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India’s first GenAI unicorn shifts to cloud services as AI model ambitions face reality

Krutrim, an Indian AI startup that achieved unicorn status, is pivoting from AI model development to cloud services following layoffs and stalled product releases. The shift reflects broader economic pressures facing companies attempting to build competitive AI models in India's market.

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China’s robots step into real-world roles, from cleaning to directing traffic

China is deploying robots and embodied AI systems for practical tasks including home cleaning, traffic management, and factory maintenance. The article describes a cleaning service launched on a Chinese classifieds platform as an example of this broader automation trend.

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Spain seizes record amount of cocaine in Atlantic Ocean, authorities say

Spanish Civil Guard authorities intercepted a large cocaine shipment weighing between 30,000 and 45,000 kilograms on a freighter in the Atlantic Ocean that was bound for Libya. The seizure is reportedly a record amount. The article presents factual information about the drug bust with minimal editorialization.

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Bass, Pratt and Raman make cut for TV debate as L.A. mayor's race kicks into high gear

Three candidates qualified for an KNBC4 televised mayoral debate in Los Angeles: incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt from 'The Hills,' and Councilmember Nithya Raman. Two excluded candidates, Adam Miller and Rae Huang, publicly criticized their exclusion from the debate.

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Apple asks Supreme Court to pause contempt finding in Epic Games case

Apple requested the Supreme Court to block a lower court contempt ruling against the company for charging fees on third-party payment system purchases in its dispute with Epic Games. The company asked for an emergency stay while filing an appeal to the high court.

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Zombies, Run! is officially back from the dead

Zombies, Run! fitness app is releasing new content after a period of dormancy. The app was sold to OliveX, a company known for crypto/NFT products, and subsequently faced challenges common to indie apps.

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46-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of strangling son

A 46-year-old woman in Hokkaido has been arrested on suspicion of strangling her son. According to police, the woman initially admitted to the killing but later recanted her confession.

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The Download: inside the Musk v. Altman trial, and AI for democracy

MIT Technology Review's newsletter covers week one of a lawsuit between Elon Musk and Sam Altman, described as two powerful AI figures in conflict. The piece appears to offer insider perspective on courtroom proceedings alongside coverage of AI applications in democracy.

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EU parties misspent €1.5M in European election campaign, documents show

EU Parliament's finance report found that almost all parties and foundations violated campaign spending rules during the European election, with €1.5M in misspent funds documented. The report indicates systemic compliance failures across the political spectrum.

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Extended interview: Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch

CBS News published a headline and description for an extended interview with Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch conducted by chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford. The interview covers Gorsuch's new children's book about the Declaration of Independence and his views on young people's circumstances.

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If you are struggling to make ends meet, NPR wants to hear from you

NPR is soliciting personal stories from families experiencing financial hardship due to rising gas prices and costs of necessities. The outlet frames this as a crowdsourced reporting project to document how people are coping with economic strain.

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Bose Brings Back Its ‘Lifestyle’ Branding With New Speakers for the Home

Bose has revived its 'Lifestyle' product branding with three new home audio speakers featuring updated industrial design. The announcement introduces the Lifestyle Ultra Speaker, Ultra Soundbar, and Ultra Subwoofer with a described 'cozier' aesthetic.

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Rohit's injury absence cost MI, says Harbhajan after win over LSG

Harbhajan Singh attributed Mumbai Indians' IPL 2026 struggles partly to Rohit Sharma's injury absence, noting that his earlier return could have improved their campaign. Despite Rohit's match-winning performance against Lucknow Super Giants demonstrating his value, the article suggests MI lost critical matches during his unavailability but retains playoff hopes.

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Hantavirus: Where has the deadly cruise ship outbreak come from?

Three people have died aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius from hantavirus, a rare rodent-transmitted illness. The article frames this as a notable outbreak requiring explanation of origin and transmission details.

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Altara secures $7M to bridge the data gap that’s slowing down physical sciences

Altara, an AI startup, has secured $7M in funding to address data fragmentation in physical sciences R&D. The company's platform aims to consolidate data scattered across spreadsheets and legacy systems to accelerate research workflows.

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Secret Service officers exchange gunfire with armed suspect near White House: USSS

Secret Service officers exchanged gunfire with an armed suspect near the White House after a plainclothes officer observed an individual who appeared to be carrying a firearm. The incident was described by Secret Service Deputy Director Matt Quinn during an official press briefing.

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Quotes by Ted Turner

Reuters reports on the death of media mogul Ted Turner, characterizing him through his famous nickname 'The Mouth of the South' and indicating the article will present quotes exemplifying his outspoken nature.

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Why Reddit blocked my daily visit to its mobile website

An Ars Technica writer reports experiencing blocking from Reddit's mobile website, which appears designed to force users toward the official app. The article examines Reddit's business incentive to drive app adoption and the technical methods used to accomplish this.

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Here’s how I turned my kids into ‘thousandaires’ managing their own money by their 18th birthdays

A first-person account by an author describing their strategy for teaching children financial management by giving them control over money, resulting in them accumulating approximately $1,000 by age 18. The piece frames this as a practical parenting approach to preparing children for financial adulthood.

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Valve’s Steam Controller Sold Out in 30 Minutes. Buy These Instead.

A Valve Steam Controller product sold out in 30 minutes. The article frames this as noteworthy and redirects readers to alternative controller options. The piece uses Valve's historical gaming legacy as contextual framing.