‘Reset ties with India now’: US lawmakers write to Trump; flag closeness with China, Russia

US lawmakers have urged President Trump to mend ties with India, warning that tariffs have pushed New Delhi closer to China and Russia. They highlighted the negative consequences for both nations, emphasizing India’s crucial role in the Indo-Pacific and as a counterweight to China. The lawmakers stressed that tariffs harm American manufacturers and consumers, jeopardizing…

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C.J. Stroud injury update: Insider breaks silence on Texans QB’s health struggles as his return timeline remains unclear

Houston Texans’ star quarterback C.J. Stroud is still experiencing concussion symptoms and remains in NFL protocol, ruling him out for Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans. This marks his second consecutive missed game, with backup Davis Mills preparing to start again. Head coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed Stroud, along with Tytus and Jalen, are progressing through…

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Microsoft creates AI-powered ‘self-defending software’: What is it and how it works

Microsoft has unveiled Project Ire, an AI system capable of autonomously reverse-engineering and identifying malicious software, a task typically handled by security experts. Unlike traditional tools, Ire deeply analyzes software files, even without prior knowledge. In tests, it accurately created threat reports, blocking advanced malware with 98% accuracy and a low false positive rate.

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McMahon: DOE shutdown proves states can lead K-12 and HE without federal micromanagement

US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said the recent DOE shutdown showed federal micromanagement is largely unnecessary, empowering states to oversee K-12 and higher education programmes. In USA Today, she noted that schools continued operating, teachers were paid, and student activities were unaffected. McMahon highlighted ongoing state-led reforms, Title I funding flexibilities, higher education funding…

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