Astronomers believe they’ve detected an atmosphere around a tiny, icy world beyond Pluto

A new study suggests that a small icy object beyond Pluto, known as (612533) 2002 XV93, may have a very thin atmosphere despite its tiny size. Researchers observed it in 2024 as it passed in front of a distant star, briefly dimming the light and indicating the presence of gas. The atmosphere is estimated to be far thinner than Pluto’s and possibly composed of methane, … Continue reading Astronomers believe they’ve detected an atmosphere around a tiny, icy world beyond Pluto

Delta ending food and beverage service on shorter flights

Delta Air Lines announced it will end food and beverage service on flights under 350 miles starting May 19, except for first-class passengers. The airline said the change is meant to create a more consistent service experience across its network, affecting about 9% of its flights. Some passengers on longer routes and in certain cabins will see expanded food and drink options under the new … Continue reading Delta ending food and beverage service on shorter flights

AMD Stock Soars on Strong Earnings and Growing Confidence About AI

AMD reported strong first-quarter results, with revenue up 38% to $10.3 billion and earnings exceeding Wall Street expectations. Its data center segment grew 57%, though profit margins came in slightly below forecasts. The company issued upbeat second-quarter guidance, helping drive its stock higher in after-hours trading. CEO Lisa Su highlighted strong demand for AI computing and projected significant growth in AMD’s AI data center business … Continue reading AMD Stock Soars on Strong Earnings and Growing Confidence About AI

Democrats urge Rubio to acknowledge Israel possesses nuclear weapons

House Democrats have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to publicly acknowledge that Israel possesses nuclear weapons, arguing that U.S. policy of ambiguity is no longer sustainable. In a letter led by Rep. Joaquin Castro, 30 lawmakers said the U.S. cannot support military action against Iran over nuclear concerns while refusing to confirm Israel’s own capabilities. They argued that Congress needs clearer information about nuclear … Continue reading Democrats urge Rubio to acknowledge Israel possesses nuclear weapons

Italy’s Meloni denounces deepfake photo as a political attack

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has condemned the spread of a deepfake image showing her in lingerie, saying it was created using artificial intelligence to attack and manipulate her. She posted the altered photo on Facebook alongside criticism of the person who shared it and warned that such content can deceive and harm people. Meloni said she is able to defend herself but emphasized that … Continue reading Italy’s Meloni denounces deepfake photo as a political attack

Taiwan’s president says state visits are ‘basic right’ after trip he says Beijing tried to block

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said it is a basic right for countries to conduct state visits after returning from a trip to Eswatini, one of Taiwan’s few remaining diplomatic partners. He said China had tried to block his travel by pressuring countries to deny airspace access, though Beijing did not confirm this and instead reiterated its “one-China principle.” Lai’s visit to Eswatini included discussions on … Continue reading Taiwan’s president says state visits are ‘basic right’ after trip he says Beijing tried to block

Carney appoints former war crimes prosecutor as Canada governor general

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed former Supreme Court justice and international war crimes prosecutor Louise Arbour as the country’s new governor general. Arbour previously served as a UN human rights commissioner and led prosecutions for war crimes in Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia. She will act as King Charles III’s representative in Canada, succeeding Mary Simon, the first Indigenous person in the role. … Continue reading Carney appoints former war crimes prosecutor as Canada governor general

Romania’s pro-European coalition collapses after prime minister fails a no-confidence vote

Romania’s pro-European coalition government collapsed after lawmakers voted no confidence in Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, who had been in office for less than a year. The motion passed overwhelmingly with 281 votes in favor, following a split between coalition partners and opposition parties. The government’s fall adds to ongoing political instability in Romania, which has faced repeated crises since its post-communist transition. President Nicușor Dan … Continue reading Romania’s pro-European coalition collapses after prime minister fails a no-confidence vote

FAA employee in New Hampshire charged with threatening to kill Trump

A Federal Aviation Administration employee, Dean DelleChiaie, 35, has been arrested in New Hampshire for allegedly threatening to kill President Donald Trump. Prosecutors say he used a government computer to search topics related to assassinations, security breaches, and Trump, and later sent an email to the White House saying he intended to “neutralize/kill” the president. Authorities also allege he searched for information on Vice President … Continue reading FAA employee in New Hampshire charged with threatening to kill Trump

US Secret Service agent placed on leave for allegedly fondling himself in public

A U.S. Secret Service officer, John Andrew Spillman, 33, has been placed on administrative leave after being arrested in Miami for allegedly exposing and fondling himself in a hotel hallway. Police say he was found naked on the sixth floor of a DoubleTree hotel and was later accused by a witness of following her from the lobby and behaving inappropriately near her room. Hotel security … Continue reading US Secret Service agent placed on leave for allegedly fondling himself in public

Houston restaurateur suspected of killing pregnant wife and two children before taking his own life

A Houston restaurateur and former pharmaceutical CEO, Matthew Mitchell, 52, allegedly killed his pregnant wife and two children before taking his own life in a suspected murder-suicide. The family was found dead in their River Oaks home by a babysitter on Monday evening. Authorities believe Mitchell shot his wife and children, including an 8-year-old daughter and 4-year-old son, before killing himself. The children were found … Continue reading Houston restaurateur suspected of killing pregnant wife and two children before taking his own life

Tanner Horner sentenced to death for kidnapping and killing 7-year-old girl during FedEx delivery

A Texas jury has sentenced former FedEx driver Tanner Horner, 34, to death for the kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in 2022. Prosecutors said Horner struck the girl with his delivery van, abducted her, and later strangled her after a delivery incident at her family’s home in Wise County. The case included extensive evidence and testimony over a 19-day trial, including audio, DNA … Continue reading Tanner Horner sentenced to death for kidnapping and killing 7-year-old girl during FedEx delivery

2 dead, 3 injured: Suspect arrested after two Carrollton shootings tied to business dispute

Two people were killed and three others were injured in two related shootings in Carrollton, Texas, on Tuesday morning. Police arrested Seung Han Ho, 69, who is accused of carrying out both attacks after a business dispute turned violent. The first shooting happened inside the Gwang Jang Korean Market, where four people were shot and one died at the scene. The second occurred later in … Continue reading 2 dead, 3 injured: Suspect arrested after two Carrollton shootings tied to business dispute

Boko Haram attack kills 23 soldiers in Chad’s Lake Chad region

At least 23 Chadian soldiers were killed and 26 injured in a Boko Haram attack on a military post in the Lake Chad region, according to the armed forces. The assault targeted a base on Barka Tolorom island and was later repelled, with the military saying many attackers were also killed. President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno condemned the attack and vowed to continue fighting the … Continue reading Boko Haram attack kills 23 soldiers in Chad’s Lake Chad region

Palestine Action activists convicted in UK for break-in at Israeli defense factory

Four activists from Palestine Action were convicted of criminal damage after breaking into an Elbit Systems defense factory in Bristol and destroying equipment. The group said the attack aimed to disrupt weapons production they believed would be used in conflict. The incident involved a van crashing through the factory gates, followed by coordinated vandalism that caused about £1 million in damage. One activist was also … Continue reading Palestine Action activists convicted in UK for break-in at Israeli defense factory

Sudan accuses Ethiopia, UAE of being behind recent drone attacks

Sudan has accused Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates of involvement in recent drone attacks, warning it will not remain silent. The government recalled its ambassador from Ethiopia, alleging drones launched from Ethiopian territory struck Khartoum International Airport and disrupted operations. Ethiopia denied the claims as baseless and accused Sudan of backing the Tigray People’s Liberation Front, which also rejected any ties to Sudan. The … Continue reading Sudan accuses Ethiopia, UAE of being behind recent drone attacks

Police investigate suspected arson attack at former synagogue in east London

Counter-terrorism police in London are investigating a suspected arson attack at a disused former synagogue in Tower Hamlets, possibly linked to an Iran-backed campaign. The fire caused minor damage, and CCTV showed two hooded individuals deliberately starting it early Tuesday morning. The building, once the East London Central Synagogue, has previously been targeted with antisemitic graffiti and holds cultural significance for the Jewish community. Authorities … Continue reading Police investigate suspected arson attack at former synagogue in east London

Russian attacks kill 26 in Ukraine before Kyiv-announced ceasefire

At least 26 people were killed and over 80 injured in widespread Russian drone and missile attacks across Ukraine just before a planned ceasefire. Strikes hit multiple cities including Kramatorsk, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, and Dnipro, causing significant casualties and damage. Overnight attacks on gas facilities in Poltava and Kharkiv regions killed five workers and rescuers and disrupted energy supplies to thousands. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized … Continue reading Russian attacks kill 26 in Ukraine before Kyiv-announced ceasefire

Asteroid Apophis to pass closer to Earth than many satellites in 2029, NASA says

A large asteroid named Apophis, about the size of the Eiffel Tower, will pass extremely close to Earth on April 13, 2029, but scientists say it poses no risk of impact. NASA estimates it will come within about 20,000 miles of Earth, closer than some satellites, and has ruled out any collision risk for at least the next 100 years. First discovered in 2004, the … Continue reading Asteroid Apophis to pass closer to Earth than many satellites in 2029, NASA says

Roomba pioneer aims to crack the household market again with an AI-powered pet robot

Robotics pioneer Colin Angle, known for creating the Roomba at iRobot, has unveiled a new startup robot called “Familiar” that is designed to function like a lifelike pet companion. The four-legged AI-powered machine is intended to follow users around, respond to touch and sound, and adapt to human behavior over time without speaking. Angle says advances in generative AI now make it possible to create … Continue reading Roomba pioneer aims to crack the household market again with an AI-powered pet robot

Palantir tops estimates on 85% revenue growth, fastest expansion since market debut

Palantir reported strong first-quarter earnings that exceeded Wall Street expectations, with revenue rising about 85% to $1.63 billion and adjusted earnings per share of 33 cents. Net income nearly quadrupled from a year earlier, and the company also raised its full-year revenue and cash flow forecasts above analyst estimates. CEO Alex Karp said the company’s results reflect exceptional growth, highlighting high revenue per employee and … Continue reading Palantir tops estimates on 85% revenue growth, fastest expansion since market debut

Oil prices surge as violence flares in Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices surged sharply after renewed violence in the Strait of Hormuz raised fears that the fragile U.S.–Iran ceasefire could collapse. Brent crude rose nearly 6% to above $114 a barrel as markets reacted to reports of attacks on commercial shipping and U.S. strikes on Iranian boats, though Iran denied some of the claims. Despite U.S. efforts to secure the waterway, shipping companies remain hesitant … Continue reading Oil prices surge as violence flares in Strait of Hormuz

GameStop shares fall 10% after CEO skirts questions over eBay acquisition details

GameStop’s shares dropped more than 10% after the company announced a surprise $55.5 billion bid for eBay, raising concerns about how the deal would be financed. CEO Ryan Cohen faced repeated questions about funding but gave unclear responses, while the company proposed using cash, stock, and debt financing to structure the offer. Analysts noted a significant gap between GameStop’s valuation and the total value of … Continue reading GameStop shares fall 10% after CEO skirts questions over eBay acquisition details

Europe will not submit to an ‘insular and brutal world’, says Carney

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told a European Political Community summit that Europe could help rebuild a new international order rather than accept a more “brutal” and transactional global system. He suggested shifting global leadership dynamics as tensions rise over conflicts in the Middle East and doubts grow about U.S. commitments to NATO, including troop reductions in Europe. Leaders such as French President Emmanuel Macron … Continue reading Europe will not submit to an ‘insular and brutal world’, says Carney

Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will host a Downing Street summit with business, cultural, and policing leaders to coordinate a “whole of society” response to rising antisemitism. The meetings will involve ministers and representatives from multiple sectors working with Jewish community leaders to identify how antisemitism appears and how to address it more effectively. The initiative follows a series of suspected antisemitic attacks in the … Continue reading Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism