Meet the 2025 Nobel laureates in Physics: Where they studied and how their research shaped quantum science

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics honours John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis for revealing quantum phenomena in everyday circuits. Their experiments demonstrated quantum tunnelling and energy quantisation in systems large enough to hold, bridging the microscopic and macroscopic worlds. This groundbreaking work paved the way for modern quantum computing.

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Google has less than two weeks to change US Supreme Court’s ‘damaging decision’ on Android’s Play Store

The Supreme Court has denied Google’s request to delay antitrust reforms for its Play Store, mandating compliance by October 22. This ruling, stemming from Epic Games’ victory, will allow developers to offer alternative payment methods and external app downloads, potentially altering how Android users acquire apps and make purchases.

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Chonuri beauty pageant: Thai buffaloes steal the show; crowds pose for pictures

Thailand’s Water Buffalo Racing Festival in Chonburi celebrates the nation’s majestic buffaloes, transforming them from farm workhorses into pampered stars. The event features races and beauty pageants, highlighting the animals’ physique and grooming. This tradition preserves the bond between farmers and buffaloes, ensuring their continued relevance and pride in modern Thailand, with some prized animals…

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Women’s ODI batting rankings: Smriti Mandhana holds top spot; no other Indian batter in top 15

Smriti Mandhana continues to dominate the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings, holding her No.1 position despite strong performances from rivals at the World Cup. While others like Tazmin Brits and Ash Gardner have climbed significantly, Mandhana’s consistent form ensures her lead remains intact. England’s Sophie Ecclestone leads the bowling charts.

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Jony Ive criticises the smartphones he designed, sees collaboration with OpenAI as his chance for redemption

Jony Ive, Apple’s former chief designer, criticized current smartphones and tablets as “obscene understatements” of discomfort. He is now collaborating with OpenAI to develop new AI-powered devices focused on emotional wellbeing and happiness, rather than just efficiency. His team has explored 15-20 concepts for these potentially screenless devices.

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