At its annual I/O developers conference, Google announced the rollout of several new artificial intelligence technologies, including AI-generated answers for user queries. Other major technology companies, such as Microsoft and Amazon, also made announcements related to AI and ecommerce.
A large-scale Russian drone and missile attack struck Kyiv and other regions of Ukraine early Sunday, marking the second consecutive night of such assaults. At least 12 people were killed and dozens injured, according to officials.
Northland Shopping Centre in Preston, Melbourne, was locked down after a stabbing incident. Several people were injured, including one with serious injuries. Police have arrested one individual in connection with the incident.
Israel has allowed some humanitarian supplies into Gaza after an 80-day blockade, enabling the United Nations to resume limited aid deliveries. However, US-Israeli plans are reportedly in progress to reduce or bypass the UN's role in relief operations within the territory.
A team of international scientists led by researchers in China has developed contact lenses embedded with nanomaterials that allow humans to see near-infrared light. The technology, detailed in Nature Communications, could have significant applications in medical imaging and visual assistance.
European finance officials warn that escalating trade tensions with the United States could result in pension funds decreasing by up to 20 percent. US President Donald Trump has proposed raising tariffs to 50 percent, prompting urgent discussions about the potential impact on Irish pensions and the wider European economy.
Nvidia is preparing to introduce a new, lower-cost Blackwell AI chip for the Chinese market, following US export restrictions on advanced AI hardware. Mass production could begin as early as June, according to sources.
According to Gaza's civil defence, an Israeli airstrike in the Khan Yunis area killed nine children belonging to a married doctor couple. The Israeli military has stated that it is investigating these reports.
A pediatrician in Gaza lost nine of her ten children following an Israeli airstrike that struck their home, according to hospital sources. The incident occurred south of Khan Younis on May 21, 2025.
An Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis, Gaza, killed nine children from a doctor's family, according to Gaza health officials. Two of the victims are reportedly still under the rubble. The children ranged in age from seven months to 12 years old.