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Big Tech Layoffs Explode To 80,000 As Experts Accuse CEOs Of Using AI As A Scapegoat

Big Tech firms cut over 80,000 jobs in Q1 2026, with AI often cited as the cause. However, deeper issues like pandemic overhiring and rising borrowing costs may be the real drivers.

International Business Times UK

Skills shortages are holding back businesses in South Africa – survey finds the weak spots

Running a business in South Africa has become increasingly difficult. The challenges range from the economic after-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic to limited access to finance, increased global competition, shifting trade relations, technological change and governance issues.

The Conversation

Medieval plague survivors left us graffiti, court records and a lesson for COVID

Memories of pandemics are often contentious. They can be disputed, uncomfortable and politically charged. As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to feel more distant, governments, communities and families have started asking how it should be remembered.

The Conversation

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US Bucks The Trend Despite Price Spike, But Oil Demand Set To Slump: When Is A Recovery Expected

Oil demand worldwide is expected to dip this year, the International Energy Agency said in a report. The expected decline in oil demand would be the first time since the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the IEA report said.

International Business Times

Bangkok condo prices near pre-pandemic peak

Despite the sluggish economy, the average selling price per square metre of new condo units in Greater Bangkok during the first half of 2026 neared the level recorded in 2019, the second-highest on record after the 2018 peak.

Bangkok Post

Mental illness is up in young people, dementia is now the biggest killer: Australia’s health in 2026

Australians’ life expectancy has increased steadily over time but dropped during the COVID pandemic, according to a new report released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

The Conversation

Obamacare health insurance premiums are getting hugely costlier as insurers ask for second-highest premiums increase since 2018

Obamacare enrollment declined 13 per cent in 2026, from 22.1 million people in 2025, after the expiration of extra subsidies meant to help people keep coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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'The next pandemic is not a matter of if, but when,' Oxford professor says

The Oxford professor who developed the first highly effective malaria vaccine explains what Covid taught us, why misinformation is still a threat and why Europe must invest more in public health

Euronews

Death toll from DR Congo Ebola outbreak passes 500 as healthcare workers threaten strike

The deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 500 people, the UN health agency's figures showed Monday. Healthcare workers in Ituri province, the heart of the outbreak, on Sunday issued a 24-hour notice threatening to strike if the government did not improve their working…

France 24

More than 500 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now claimed over 500 lives. World Health Organization figures show 1,561 confirmed cases and 506 deaths in the DRC. Two deaths have also occurred in neighboring Uganda, with 16 patients recovering there. This outbreak is driven by a rare Ebola…

The Economic Times

New virus catalogue reveals which pathogens pose the greatest threat

In a typical year, scientists discover two or three viruses that have never been seen in people before. The number fluctuates, but the trend has been fairly steady since the 1960s.

The Conversation

Man sells property for Rs 48 lakh, constructs a new house but faces delay, income tax dept denies Section 54 claim; he fights and wins case in ITAT Chennai

A Chennai resident successfully reclaimed his Section 54 tax exemption after a three-year construction delay on his new home, initially denied by the tax department. The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) ruled in his favour, citing the COVID-19 pandemic as an extraordinary circumstance beyond his control. The tribunal emphasized a…

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman: 'One of the tech industry’s worst mistakes in a long time was that everybody could go full remote forever' — closing the doors to pandemic-era flexibility

Despite championing remote working, the technology industry was among the first sectors to row back on this new era

TechRadar

Hong Kong's AUM hits record $5.4 trillion on 193% rise in inflows

Hong Kong has taken numerous steps to attract wealth in recent years, an attempt to rebound after the city lost some of its allure in the wake of political upheavals and the Covid pandemic. It has overtaken Switzerland as the world's largest cross-border wealth hub, driven by an influx of…

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66 Kids With Unfortunate Names That Tell You About Their Parents Everything You Need To Know

When Elon Musk named his son X Æ A-12, we thought we'd heard it all. But alas, some parents can't stop. Won't stop. From U-R-H-Y-N-E-Z (proudly pronounced 'Your Highness!'), to Random (who has a younger brother named Extra), and even Pandemica, here are some of the most bizarre baby names…

Medical Daily

H9N2, H5N1, and H5N2 Are All Being Monitored for Human Risk — Here Is the Honest State of Avian Flu in 2026

H9N2, H5N1, and H5N2 are all circulating in birds and monitored for human infection. Here's an honest 2026 risk assessment — and who is and isn't at meaningful risk.

The Independent UK

Covid booster jabs could protect against other coronaviruses with ‘future pandemic potential’

Billions of Covid vaccine doses have been administered worldwide, but these jabs could help protect against the next pandemic

The Economic Times

Psychology says people who store food, groceries or supplies for any kind of lockdown-like situation aren't always overreacting: What this preparedness behavior can reveal

Psychology says people who store food, groceries or supplies for any kind of lockdown-like situation aren't always acting out of fear. Psychology explains that this behavior can come from planning, past experiences, uncertainty management, and a desire to stay prepared. Research shows that people often stock essential supplies because they…

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From floods to war, state-run oil firms prove indispensable despite repeated privatisation bids

India's state-run oil companies have proven indispensable during national crises, from floods and pandemics to global conflicts. Despite past privatization attempts, these public sector firms consistently ensure fuel availability, absorb price shocks, and maintain supplies nationwide. Their strategic role in energy security, especially given India's import dependence, highlights their critical…

International Business Times UK

US Layoffs Skyrocket to Highest Level Since Pandemic as Tech Giants Blame AI for 40% of Cuts

US layoffs reached their highest May level since 2020, with AI cited in 40% of cases. The trend raises questions about AI's true impact on the labour market.

The Economic Times

He didn't just learn AI; he turned it into a Rs 1 crore-a-month business by teaching others

A 13-year-old Ayush Singh transformed pandemic curiosity into a thriving AI business, reportedly earning Rs 1 crore monthly. He bypassed traditional education, mastering AI through self-learning and practical projects. His shift to teaching AI skills via premium cohorts and building AI automation solutions for businesses like SecondBrain Labs has garnered…

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Congress Extends Medicare Telehealth Through 2027 as CONNECT for Health Act Pushes Permanent Reform

Although telehealth use has declined from its pandemic peak, it remains nearly twice as common among traditional Medicare beneficiaries as it was before 2020, reflecting...

International Business Times UK

Baroness Mone Investigation Explained: The Allegations, Scrutiny, and What Happens Next

Baroness Michelle Mone is under investigation for her role in PPE Medpro's government contracts during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising questions about transparency and accountability in emergency procurement.

The Conversation

The military traded its flu vaccine mandate for ‘medical freedom’ – an outbreak quickly followed

Amid a worsening flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, the U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy are once again requiring new recruits to get vaccinated against the influenza virus, according to ABC News. The move comes two months after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth rescinded the…

The Economic Times

India-China border trade via Lipulekh Pass to resume after 6 yrs

Border trade between India and Tibet is set to resume through the Lipulekh pass on June 26, after a six-year halt due to the pandemic. The first batch of 26 Indian traders, including helpers, will enter Chinese territory. A customs office is operational, and preparations are underway for a second…

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