Investigating claim Pope Leo XIV used AI to write encyclical about dangers of AI
Some evidence allegedly shows Vatican officials — not necessarily the pope — possibly used AI to publish Leo’s first encyclical. Here’s what we know.
Beans use an immune receptor to call in airstrikes on caterpillars
For decades, scientists have understood that plants can release volatile organic compounds—essentially airborne chemical signals—to attract the natural enemies of the things that eat them
Was Treasury official fired for opposing $250 bill featuring Trump’s face?
It’s unclear why the director of the printing bureau stepped down. Reportedly, it wasn’t by choice.
How long will it take to rebuild Blue Origin’s launch pad? We asked some SpaceX vets.
A former NASA engineer named John Muratore sat on console as launch director in early September 2016 as propellant flowed onto a Falcon 9 rocket
Did Trump White House orchestrate rise of Nick Shirley? What we know
The independent journalist told Snopes the Trump administration had never funded his work.
European Union Outlines Plan to Reduce Dependence on American Tech
The 27-nation European Union outlined how it hopes to expand the region’s data centers, semiconductors and cloud computing capabilities.
Suno raises at a $5.4bn valuation, more than doubling its worth in six months
Eighteen months ago Suno was the AI company the music industry wanted to destroy. Every major record label had sued it, accusing it of training
Lovable makes Google Cloud a primary partner to win over corporate buyers
The Swedish app-builder, processing a million new projects a week, is making Google Cloud a primary partner, with Gemini models and a security layer aimed
Why is France so invested in the future of Lebanon?
Analysts say France is hoping to reassert its diminishing influence in the region.
Kuwait and Bahrain attacked as Iran launches missile and drone barrage
Kuwait and Bahrain attacked as Iran launches missile and drone barrage
Is Asia facing a new currency crisis?
A stronger dollar, higher energy costs and market uncertainty are putting pressure on currencies across Asia.
The Revolutionary War’s chief villain is being rehabilitated — just in time for America’s 250th
Britain’s King George III is getting a makeover as America approaches its 250th birthday
GOP Rep. Andy Ogles deletes homophobic social media post, blames staffer
Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., deleted a homophobic comment he posted from his official congressional X account on Tuesday and blamed a staffer for posting it
’60 Minutes’ Correspondent Scott Pelley Fired From CBS
Veteran “60 Minutes” correspondent Scott Pelley has been terminated just one day after a fiery meeting with leadership. Pelley had clashed with the show’s controversial