Explosion kills 5 at South Korean aerospace plant

Nvidia announces RTX Spark as ‘the most efficient PC chip ever built’

This fall, Nvidia will officially become a consumer PC chipmaker like Intel, AMD, Apple, and Qualcomm, putting a complete computing chip - not just graphics - into the very heart of laptops and mini-PCs. After many months of leaks, it's finally announcing the RTX Spark, the

This is the Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra with Nvidia RTX Spark

Once upon a time, Microsoft had to write off $900 million betting an Arm-based Nvidia chip could power its first flagship Windows portable, the original Microsoft Surface. But today, it's trying again. Microsoft and Nvidia have just announced the Surface Laptop Ultra, a

US says it struck Iranian military sites, Tehran responds with air base attack

By Yomna Ehab DUBAI, June 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. said it struck Iranian military sites at the weekend and Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Monday it had targeted a U.S. base in response, the latest in a series of exchangesamid negotiations to end the three-month-old war. The

Not just for AI agents: Nvidia's RTX Spark means Arm-powered laptops for gamers, too, promising 100 fps at 1440p in the latest games

"The most efficient PC chip ever built."

Somali piracy making a comeback on waves of Iran war

On the evening of April 26, the Egyptian merchant vessel Sward was hijacked by armed men a few miles off the Somali coast. It was steered towards an anchorage near the port of Garacad in Puntland, a semi-autonomous state in north-eastern Somalia. Over the following days,

A bachelor's in rare earths? In China, there are schools for that

June 1 - Every year, several hundred young adults head to the steppes of northern China to learn about rare earths at schools like the Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology.

‘Euphoria’ Officially Ending With Season 3, HBO Confirms

After seven years, three seasons and 26 episodes, “Euphoria” is officially over. Sam Levinson — the HBO show’s creator, writer and director — made the announcement on Popcast, New York Times’ music podcast, speaking with its hosts Joe Coscarelli and Jon Caramanica. HBO also

US launches weekend strikes on Iran as Trump reportedly tightens framework of draft deal

Any tweaks to the draft could further delay an agreement to formally end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz after weeks of fraught negotiations marked by sharp rhetoric and occasional flare-ups of violence.

Indian PM Modi hosts sanctioned Myanmar leader to build relations

It marks the former junta chief's first foreign trip since becoming president after a widely criticised election.

John Oliver Goes Off on Trump’s Freedom 250 Concert Debacle

Like his fellow HBO host Bill Maher, John Oliver dedicated the opening portion of his hit show “Last Week Tonight” with a takedown of President Trump’s Freedom 250 concert series celebrating America’s 250th birthday that initially boasted a lineup of not-so-relevant acts like

Nostalgia over Beaufort masks Lebanon war's hard questions

Israeli media and officials hailed the IDF flag over Beaufort Castle, but the symbolism obscured harder questions about the Lebanon campaign: what it achieves strategically, what was learned from past operations, and how Hezbollah's evolving drone threat continues to inflict

Africa: Dangote Group Named Africa's Most Admired Brand for 8th Consecutive Year

[This Day] Industrial, Social Impact, Development Rankings -- Peter Uzoho

Poland's controversial 'Highway to Hel' 666 bus revived

Poland's seaside resort called Hel is getting its 666 bus service back, despite earlier opposition from Christian groups.

Africa: AU Observer Mission Chief Kenyatta Engages African Diplomatic Corps As Ethiopia Prepares for Tomorrow's Vote

[ENA] Addis Ababa, May 31, 2026 --Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, who is leading the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM), met today with representatives of the African Diplomatic Corps in Addis Ababa as Ethiopia prepares for its seventh general election

Shanghai Film Festival Unveils Competition Section Packed With World Premieres

Tony Leung Chiu-wai heads the main competition jury for the 28th edition of China's premier cinema event, running June 12-21.

Trump’s Abraham Accords push tangles Iran peace try

President Donald Trump’s latest attempt to end the war with Iran has taken an unexpected turn. Instead of focusing only on a ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear program, Trump now appears to be linking any broader peace settlement to Arab and

Trump ally and leftist candidate head for runoff in Colombia's presidential election

The right-wing Abelardo de la Espriella, an admirer of Donald Trump, came first in the vote, followed closely by left-wing senator Iván Cepeda, backed by current president Gustavo Petro.

Tearful Mike Myers Thanks Canada For Hollywood Career: “I’d Just Really Be Nothing Without You”

The ‘Austin Powers’ star spoke at the Canadian Screen Awards dominated by the gay hockey drama ‘Heated Rivalry’ and the Inuk comedy ‘North of North.’

Australia’s far-right party leads in national poll for first time

Primary support for One Nation rose four percentage points to 31 per cent from a month earlier.

Australia's far-right party leads in national poll for first time

SYDNEY, June 1 - Australia's far-right populist party One Nation overtook the ruling Labor party in a national opinion poll for the first time, buoyed by voter discontent over the centre-left government's recent budget measures.

Pence questions Trump’s conservative credentials and ‘hostility to constitutional order’

Former Vice President Mike Pence on Sunday shared grievances with President Trump for abandoning his conservative base for populist ideals. In a recent Wall Street Journal op-ed, Pence notes a shift in Trump’s tone and rhetoric that now focuses on widespread reform in the form

China patrols waters east of Taiwan in response to Japan, Philippine maritime border talks

BEIJING, June 1 - China's Coast Guard on Monday said it had conducted \"law enforcement\" patrols in Taiwan's eastern waters in response to Japan and the Philippines' plans to launch maritime border delimitation talks, which overlap with areas China claims.

At least 5 killed in explosion at Hanwha Aerospace facility in South Korea

Authorities said they received 30 calls reporting a loud blast and smoke coming from the site.

Africa: UN Honours Blue Helmets and Calls for Renewed Investment in Peace

[UN News] Peacekeepers are serving in a dangerous era of mounting global tensions and tight resources. UN chief António Guterres is now calling for greater political backing and reliable financial support for 'blue helmets' who put themselves in harm's way.

Africa: HIV in South Africa - Why Rolling Out a Groundbreaking New Shot Will Miss a Critical Group of Men

[The Conversation Africa] The first shipment of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable that prevents HIV with two shots a year, arrived in South Africa from the United States in early April 2026. Clinical trials showed close to 100% efficacy. The rollout, expected to begin in

Africa: Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Cases More Than Doubled in 2025, UN Warns

[UN News] Nearly 10,000 cases of conflict-related sexual violence were recorded worldwide last year - more than double the previous year's figure - as rape, sexual slavery and abduction were deployed as weapons of war across Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Caribbean.

‘AI simply can’t replicate it’: Japan embraces the zine trend

DIY publications including zines are growing in Japan, especially among the younger generation.

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Breaks Down ‘Euphoria’ Finale, From Alamo vs. Rue to That Final Showdown: ‘He Enjoys the Chess Game of Death’

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “In God We Trust,” the Season 3 finale of “Euphoria,” now streaming on HBO Max. Alamo Brown lives up to his name in the Season 3 finale of “Euphoria.” After fighting off enemies from all sides — from the DEA to a Nazi drug gang to

US pushes Lebanon and Israel on new ceasefire plan, official says

May 31 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spoken with both Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the diplomatic negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, a U.S. official said on Sunday. The U.S. has proposed that as a

‘Euphoria’ Finale: Colman Domingo Goes Deep on Ali’s Journey With Rue, Revenge and His ‘Christ on the Cross Moment’

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “In God We Trust,” the Season 3 finale of “Euphoria,” now streaming on HBO Max. It all ends with Ali. Played by Colman Domingo, Ali has been a constant source of light in “Euphoria,” despite only appearing in 11 of the HBO series’

‘Euphoria’ Finale Recap: [SPOILER] Dies, [SPOILER] Takes Revenge and Cassie Doubles Down on OnlyFans

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “In God We Trust,” the Season 3 finale of “Euphoria,” now streaming on HBO Max. Rue Bennett is gone. But to those whose lives she touched, she’s vividly present. That’s among the takeaways from the Season 3 finale of “Euphoria,”

Philippines, Vietnam elevate ties to enhanced strategic partnership

MANILA, June 1 - The Philippines and Vietnam are elevating their ties to an enhanced strategic partnership, President Ferdinand Marcos said on Monday during a state visit by Vietnam's top leader To Lam to Manila.

China’s factory activity beats forecasts in May, private survey shows, despite softer official data

China’s manufacturing activity expanded faster than expected in May, according to a private survey released Monday, although growth slowed from April.

Indian exam board admits to cybersecurity holes found by teen

The board said it is monitoring and has contained vulnerabilities in its online grading portal.

Colombia presidential runoff pits leftist senator against pro-Trump rival

Left-wing senator Iván Cepeda will face Trump admirer Abelardo de la Espriella at the final ballot on 21 June.

Paxton set to meet with Thune after Cornyn loss

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) on Sunday said he will meet with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R) after winning the GOP runoff to replace incumbent Sen. John Cornyn. Since beating Cornyn, a four-term incumbent, Paxton says he’s been in contact with Thune, Senate

Grammy-winning director explores his Nigerian grandfather's role in the Biafran war

Filmmaker Meji Alabi directs a landmark BBC Africa Eye documentary about Nigeria's civil war.

Steam Week in Review: 4 Backrooms games released on Steam last week, joining a list of over 500 cash-ins, parodies and legitimate contenders

All the interesting Steam facts for the week ending May 30.

Over 150 evacuated from Lotte store in Busan after part of ceiling collapses

Part of the first basement floor ceiling collapsed, sending water pouring onto the floor.

Macron says opportunity for US, Iran deal ‘must be seized now’

French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday urged leaders in the Middle East to help the U.S. and Iran seize the opportunity for a peace deal after months of war resulting in the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Macron said he met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman,

Put a £5 deposit on vapes to stop littering, say waste companies

The industry body for waste companies says a refundable deposit would help boost vape recycling, but others disagree.

Biopolymer-based hydrogel formulations for improved seed coating performance

As climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity place growing pressure on agriculture, scientists are looking for new ways to help crops germinate and grow more efficiently while reducing environmental impact. A new study involving researchers from Nazarbayev

A year of grief and waiting: What remains when a plane falls from the sky

A year after the Air India crash, a mother still speaks about her dead son in the present tense and a brother waits for answers.

Berkshire Hathaway makes $6.8 billion housing bet with Taylor Morrison deal

The acquisition marks one of the first major strategic deals under Warren Buffett's successor Greg Abel, who took over as CEO in the beginning of 2026.