Israel aims to lead AI development, not just use it, says national AI chief
Israel’s national AI chief has set out an ambitious strategy to position the country as a technology innovator rather than merely a consumer of artificial intelligence. Lieutenant Colonel Erez Askel, who heads the country’s AI authority, outlined plans to accelerate Israel’s capabilities in the field during a keynote address at the Eli Horowitz conference, marking […]
Bar-Ilan University launches elite artificial intelligence degree programme
Bar-Ilan University in Ramat Gan has unveiled a new undergraduate programme in computational artificial intelligence under its computer science department. The initiative comes as artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries and influence almost every aspect of modern life. The specialised degree is designed to equip students with practical tools and theoretical knowledge in one of […]
US Christian Leaders Grapple with UFO Debate: Aliens or Demons?
American clergy members have convened to discuss the theological implications of potential extraterrestrial life, sparking intense debate within conservative Christian circles. The gathering reflects growing concerns among traditionalist believers about what the discovery of alien life might mean for Christian doctrine and biblical teaching. Conservative evangelical leaders are increasingly troubled by the possibility that unidentified […]
Israel’s Tech Sector in Paradox: Record Growth Amid Mass Layoffs
Israel’s innovation authority has highlighted a curious contradiction at the heart of the country’s tech sector: whilst new data shows record-breaking performance and growth, the industry is simultaneously experiencing significant job cuts. Dror Bin, chief executive of the Israel Innovation Authority, acknowledged this tension in an interview, stating that despite impressive headline figures in a […]
Iran Restores Internet After Record 88-Day Blackout
Iran’s government has begun restoring internet access to its citizens after implementing a near-total shutdown that lasted 88 days, the longest internet blackout by any country in recorded history. The sweeping disconnection was imposed in February following widespread unrest, referred to locally as the “Mahsa” protests, and was maintained even after a ceasefire was announced. […]
Drone spectacle disaster: 89 aircraft crash during Sydney festival display
A major drone festival in Sydney descended into chaos when dozens of unmanned aircraft plummeted to the ground during what was meant to be a spectacular aerial show. Approximately 89 drones crashed in rapid succession during the event, which had been planned to feature a coordinated display of 1,000 aircraft. Witnesses reported hearing the devices […]
Twenty dead in bus crashes this year—but technology could prevent most, experts say
Israel has recorded 20 deaths in bus-related accidents so far in 2026, according to police data, as the country grapples with a severe shortage of around 5,000 bus drivers. The driver shortage has forced public transport operators to reduce service frequency on many routes, whilst existing drivers are increasingly operating under stress, leading to impatient […]
Huawei charts ambitious chip-making path despite US sanctions squeeze
Chinese technology giant Huawei has announced plans to develop advanced semiconductors with transistor densities equivalent to 1.4-nanometre manufacturing processes by 2031, despite facing severe restrictions from American sanctions. The company made the announcement on Monday, signalling its determination to push forward with semiconductor development even as US restrictions have made it increasingly difficult for China […]
Your workplace just got disrupted: why AI has already replaced you without telling you
Professionals across every sector are quietly using artificial intelligence to do their jobs — and most aren’t advertising it. Lawyers are consulting ChatGPT before sending you emails. Accountants are running numbers through Copilot. Doctors are using AI to help diagnose conditions. The uncomfortable truth is that we’ve already entered an era where people are paying […]
Ancient engineering marvel: How the Great Pyramid was built to survive earthquakes for 4,600 years
A remarkable archaeological discovery has revealed that Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza was engineered with sophisticated earthquake-resistant design features that have allowed it to withstand seismic activity for nearly five millennia. Researchers have found that the ancient builders employed innovative structural solutions that prevented the monument from collapsing during thousands of years of ground tremors […]