Chinese authorities have accused three US National Security Agency (NSA) agents of orchestrating cyberattacks on critical infrastructure during the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin. The alleged operatives, reportedly from the NSA's Office of Tailored Access Operations, targeted systems for information release, entry-exit management, and card payments.

A recent study challenges the notion of 'digital dementia,' finding that technology use among older adults is linked to a lower risk of cognitive decline. Analyzing data from over 411,000 adults, researchers discovered that using computers, smartphones, and the internet may offer cognitive benefits comparable to physical activity or maintaining healthy ...

The number of Japanese nationals living in the country saw a record year-on-year fall of 898,000 people to 120.3 million as of October 2024, official data showed Monday. It was the largest fall on record for Japanese nationals since the government began collecting comparable data in 1950, according to the internal affairs ministry.

Global diplomats and aid officials convene in London to address Sudan's escalating humanitarian crisis, stemming from a two-year conflict. The war has displaced millions and triggered famine. Hosted by several nations and organizations, the conference aims to provide relief, focusing on aid delivery. Despite the severity, neither the Sudanese government nor ...

Hamas has proposed releasing all Israeli hostages in exchange for a comprehensive prisoner swap, the end of the Gaza war, and the withdrawal of Israeli forces. A senior Hamas official blamed Israel for obstructing ceasefire progress. Efforts to establish a new truce have stalled due to disagreements over the number of hostages to be released, while Hamas ...

Former Malaysian prime minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, who promised reforms after taking over from his iron-fisted predecessor Mahathir Mohamad but was criticised for lacklustre leadership, has died, his family said. Affectionately known as "Pak Lah" or Uncle Lah, Abdullah became prime minister in 2003, succeeding Mahathir, the sharp-tongued authoritarian ...

Blue Origin's New Shepard capsule soared to space. It carried an all-women crew, including Katy Perry and others. The sub-orbital flight reached over 100 kilometers. The crew experienced weightlessness before a smooth landing in West Texas. This mission marks a milestone for women in space exploration. The capsule soared at three times the speed of sound.

Katy Perry joined an all-female Blue Origin spaceflight. Space tourism remains expensive. Blue Origin requests a $150,000 deposit. Seats have cost millions. Celebrities sometimes fly free. Virgin Galactic seats cost around $450,000. A SpaceX civilian mission cost $220 million. Space travel is currently for the wealthy. More private companies may lower costs ...

Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty to new federal sex trafficking and prostitution charges, as prosecutors expand the racketeering case against him. Accused of abusing and coercing women for two decades, Combs faces five criminal counts. The trial is set for May 5, but a delay is possible due to new evidence. Combs has been incarcerated since September ...

During a 5.2-magnitude earthquake in Southern California, a herd of African elephants at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park displayed remarkable protective behavior. Instinctively, the matriarchs, Ndlula, Umngani, and Khosi, formed a tight defensive huddle around the calves, Zuli and Mkhaya, as the ground trembled.

Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, was detained by ICE agents in March over alleged antisemitism. Ozturk describes the detention facility as inhumane, citing unsanitary conditions, inadequate medical care, and mistreatment, including a nurse forcibly removing her hijab. While the department of homeland Security claims she ...

Palestinian student Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University activist, was detained by immigration agents during his citizenship interview in Vermont. His arrest followed his vocal participation in anti-Israel protests, raising concerns about politically motivated targeting.

Gayle King and Katy Perry joined an all-female crew on Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket, marking the first such flight since 1963. The 10-minute journey, watched by celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Kris Jenner, reached above the Karman line. While celebrated by some, the space tourism venture faced criticism for its exclusivity and perceived lack of ...

The FTC initiated a high-stakes trial against Meta Platforms, alleging anti-competitive acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp to stifle competition. The FTC argues Meta's actions eliminated consumer alternatives and seeks to unwind the deals. Meta defends its acquisitions, calling the case weak and a deterrent to tech investment, while the trial's outcome ...

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck southern California near Julian, a town close to the US-Mexico border, originating at a depth of eight miles. The quake, followed by aftershocks, caused no immediate reports of injuries or damage. Southern California is seismically active due to its location on tectonic plate boundaries, having experienced major quakes like ...

A tragic shooting at 5th Avenue Park in Conway, Arkansas, has left two dead and nine injured. The Conway Police Department confirmed the incident, stating that the injured are in stable condition at local hospitals. The park, a popular recreational spot, was crowded when the violence erupted.

The House of Commons currently has 343 seats (each one representing a riding, or electoral district). Canadians dont vote directly for the Prime Ministerthey vote for their local MP. The party that wins the most seats typically forms the government. If they win 172 or more, thats a majority. Anything less, and its a minority government, requiring ...

Marco Rubio explained in his opinion piece for Fox News that once a visa is granted, it is not forever. The US government's rigorous security vetting does not end once a visa is granted. And evert US visa holder should know this, Marco Rubio said. "Working together with DHS and other law-enforcement and security agencies, we continuously monitor and review ...

Karena Groff, the 2022 NCAA Woman of the Year and former MIT soccer player, tragically died in a plane crash in upstate New York along with six others, including her family and boyfriend. They were en route to the Catskills to celebrate her 25th birthday and Passover when the twin-engine plane crashed after the pilot reported a missed approach.