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Book-Ending the year: 10 best books of 2026, from Silicon Valley to India's ancient ports
First Global founder and CMD Devina Mehra shares her 10 favourite books of 2026, spanning artificial intelligence, materials science, Indian economic history, economics, investigative journalism, neurosurgery and etymology. From the history and risks of AI to the hidden economic networks that shaped India's past, her reading list brings together diverse perspectives on business, science, society and human behaviour.
Study across six states shows causal link between air pollution & poor mental health
“We see recurring seasonal exacerbations in patients—especially around festive and post-festive periods—which provides a critical window to screen their mental health,” said Dr Sam Bennihin D L, associate consultant, pulmonary medicine at Rela Institute & Medical Centre in Chennai.
‘Welcome to Friday the 13th’: Was it really an unlucky day for America? Watch DHS Secretary's startling remark
On November 13, an unexpected telecommunications outage prompted the FAA to enforce a ground stop across the US, stranding countless air travelers who scrambled for alternative transportation. Compounding the chaos, a significant global service outage at Microsoft disrupted the workflow of numerous employees. To top it all off, a cruise ship collision led to several injuries, making this tumultuous Friday one for the history books.
Democratic senators order Musk to preserve records over Ukraine Starlink access: Report
Democratic senators have urged Elon Musk to maintain records pertaining to SpaceX's restrictions on services in Ukraine. These services are crucial for Ukraine's military communication and operations amid ongoing conflicts. The restrictions raised questions about SpaceX's influence on national security communications and decision-making processes. Reports indicated that the service limitations originated within the White House but were later disputed by officials.
Trump not expected to raise Alice Huang case with China's Xi, US officials say
Donald Trump is set to meet with Xi Jinping next week during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in China. Recently, Jensen Huang resigned as CEO of Nvidia amid allegations involving Alice Huang and potential national security concerns. The US Justice Department has not concluded any investigation regarding Alice Huang's affiliations with the Chinese government. Trump is not expected to raise the allegations during his meeting with Xi.
Out as CEO, but not out of Nvidia: Jensen Huang’s family trusts still hold about 800 million shares as NVDA stock crashes 13%
Jensen Huang's Nvidia stake: Jensen Huang is out as Nvidia CEO, but his family’s financial ties to the chipmaker remain strong. Trusts co-owned by Huang and his wife hold about 800 million Nvidia shares, worth billions of dollars. His sudden exit has sent NVDA stock down 13%. Its stock was already heading for a sixth straight weekly decline as investors questioned AI spending and the company's growth outlook.
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NASA fired an electron beam into Earth’s atmosphere in 1969; it created an artificial aurora
In January 1969, a rocket launched from Virginia carried an electron accelerator built to make artificial auroral rays in the upper atmosphere. Cameras on the ground recorded the light. The experiment gave scientists a controlled way to study how energetic electrons interact with atmospheric gases and Earth’s magnetic field.
Alice Huang was introduced to Nvidia's former CEO Jensen Huang, allegedly by her husband, Kang Wei. Who is he?
Jensen Huang, the disgraced founder of Nvidia, has recently made headlines for having two extramarital affairs: with Kimberley Powell, the company's vice president, and Alice Huang, a Singaporean businesswoman who US intelligence claims is a Beijing spy. After the controversy, he resigned as Nvidia's CEO.
Who is Maruthi S. Akella? IISc award winner whose research helped guide first US Moon landing in 50 years, asteroid named after him
Maruthi S. Akella, a University of Texas professor and IISc alumnus, is among eight scientists and engineers selected for IISc's annual alumni honours. His research group contributed to the onboard guidance algorithm for the Intuitive Machines IM-1 mission, which achieved the first US Moon landing in more than 50 years. An asteroid has also been named after him.
Who was Beau Jessup? British actress and 'Loose Women' star Lisa Maxwell's daughter dies while studying at Columbia University in New York City aged 27
Beau Jessup, the daughter of actress Lisa Maxwell, has passed away at the age of 27. She had been studying journalism at Columbia University in New York City. The university expressed condolences to her family and friends while mourning her loss. Beau was set to graduate from her master's program in May 2027.
Not even a board seat: Jensen Huang walks away from every formal role at the company he founded in a Denny's booth
The company said that Jensen Huang had resigned from three positions. It included the President of Nvidia, Chief Executive Officer, and a member of the Board. The board initiated a search for a permanent Chief Executive Officer and would consider internal and external candidates. The Board and the company thanked Jensen for his immeasurable contributions to the company and the industry.
Nvidia's own rulebook, which opens with a letter from Jensen Huang, flags relationships with subordinates; here's why the Kimberly Powell report changes everything
Kimberly Powell is Nvidia's vice president of healthcare. According to former staff members, Jensen Huang and Kimberly Powell were captured on video being affectionate at a San Jose hotel. It was revealed that this happened during Nvidia's annual developer conference in March. The board of tech giant Nvidia is considering whether to oust its CEO Jensen Huang.
In a Florence library, a 1551 astronomy book held handwritten notes that went unnoticed for centuries; a historian recognised them as Galileo’s writing from around 1590
A historian in Florence has discovered handwritten annotations believed to be Galileo Galilei’s in a 1551 copy of Ptolemy’s Almagest. The discovery sheds light on Galileo’s early engagement with geocentric astronomy before he became a leading supporter of heliocentrism. The mathematical notes and an accompanying biblical passage offer a rare glimpse into his intellectual and personal life, demonstrating how forgotten marginalia can reveal fascinating insights into history’s greatest minds.
‘Doomsday: Friday, November 13, 2026’: Why a 1960 Science journal paper predicted humanity would be ‘squeezed to death’
In the year 1960, a bold prediction warned of a looming population crisis by 2026. However, population growth rates have taken a favorable turn, declining significantly over the decades. Countries that previously imposed strict population controls are now promoting family growth. Experts advise caution against trusting outdated forecasts blindly, advocating for a scientific approach to understanding demographic trends to avoid repeating past mistakes.
Musk wants to hire Jensen Huang: Elon Musk says he would be honoured to recruit Nvidia CEO if board decides to replace him
Musk hiring Jensen Huang: Elon Musk has said he would be honoured to hire Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang if the chipmaker's board removes him. The comment followed reports of two alleged extramarital relationships involving Huang, including one with Nvidia executive Kimberly Powell and another with a Chinese woman suspected by US intelligence officials of spying for China.
'National security' fears raised in US Congress as 'Spy scandal' puts Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's position under scrutiny
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is facing mounting pressure from US lawmakers amid allegations of an affair with a woman suspected of having links to Chinese intelligence. Congressman Jamie Raskin said Congress is concerned about whether the alleged relationship compromised US national security, particularly amid scrutiny of Huang's lobbying efforts to ease restrictions on AI chip sales to China.
Nvidia preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang as two affairs, China spy allegations rock chip giant
Nvidia's co-founder and CEO Jensen Huang faces potential ousting due to various controversies involving multiple affairs. Reports indicate Huang is involved with two women, including a subordinate at Nvidia. Shareholders have filed a class action lawsuit against him for failing to disclose pertinent information about his relationships. The company’s stock has significantly declined following Huang's admission of infidelity.
MIT researchers traced the family history of over 1 million cells in developing mouse embryos; the map revealed when cells began becoming different organs
A research team from MIT has mapped the lineage of over a million cells in mouse embryos. This extensive study reveals how cells decide to form specific tissues during development. The new technique allows scientists to identify where developmental errors occur, which may lead to birth defects. It also provides insights for cancer research by highlighting early changes in healthy cells.
11/11 Portal 2026: What to Write in Your Manifestation Journal? 55+ Affirmations for Love, Money, Career and Success - Powerfull Menifestation Day
The 11/11 Portal 2026 is an opportunity to focus on manifestation, positive affirmations and new beginnings. Discover what to write in your manifestation journal on November 11, including affirmations for love, money, career success, emotional healing and personal growth. Also, explore simple 11:11 manifestation rituals, journaling prompts and things to avoid while setting intentions.
Senior American soldier accused of being a Russian spy arrested in UK just days after US moved its warplanes from RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk to Germany following Iranian threats
A US Army soldier faces allegations of help for Russian intelligence, while more than a dozen US military aircraft have left a British airbase after a reported threat from Iran. The arrest took place near Gloucester on November 10, while the aircraft departures from RAF Mildenhall followed a report of a further threat from Iran. British police and US officials have commented on the espionage allegations.
OpenAI posts steep losses even as quarterly revenue rises to $10 billion, WSJ reports
OpenAI reported a quarterly revenue rise of approximately 50% to reach $10 billion in the third quarter. Despite this revenue growth, the company faced significant operating losses, which expanded to $10.9 billion. Investors are closely examining the finances of AI companies, including rivals like Anthropic, which is preparing for its IPO. The strong investor interest in AI persists despite ongoing profitability concerns in the sector.
US Air Force evacuates tankers from base in England due to Iran threat, Wall Street Journal reports
Two tankers stationed at RAF Mildenhall were diverted to Germany on Monday, and several other tankers were relocated to other bases in Europe later in the day, the newspaper reported, citing people familiar with the decision. U.S. officials decided to redeploy the aircraft after being alerted about the new threat on Monday, the Journal said.
For over a century, an unremarkable lump sat in a British Museum drawer; a 2013 X-ray revealed a rare Celtic brooch buried with a Viking-era Norwegian woman
A fascinating discovery at the British Museum includes a lump of soil, wood, and metal that holds a Celtic brooch from the eighth or ninth century. This ancient jewelry is linked to Viking burial traditions. Following their raids, Vikings astutely transformed sacred church artifacts into symbols of status, indicating a timeline of activity in Britain that may precede prior assumptions.
US aircraft evacuated from second UK base due to Iran threat, WSJ reports
US military officials evacuated aircraft from RAF Mildenhall amid a threat linked to Iran. Two refueling tankers were diverted to Germany after security concerns arose. Several additional tankers were moved to various sites throughout the day. This action followed an incident involving five arrests near RAF Fairford that prompted the withdrawal of US bombers. The exact nature of the current threat remains under discussion among US officials.
Donald Trump was reportedly briefed a year ago that a suspected Chinese spy was close to Nvidia's CEO, but why was Jensen Huang never told?
According to media reports, US intelligence believes Alice Huang was recruited by China's Ministry of State Security (MSS). Alice had developed a close professional relationship with Jensen through her work in the AI and data centre industry. Their alleged relationship attracted intelligence attention because Nvidia's technology is central to the US-China competition over artificial intelligence.
From TV journalist to private banker to AI chip executive: The unusual career of Alice Huang, the alleged spy linked to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang
Alice Huang, also known as Huang Le, is a Chinese citizen whose reported career spans TV journalism, banking, investment management and AI infrastructure. She became the subject of US intelligence scrutiny because of her reported connections with Huang and her position in the AI computing industry. US intelligence officials reportedly suspected that she was gathering information about Nvidia and its advanced AI chips.
Yemen's Houthis granting ships safe passage via email: Report
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis have established a system for vessels to request safe passage through email. They declared a blockade against Saudi Arabia earlier this year and began targeting ships linked to certain countries. Some vessels are receiving timely responses within 24 hours regarding their safety requests. The Houthis have expanded their control over Yemen's Red Sea coast amid ongoing conflicts.
Anthropic may need to cut IPO ambitions as investors balk: report
Anthropic may have to accept a lower valuation than the $1.5 trillion it had been targeting for its stock market debut, after a sharp tech sell-off spooked key investors, the Wall Street Journal reported Thursday. The listing comes amid growing nervousness among investors about the huge sums being poured into AI. Three major investors who plan to take part in the offering told the Journal the valuation would likely need to be lowered, with one saying it could end up closer to $1 trillion.
Meta halts new business terms after backlash over data scraping and AI use
Meta has postponed the rollout of new terms affecting its business accounts due to significant backlash. Critics claimed these changes could lead to unauthorized data scraping and unfair competition against news publishers. A Norwegian court granted an injunction on the terms, highlighting concerns over Meta's market dominance. The U.K. competition authority has also initiated an investigation into these new business conditions.
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