Jason Arday accuser given three-month teaching ban but can continue research Nathan Cofnas told by Ghent University to work remotely as US ambassador claims credit for lifting of suspension The Guardian - UK · Aug 30
Nepal flash floods: India steps up rescue ops as 275 Indians remain missing Indians missing in Nepal floods: India has intensified rescue and relief operations following Nepal's devastating Bhote Koshi River floods. One hundred eight Indian nationals have been safely rescued from affected areas in Nepal so far. India has dispatched multiple flights carrying essential relief materials and equipment to Kathmandu. Efforts continue… The Economic Times · Aug 30
Air India teases another new Boeing 787-9 from Everett Air India has teased the arrival of another Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. This development marks another step in the airline's ongoing fleet transformation plans. The carrier is also refurbishing its existing legacy Boeing 787-8 aircraft with upgraded cabins. By the end of 2026, nearly sixty percent of its widebody fleet… The Economic Times · Aug 29
Newsmax Host Carl Higbie Deletes Jelly Roll Music After Country Star Makes Trump Weight Jokes Carl Higbie publicly deleted Jelly Roll's music on Newsmax after the singer mocked Donald Trump's weight while guest‑hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live!, triggering a MAGA backlash. International Business Times UK · Aug 29
Tech billionaires and executives like Evan Spiegel and Peter Thiel are publicly shielding their children from the products that made them rich As governments race to restrict minors’ social media use, the tech billionaires who built the platforms are imposing strict screen limits at home. Fortune · Aug 29
No surrender, no dissent: How six months of war hardened Iran’s leadership Iran's leadership has appointed hard-line military and security officials to key positions. These moves signal a resistance to US pressure and a crackdown on domestic dissent. The new appointments come as Iran faces prolonged confrontation and economic pressure. Hardliners are tightening their grip around the new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba… The Times of India · Aug 29
"Journey of good governance will gain new momentum": UP CM Adityanath unveils projects worth Rs 435 crore in Deoria, Gorakhpurin Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched multiple development projects across Deoria and Gorakhpur districts. These initiatives are valued at over Rs 435 crore, focusing on public welfare and infrastructure expansion. The Chief Minister also highlighted recent schemes aimed at empowering women and ensuring their convenience. One such scheme provides… The Economic Times · Aug 29
OpenAI to end agreement with SpaceX's AI coding tool Cursor, deepening Musk-Altman clash OpenAI said it was not confident that SpaceX would use its technology "within our terms of service." The Economic Times · Aug 29
Trump says US inked deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves The United States has reached an agreement with Venezuela concerning oil reserves. This deal involves taking control of sixty-five billion barrels of the nation's oil. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the agreement, calling it historic. The pact aims to bring private investment and lower gas prices. This development occurs… The Economic Times · Aug 29
What time will SpaceX launch NASA's Roman Space Telescope today? (Full mission timeline) SpaceX will launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, NASA's next great observatory, atop a Falcon Heavy rocket on Aug. 30. Here's what time it flies. Space · Aug 28
Hundreds of Suspected Chinese Fake Accounts Helping Fuel Opposition To Data Centers In The U.S., X Claims "We found 200 accounts posting in a manner that could manipulate a legitimate debate about American AI and energy policy," X Safety said. International Business Times · Aug 28
X says it found and took down a Chinese bot farm posting anti-AI data center content to thousands of followers X says 200 bot accounts were publishing anti-American AI posts targeting and amplifying legitimate data center concerns. TechRadar · Aug 28
New US export controls reportedly target Chinese access to remote AI servers — Trump admin's cut-down AI diffusion rule could be shared with industry as soon as September The Trump administration is reportedly drafting a rule to close a loophole around remote access to advanced AI compute, and it could be shared with trade groups as early as September. Tom’s Hardware · Aug 28
21 pilgrims from Tamil Nadu who returned to India were rescued by Nepal Army: S Jaishankar External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has confirmed the successful rescue of 21 Tamil Nadu pilgrims affected by the floods in Nepal. However, approximately 315 Indian nationals are still unreachable amid the catastrophic flash floods. India is providing robust assistance to Nepal with relief efforts, dispatching vital supplies such as Bailey… The Economic Times · Aug 28
International Business Times UK · Aug 28 X Users Post Flock CEO's Address and Photos of His Home After He Says Americans Must 'Compromise' on Privacy X users are accused of posting Flock Safety's CEO's home details after his 'compromise' on privacy remarks, intensifying the row over US surveillance.
International Business Times UK · Aug 28 Elon Musk Predicts $3.5T SpaceX Revenue by 2033; Morgan Stanley Foresees It by 2040 Elon Musk aims for $3.5 trillion in SpaceX revenue by 2033, surpassing Wall Street forecasts. Explore Starlink, AI, and SpaceX's plan to redefine growth and market expectations.
The Guardian - US · Aug 28 Vaccine misinformation spreads as RFK Jr suggests two measles deaths were ‘fabricated’ Anti-vaxxers are spreading conspiracy theories after two recent measles-associated deaths in Pennsylvania
The Guardian - US · Aug 28 A conservative strategist called for ‘getting rid of Trump’ three years ago. Could he be his next press secretary? Scott Jennings has pivoted from his early critiques and caught the White House’s eye with pro-Trump commentary on CNN
The Economic Times · Aug 28 Nepal issues new flood warning after dam breach in Tibet Nepal authorities issued a fresh flood warning after water levels rose significantly. Rising water mixed with mud increased the risk of another dangerous flood event. A water dam on the Tibetan side reportedly burst again, raising further concerns. Rescue teams continue searching for missing people while monitoring the new flood…
International Business Times UK · Aug 28 Someone Just Launched a New Twitter as Startup Challenges Elon Musk's Rights to the Name Operation Bluebird launches Twitter.now, reviving the iconic Twitter brand and challenging X's trademark rights. The new platform aims to attract former users with familiar branding and nostalgia.
The Economic Times · Aug 28 Tehran will 'send Netanyahu to hell', Iran's security chief Rezaei says; warns of severe confrontation Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei has warned of a severe confrontation with the US if the blockade of Iranian ports continues, threatening retaliation against American economic interests. He also warned of a new phase of conflict with Israel, while claiming Iran exported up to 80 million barrels of oil during…
International Business Times UK · Aug 27 Judge Throws Out Elon Musk's First Amendment Lawsuit Against New York Hate Speech Law With Prejudice A federal court dismissed Elon Musk's X lawsuit against New York's transparency law, requiring social media platforms to disclose content moderation practices.
Euronews · Aug 27 Clashes in Spain's Ceuta month after mass migrant influx, residents try to block Red Cross aid Tensions have risen after a military vehicle carrying four soldiers was "ambushed" in the early hours of Thursday by about 70 migrants, who attacked it with stones and other objects, a police spokesperson in Ceuta.
Space · Aug 27 Starship is coming home! SpaceX loads floating spacecraft onto huge ship in the Indian Ocean (photos) SpaceX has loaded Flight 13's Starship upper stage onto a ship in the Indian Ocean, more than a month after the vehicle splashed down. It is now headed home to Texas.
GamesRadar · Aug 27 The Witcher 3 hasn't had an expansion in 10 years because "good things take time" and Songs of the Past was dead for a while, says CD Projekt Red dev "We were heartbroken when our story disappeared in the vaults"