A key ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed legislation to prohibit social media access for children under 16, framing the move as a response to digital addiction and the exploitation of Indian user data by foreign tech giants, amid a growing global regulatory push.
The United States, in coordination with European allies, has imposed new sanctions on Iran's Interior Minister and other officials, accusing them of orchestrating a violent suppression of nationwide protests. The measures target assets and travel, reflecting a widening international response to Tehran's handling of domestic unrest.
Iran has announced plans to designate the armed forces of European Union member states as terrorist organizations, a direct response to the EU's blacklisting of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The escalation marks a new low in diplomatic relations and raises fears of further regional instability.
From economic despair to demands for fundamental rights, Iran's recent wave of protests revealed a rare, broad-based defiance. Through the eyes of those who were there, a story emerges of fleeting hope shattered by a security response activists call the deadliest in decades.
Despite bearing the brunt of costly natural disasters, Asia-Pacific remains the world's least insured region, with a staggering $64 billion protection shortfall in 2024 alone, threatening economic stability and vulnerable communities.
Two additional regions in North Darfur have now crossed the famine threshold for acute malnutrition, a U.N.-backed monitor reports, as Sudan's civil war and dwindling aid resources push millions toward starvation.
A consortium of leading South African financial and tech firms has launched ZARU, a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the South African Rand. The move is seen as a strategic response to the rapid adoption of dollar-denominated stablecoins and aims to keep local currency relevant in the digital age.
International hunger monitors confirm famine conditions have spread to two additional towns in Sudan's Darfur region, signaling a rapid deterioration months after initial warnings in el-Fasher.
The Department of Homeland Security is withdrawing 700 officers from Minnesota, following weeks of heightened tensions and fatal incidents. The move, described by the administration as a shift towards a 'softer touch,' leaves approximately 2,000 federal agents in the state as local officials demand a full withdrawal.
A Department of Public Safety helicopter crashed near Flagstaff Wednesday night during an active shooting investigation. The suspect is in custody, but the condition of those aboard the aircraft remains unknown as multiple agencies respond.
Identity management leader Okta surpasses analyst expectations with strong forward guidance and reports early success in its AI agent business. However, the market's muted response highlights persistent concerns over its valuation and long-term growth trajectory amidst a challenging share price history.
Emerging from Chapter 11, Wolfspeed reports Q2 FY2026 results, highlighting a strategic pivot towards AI data centers, industrial energy, and aerospace while navigating near-term EV market softness. The company touts a strengthened balance sheet and progress in 300mm wafer technology.
As climate shocks, cyberattacks, and geopolitical tensions expose the fragility of lean global networks, a new class of foundational technology is enabling a fundamental shift from efficiency to engineered resilience.
The Hanover Insurance Group (THG) reported fourth-quarter earnings that surpassed analyst expectations on profit, despite a modest revenue miss. The company's focus on underwriting discipline and targeted growth in high-margin segments drove a positive market response.
The Trump administration will withdraw 700 ICE officers from Minnesota, citing improved collaboration with local authorities. The move, announced by Border Czar Tom Homan, signals a tactical shift and follows the sidelining of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, with whom Homan has a contentious history.
Facing declining engagement, Tinder is piloting an AI-driven feature called 'Chemistry' that analyzes user responses and photo libraries to curate matches, aiming to move beyond the endless swipe.
A political skirmish on social media between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton has erupted into deeply personal territory, with Cornyn's campaign invoking Paxton's divorce and past scandals in a bare-knuckled response to a primary challenge.
Facing soaring insurance costs and relentless storm threats, Louisiana is offering qualifying homeowners grants of up to $10,000 to fortify their roofs—a critical upgrade that's becoming a financial necessity in the Gulf Coast state.
Baxter International's Q3 2025 reveals a mixed financial picture, with earnings beating estimates but revenue falling short. The company slashes its dividend and grapples with prolonged safety holds on its Novum IQ infusion pumps, even as it launches a new product in the advanced wound closure market, leaving investors to weigh near-term risks against long-term strategy.
A relentless barrage of storms has brought Spain and Portugal to a crisis point, with critical infrastructure failing and thousands evacuated as rivers and reservoirs threaten catastrophic overflow.
