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Academy Announces AI-Generated Acting and Writing Excluded from Oscars Eligibility

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences excludes AI-generated acting and writing from Oscar eligibility, emphasizing human authorship. The policy, announced May 2, 2026, sparks debate over AI's role in creativity, balancing innovation with traditional artistry.
World

US to cut 5,000 troops in Germany amid Trump-Merz tensions

US cuts 5,000 troops in Germany amid Trump-Merz tensions, shifting focus to Indo-Pacific. Move reflects strategic realignment and criticism of Germany's Iran stance, raising questions about NATO cohesion and regional security.
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UK Raises Terror Threat to Severe After Golders Green Attack

UK raises terror threat to severe after Golders Green attack, sparking debates over politicized security frameworks and rising antisemitism. Experts question the system's reliability as officials cite broader Islamist and far-right threats.
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20,000 sailors stranded in Gulf near Hormuz Strait

Over 20,000 sailors, including U.S., Indian, and Chinese nationals, are stranded in the Persian Gulf near the Hormuz Strait due to ongoing hostilities, disrupting global oil flows and testing international coordination efforts. The U.N. warns of escalating humanitarian and economic risks as tensions persist.
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Comey Surrenders to Face Charges Over Instagram Post Alleged to Threaten Trump’s Life

Former FBI Director James Comey surrendered to face charges over an Instagram post allegedly threatening President Trump’s life. Prosecutors claim the 2025 seashell image, spelling '86 47,' constituted a threat using slang for 'get rid of,' sparking legal debates on free speech and political intent.
Science & Education

AI Drives Breakthroughs in Antibiotic Resistance Diagnostics and Drug Discovery

AI is revolutionizing antimicrobial resistance combat by accelerating diagnostics and drug discovery, with tools like NHS-DeepMind systems cutting resistance detection to hours. New antibiotics targeting resistant strains show promise, but clinical approval and economic models remain hurdles in translating AI innovations into global health solutions.
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Two Jewish men stabbed in London; police declare terrorist incident after suspect arrested

Two Jewish men stabbed in London, police label attack as terrorism after suspect arrested. Rising antisemitism and political tensions underscore challenges in addressing extremism and community safety.
Business

Elon Musk Sues OpenAI Over Nonprofit Breach in Trial Day 3

Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI enters its third day, focusing on alleged breach of nonprofit obligations by transitioning to for-profit status. Musk claims OpenAI misused his $38M donation for commercial gains, while the court assesses liability and remedies in a case with broader implications for AI governance and nonprofit accountability.
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U.S. Charges Mexican Officials, Including Sinaloa Governor, in Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

U.S. authorities indicted Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya and nine Mexican officials for drug trafficking ties to the Sinaloa cartel, including its *Los Chapitos* faction. Charges risk life sentences, intensifying U.S.-Mexico tensions over corruption and cartel influence under President Trump’s hardline policies.
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British Somali National Stabbed Two Jewish Men in London, Authorities Declare Terrorist Incident

A British Somali national stabbed two Jewish men in London’s Golders Green, authorities declared a terrorist attack, citing the suspect’s history of violence and mental health issues amid rising antisemitism linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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David Lammy Presses JD Vance on Migration Concerns After Henry Nowak’s Murder

British Deputy PM David Lammy directly rebuked U.S. Vice President JD Vance, denying a link between migrant influx and Henry Nowak’s murder, as the case sparked transatlantic tensions. Lammy defended Britain’s justice system and rejected Vance’s claims, while the Nowak family urged against politicizing their son’s death.
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Crypto Markets Bleed in a Massive Drop Since FTX

Crypto markets plunged $390B, marking the worst weekly drop since FTX, as AI gains and macro shocks drive selloff. Bitcoin and Ether hit 17.3% and 22% declines, with corporate Bitcoin sales and ETF outflows amplifying the downturn.
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Two Roads to a Trillion: Anthropic and OpenAI Sprint to IPO With Opposite Strategies

Anthropic's efficiency-driven AI strategy, fueled by $47B annual revenue and $559M Q2 profit, positions it ahead of OpenAI's projected $14B loss in 2026, as the firm races to IPO before its rival. The race highlights a clash between capital-heavy scaling and cost-conscious innovation in the AI sector.
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Deal on Paper, Death in Practice: 6,000 Oleshky Civilians Starving as Evacuation Goes Nowhere

Starvation grips Oleshky, where 6,000 civilians face famine as a stalled evacuation deal leaves them trapped. Russia’s blockade, drone strikes, and denied aid have turned the city into a death trap, with over 300 deaths reported. Volunteer efforts and international appeals highlight a worsening humanitarian crisis.