Trump expects Iran talks next week after rejecting seven-day truce proposal

OpenAI scraps rollout of new model over safety concerns

OpenAI also issued an update on incidents in which its models accessed Australian government systems.

Sign before praying: A new conversion law is affecting churchgoers in Indian state

A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.

US prosecutors reopen case of alleged gang rape at Cornell University

It comes after the woman filed a civil lawsuit alleging she was drugged and raped at a fraternity house in 2024.

Trump Says US Will Win Iran War 'Very Soon', Inflation Will Be 'Eradicated' Once It Ends

Trump said US officials had spoken with mediators seeking to end the conflict, but gave no details about the discussions.

US prosecutors reopen Cornell university gang rape investigation

US prosecutors reopened an investigation on Monday into an alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell University after the woman involved accused the school of failing to punish those responsible adequately. In a lawsuit, she said seven Chi Phi fraternity members drugged her with ketamine and assaulted her. Cornell closed the fraternity and expelled several students.

French student protests fuel political clash ahead of 2027 Presidential vote

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon traded barbs on Monday over high school students blockading classes to demand more resources. The students cite teacher shortages, deteriorating schools and heavy schedules. The dispute comes ahead of next spring’s presidential election, amid mounting pressure over France’s finances.

Anthropic's path from AI startup to industry-defining IPO

Journalist to be crowned king in Uganda after bitter succession dispute

Kijanangoma is being crowned amid a dispute over a young heir whom the royal clan does not recognise.

Hurricane Polo unleashes threatening winds as it approaches Mexico

The category-three storm is expected to make landfall of north of Cabo San Lucas, a popular tourist area, on the Mexican peninsula of Baja California Sur.

Singapore gears up for F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2026 with after-parties and race weekend brunches

Singapore is shifting into high gear for the 2026 F1 weekend. Whether you’re heading to a glamorous party or going from brunch to after-hours, these are the venues worth checking out.

Australia's Megaport wins $687 million AI infrastructure deals, raises 2027 earnings forecast

India's Essar To Build $18B Steel Plant In US, Trump Calls It 'Largest' In American History

Trump announced the project at the White House on Tuesday, saying the facility in Iowa would produce up to 10 million tonnes of steel a year.