026: Here's how the top 30 clubs in the world stac...

The world's 30 most valuable soccer teams are worth an average of $2.66 billion, according to CNBC's official team valuations.

CNBC

NATO chief says alliance ‘ready to defend every inch of Allied territory’ after Russian drone...

Romania’s president said the collision demands a “firm, coordinated, and appropriate response."

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Moment Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in Florida

A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night.

CNBC

Blue Origin warns of rocket explosion debris after failed New Glenn test at Cape Canaveral

Jeff Bezos' rocket maker suffered a setback on Thursday as its New Glenn rocket went up in flames.

Ars Technica

The most spectacular rocket explosion since N1 just happened in Florida

New Glenn was due to play a starring role in NASA's Artemis Program.

@coindesk

BTC, ETH price news: Bitcoin, ether steady despite record stocks, falling oil and easing war fears

Global stocks hit records and oil cracked on a tentative US-Iran ceasefire extension. Crypto stayed on the sidelines, with some analysts saying the...

TechCrunch

Anthropic raises $65 Billion, nears $1T valuation ahead of IPO | TechCrunch

Anthropic has closed a $65 billion Series H round at a $965 billion post-money valuation, marking what could be the AI startup's final private fund...

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Netanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70%

The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.

TechCrunch

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes during testing in Florida | TechCrunch

The explosion is likely a major setback for Jeff Bezos' spaceflight company, and its attempt to compete with SpaceX.

CNBC

Blue Origin rocket explodes during test, setback for bid to catch SpaceX

Jeff Bezos' space firm Blue Origin said on Thursday it experienced an anomalous hot-fire test, as visuals on social media showed its New Glenn rock...

CNBC

Asia markets rise as investors weigh Iran military activity against signs of temporary U.S.-Iran ...

Asia-Pacific markets rose as investors shrugged off renewed Iran tensions against ceasefire optimism.

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Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave

French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.

the Guardian

Sturgeon says she was ‘deceived, misled and betrayed’ by ex-husband Murrell

Murrell has been remanded in custody after pleading guilty to embezzling more than £400,00 from SNP

CNBC

Iran reportedly launches missiles as Trump mulls deal to pause war for two months

The latest military and economic actions come as President Trump insists he feels no pressure to make a deal with Iran before November's midterm el...

CNBC

Anthropic tops OpenAI as most valuable AI startup, nears $1 trillion valuation in latest round

Anthropic is now the most valuable AI company in Silicon Valley after a new $65 billion funding round.

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US and Iran 'very close' to deal but 'not there yet', Vance says

US officials earlier told the BBC that the framework of a ceasefire extension deal had been agreed, pending the approval of Trump and Iran's leader...

CNBC

Traders' hopes fade for U.S.-Iran nuclear deal this year despite report on potential ceasefire ag...

Chances of a nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran this year haven't moved much on prediction markets after Axios reported that the two agreed to ...

@coindesk

Bitcoin price news: BTC again lower as traditional markets gain on report of imminent peace agree...

U.S. stocks and bonds, and the oil market are reacting positively to yet another purported peace agreement, but crypto markets remain under heavy p...

the Guardian

Alan Milburn is right, a young generation has been betrayed. Forget Tony Blair: we must attend to...

The new and excoriating account of the dire prospects for UK young people is a call to action. It could be the Beveridge report for our time, says ...

the Guardian

Keir Starmer defends policy choices in rebuttal of Blair’s criticism

PM says predecessor misunderstands government’s successes and ‘very different’ situation compared with 1997

the Guardian

‘Lost generation’: why can’t young people get jobs? – The Latest

A landmark report has warned that the UK risks a ‘lost generation’ of young people, as new figures show that more than 1 million 16- to 24-year...

CNBC

New York passes Mamdani's pied-a-terre tax. Here's who pays and how much

Citadel CEO Ken Griffin became the face of the tax after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video in front of Griffin's penthouse apartment.

the Guardian

Much of what Blair said in essay criticising Labour was wrong, says Starmer – as it happened

Starmer launches long defence of his record when asked about former PM’s essay critiquing current government

@coindesk

Gemini (GEMI) taps SpaceXAI to build a personalized prediction markets feed

The new feature integrates SpaceXAI models to deliver real-time market intelligence, personalized signals and portfolio insights directly inside th...

CNBC

Oura is launching its smallest smart ring yet, shrinking wearable design by 40%

Oura, the smart ring maker, is set to launch what it says will be the smallest smart ring available in the growing wearables market.

the Guardian

Labour poised for fresh welfare changes after scale of youth jobs crisis revealed

Alan Milburn’s landmark report says unemployment among young costs UK £125bn a year and warns of ‘lost generation’

@coindesk

Samsung is buying a $408 million stake in South Korea’s biggest crypto exchange

Samsung Securities is set to take a 2% stake in Dunamu, worth over $200 million, from affiliates of technology conglomerate Kakao.

CNBC

Ousted BP chair Albert Manifold rejects ‘lies’ over his conduct

BP's board on Tuesday announced the removal of Manifold due to "serious concerns" relating to governance standards, oversight and conduct.

@coindesk

White House reviews CFTC prediction-market rule as Trump backs federal control

The proposal could shape how Kalshi, Polymarket, and other event-contract platforms operate as states challenge the CFTC’s authority.

www.bbc.com

Google worker charged with using internal data to make $1.2m on Polymarket

The longtime Google employee was charged in New York for allegedly breaking insider trading laws.

@coindesk

Ether news: ETH slides below $2,000 while futures open interest hits record high

Ether has fallen below $2,000 while futures open interest surges to a record high.

@coindesk

Bitcoin drops below $73,000 as US strikes on Iran spark $1 billion liquidations

Crypto majors sold off 3% to 4% and nearly $1 billion in leveraged positions were wiped out after U.S. airstrikes on an Iranian military site near ...

CNBC

Kuwait air defenses activated against 'missile and drone threats'; U.S. carries out new strikes i...

This comes as tensions in the Middle East escalated once again, with the U.S. military carrying out new strikes overnight in Iran.

www.bbc.com

Iran says it targeted American base after fresh US strikes

The hostilities come during a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran, and protracted negotiations to end the three-month war.

TechCrunch

Google engineer charged with insider trading after making $1.2M on Polymarket | TechCrunch

According to the complaint, a Google engineer risked over $2.7 million on wagers related to Google's 2025 Year in Search campaign.

CNBC

Google employee charged with $1M Polymarket insider trading bet on search term

The complaint from the Southern District of New York comes just over a month after another insider trading case on Polymarket.

www.bbc.com

Jill Biden says she thought Joe Biden was having a stroke during 2024 debate

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.

CNBC

Inside India newsletter: Iran war disruptions, Modi's appeal to boost India's hospitality sector

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to curb foreign travel is proving to be a boon to the local travel industry.

CNBC

Oil prices turn lower as U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension awaits Trump approval

Oil prices pulled back Thursday, erasing earlier gains, on a report that U.S. and Iranian negotiators reached an agreement to extend the ceasefire.

PC Gamer

DuckDuckGo's AI-free search saw nearly 28% more visits in the week following Google's insistence ...

"People just want a choice."

@coindesk

Wall Street gets new crypto rival after Texas bank completes regulatory pivot

By establishing a national charter under the executive branch, United Texas Bank said it intends to enable AI-driven payment rails to intercept glo...

@coindesk

Google engineer insider-traded search results on Polymarket, Feds allege

The charges mark the second major arrest over insider trading on a prediction market.

www.bbc.com

Matthew Perry's assistant jailed for 41 months over actor's ketamine death

Kenneth Iwamasa, who pleaded guilty last year to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine causing death, said he "will forever regret" his ac...

CNBC

Traders are skeptical of Iran timeline for Strait of Hormuz reopening

Despite reports Iran could return the passageway to normal traffic flows within a month of a peace deal, Kalshi traders thought that was unlikely.

the Guardian

Revealed: Mandelson vetting warned of ties to China, Russia and Israel – The Latest

Peter Mandelson’s links with senior figures in China, Russia and Israel were among the concerns raised by the UK’s vetting agency when it concl...

the Guardian

Revealed: Mandelson vetting warned of ties to senior figures in China, Russia and Israel

Exclusive: Vetting officials also flagged £1m loan when recommending he should be denied security clearance

CNBC

Dow rises nearly 200 points to new record close as oil retreats on Iran truce optimism: Live updates

The Dow Industrials notched an all-time high in the session and posted a record close on Wednesday as oil prices pulled back.

CNBC

Snowflake rockets 36% on earnings beat and plan to spend $6 billion on Amazon cloud

Snowflake is going deeper with Amazon's Web Services, and plans to use its Arm-based Graviton chips.

the Guardian

Blair wants to leave our future to the markets. I believe democracy can still shape our lives for...

The inequality caused by technological innovation is not a given. Labour can harness that change to serve society, not dominate it, says Labour MP ...

www.bbc.com

Israel begins strikes on southern Lebanon after evacuation orders

The Israeli military has ordered Lebanese residents to leave some 17% of the country's territory.

BBC Sport

World Cup 2026: Fifa summoned to explain ticket pricing

Fifa must answer questions about 2026 World Cup ticket sales after the attorneys general of New York and New Jersey launch an investigation.

www.bbc.com

Donald Trump says US 'not satisfied' with Iran deal yet

The US president says he believes Iran wants to reach a deal but there is still no agreement on its terms.

CNBC

Trump opposes Russia or China taking Iran's highly enriched uranium

Trump also said the Strait of Hormuz, the vital oil-shipping route, is "going to be open to everybody."

www.bbc.com

Watch: Moment rescuers find five men trapped in Laos cave

Rescuers in Laos have found five villagers alive inside a flooded cave after they were trapped for a week.

the Guardian

‘He doesn’t mention inequality once’: Burnham hits back at Blair’s Labour criticism

Burnham joins senior figures such as Torsten Bell saying the former PM’s essay does not address today’s challenges

CNBC

Abercrombie shares jump 12% on earnings beat even as Iran conflict hits sales

Abercrombie & Fitch saw sales in Europe, Middle East and Africa decline by 10%, thanks in large part to the conflict in the Middle East.

www.bbc.com

Five people found alive after week trapped in flooded Laos cave

The search is continuing for a further two villagers who are still missing, rescuers say.

the Guardian

Resident doctors in England to stage four-day strike in June

BMA blames new health secretary for decision to stage 16th strike in long-running jobs and pay dispute

@coindesk

Robinhood is letting AI trade for you so you don't have to keep checking the markets

Robinhood is bringing hedge fund-style automation to everyday investors by letting AI agents build portfolios, execute stock trades, and even go sh...

www.bbc.com

Ebola-hit DR Congo faces 'catastrophic collision' of disease and conflict, WHO warns

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said fighting in DR Congo was hampering efforts to stop spread

www.bbc.com

Sturgeon defends 'no comment' police interview after SNP funds arrest

The former SNP leader's solicitor says her response was "standard" and she later provided written answers to detectives' questions.

CNBC

Your AI agent can now trade for you on Robinhood. And buy stuff with your credit card too

The new products allow customers to create AI assistants capable of carrying out investing strategies or spending instructions with minimal human i...

the Guardian

Energy price cap in Great Britain to rise by 13% from July

Average gas and electricity bill to jump to £1,862 a year from July until end of September, in part because of Iran war

the Guardian

Labour must put policy first, politics second, Tony Blair says

Former PM urges party to take a step back and ‘analyse the world’ amid speculation over Keir Starmer’s leadership

www.bbc.com

Mohammed Odeh: Israeli strike in Gaza kills new head of Hamas's military wing

Hamas says Mohammed Odeh was killed alongside his wife and two children in a strike on a residential building.

@coindesk

Crypto PACs spend $9 million in Texas and score wins in both parties

Industry-backed PACs supported Democratic and Republican candidates alike, underscoring digital assets’ growing role as a cross-party electoral f...

the Guardian

New Mandelson revelations cast doubt on claim vetting decision was borderline, Thornberry says �...

‘It becomes quite clear why UKSV saw him as a subject of concern who shouldn’t be granted clearance,’ Thornberry tells the Guardian

www.bbc.com

Texas Attorney General Paxton routs veteran incumbent Cornyn in US Senate primary

The result sets up what will be a closely watched contest in November with Paxton's Democratic opponent.

www.bbc.com

Can the EU find a Russia whisperer to mediate an end to the war in Ukraine?

With the US pulling out of trilateral talks with Russia and Ukraine, the EU is looking for potential candidates to step in.

CNBC

Paxton bests Cornyn in Texas Republican Senate primary after Trump endorsement

President Donald Trump last week endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn.

www.bbc.com

Dozens killed in Lebanon as Israel intensifies strikes

Israel says it struck 100 Hezbollah infrastructure sites and fighters in Lebanon, after PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to "crush" the Iran-backed group.

CNBC

Micron hits $1 trillion market cap for the first time as stock surges 19%

A global memory shortage driven by AI is spiking demand for chipmakers like Micron.

www.bbc.com

Energy bills to rise for millions as impact of Iran war hits

A household using a typical amount of energy will pay £221 a year more, under the regulator's new price cap.

CNBC

Japan, South Korea stocks hit fresh records as markets weigh Iran tensions and ceasefire talks

Asia-Pacific markets rose on Wednesday, with Japan and South Korea's benchmark indices hitting new highs

@coindesk

Trump praises prediction markets, defends CFTC as court cases compound

U.S. President Donald Trump said it was "critically important" that the CFTC keep "exclusive authority" over prediction markets, echoing CFTC Chair...

the Guardian

Tony Blair tells Starmer and rivals: abandon net zero and move closer to Trump

In highly unusual intervention, ex-PM says his party’s ‘almost infinite capacity for self-delusion’ makes it likely to lose next election

CNBC

Democratic attorneys general snub Vance's anti-fraud roundtable at White House after late invite

Vice President JD Vance is leading an initiative by the Trump administration to reduce fraud in federally funded programs that are administered by ...

CNBC

Trump cancels Camp David Cabinet trip, citing weather

Trump has rarely visited Camp David during either of his presidential terms, though he frequently spends time outside the White House at his own pr...

CNBC

American Airlines picks SpaceX's Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi on more than 500 planes

American Airlines said it will install SpaceX's Starlink for inflight Wi-Fi on more than 500 of its airplanes.

the Guardian

Labour set to announce crackdown on social media for children within weeks

Age limits and changes to allegedly addictive design features could be in place by the end of the year

BBC Sport

World Cup 2026: DR Congo seeks ticket refunds after Ebola outbreak

DR Congo fans hoping to watch their side's return to the World Cup face a major hurdle as the US imposes travel restrictions following the latest E...

www.bbc.com

US strikes were 'gross violation' of ceasefire, Iran says

The attacks took place while Iranian and Qatari negotiators were in Doha for peace talks.

@coindesk

Spain joins growing list of countries shutting out Polymarket and Kalshi

The platforms were blocked for operating without licenses required by Spanish gambling law, citing a lack of safeguards for minors and self-exclude...

@coindesk

Live markets: bitcoin on sidelines as markets surge on Iran peace hopes

Oil prices and bond yields have opened the week sharply lower following President Trump's weekend announcement of an imminent Middle East agreement.

@coindesk

Bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH) prices slide while stocks gain alongside AI tokens: Crypto Markets Today

Bitcoin is forming a potential lower high while ether languishes in a months-old range, even as S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures push higher on Tuesday.

the Guardian

Mother of boy who may have died in TikTok challenge urges No 10 to ban social media

Ellen Roome, whose son, Jools Sweeney, was 14 when he died, wants a ban put in place for under-16s

the Guardian

Labour says Reform UK ‘in chaos’ as Zia Yusuf publicly tells Jenrick he’s got party’s dep...

‘Robert’s answer is not Reform policy’, Yusuf said about an answer that Jenrick gave to journalists days earlier

CNBC

BP shares fall after board removes chairman Albert Manifold over 'serious’ conduct concerns

The board of British energy major BP on Tuesday announced it had unanimously decided to remove Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect.

the Guardian

The Guardian view on lenient sentences for rape: teenage survivors deserve more from the justice ...

Editorial: Rehabilitation of young offenders is vital. But victims should not leave court wondering why they bothered

CNBC

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war: Reuters

The disagreement over Starlink's use on LUCAS suicide drones is part of increasing tensions between SpaceX and the Pentagon over pricing in recent ...

CNBC

S&P 500 jumps to a new record close as Micron shares lead tech rally: Live updates

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite rose to fresh intraday all-time highs on Tuesday, led by technology.

the Guardian

Next boss warns over ‘dramatic fall’ in UK entry-level jobs

Peer’s comments come as Milburn report is likely to find government has failed to tackle youth unemployment

CNBC

European stocks edge lower amid U.S-Iran peace talks uncertainty

European stocks edged lower Tuesday, as traders watched developments in the Middle East and Ukraine.

@coindesk

HYPE briefly overtakes Dogecoin, privacy tokens slide as US strikes on Iran rattle markets

ZEC and XMR dropped 5% in a session that saw most major tokens pull back after weeks of gains, with the move tracking renewed Middle East tension a...

the Guardian

‘Like tobacco’: Wes Streeting calls for partial social media ban for under-16s

Exclusive: Former health secretary’s intervention comes as government closes consultation on age limits for platforms

www.bbc.com

US launches new strikes on Iran, targeting missile sites and boats

US Central Command says the strikes were taken in "self-defence". It comes as senior Iranian negotiators are in Qatar for talks to end the war.

CNBC

Brent oil jumps back above $100 after Iran vows to retaliate for U.S. strikes

President Trump earlier said talks with Iran were "proceeding nicely," while warning that the U.S. could resume military action if discussions were...

CNBC

U.S. conducts 'self-defense strikes' in Iran as Trump pushes for peace deal

Targets included missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to emplace mines.

www.bbc.com

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will intensify strikes against Hezbollah

The Israeli military hits targets in eastern Lebanon after the prime minister announces further strikes.

www.bbc.com

Russia threatens more Kyiv strikes and tells foreign nationals to leave

It comes after the Ukrainian capital suffered one of the biggest aerial assaults of the war overnight on Saturday.

the Guardian

Nigel Farage’s Russian hack claim ‘without any merit’, former NCSC chief says

Ciaran Martin says Reform UK leader’s allegation over Guardian report on £5m gift ‘entirely unsubstantiated’

the Guardian

Peter Murrell pleads guilty to embezzling £400,000 from SNP

Former husband of Nicola Sturgeon faces long prison sentence after admitting stealing from party to fund lavish lifestyle

www.bbc.com

Pope Leo says AI must be 'disarmed' in first major teaching

The pontiff also warned of a "new digital slaveries" in his first encyclical since becoming Pope last year.

@coindesk

Bitcoin price today: Crypto ticks up as US-Iran peace deal odds climb

Iranian negotiators arrived in Doha for talks, focusing on the Strait of Hormuz and highly enriched uranium. Pakistan and Qatar are mediating.

CNBC

Pope Leo urges AI regulation and warns that some weapons are now beyond human control

The first U.S. pope called for ownership of AI data not to be left solely in private hands and for policy makers to protect the rights of workers a...

Variety

Pope Leo Issues AI Manifesto Warning That ‘Opaque Algorithms’ Controlled by a ‘Few’ Compa...

Pope Leo issues AI Encyclical warning that 'Opaque Algorithms' controlled by a 'few' companies threaten 'new forms of dehumanization'

CNBC

Trump links Abraham Accords to Iran deal

Trump said he has asked countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan and Turkey to join the Abraham Accords en masse.

RNS

In his first encyclical, Pope Leo XIV says AI must serve humanity, not the powerful few

VATICAN CITY (RNS) — In ‘Magnifica Humanitas,’ Leo's 83-page manifesto on AI, the pope tackles the social, economic and political challenges ...

@coindesk

Hyperliquid (HYPE) is emerging as a challenger to traditional exchanges and prediction markets, s...

A new report shows Hyperliquid is rapidly expanding beyond crypto into pre-IPO markets, prediction contracts, and 24/7 asset trading, putting Wall ...

CNBC

European stocks highest since March 2 as U.S.-Iran talks continue; euro zone bond yields drop on ...

Stocks in Europe are tracking their Asian counterparts higher after Japan's Nikkei 225 breached 65,000 for the first time.

CNBC

Gold rises as dollar, oil ease on U.S.-Iran deal prospects

Spot gold was up 1.1% at $4,559.07 per ounce, as ​of 0736 GMT. U.S. gold futures for June delivery gained 0.8% ​to $4,559.80.

CNBC

These companies have cash and are liked on Wall Street

Wolfe Research screened for companies with market caps above $250 million that are in the top quintile for net cash-to-market cap ratio.

CNBC

Iran and U.S. play down hopes for imminent breakthrough in war

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters in New Delhi that the U.S. would give diplomacy every chance to succeed before exploring "alternatives".

www.bbc.com

Oil prices slide on hopes of US-Iran peace deal

Trump said on Saturday that an agreement would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, without giving further details.

www.bbc.com

Deal with US not imminent, Iran says

The US secretary of state earlier said that an agreement could possibly come on Monday.

CNBC

Japan’s Nikkei 225 tops 65,000 for first time as oil falls on Hormuz reopening hopes

Japan’s Nikkei 225 breached 65,000 for the first time Monday as a sharp decline in oil prices lifted risk sentiment in holiday-thinned trading.

the Guardian

Bridget Phillipson orders review of hidden childcare charges hitting parents

Education secretary asks UK watchdog to look into nursery practices, including non-refundable deposits

CNBC

Oil prices fall 7% after Trump says Iran talks are 'proceeding nicely'

Trump had said an agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, among other issues, was largely negotiated and would be announced soon.

www.bbc.com

Ebola virus outbreak poses massive challenges, warns nurse

Kate White says she is "extremely concerned about the inability to get resources" to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

www.bbc.com

Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into deal with Iran

The deal under discussion would involve a 60-day ceasefire extension during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, according to US media.

@coindesk

Coinbase does not fear competition from Wall Street, says exchange executive

A Coinbase executive called on regulators to implement sensible crypto regulation, while announcing the Stand With Crypto event taking place in ove...

CNBC

Trump not rushing Iran deal, whacks critics as 'losers'

The president said the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports would remain in effect until "an agreement is reached, certified, and signed."

www.bbc.com

Turkish police storm opposition offices after leaders ousted

Officers forced their way into the building days after the party vowed to defy a court ruling removing its leaders.

www.bbc.com

Pakistan: Blast targeting train kills at least 20 in Balochistan

Officials say the train had been transporting military personnel home for Eid when it was attacked by armed separatists.

@coindesk

Bitcoin price analysis: BTC set to outperform after long, difficult stretch versus traditional as...

Former Credit Suisse global head of portfolio and Risk Dimensions CIO Mark Connors says bitcoin has broken out of its longest stretch of underperfo...

CNBC

Russia hits Ukraine with hypersonic missile in one of the war's biggest attacks on Kyiv

The Oreshnik missile has a range of several thousand kilometers and is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead.

www.bbc.com

I survived a missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, but my friend has not been found

Sunil Puniya was on his first sea job when a missile struck the oil tanker Skylight at the start of the Iran war.

www.bbc.com

Russia-Ukraine war: Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine leaves four dead and dozens injured

A hypersonic missile, which reportedly travels over 10 times the speed of sound, was used, Russia has confirmed.

www.bbc.com

Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House

Officials say a suspect approached a checkpoint near the building and opened fire, and that a bystander was wounded.

BBC News

Shooting near White House: Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service agents

The gunshots were fired at around 18:00 (23:00 BST), and the White House was placed under lockdown for around an hour.

CNBC

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

Secret Service said none of its officers were injured, and that President Donald Trump — who was at the White House at the time — was not "impa...

CNBC

Trump says Iran deal reopening Strait of Hormuz 'largely negotiated,' will be announced soon

A fragile ceasefire has been in place since April 8, punctuated by skirmishes as the U.S. and Iran jockey over the Strait of Hormuz.

@coindesk

Bitcoin prices news: BTC heads back to $77,000 on Middle East peace deal

"An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the vari...

www.bbc.com

Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated' including reopening Strait of Hormuz

Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.

CNBC

Americans are feeling inflation's pinch into the holiday weekend. Here's where prices are rising ...

Prices related to travel, recreation and food saw particularly steep increases, stretching Americans' wallets as they celebrate the unofficial star...

TechCrunch

Kash Patel's clothing brand website shut down after reports it was hacked | TechCrunch

According to users on X, the website was hijacked by hackers in an attempt to trick visitors into installing malware.

the Guardian

What can Arsenal teach Keir Starmer about politics? You need a clear vision, a tight grip – and...

The sensational title win didn’t happen by accident, it took years of dedication and planning, something the PM should note, says Guardian column...

www.bbc.com

China coal mine explosion leaves at least 82 dead, state media reports

The blast in Shanxi province constitutes the country's worst mining disaster in 16 years.

the Guardian

UK pitched single market for goods with EU in pursuit of deeper trade ties

Exclusive: Top British official presented idea in Brussels but sources say it was rebuffed

NBC News

SpaceX successfully launches prototype of Starship rocket

Elon Musk's company SpaceX successfully launched a prototype of its Starship rocket after scrubbing the planned May 21 launch due to technical diff...

CNBC

SpaceX launches Starship test flight on second try

SpaceX launched its massive Starship rocket on Friday, a day after the company scrubbed plans before takeoff.

@coindesk

F2Pool founder who controls 11% of bitcoin's hashrate to lead first SpaceX mission to Mars

Chun Wang, the first Mission Commander for SpaceX’s first commercial spaceflight to Mars, is crucial for the future transport of millions of tons...

CNBC

Judge tosses Kilmar Abrego Garcia charges, calls Trump administration prosecution 'vindictive'

A judge found Trump’s DOJ targeted Kilmar Abrego Garcia after he challenged his mistaken deportation to El Salvador.

CNBC

New lawsuits against Trump's DOJ 'lawfare' fund

President Trump droppped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for the DOJ creating a $1.8 billion fund to compensate alleged "lawfar...

www.bbc.com

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US director of national intelligence

Gabbard who has been largely out of public view during recent US operations says she is leaving due to her husband's illness.

CNBC

Tulsi Gabbard resigning as Trump's intelligence chief

Gabbard said she is leaving her post to support her husband, who is battling a rare form of bone cancer.

@coindesk

Why Minnesota is empowering local banks to fight Wall Street for crypto revenue

A local banker told CoinDesk that in light of Wall Street’s aggressive push into the crypto industry, Minnesota's financial institutions could no...

the Guardian

Palantir hits back at Sadiq Khan after £50m contract with Met police blocked

London mayor accused of ‘putting politics above public safety’ for rejecting deal to use AI in intelligence analysis

TechCrunch

Trump Mobile confirms it exposed customers' personal data, including phone numbers and home addre...

President Trump’s branded cell phone maker and cell provider said the exposure was linked to a third-party platform and was evaluating whether it...

TechCrunch

You can no longer Google the word 'disregard' | TechCrunch

After Google Search's AI update, the word "disregard" now effectively breaks the search interface.

CNBC

Consumer sentiment hits fresh record low in May as Iran war fuels inflation worries

Consumer sentiment has tumbled to a fresh record low in May as fears of higher prices grow due to the U.S.-Iran war and elevated oil prices.

CNBC

Kevin Warsh's real Fed 'regime change' may happen deep inside Wall Street's plumbing

Warsh could guide to a smaller role in day-to-day markets, while also setting clearer rules for how and when it should intervene.

davidoks.blog

Why Japanese companies do so many different things

The internal logic of the world’s strangest corporations

the Guardian

Teenagers’ non-custodial sentences for rape under review, UK government says

MP Jess Phillips says sentences given to three teenagers in Hampshire ‘unduly lenient’ and send ‘bad message’

@coindesk

Live markets: Bitcoin continues holding pattern near $77,000 ahead of Kevin Warsh taking over at Fed

Kevin Warsh is set to be sworn as Fed chairman in a White House ceremony on Friday morning.

libertas.software

The Companies Cutting Headcount for AI Will Lose to the Ones Who Didn't

Organisations using AI to cut headcount are making a short-term trade with long-term consequences. The ones holding their teams together and invest...

BBC Sport

Pep Guardiola departure: Manager says Man City 'need new energy' as his exit is confirmed

Manchester City confirm Pep Guardiola will leave at the end of the season after a decade of unparalleled success.

CNBC

U.S., Iran signal peace progress — but remain at odds over enriched uranium, Strait of Hormuz t...

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday said there were "good signs" that an agreement to end the Middle East conflict is in sight.

CNBC

NATO will spend hundreds of billions of dollars on defense, says Rutte, as Trump pledges 5,000 Am...

"I am pleased to announce that the United States will be sending an additional 5,000 Troops to Poland," Trump said on Truth Social on Thursday.

BBC Sport

England World Cup squad: How Cole Palmer and Phil Foden lost Thomas Tuchel's number 10 battle

Two years ago Phil Foden and Cole Palmer were England's future. Now, they cannot even get into the squad amid fierce rivalry for the number 10 role.

www.bbc.com

Cuba is a national security threat to the US, Rubio says

Cuba's foreign minister accused Rubio of trying to "instigate a military aggression".

@coindesk

India cracks down on prediction markets: Polymarket goes dark, Kalshi could be next

Polymarket has gone dark in India and as per local media reports, Kalshi could be next.

www.bbc.com

Muslim community in San Diego reels from mosque shooting, but refuses to be intimidated

Thousands attend funeral prayers for the three victims of Monday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Centre of San Diego.

CNBC

Asia-Pacific markets trade higher as investors assess U.S.-Iran peace deal diplomacy

While oil prices fell in U.S. trading, reports that Tehran intends to keep its enriched uranium stockpile within the country stand to complicate ne...

CNBC

SpaceX scrubs test flight of massive Starship rocket, will retry Friday

SpaceX's attempted Starship launch follows the company's release of its IPO prospectus, which set the stage for what's likely to be a record offeri...

@coindesk

BTC News: Mark Cuban says he sold most of his bitcoin after losing faith in hedge narrative

The billionaire investor said he sold most of his bitcoin after concluding the cryptocurrency failed to act as a hedge during recent geopolitical t...

CNBC

Spotify soars 13% after announcing AI music deal with UMG, guidance

Spotify, which is holding its first investor day in four years, is now under the direction of co-CEOs Gustav Söderström and Alex Norström.

CNBC

Trump postpones AI executive order signing: 'I didn't like certain aspects'

Trump said that AI is "causing tremendous good," and he was concerned that the executive order "could have been a blocker."

the Guardian

Single-sex toilets must exclude transgender people, says EHRC

Updated code of practice covering England, Wales and Scotland also relates to changing rooms and follows supreme court ruling

The Hollywood Reporter

Spotify Will Start Reserving Concert Tickets For Fans

The streaming service will use streams and shares to determine an artist's most dedicated fans and set aside pairs of tickets for them to purchase ...

BBC Sport

England World Cup squad: Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold left out

Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold have not been included in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man England squad for this summer's World Cup.

TechCrunch

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani takes to Twitch to chat with New Yorkers | TechCrunch

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching a Twitch series today at 4 p.m. ET.

the Guardian

Sadiq Khan sparks row with Met after blocking £50m AI deal with Palantir

Exclusive: Scotland Yard criticises London mayor’s decision as disappointing and warns it could hit policing

@coindesk

Variational predicts RWA perpetuals will soon be the biggest contract class in DeFi

The company announced a $50 million Series A funding round and said it is initially offering perpetual futures on RWAs, including oil, silver, copp...

TechCrunch

Waymo pauses Atlanta service as its robotaxis keep driving into floods | TechCrunch

Waymo's robotaxi service is now suspended in both Atlanta and San Antonio, as the company works to stop its vehicles from driving into flooded roads.

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Air France and Airbus found guilty of manslaughter over 2009 plane crash

The companies were found guilty by a French court over an air disaster which killed 228 people.

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This young startup is taking on a fragrance industry that hasn't changed in a almost half century...

Fragrance tech company Patina announced Thursday a $2 million raise from investors, including Betaworks and True Ventures. 

@coindesk

Bitcoin analysis: BTC long-term holder supply rises by more than 2 million coins

Long-term holder supply has surged by more than 2 million coins to 16.3 million BTC during the current bear market.

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A crypto betting platform may have leaked U.S. military secrets before a surprise attack on Iran,...

Bubblemaps investigators led by Nicolas Vaiman, discovered 80 bets on Polymarket with a 98% win rate that he said is statistically impossible to ac...

the Guardian

No evidence of formal security vetting when Andrew became UK trade envoy, minister says

Documents released by government also show late queen was ‘very keen’ for her son to have prominent role

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Bitcoin price news: BTC holds for fourth straight day near $77,000

Hyperliquid's HYPE is the outlier in crypto, rising 16.5% over the past 24 hours to a new record high.

the Guardian

Voters across parties believe UK net migration is rising despite sharp drop

Study published as latest migration figures are released shows incorrect perceptions driving immigration debate

the Guardian

Reeves cuts VAT on summer days out to 5% as part of cost of living support

Chancellor says she will raise tax on global oil firms to help meet costs of plans and confirms delay to fuel duty increases

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China says US should stop 'threats' against Cuba after ex-leader charged

It comes after the US charged Cuba's ex-leader with murder, the latest move putting pressure on the regime.

the Guardian

Net migration to UK falls by nearly 50% after Labour’s vow to cut numbers

Decline to 171,000 last year will encourage ministers in what is seen as a battleground issue against Reform

CNBC

Oil market could enter ‘red zone’ by July as stocks dwindle ahead of summer travel season, IE...

IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said the single most important solution to the Iran war energy shock is the unconditional reopening of the Strai...

CNBC

Retail investors get direct access to SpaceX IPO through major brokerage platforms

SpaceX's blockbuster public offering is giving everyday traders access that has traditionally been reserved for Wall Street's biggest clients.

CNBC

Iran reviews U.S. peace proposal as Trump says he’s willing to wait 'a few days'

It comes after President Donald Trump said he was prepared to wait a few more days to "get the right answers" from Tehran.

the Guardian

Wes Streeting calls for equal tax on income and capital gains in Labour leadership pitch

MP says current system is unfair and his idea would result in a ‘wealth tax that works’

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Starmer says he will campaign for Burnham in Makerfield byelection – as it happened

Prime minister tells reporters reporters he would campaign personally in the contest

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Binance launches SpaceX pre-IPO perps amid $2 trillion valuation bets

Binance looks to democratize pre-IPO markets, starting with SpaceX perpetual futures.

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SpaceX files for IPO that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire

Musk's rocket-maker and satellite internet provider will trade under the ticker SPCX

CNBC

Nvidia says it has ‘largely conceded’ China’s AI chip market to Huawei

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the company has "largely conceded" China's advanced artificial intelligence chip market to Huawei.

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Nvidia posts another record quarter, reveals $43 billion of holdings in startups | TechCrunch

Nvidia announced another record revenue figure after market close on Wednesday, but forecasted that revenue growth would slow in the following quar...

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Watch: BBC on the ground in Cuba after US announces criminal charges against Raúl Castro

BBC correspondent Will Grant reports from Havana, hours after the US charged former Cuban leader with conspiracy to kill US nationals and other cri...

the Guardian

Reeves to promise free summer bus rides for children and food tariff cuts in living costs package

Chancellor launches ‘Great British Summer Savings Scheme’ after Keir Starmer postpones fuel duty increase

CNBC

Congress is best chance to stop Trump 'lawfare' fund, attorneys say

The Department of Justice has set up a $1.8 billion fund that will purportedly compensate victims of prosecutorial overreach under the Biden admini...

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Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists

France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli p...

TechCrunch

xAI burned $6.4B last year — SpaceX’s IPO filing shows why the spending is far from over | Te...

SpaceX's IPO filing reveals xAI lost $6.4 billion in 2025 while planning a massive Grok expansion — offering the first public look at Elon Musk's...

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The SpaceX IPO filing is filled with AI bets, Starship dreams, and Elon Musk at the center | Tech...

SpaceX has finally made the contents of its IPO filing public, weeks ahead of what is expected to be the largest IPO ever and one that will make Mu...

CNBC

SpaceX is poised to be the biggest IPO ever. Here are the top U.S. deals to date

Before SpaceX's upcoming IPO sets an expected record, Alibaba, Facebook and Visa raised historic sums in the U.S.

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Securitize remains in the red even as record quarter fuels public listing plans

The tokenization platform reported record quarterly revenue but continued to post losses as it invested in growth and public-company preparations t...

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Elon Musk's SpaceX holds 18,712 bitcoin at fair value of $1.29 billion, IPO filing shows

The rocket and satellite company is looking to go public at a valuation of more than $1.5 trillion.

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Bitcoin miners rise as Nvidia posts big earnings beat and strong outlook

Nvidia’s stronger-than-expected results and bullish AI outlook lifted crypto mining stocks tied to data center and high-performance computing dem...

CNBC

E.l.f. Beauty to walk back some tariff price increases amid high gas prices and consumer 'suffering'

E.l.f. Beauty raised prices by $1 last August to offset the impact of tariffs. It's now planning to walk back some of that amid a consumer pullback.

CNBC

SpaceX's historic IPO plans: Billions in losses and Musk's massive ownership

SpaceX filed for an IPO and plans to list on Nasdaq under ticker SPCX, according to its SEC prospectus.

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US charges former Cuban president Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of planes

Castro and five others are charged with conspiracy to kill US nationals, murder, and destruction of aircraft

the Guardian

UK strikes £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states

Keir Starmer describes the agreement, worth double original estimates, as a ‘huge win’ for British businesses

CNBC

OpenAI takes the lead in AI IPO horse race: 'Getting to public markets first is very important'

It comes after reports that the AI giant and ChatGPT owner is set to file confidentially for an IPO as soon as this week.

CNBC

Nvidia earnings takeaways: Data center revenue nearly doubles, report is strong but stock slides

On the earnings call with analysts, CEO Jensen Huang explains the reason behind the chipmaker's reporting change.

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Russian jets 'dangerously' intercept RAF spy plane over Black Sea

The unarmed Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft was conducting a "routine international flight" during the incidents, the Ministry of Defence says.

CNBC

Airbnb adds hotels, car rentals. Chesky says app can become an 'Amazon for services'

Airbnb on Wednesday added new services and independent hotels to its platform in its latest expansion move in the travel industry.

CNBC

Zuckerberg's Meta layoffs memo: 'Success isn't a given' in the AI era

Meta on Wednesday commenced its latest round of layoffs, which affect about 10% of the company's workforce or roughly 8,000 jobs.

CNBC

Spiking yields are spooking the stock market. These equities win when rates rise

Some defensive names that are more closely correlated to the 10-year Treasury yield can fare well in a higher rate environment.

CNBC

OpenAI to confidentially file for IPO as soon as Friday: Source

OpenAI is working with banks including Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley.

the Guardian

The Treasury’s supermarket food price cap wheeze was bananas | Nils Pratley

Retailers such as M&S need not worry – the UK is not in a state of emergency and competition is clearly working

the Guardian

From fuel duty to sanctions, Kemi wants to make it clear how little she understands | John Crace

Why would Tory leader bother to look into national or global politics? That time would be better spent picking fights

the Guardian

Russian jet causes ‘dangerous’ near miss after flying close to RAF spy plane

UK calls incident ‘unacceptable’ after Su-27 jet comes within six metres of unarmed RAF plane over Black Sea

CNBC

Former Cuban President Raul Castro charged with murder in U.S.

The indictment comes as Trump pushes for a regime change in Cuba, where Castro's communists have been in charge since Fidel Castro led a revolution...

CNBC

Jeff Bezos says bottom half of earners should pay zero in income taxes

Amazon Executive Chairman Jeff Bezos on Wednesday called for zero federal income taxes on the bottom half of earners.

@coindesk

South Korean funeral company reveals $33 million loss on leveraged ether ETF bet

A South Korean funeral company reported a $33 million unrealized loss tied to leveraged ether ETF investments.

@coindesk

Live markets: Crypto prices remain flat ahead of FOMC minutes, Nvidia earnings

Bitcoin is lower by more than 4% over the past week, but has remained in a very tight range around $77,000 for the last three days.

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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo: WHO says Ebola vaccine could take nine months

In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.

CNBC

Dow jumps 500 points as oil and bond yields retreat: Live updates

Chipmaker and AI darling Nvidia will report first-quarter earnings after Wednesday's closing bell.

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Trump tightens grip on Republican Party with Massie defeat

The defeat of a Republican rebel by a Trump-backed challenger in Kentucky shows the strength of the president, writes Anthony Zurcher.

the Guardian

Planned fuel duty rise to be scrapped, says Keir Starmer

PM tells Commons extending the temporary 5p cut is a necessary response to cost-of-living pressures

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UK waters down new Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise

The change reflects increasing supply concerns over certain fuels due to the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

CNBC

Vance defends stock trading spree in Trump financial filings: 'Come on, man'

Vice President JD Vance said at the White House on Tuesday that he and President Donald Trump both support banning congressional stock trading.

the Guardian

Streeting says he resigned because Labour ‘in fight of our lives against nationalism’, and is...

Former health secretary standing down after saying he no longer had confidence in Keir Starmer

the Guardian

UK delays some sanctions on Russian oil and gas amid Middle East conflict

‘Short-term’ measures on import of jet fuel and diesel, and shipping of LNG, aimed to help tackle soaring prices

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Massie loses to Trump-backed challenger in Kentucky primary

The Kentucky race has been viewed as a key test of President Trump's grip on the Republican Party.

the Guardian

Britain’s second most senior diplomat in Washington abruptly leaves post

James Roscoe had served as deputy ambassador to US since 2022 and stood in after Peter Mandelson’s departure

CNBC

Putin-Xi talks revive stalled Russian gas pipeline as Iran war rattles energy markets

Putin is expected to hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, with the long-stalled Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline topping ...

CNBC

Senate advances measure to end military action in Iran in rebuke to Trump

The war with Iran has now blown past the 60-day requirement under the War Powers Act for the president to seek the authorization of Congress.

CNBC

Another Trump victory: Republican Rep. Thomas Massie loses Kentucky primary

President Donald Trump had targeted Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., for opposing GOP priorities.

CNBC

Google gives first glimpse of new AI glasses ahead of fall launch

At its annual developers conference, Google offered a first look at its audio smart glasses that will be available later this year.

BBC Sport

Southampton expelled from play-offs for spying on Middlesbrough, Oxford and Ipswich

Southampton have been thrown out of the play-offs after admitting they spied on three clubs during the Championship season.

Google

A new era for AI Search

We shared the next step in our journey to bring together the best of a search engine with the best of AI.

CNBC

Trump flexes endorsement power for Ken Paxton after ousting Cassidy, targeting Massie

Paxton and Cornyn are locked in a bitter Texas Senate runoff that will decide which Republican faces Democrat James Talarico in November.

Google

Gemini 3.5: frontier intelligence with action

At Google I/O we released Gemini 3.5, our latest series of models combining frontier intelligence with action.

the Guardian

UK supermarkets urged to consider voluntary price caps on essential foods

Retail sources rebuff government proposal as ‘unjustified’ and likely to push costs up across board

CNBC

Google debuts new AI models, personal AI agents in effort to keep pace with OpenAI and Anthropic

Google made a number of AI announcements at its annual developer conference, rolling out more-advanced models and agentic tools for its expansive u...

BBC Sport

Wimbledon 2026: Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from tournament with wrist injury

Two-time winner Carlos Alcaraz will miss this year's Wimbledon because of a wrist injury.

CNBC

Trump says he was 'an hour away' from Iran strike decision before he postponed it

Asked how long Iran has to come to the table, Trump said it could be two or three days, or perhaps until Sunday or early next week.

CNBC

Anthropic hires OpenAI co-founder Andrej Karpathy, former Tesla AI leader

Andrej Karpathy, an artificial intelligence researcher who co-founded OpenAI before getting poached by Tesla, said he's joining Anthropic.

CNBC

Mortgage rates surge to highest level since July

Mortgage rates continued to move higher Tuesday on uncertainty over the war with Iran. They are at the highest level since last July.

CNBC

30-year Treasury yield tops 5.19%, highest since before the financial crisis

Global bond markets remained on edge as traders monitored central bank responses to renewed inflation fears.

@briankrebs

CISA Admin Leaked AWS GovCloud Keys on Github

Until this past weekend, a contractor for the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) maintained a public GitHub repository that expo...

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Security guard, Amin Abdullah, hailed as hero in deadly San Diego mosque shooting

Security guard Amin Abdullah, one of three killed in the attack, was described as "a shining light".

BBC Sport

World Cup 2026: Scotland select Ross Stewart and Findlay Curtis in 26-man squad

Ross Stewart and Findlay Curtis are named in Scotland's World Cup squad but there is no place for Lennon Miller.

Apple Newsroom

Apple unveils new accessibility features, and updates with Apple Intelligence

Apple announced major accessibility updates powered by Apple Intelligence, including new capabilities for VoiceOver, Magnifier, and Voice Control.

the Guardian

HS2 bill could rise to £102bn with first trains delayed until 2039, government admits

Transport secretary says first official estimate in 2026 prices shows ‘obscene increase’ after ‘shocking legacy’ of previous government

CNBC

Putin in Beijing: 3 things Russia needs from China

Russia will be looking for energy and trade deals with China, as well as continuing geopolitical support.

CNBC

Musk and Altman take their battle from court to Wall Street ahead of landmark IPOs

Now that the Musk-Altman trial has reached a verdict, the two billionaires can turn their attention to readying their companies for the public mark...

CNBC

Japan, China lead foreign government retreat from U.S. Treasurys as Iran war fallout stokes curre...

The sell-off came as the outbreak of the U.S.-Iran conflict and resulting surge in crude oil prices sent the yen and other Asian currencies tumbling.

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Petrol hits highest price since start of Iran war

The average price of unleaded has risen to 158.52p a litre, according to the RAC, who warn that it could rise further in the coming weeks.

the Guardian

After the painful ruse of Starmerism, the left should be cautious about Andy Burnham | Owen Jones

With the Greens now a viable alternative, a Labour leader will not win power again without the progressive vote. But they will need to earn it, say...

the Guardian

Andy Burnham vows to ‘change Labour’ in direct challenge to Keir Starmer

Expected candidate in Makerfield byelection says party ‘needs to change if we are to regain people’s trust’

the Guardian

UK unemployment unexpectedly rises to 5% as firms squeezed by Iran war

Pay growth eases to 3.4% as businesses face pressure from soaring energy costs

CNBC

European markets: UK unemployment rises; Germany kicks off Uniper privatization

European stocks are expected to open in mixed territory on Tuesday as traders assess the geopolitical landscape.

CNBC

Tech investors loved this earnings season — but the Iran war is piling pressure on the companie...

Stocks continue to rally amid the AI boom, but the chip sector is scrambling to shore up access to key materials as costs rise.

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Teen suspects fatally shoot three in suspected hate crime at San Diego mosque, say police

The alleged attackers were aged 17 and 18 and one left a note containing "generalised hate rhetoric", investigators say.

CNBC

Oil prices fall as Trump postpones Iran strike, easing supply disruption fears

Oil prices fell after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would postpone a planned military strike on Iran following requests from key Middle Easte...

CNBC

Asia markets trade broadly higher as oil eases after Trump delays planned Iran strike

Asia-Pacific markets opened broadly higher on Tuesday, amid lower oil prices after President Donald Trump said he is postponing a scheduled attack ...

BBC Sport

Pep Guardiola: Man City preparing for boss's departure at end of season

Manchester City are preparing for manager Pep Guardiola to leave the club at the end of the season after a decade in charge and 17 major trophies.

the Guardian

‘Dodgy’ shops handling criminal cash targeted by new specialist unit

Estimated £1bn per year is laundered through vape stores, barbers, mini-marts and sweet shops, officials say

CNBC

Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie is Trump revenge tour's next target

Rep. Thomas Massie will face off on Tuesday against a Trump-backed candidate in a Republican primary in Kentucky's 4th congressional district.

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Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states

The US president says he is holding off on a US attack planned for Tuesday as "serious negotiations are now taking place".

CNBC

Seagate leads memory sell-off as CEO says it would 'take too long' to build new factories

Seagate CEO Dave Mosley's comment sent shares sinking, along with those of Micron, SanDisk and Western Digital.

CNBC

Trump says he's postponing 'scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow' at Middle East leaders' request

The U.S. and Iran are in a stalemate centered on the Strait of Hormuz, the global oil pathway whose closure due to the war has caused an energy sup...

CNBC

Trump pivots to midterms, affordability after China summit as Iran war persists

Trump, at a White House event Monday, is expected to announce an expansion of the number of discounted prescription drugs offered through TrumpRX.

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Musk loses OpenAI court battle as he waited too long to sue

Jurors spent weeks hearing about Musk's claim that Altman had "stolen a charity."

CNBC

U.S. creates $1.8B 'lawfare' fund in exchange for Trump dropping $10B IRS suit

Trump sued the IRS in late January over the leak of his tax information by an IRS employee, Charles "Chaz" Littlejohn, in 2019 and 2020.

CNBC

Musk slams Altman trial verdict as a 'technicality,' vows to appeal

A jury in Oakland, California, ruled against Elon Musk in his dramatic court battle with Sam Altman and OpenAI.

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Elon Musk has lost his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI | TechCrunch

Elon Musk's claim that he was mistreated by his OpenAI cofounders failed after nine California jurors decided in a unanimous verdict that his lawsu...

the Guardian

It’s byelection bingo! Get ready for the Brexit arguments you heard 10 years ago, only louder |...

Makerfield will be a test of what Labour would have to look like to beat Reform – so prepare yourself for regrets, broken promises and baffling a...

the Guardian

‘I am not going to walk away’, says Starmer as Burnham pitches debate on ’how politics need...

The prime minister said he wouldn’t be setting out a timetable to stand down if Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield byelection

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GitHub - stephenlthorn/auto-identity-remove: Automated data broker opt-out runner — removes you...

Automated data broker opt-out runner — removes your personal info from 30+ people-search sites on a monthly schedule - stephenlthorn/auto-identit...

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Israeli forces boarding Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists say

Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade.

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Cruise hit by hantavirus outbreak docks in Rotterdam, final destination

The ship's crew are expected to self-isolate after arriving at the Dutch port, their final destination.

CNBC

European markets to start the week lower after Trump threatens Iran

European stocks are expected to start the new trading week in negative territory as investors react to the latest developments in the U.S.-Iran war.

CNBC

White House touts deals on soybeans and rare earths after Trump-Xi summit, while China talks up t...

The meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping last week yielded new pacts, though the sides have provided differ...

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Watch: Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air during US air show

Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.

CNBC

Oil jumps as Trump warns 'Clock is Ticking' for Iran, fanning fears of escalation in conflict

Trump's warning to Iran over the weekend signals that the impasse between Washington and Tehran over ending the war could deteriorate into resumpti...

KBOI

Two F-18 fighter jets have crashed during an airshow at Mountain Home Air Force Base

Two F-18 fighter jets have crashed while performing in the Fighter Skies airshow at the Mountain Home Air Force Base.This is a developing story and...

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'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran

Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.

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Trump warns Iran 'clock is ticking' as peace progress stalls

Iranian media reports the US has not made concrete concessions in response to Tehran's latest proposals.

the Guardian

London mayor criticises plans for north of England bid to host Olympics

Excluding capital would be ‘missed opportunity’, says Sadiq Khan, given existing assets and ‘world-class infrastructure’

CNBC

Trump warns Iran to 'get moving' or 'there won’t be anything left'

The president has previously threatened to strike civilian infrastructure in Iran, a potential war crime.

CNBC

UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on

A drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, officials said Sunday, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting ...

CNBC

G7 finance ministers to meet amid warning of economic consequences of prolonged Strait of Hormuz ...

G7 finance ministers are due to meet in Paris on Monday and Tuesday as long-term borrowing costs surge.

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How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?

An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.

the Guardian

Labour leadership talk ‘froth and nonsense’, says senior minister – UK politics live

Lisa Nandy says no candidate has launched a challenge to Keir Starmer, despite ‘feverish speculation’ around Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting

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Large-scale Ukrainian drone attack kills three in Moscow region, says Russia

Ukraine's president says the strikes are a "justified" response to deadly Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.

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Eurovision 2026: Bulgaria wins with Bangaranga - but the UK comes last

Bulgarian singer Dara is a surprise winner beating Israel in second place, while the UK's Look Mum No Computer gets just one point.

CNBC

Global oil stockpiles could hit record lows if Strait of Hormuz remains closed

The world's oil stockpiles could approach all-time lows by the end of May due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, according to UBS.

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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency

The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.

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Forty-three arrests after enormous £4.5m police operation keeps rival London protests apart

Serious clashes between Unite the Kingdom and pro-Palestinian protesters were avoided on Saturday.

CNBC

UAE says its decision to leave OPEC was a strategic economic move, not a political one

The United Arab Emirates, which joined OPEC in 1967, announced last month it was leaving the oil producer group on May 1.

CNBC

This federal program trains older workers. The Trump administration wants to cut it

The Senior Community Service Employment Program provides older, low-income individuals with an opportunity to train for work. But its future is unc...

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Taiwan reaffirms independence despite Trump warning

Fresh from his summit in Beijing, the US president warned against a formal declaration of independence by the island.

the Guardian

Tommy Robinson tells tens of thousands at London rally to prepare for ‘battle of Britain’

Turnout down at second ‘unite the kingdom’ march featuring Islamophobic and ethnonationalist hate speech and flyers

www.bbc.com

The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice

Labour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice.

the Guardian

Wes Streeting confirms he will stand if Labour leadership race is triggered

Ex-health secretary sets out fledgling policy platform – including call for new special relationship with EU

the Guardian

‘We need a different path’: Andy Burnham vows to put energy and water under public control

Greater Manchester mayor says programme of renationalisation would be key policy if he succeeds Keir Starmer as PM

www.bbc.com

Tens of thousands join rival protests in London

Thirty-one arrests have been made across the Unite the Kingdom march and a pro-Palestinian protest.

CNBC

A state banquet, selfies with Musk and Huang's noodle run: The spectacle of Trump's Beijing visit

The visit was full of friendly overtures, orchestrated pageantry, business dealmaking, and headline-grabbing sideshows.

CNBC

What you need to know about Nvidia competitor Cerebras after wild IPO

Nvidia competitor Cerebras made a stunning debut on Wall Street Thursday, signaling unstoppable demand for AI chips. Here's how its chips compete w...

CNBC

Russia's Putin to meet China's Xi in Beijing from May 19-20, Beijing and Moscow say

Putin's trip follows shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing.

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What China critics in Maga movement make of Trump's Beijing trip

Trump’s softer approach towards China is one that experts say will likely trickle down to the wider MAGA base.

the Guardian

Met police preparing for large scale far-right and pro-Palestine protests in London

Officers said to be granted extra powers as marches through capital set for same day as FA Cup final

the Guardian

Tens of thousands march through London for far-right and pro-Palestine protests – live

Police say 11 arrested ‘for a variety of offences’ as far-right and pro-Palestine marches take place in London

TechCrunch

US orders travelers on Air Force One to throw away gifts, pins, and burner phones after China tri...

People who travelled to Beijing for a summit between the United States and China had to throw away items they received during the trip before board...

CNBC

Israel and Lebanon agree to extend ceasefire by 45 days, U.S. State Dept says

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 45-day extension of a ceasefire U.S. President Donald Trump declared on April 16, the U.S. State Department sai...

the Guardian

Burnham byelection: the small town that could decide next PM – The Latest

Andy Burnham may have a route back to Westminster – and a path to the Labour leadership. But can he defeat Reform UK in Makerfield? Lucy Hough sp...

Firethering

ChatGPT Wants Access to Your Bank Account - Firethering

OpenAI did this with your health data in January. Now it wants your financial data too. The company announced today that ChatGPT users can connect ...

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Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence after China talks

The US president says he wants Beijing and Taipei to "cool down" tensions over the self-governing island.

the Guardian

Starmer, Burnham, Farage Polanski: they make a week in politics feel like an eternity in Hades | ...

It’s your life in their hands, but what kind of life is that? No wonder a wearied, confused public has mobilised into tribes – or just tuned ou...

the Guardian

Greens suggest they will properly contest byelection, in blow to Burnham

Statement follows speculation party would not field candidate in Makerfield or barely fight seat

the Guardian

Far-right activists barred from UK before Tommy Robinson rally

Keir Starmer accuses Robinson of ‘peddling hatred and division’ and archbishop of Canterbury urges people to ‘choose hope’

the Guardian

Labour’s NEC opens door for Burnham to return to Westminster via Makerfield byelection – as i...

National Executive Committee ives Burnham permission to stand in the candidate selection process for the upcoming byelection

CNBC

Trump says China and Taiwan should 'both cool it'

President Donald Trump spoke about Taiwan after a two-day visit to China, where he said he discussed Iran, and trade deals with Chinese President X...

the Guardian

Politics has tossed friendship out of the window – as Keir Starmer is realising | Simon Jenkins

Britain’s embattled PM is beset by enemies. One reason is that Westminster has ceased to be a club and turned into a shambles, says Guardian colu...

the Guardian

What might happen next in Labour leadership challenge?

How a contest to become PM is triggered, and Andy Burnham’s chances in the Makerfield byelection

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GitHub - Andyyyy64/whichllm: Find the local LLM that actually runs — and performs best — on y...

Find the local LLM that actually runs — and performs best — on your hardware. Ranked by real, recency-aware benchmarks, not parameter count. On...

the Guardian

Christopher Harborne, tycoon who gave £5m to Farage, enters UK rich list at No 6

Crypto billionaire goes straight into top 10 on Sunday Times list, with Noel and Liam Gallagher among other first-timers

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Trump-Xi summit: US and China conclude 'very successful' talks but no deals confirmed

There were plenty of choreographed ceremonies but no trade breakthroughs after the two-day visit.

the Guardian

Ban private jets and cut speed limits to avert UK fuel crisis, say campaigners

Climate and transport organisations warn ministers not to ‘sleepwalk into crisis’ amid Iran war oil and gas shortages

CNBC

Cerebras stock falls 10% after blockbuster IPO debut — here's what's happening

Cerebras Systems' shares were lower in early trading Friday, after its blockbuster stock market debut on Thursday.

CNBC

Trump-Xi summit: The 3 big takeaways from historic meeting in Beijing

The two-day meeting wrapped up Friday, setting the tone for further U.S.-China talks this year.

the Guardian

Andy Burnham has path to challenge PM but must win byelection first

Greater Manchester mayor would need to win Makerfield seat before launching campaign for Labour leadership

CNBC

Oil prices jump after Trump says China agreed to buy U.S. crude following Xi talks

Oil prices rose Friday on news that China has agreed to purchase oil from America

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RTX 5090 + M4 MacBook Air: Can it Game?

What if you could strap a full desktop GPU to your MacBook Air? Turns out, you can.

CNBC

Trump leaves China after talks dominated by trade, oil and Taiwan

U.S. President Donald Trump traveled to China this week for two days of meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping, after a year of heightened trad...

CNBC

Closing arguments conclude in Musk v. Altman, jury to deliberate next week

The jury's verdict in Musk v. Altman will be advisory, and deliberations are set to begin on Monday.

TechCrunch

OpenAI is reportedly preparing legal action against Apple; it wouldn't be the first partner to fe...

According to Bloomberg, OpenAI has enlisted an outside law firm to work through its options.

TechCrunch

Elon Musk's SpaceXAI has been bleeding staff since its merger | TechCrunch

More than 50 employees have reportedly left Elon Musk’s newly merged SpaceXAI since February, raising questions about burnout, leadership changes...

the Guardian

Is Andy Burnham about to return to Westminster? - podcast

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss what the Greater Manchester mayor’s potential return to parliament could mean for Starmer, Labour and the c...

the Guardian

The Guardian view on a cabinet resignation: Labour’s leadership crisis is really an identity cr...

Editorial: The prospect of a contest exposes a deeper truth: the party’s problems go far beyond Keir Starmer