‘I have 40 million followers’: Arkansas mukbang influencers invoked their follower count at a steakhouse. It still landed one of them in handcuffs That flex didn’t work. We Got This Covered · May 13
Intel, Qualcomm confirm Googlebook AI laptop partnerships, opening ARM andx86 possibilities for new OS — Google VP says devices to also ship with MediaTek chips Intel has officially confirmed its partnership with Googlebook as Google prepares a new lineup of Gemini-powered AI laptops. Tom’s Hardware · May 13
ICE's New Chief Helped Build the Immigration Detention System He Now Oversees Before returning to ICE, David Venturella worked as a senior executive at GEO Group, one of the largest private prison and immigration detention contractors in the United States Latin Times · May 13
Mexico president denies report on deadly CIA operations against cartels Last month, two CIA agents were killed in a car crash along with local Mexican investigators on their return from an anti-narcotics operation in the northern state of Chihuahua The Independent UK · May 13
Mississippi governor rules out redrawn supreme court maps before midterms Tate Reeves cancels special legislative session but expects to redraw four congressional districts before 2027 elections The Guardian - US · May 13
Kash Patel Accused of Lying: Claims Chris Van Hollen $7k 'Drank on Taxpayer Dime' Bar Tab Debunked A Senate hearing turned contentious as FBI Director Kash Patel and Senator Chris Van Hollen clashed over drinking allegations, leading to mutual challenges for alcohol screening tests. International Business Times UK · May 13
‘This is beyond disgusting’: Texas man allegedly called ICE on mechanic to avoid having to pay him for the work he did on his car It's alleged that Don Brunson weaponized ICE to avoid paying for honest work. We Got This Covered · May 13
Elon Musk sparks racism accusations after questioning Lupita Nyong’o’s beauty in The Odyssey Nyong’o will play Helen of Troy and her sister Clytemnestra in Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated film The Independent UK · May 13
Forget SpaceX. This Might Be the Hottest IPO of the Year. Our senior market strategist explains why Fervo is one of the few IPOs to catch his eye, and what investors need to know now. Barchart · May 13
What to know about Kyle Diamantas, the new acting FDA commissioner The ex-lawyer who Trump described as ‘very talented’ was previously deputy commissioner for food at the FDA The Guardian - US · May 13
India to use AI to protect consumers from money mule banking cyber fraud, announces Home Minister Amit Shah India will now use Artificial Intelligence to fight money mule banking cyber fraud. The Home Minister announced a partnership between the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre and the Reserve Bank of India’s Innovation Hub. This collaboration will help detect and block suspicious accounts faster. Consumers can expect safer digital transactions… The Economic Times · May 13
Gold import duty hike in US may have led to insider trading, says Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath highlighted the tight regulation in Indian financial markets following a surprise import duty hike on gold and silver. He noted the absence of unusual trading activity before the announcement, contrasting it with potential scenarios in Western markets where privileged information might be exploited. The Economic Times · May 13
Jaishankar meets Chilean FM Mackenna; discusses trade diversification, multilateral cooperation India and Chile are boosting economic ties. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chilean counterpart to enhance cooperation. Discussions focused on diversifying markets and promoting exports. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal also reviewed progress on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. This pact aims to expand trade and investment between the… The Economic Times · May 13
Von der Leyen steps up EU child safety crackdown on social media giants The European Union is preparing a fresh push to rein in the impact of social media on children, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signalling that new legislation – including restricting access for younger users – could be proposed within months. Radio France Internationale · May 13
The Economic Times · May 13 Hindustan Zinc shares surge 5% as silver prices near Rs 3 lakh/kg after import duty hike; Vedanta shares jump 4% Government has raised import duties on gold and silver to 15 percent. This move has caused precious metal prices to surge. Hindustan Zinc and Vedanta shares saw significant jumps following the announcement. The government aims to curb imports and stabilize the rupee. Hindustan Zinc, India's largest silver producer, is expected…
The Economic Times · May 13 Prateek Yadav death reason: What happened to Mulayam Singh Yadav's son and BJP leader Aparna Yadav's husband? Prateek Yadav, son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, has passed away. The 38-year-old fitness enthusiast died on Wednesday after suddenly falling ill. He was rushed to the civil hospital in the early hours of the day. Prateek Yadav had stayed away from active politics. His wife, Aparna Bisht…
Axios · May 13 Thomas Massie's ex accuses him of hush money offer "You're not going to make a difference. Just walk away," she said Massie told her.
Axios · May 13 Democratic calls grow for GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans to resign More than a dozen House Democrats have called for the Virginia Republican to step down.
Bored Panda · May 12 “Trap” To Harass Women In Public Transportation Exposed Online By Concerned Netizens “How have you been living to be able to exude this much creepiness?”
The Economic Times · May 12 Rahul Gandhi records dissent over CBI chief selection, alleges govt withheld crucial information Rahul Gandhi has formally opposed the selection process for the next CBI director. He stated the government withheld crucial candidate information. Gandhi described the committee process as a mere formality. He refused to participate in what he called a biased exercise. The Congress leader emphasized the opposition's role is not…
Total Film · May 12 Ian McKellen says he always wanted a "good speech" in X-Men, but that comic book movie speeches are limited to "pow!" McKellen is set to reprise his role as Magneto in Avengers: Doomsday
The Economic Times · May 12 Vedanta chief Anil Agarwal backs PM's call to save forex, pitches for mining reforms Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal urged swift mining reforms to boost domestic production of oil, gold, and other critical resources, aligning with Prime Minister Modi's call to conserve foreign exchange. Agarwal emphasized privatization and self-certification in clearances to unlock the potential of existing assets and reduce import dependency, citing Vedanta's success…
The Economic Times · May 12 Elon Musk, Tim Cook and other prominent US executives invited to join Trump on trip to China President Donald Trump embarks on a trip to China this week to meet President Xi Jinping. Several prominent US executives from technology and agriculture sectors are joining the delegation. Discussions will focus on trade and artificial intelligence. Key figures include Elon Musk and Tim Cook. Other notable attendees represent major…
International Business Times UK · May 12 'OpenAI Is Coke, Grok Is RC Cola': Experts Slam Elon Musk's AI Adoption Rates As Elon Musk's Grok falters against ChatGPT and Claude while SpaceX rents vital computing power to Anthropic, the AI race is increasingly being decided by who controls the infrastructure.
The Economic Times · May 12 What should you do with your gold investments after PM Modi urges people to postpone gold purchases? Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to postpone gold purchases to curb India's import bill amidst West Asia tensions. While the intention is welcomed, the industry fears business and job impacts. Experts advise existing investors to hold, suggesting digital gold for new buyers, and propose solutions like domestic gold recycling and…