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Tech News

Dictionary sues OpenAI for using copyrighted materials to train AI

Merriam-Webster claims OpenAI used approximately 100,000 articles, encyclopedia and dictionary entries to train ChatGPT without authorisation.

19/03/2026

Economy

Fed projects one rate cut, sees limited Iran war impact

Federal Reserve officials say the war in Iran is likely to push up inflation this year, while having little impact on economic growth.

18/03/2026

Tech News

Meta to end encrypted private messaging on Instagram

End-to-end encryption is a way of sending messages to the intended recipients without anyone else, including tech companies, being able to read them.

18/03/2026

Tech News

AI firms are hiring weapons experts to prevent ‘catastrophic misuse’

Anthropic and OpenAI are recruiting experts on chemicals and explosions to build safety guardrails for their AI systems.

18/03/2026

Travel News

Apply now to be a ‘room service critic’ or a ‘hotel robe researcher’

Winners of the competition will receive a €4,300 gift card to cover a stay at their dream property for a review.

18/03/2026

Economy

Moody's says US recession increasingly 'hard to avoid' amid Iran war

Moody’s Analytics model forecasts a 49% chance of a US recession in the next 12 months, the closest probability in years.

18/03/2026

Economy

Federal Reserve not likely to cut rates as Iran war stokes inflation

The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady and may signal it will not cut rates at all this year as the Iran war complicates the central bank's inflation outlook.

18/03/2026

USA

Watch: Meteor streaks across Ohio sky, NASA confirms

A meteor streaking across the sky over Ohio triggered a loud boom that shook homes and startled residents. NASA confirmed the event, while sightings of the bright fireball were reported across several states.

18/03/2026

Destinations

These are the most popular National Parks in the United States

The Great Smoky Mountains retained its position as the country’s most visited national park in 2025.

18/03/2026

USA

Top US counter-terrorism official Joe Kent resigns over Iran war

As head of the National Counterterrorism Center, Kent was in charge of an agency tasked with analysing and detecting terrorist threats.

17/03/2026

Tech News

From AI agents to space: Highlights from Nvidia’s GTC keynote

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang spoke for almost three hours in California, unveiling a series of new softwares from his company that will bring autonomous AI to businesses, space and robotaxis.

17/03/2026

Business

Nvidia forecasts $1tn in AI-driven orders by 2027

Chief executive Jensen Huang says surging demand for artificial intelligence tools could drive Nvidia’s sales towards $1tn within two years.

17/03/2026

USA

Trump vows to 'take' Cuba as US oil embargo triggers power collapse

Donald Trump vowed to “take” Cuba on Monday as a US oil embargo left the island without power, deepened shortages and fueled growing anti-government protests.

17/03/2026

Economy

US Treasury chief hails 'very good' China talks ahead of Trump visit

High-level US and Chinese officials have wrapped up two days of economic discussions in Paris, with the US Secretary of Treasury describing the sessions as productive ahead of President Trump's visit to China.

16/03/2026

USA

What is HELIOS, the US laser destroying cheap Iranian drones for cents

The High Energy Laser with Integrated Optical-dazzler and Surveillance, deployed on a US naval ship, downed several drones last week. Here’s what you need to know about the game-changing technology.

16/03/2026

Culture news

French icon Brigitte Bardot omitted from Oscars In Memoriam tribute

The 2026 Oscars featured an extended In Memoriam segment and a few controversial snubs — including that of iconic French actress and singer Brigitte Bardot.

16/03/2026

USA

Watch: Trump warns US ‘will remember’ countries that don’t help secure the Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump said the US is in talks with other countries to help police the Strait of Hormuz and keep it open to shipping, warning that NATO allies should support the effort as Washington has backed them on Ukraine.

16/03/2026

Lifestyle

The 14 best dressed stars on the 2026 Oscars red carpet

The 98th Oscars have wrapped, but the fashion on the red carpet still has us talking. While One Battle After Another dominated the awards, who were the winners in the style stakes?

16/03/2026

Cinema

Oscars 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ triumphs - Full results

It was One Oscar After Another for Paul Thomas Anderson’s 'One Battle After Another', which emerged victorious with 6 wins – while 'Sinners', the most Oscar-nominated film in Academy history, won 4. Here's everything you need to know about this year’s award ceremony.

16/03/2026

Tech News

This AI tool can spot domestic abuse risk before victims seek help

The new AI system can detect patterns of physical trauma linked to abuse and allow healthcare professionals to intervene earlier.

15/03/2026

Food and Drink

Who is Wolfgang Puck? The chef feeding Hollywood at the Oscars 2026

Born in Austria and trained in some of Europe’s top kitchens, Wolfgang Puck made his name in Los Angeles, where his inventive cuisine won over Hollywood’s elite.

13/03/2026

Residences

The Wolseley to open flagship hotel in Manhattan

The property in midtown Manhattan is found within a similarly historic building to its namesake restaurant.

13/03/2026

Economy

Democrats say Trump tariffs could cost US households more than $2,500

Congressional Democrats warn new tariffs could raise household costs as the administration moves to replace revenue lost after a Supreme Court ruling.

13/03/2026

Economy

US expands Russian oil waiver to all countries in bid to cool prices

The US has expanded a temporary sanctions waiver on the purchase of stranded Russian oil from India alone to all countries worldwide as part of ongoing efforts to ease pressure on global energy prices.

13/03/2026

Earth News

Would switching to an EV save you money as gas prices spike?

“Clean power and electrification combined is what provides the most security,” says Ember analyst Euan Graham.

13/03/2026

Markets

What are the four new companies being added to the S&P 500 in March?

S&P Global announced that four companies will join the S&P 500 index as part of its quarterly rebalance. The additions highlight the rising importance of AI infrastructure within the leading US equity benchmark.

13/03/2026