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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman assured SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son that AI demand will surge, necessitating increased computing capacity. They discussed AI’s potential to create unforeseen jobs and robotics’ self-improvement loop, addressing Japanese business leaders on self-replicating innovation. SoftBank plans significant AI investment, aiming to deploy a billion AI agents and develop a dedicated operating system.

The Trump administration has frozen $108 million in federal funding for Duke Health, alleging systemic racial discrimination across its healthcare and academic systems. This action intensifies the administration’s crackdown on DEI programs, scrutinizing Duke’s Title VI compliance. The university faces potential permanent rescission of funds if found in violation, impacting its operations amid broader financial…

Lee Ji-eun, known as IU, is praised for her clear skin. Her skincare routine is simple and consistent. She focuses on gentle cleansing and hydration. IU uses vitamin C and niacinamide. Sunscreen is a daily essential for her. She exfoliates mildly and uses sheet masks. Her approach emphasizes less product and steady layering. The routine…

Tesla India has announced that individuals across India can now order Tesla cars directly from their website. Priority delivery will be given to registrations in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, and Gurugram. The Tesla Model Y has been launched in India, with prices starting at Rs 61 lakh. Tesla has also opened its first showroom in Mumbai,…

Betel leaves, a staple in Asian culture, offer significant health benefits due to their rich antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial compounds. Traditionally used for digestion and oral hygiene, modern science now supports their potential in regulating blood sugar, protecting vital organs, and aiding wound healing. These versatile leaves remain a symbol of wellness.

Experts at an IIT Bhubaneswar workshop emphasised the adoption of low-carbon building materials for a sustainable built environment in Odisha. They called for policies, research, and green entrepreneurship to accelerate this transition, highlighting the state’s rapid urban expansion and infrastructure goals. Officials stressed the responsibility of engineers and policymakers in ensuring environmentally sound growth and…

Los Angeles Unified School District, the nation’s second-largest, has achieved its highest test scores ever, marking a significant turnaround. Improvements span all grades and subjects, notably in disadvantaged schools. Superintendent Alberto Carvalho’s data-driven approach, including new curricula and teacher training, is credited for this broad-based progress, shifting the district towards renewal.

‘Very bad policies’: Donald Trump rules out G20 visit to South Africa; escalates criticism over land reform, white minority ‘genocide’ claim

A 26-year-old man died under suspicious circumstances in Hazaribag, with his wife alleging his in-laws killed him over dowry demands. His father claims he committed suicide after being insulted. Police, who were chased away trying to prevent cremation, are investigating the case as the family cremated the body against advice.