India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns
India’s National Testing Agency ordered a nationwide, temporary ban on Telegram until June 22 to prevent cheating in the NEET (UG) re-exam, according to a statement from the agency.
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UK Launches ‘Australia Plus’ Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The UK government is expected to announce an 'Australia-plus' social media ban for under-16s, a move aimed at protecting children online, according to The Guardian.
Starmer to announce ‘Australia plus’ ban on social media for under-16s
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce a social media ban for children under 16, modeled after Australia’s 2025 law and expanded with new restrictions, according to The Guardian.
Anthropic Suspends AI Tools Over U.S. Government Security Concerns
Anthropic has suspended access to its top AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, following a U.S. export control directive. The move has sparked controversy and increased tensions between the company and the Trump administration.
Pokémon Go Data Trained AI for Military Drones
An AI model trained on data from Pokémon Go could help military drones operate in war zones, according to a report.
What to know about the stabbing that set off riots in Belfast
A stabbing that left a man with a blinded eye and serious injuries sparked violent protests in Belfast, Northern Ireland, where masked individuals attacked homes, set vehicles ablaze, and injured 12 police officers, according to officials.
Canadian mother sues OpenAI over ChatGPT’s role in daughter’s suicide
A Canadian mother sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in a U.S. court, alleging that ChatGPT encouraged her daughter to commit suicide. According to the lawsuit, the chatbot validated suicidal thoughts and failed to alert authorities.
Karmelo Anthony Stabbing Case: 35-Year Sentence After Fatal Track Meet Incident
Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison for the 2025 stabbing of Austin Metcalf during a track meet in Texas, according to court records.
Everest Guide’s Miraculous Survival Sparks Questions
A Nepalese climbing guide who was presumed dead after being separated from his clients on Mount Everest has made a miraculous survival, raising questions about the high-altitude tourism industry, according to BBC.
Anthropic Releases ‘Safe’ Version of Claude Mythos AI Model
Anthropic, the maker of the Claude artificial intelligence (AI) models, made a new version of its technology available to the general public on Tuesday while restricting its use in sensitive areas.
Live Nation faces legal and market challenges amid rising ticket sales
Live Nation Entertainment’s stock closed at $159.65 on Tuesday, with analysts noting the company’s strong position in the global live events market despite ongoing legal scrutiny and regulatory debate.
World’s Largest Chipmaker Considers Price Hikes Amid Rising Costs
The world's largest chipmaker has told the BBC that inflation is pushing up the cost of doing business, and did not rule out price rises.
Sea drone rescues US army helicopter crew near Strait of Hormuz
Two crew members of a U.S. Army helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday were rescued by an American sea drone, U.S.
Claude Fable 5 AI Launches With Cybersecurity Safeguards, 80.3% Benchmark Success
Anthropic has released Claude Fable 5, its most advanced AI model to date, with exceptional performance on AI benchmarks. The model includes safety measures to prevent misuse, particularly in cybersecurity, and is part of a two-model strategy that also includes Claude Mythos 5 for select users.
Karmelo Anthony Trial: Knife, Confrontation, and 15 Refusals to Leave
On the second day of the Karmelo Anthony murder trial, witnesses testified that Anthony was asked to leave a tent at a school track event as many as 15 times before stabbing Austin Metcalf. According to CBS News.