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Nick Bilton, New ‘60 Minutes’ Chief, Pledges Independence
Nick Bilton said he had consulted with the program’s remaining correspondents: Lesley Stahl, Jon Wertheim and Bill Whitaker. All three were deliberating whether to stay with the show, two people said.
Steven Spielberg believes we will discover aliens in our lifetime
Spielberg's new film imagines what might happen if the existence of non-human intelligence was revealed to the world.
Burnham says he would seek to enter any Labour leadership contest
The Greater Manchester Mayor would need to win the by-election in Makerfield to be a possible candidate.
What to Know About the Arrest of ICE Protesters at Delaney Hall in New Jersey
At least 90 people have been arrested during turbulent protests outside the Delaney Hall immigrant detention center in New Jersey over the past two weeks.
AI needs a 'brake pedal', warns Anthropic co-founder
Jack Clark tells BBC's Newsnight AI could get to the point where it develops without human input.
As Trump Toughens Rules on Cuba’s Economy, Hotel Chains Withdraw
The Trump administration’s efforts to tighten the economic noose on Cuba appear to be working, as more international firms announced they would leave the island.
Conflict over identity politics could lead to civil war in long term, says Badenoch
In an interview for a BBC Radio 4 documentary, England's Identity Crisis, the Conservative leader warned of rising tensions as groups on the left and the right.
Filtr is a new privacy tool that blocks ads in almost every iPhone and Mac app
This popular ad blocker app for iPhones, iPads, and Macs can now block ads from loading inside apps, including web browsers, thanks to a new feature in the latest Apple software.
Trump’s Fraud Claims in California Could Undermine Confidence in November Result
The president is claiming without evidence that the lengthy counting process in California, which could help determine control of Congress, means Democrats are stealing the election.
Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors say
Zeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.
Defense tech, AI, and fundraising take center stage at StrictlyVC Los Angeles on June 18
On Thursday, June 18, at The Aerospace Corporation Campus, investors, founders, and tech leaders will gather for an evening of conversation exploring some of the most consequential shifts taking place across venture capital, defense technology, artificial intelligence, and advanc
Wall Street Is Going Gaga for SpaceX
Jamie Dimon himself is planning to pitch investors on the offering of Elon Musk’s rocket company, as banks prepare to reap huge fees from the largest I.P.O. ever.
Caudery and Hunter Bell win at Rome Diamond League
World indoor champions Molly Caudery and Georgia Hunter Bell triumph in the pole vault and 1500m at the Diamond League meeting in Rome.
Berkshire Taylor Morrison deal puts vertical integration in focus
Berkshire Hathaway’s planned acquisition of Taylor Morrison has opened the door for us to explore a set of uber-themed questions: about homebuilders’ present and future valuations, leadership and scale, and to the question that public homebuilder boards may now be asking: whether
Startup Battlefield is returning to Australia — here’s what happened the last time we came to Sydney
On August 19, Startup Battlefield is returning to Sydney in partnership with Stripe, one of the world's most iconic technology companies. We're taking over Stripe Tour Sydney for a night that the Australian startup ecosystem won't forget.
STAT+: Drug companies, patient groups urge FDA to pause commissioner’s voucher program
The White House has used the program to reward companies that help its political goals.
Celtic fan groups state opposition to Keane
Several Celtic supporters clubs put their names to a statement opposing the potential appointment of Robbie Keane as manager because of the Irishman's previous role as Maccabi Tel Aviv head coach.
Hezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon
The United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.
Several Women Who Dated Graham Platner Recall ‘Unsettling’ Behavior
The Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine could be charming, women said in interviews, but some found his actions intimidating and disturbing.
Ten years after: Schaefer Homes revs up its engines for growth
Schaefer Homes increased sales 68.3% to 31 homes in 2025, while building a 14-person team and tightening operations for growth
What RevMed’s pancreatic cancer drug meant for one patient
Why did a presentation on Revolution Medicines' pancreatic cancer drug get a standing ovation? Why did biotech stocks perform so badly this week? Find out on "The Readout LOUD."
How shock French Open finalist's tiny tattoo gives meaning to big run
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska is one win away from an unthinkable French Open title after coming through the darkest period of her life.
Kennedy Center Tells Staff to Immediately Remove Trump’s Name From Documents
The center’s general counsel also said that a federal judge’s order meant the president’s name must be taken off outdoor and indoor signage by June 12.
STAT+: Otsuka kidney drug slowed loss of function, but less than expected, in late-stage trial
Otsuka’s Voyxact slowed the loss of kidney function after one year in patients with a chronic autoimmune kidney disease, but the benefit was less than expected.
Henry Nowak deserves legacy that goes beyond tragedy, says PM
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer met the family of Henry Nowak at 10 Downing Street.
Kate hugs mum ringing 'end of cancer treatment' bell
The Princess of Wales encourages an emotional cancer patient at The Christie by saying "you can do it!"
Meta steals a tactic from Tesla and builds data centers in tents
Meta may have found one way to slash its massive data center bill: tents.
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