M. John Harrison wins the Booker Prize for The End of Everything
UK author M. John Harrison won the Booker Prize on Monday for his enigmatic novel The End of Everything, which echoes concerns about artificial intelligence in a darkly satirical depiction of post-apocalyptic Britain. Ha
Renewables and Iran war help drive fall in global fossil fuel emissions
Increasing use of renewables and the Iran war contribute to a drop in emissions from burning oil, coal and gas, but there are questions as to how long the shift will last.
Nvidia scandal may test fragile US-China truce, experts say
The fallout from the Nvidia scandal may test the fragile truce between the US and China, analysts say, as calls in Washington grow to tighten semiconductor export controls just days before US President Donald Trump is du
U.K. writer M. John Harrison wins Booker for AI-tinged apocalyptic novel
M. John Harrison, 81, became the oldest winner of the award, which comes with a £50,000 ($67,000) prize
Europe needs Nvidia. It’ll take more than a spy scandal to change that.
Though the U.S. chipmaker's boss Jensen Huang may have been caught up in a Chinese espionage operation, Europe has no homegrown alternative to Nvidia.
Russia and Ukraine envoys to talk ceasefire monitoring and territory
The meeting marks a resumption of talks put on hold in February when the Trump administration's focus shifted to the Iran war.
Bruce Springsteen’s fan club shuts down because it can’t stop arguing politics and his endorsement of Abdul El-Sayed
Springsteen endorsed Michigan Democrat El-Sayed as ‘a fighter against the corrupt, lawless, and anti-American leadership currently in the White House’
Escaping Russia’s web: Central Asia is caught between Chinese networks and US tech curbs
Days after three Russian data centres were hit by Ukrainian drone attacks last month – paralysing taxi, delivery and payment apps across Central Asia – Tajikistan launched an internet link between its capital Dushanbe an
Immigrants Are Being Systematically Returned Home Despite Court Orders
Working with the Trump administration, foreign partners accept deportees, then ship them to nations where the U.S. itself would be prohibited from sending them.
FBI launches investigation into possible homicide on MSC cruise boat docked in Texas
The cruise operator confirmed authorities instructed the vessel to return to port following a guest incident on board
What to expect as Russia, Ukraine and the US hold trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi
Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia and the United States are set to meet in the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday for a new round of talks aimed at ending nearly five years of full-scale war triggered by
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump says Moscow and Kyiv showing ‘strong inclination’ to end war ahead of peace talks
Trump’s comments have come ahead of the trilateral peace negotiations between US, Ukraine and Russia
U.S. demands a seat for Europe at Ukraine peace talks
Donald Trump’s envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will press Russia to let Europe join future negotiations over the continent's security.
Saudi Arabia downs missiles fired at Riyadh after Houthi attack on pipeline
Saudi forces intercept two missiles fired towards Riyadh, hours after reporting damage to key East-West pipeline.
Beau Lamarre-Condon denies stalking Jesse Baird as double murder trial continues
Former police officer tells jury he joked about being ‘white girl crazy’ with friends as lawyer questions him over start of relationship with Baird Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Beau Lamarr
Trump says Iran war is 'effectively over' militarily with further strikes unlikely
The president says the US is keeping "status quo" with Iran but remains “locked and loaded” should the situation in the Middle East change.
Australia to introduce mandatory reporting after OpenAI hack to combat artificial intelligence ‘going rogue’
Government flags criminal law changes to ensure companies can’t argue in future ‘that someone didn’t know the computer was loaded’ OpenAI won’t face criminal penalties over the Medicare hack but the prime minister has fl
Students help develop helmet to encourage more cyclists to wear one
The nationwide helmet-wearing rate stood at just 24.4%, according to a National Police Agency survey released in September.
MTR station’s defective columns: what went wrong and who is at fault?
A scandal involving defective concrete columns and unauthorised repairs at a railway station under construction has sparked debate, with some experts attributing the structural gaps to unfinished work and others condemni
China uses military drones, heavy-lift and C909 planes in huge forest fire drill
Firefighters used military drones, heavy transport aircraft and seaplanes in a large-scale drill in southwest China on Monday, as part of efforts to bring the latest technologies into emergency response operations. The e
Poll finds Americans less likely to back pro-war candidates by 3-1 margin
Americans say the US should prioritise avoiding higher prices over achieving Trump's military goals in Iran.
Qantas to cut 850 Australian jobs and outsource work to India under AI-driven overhaul
Australian carrier announces agreement with Accenture amid ‘unprecedented’ technological disruption, CEO Vanessa Hudson says Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Qantas is preparing to cut 850 loc
In Hong Kong and beyond, employers need to rethink the career ladder
For decades, the rules of career success seemed straightforward. Work hard, impress your boss, get promoted and earn more. A bigger title was proof of progress, while turning down a promotion was often seen as a lack of
French officials blame Iran for refrigerator hacks and vow retaliation
A joint report issued by French spy and cyber agencies accused a cyber offensive unit tied to the Revolutionary Guard of being behind the campaign.
Odyssey cruise ship’s voyage ends in Singapore arrest after owner goes bust
A cruise ship left stranded in Southeast Asia after its US-based operator ran out of money has been arrested in Singapore, the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) said on Monday. The Odyssey, meant to take passengers on a
'Pretty much every Australian has exposure' as ASIC slams private credit sector
It's not for a lack of trying, but ASIC is furious with the private credit sector's seeming indifference toward to the regulator's attempt to crack down on poor lending practices.
France blames Iran for October supermarket cyberattack
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has blamed the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps for the cyberattack.
Trump signals ‘positive momentum’ with Iran after meeting Qatari PM
Trump says there is ‘positive momentum’ towards ending the war on Iran following a ceasefire proposal delivered by Qatar
Covert Russian network exploited French riots on social media, EU report says
A separate internal assessment found accounts linked to Israel and to the U.S. MAGA movement connected the riots to radical Islam and migration.
Nvidia shares slide as board probes CEO over affair with alleged Chinese spy
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is facing scrutiny after reports he was targeted in a suspected Chinese intelligence operation involving a businesswoman with whom he was having an affair. The controversy has rattled investors, s
Ukraine peace talks resume with 'some flexibility' by warring sides, US officials say
Kyiv, Washington and Moscow are all sending delegation to the United Arab Emirates for the first trilateral talks since February.
What these newly elected U.S. reps. think about tariffs on Canada
Several newly elected Democratic representatives are calling for an end to the U.S.-Canada trade war, citing concerns over rising living costs and job losses.
Iran war live: Iran demands US ‘surrender’ to its conditions
US President Donald Trump said the war was "effectively over" after meeting Qatar's prime minister in Washington, DC.
Trump, Rubio defend Hegseth as impeachment bid nears
President Trump has lashed out at efforts to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the US war on Iran.
New trilateral talks on Ukraine war in Abu Dhabi: What to expect?
Ukrainian and Russian representatives last met in February for talks on ending the war, but the same sticking points remain. Ukraine continues to demand security guarantees, which is a non-starter for Russia.
Trump tag-teams briefing room with UFC’s Dana White to field questions after bizarre job offer
Trump made a rare appearance at the White House briefing room lectern and introduced the MMA mogul a day after posting that he wanted him to be his next press secretary. He fielded questions on Pete Hegseth facing impeac
Trump backs Nvidia’s Huang over spy allegations, says Xi may raise case
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang had told him he did not know a woman at the centre of espionage allegations was a suspected Chinese spy, and that he believed the technolo
California half marathon investigated by police after dozens end up in the hospital
Roughly 7,500 people participated in the event, which spanned 13.1 miles along the Pacific Ocean
US Defense Secretary Hegseth faces expected impeachment vote this week
A Republican lawmaker moved Monday to impeach US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the war in Iran, setting up a potentially explosive vote in Congress days after President Donald Trump's party suffered a crushing midt
France blames Iran for cyberattack on supermarket fridges
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Monday accused Iran's Revolutionary Guards of being behind a recent cyberattack on French supermarket fridges, saying there would be consequences for the country.
After meeting Qatar PM, Trump calls Iran war ‘effectively over’ militarily
Iranian officials dismissed Trump's remarks as 'fake news' after he suggested keeping the 'status quo'.
France accuses Iran of cyber 'sabotage' in fridge attacks
France says Iranian military hackers took over refrigeration controllers at around 700 different retail sites last month, turning up temperatures in the middle of the night and spoiling millions of dollars' worth of food
Judge denies motion to dismiss Lindsay Clancy's murder case
The ruling means the case can move forward, possibly with reduced charges in a new trial.
Nvidia: honeypot may have been aimed at 'lobbying Jensen Huang to lobby the US government'
Nvidia and Chief Executive Jensen Huang were sued on Monday in a proposed class action accusing them of defrauding shareholders by concealing Huang's ties with a suspected Chinese spy. Speaking with FRANC
Trump says U.S. military action against Iran not necessary ‘at this point’
“At this point ... taking the military action doesn’t seem to be a very necessary thing. But we’re locked and loaded, ready to go for any reason that changes,” Mr. Trump said
Nvidia: honeypot may have been aimed at 'lobbying Jensen Huang to lobby the US government'
Nvidia and Chief Executive Jensen Huang were sued on Monday in a proposed class action accusing them of defrauding shareholders by concealing Huang's ties with a suspected Chinese spy. Speaking with FRANC
Hegseth accused of crimes and misconduct in impeachment effort
Hegseth is one of the most enthusiastic proponents of the Iran war, which spiked energy prices, fueled inflation and doomed Republicans in the midterms.
South Africa’s ANC suffers a historic setback in local elections as coalition talks begin
South Africa’s ruling ANC suffers its worst-ever local election results, securing just 30% of the vote, as coalition talks loom. Meanwhile, former Ugandan military intelligence officer Herbert Matanda Mabonga accuses the