French mayors defy government warnings by flying the Palestinian flag on town halls ahead of France’s formal recognition of a Palestinian state, sparking political debate over neutrality and symbolism....
Chicago’s City Council committee approved a proposal to legalize video gambling terminals in roughly 3,500 venues. Mayor Johnson opposes it, citing low revenue share and potential impact on existing casino taxes....
New York City will issue automatic $59.30 rebate checks to eligible homeowners to help cover the cost of official secure-lid trash bins ahead of a June 2026 compliance deadline....
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has described the one-day traffic ban trial on part of Oxford Street as the first step in his plan to revive the area by pedestrianising major stretches and restoring its role as a prime shopping and leisure destination. What the Trial Entails A trial closing to tra...
New proposals in London aim to penalize cyclists more severely for repeatedly jumping red lights, including larger fines and possibly demerit points on driving licences. What Changes Are Being Proposed Authorities are considering raising the penalties for cyclists who ignore traffic signal...
OpenAI, which previously dismissed making smart glasses, is now reportedly reconsidering the idea and exploring a line of wearable devices including glasses and other form factors. What’s Changed in OpenAI’s Stance OpenAI’s CEO once publicly stated that he does not like smart glasses and r...
Microsoft is preparing to roll out native video wallpaper support in Windows 11, allowing popular video formats like MP4 and MKV as looping desktop backgrounds. A return of Vista’s DreamScene....
Rumors suggest Apple’s foldable iPhone, launching around fall 2026 alongside iPhone 18, will feature a titanium chassis, design like two iPhone Airs side by side, and cost over $2,000....
Grammy Award–winning songwriter Brett James, known for Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus, Take the Wheel”, died in a plane crash in North Carolina along with his wife and stepdaughter. Tragic Accident Claims Three Lives Songwriter Brett James Cornelius, 57, his wife Melody Carole Wilson, and stepd...
In a songwriting showdown, fans prefer the AI version of Akimoto’s style over a human-written track What Happened In a televised competition titled “Akimoto Yasushi vs AI Akimoto Yasushi: AKB48 New Song Production Contest,” Japan’s top girl group AKB48 released a new single composed by art...