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Rights groups critical as Venezuela prisoner release scheme 'coming to an end'

More than 500 political prisoners are thought to still be in jail, despite the releases since the amnesty law was brought in.

US military launches strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people

The U.S. military says it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people Friday.

Apple iPhone Ultra/Fold again tipped for autumn 2026 launch, schematic reveals dimensions

There were rumors that the launch of the Apple iPhone Fold, also referred to as iPhone Ultra, was delayed. But we later heard that the iPhone Ultra's launch was on track, and it would be unveiled at Apple's autumn 2026 product launch event alongside the iPhone 18 series. That launch timeframe has now been corroborated by reliable tipster Ice...

OpenAI GPT 5.5 and 5.5 Pro launch with $25,000 bounty

OpenAI GPT 5.5 and 5.5 Pro have launched with enhanced intelligence and greater cybersecurity threats, requiring enhanced safeguards. Versus Claude Opus 4.7, GPT 5.5 / 5.5 Pro demonstrates better tool use, hacking skills, academic problem solving, and abstract reasoning.

Portage principal learning while launching esports club

The principal of North Memorial School is stepping out of her comfort zone to bridge the gap between traditional education and the digital age with a new esports club.

OpenAI Releases GPT 5.5, Its Smartest And Most Intuitive Model

Artificial Intelligence company OpenAI, has once again pushed beyond the boundaries of AI with the release of GPT-5.5, its most advanced and intuitive model to date. Building on the capabilities of its predecessors, GPT-5.5 represents a significant leap forward in reasoning, contextual understanding, and human-like interaction. Designed to...

OpenAI releases GPT-5.5 with stronger agentic and cybersecurity capabilities

OpenAI released GPT-5.5 to paying users and API developers, targeting coding, computer automation, and research. The model completes tasks with less human direction than prior versions and scores higher on math and computer-use benchmarks.

Ubuntu has started a 'complete redesign' of the series page on Launchpad

Following a redesign of its homepage back in 2024, Canonical has started redesigning the series page of Launchpad. Read more...

Agree Realty launches $1.75 billion at-the-market equity program

Agree Realty launches $1.75 billion at-the-market equity program

Mamdani launches deed theft office and pauses NYC tax lien sales for six months

Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Friday announced the creation of New York City’s first Office of Deed Theft Prevention, after a week in which Council Member Chi Ossé’s arrest at a Brooklyn eviction protest thrust deed theft and displacement back into the spotlight. The mayor, however, stopped short of endorsing the eviction moratorium advocates have...

Apple Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at MacBook Neo Intro Video

Apple today released a YouTube Short revealing a rare behind-the-scenes look at the making of its playful MacBook Neo introduction video . The short clip gives what Apple describes as "a peek at some handmade magic," revealing the physical models and camera techniques used during production. Apple shows how real-world props were combined with...

DeepSeek unveils new AI model as China pushes for tech autonomy

The DeepSeek logo is seen in this illustration taken on January 29, 2025.— Reuters/File DeepSeek, the Chinese startup whose low-cost AI model stunned the world last year, launched on Friday a preview of a highly awaited new model adapted for Huawei chip technology,...

Aster Whitefield Hospital Launches Karnataka’s First Dedicated Liver ICU, Strengthening Advanced Critical Care In The Region. - TRIPURA STAR NEWS

Aster Whitefield Hospital Launches Karnataka’s First Dedicated Liver ICU, Strengthening Advanced Critical Care In The Region. TRIPURA STAR NEWS Aster Whitefield Hospital launches Karnataka’s first dedicated Liver ICU BioSpectrum India Aster CMI Hospital Launches PEARL Pediatric Liver ICU for Critical Care in Children Digital Health News Aster...

Betterness Closes $2.5m Seed Round and Launches Bett-i, the First Fully Autonomous Voice-First Life-Coaching System for Health and Performance

A roster of leaders from health-tech, medicine, capital markets, elite athletic performance, and global culture join Betterness as investors and advisors, backing the company's mission to build the agentic infrastructure for the $6 trillion global health and wellness industry. MIAMI,...

Race for Georgia labor commissioner features five-way Democratic primary

In the race for Georgia labor commissioner, five Democratic candidates are vying to challenge Republican incumbent Bárbara Rivera Holmes.

EU launches €8.9M PharmaNext programme in Guyana

The European Union (EU) has deepened its health partnership with Guyana following a high-level visit by European Commission deputy Director General for international partnerships, Martin Seychell. Seychell arrived in Guyana on Monday as part of a regional mission aimed at strengthening health and pharmaceutical systems across the Caribbean...

Audi taps Morgan Freeman and Chase Infiniti to launch the all-new Audi Q3 in "A Life of Yes" campaign

Cinematic spot introduces the all-new 2026 Audi Q3; the SUV with class-above premium content, giving drivers more reasons to say "yes" Brought to life by Academy Award Winner Morgan Freeman and Golden Globe Nominee Chase Infiniti On sale now, the Audi Q3 delivers best-in-class 0-60 acceleration and upper-luxury levels of tech and refinement...

Patriots release statement on Mike Vrabel

The New England Patriots have released a statement on the situation involving head coach Mike Vrabel and NFL reporter Dianna Russini. The New York Post’s Page Six originally published photos of Vrabel and Russini at a hotel in Arizona, and on Thursday, new photos were released of the two together at a bar from 2020.

Burtech's 2nd SPAC Eyes $100M IPO To Launch Deal Hunt

A blank-check company targeting industries such as hospitality, technology and real estate to raise up to $100 million in an initial public offering advised by Loeb & Loeb LLP, Norton Rose Fulbright LLP and Ogier.

Meta planning mass layoffs as it turns more to AI to boost productivity & profits

Meta planning mass layoffs as it turns more to AI to boost productivity & profits Henry Frederick Thu, 04/23/2026 - 16:47 41NBC video / Thursday, April 23, 2026 / Major changes are underway in the tech industry, as Meta prepares for significant layoffs while artificial intelligence continues to reshape the global economy. Headline Surfer...

Chamber launches inaugural Greater Newry Sustainability Conference & Expo

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade has launched the inaugural Greater Newry Sustainability Conference & Expo which will be held on Thursday 28th May in the Canal Court Hotel, Newry.

DOJ watchdog launches review into Epstein file release after months of criticism

Google just announced the Pixel 8 series phones — here are the key new features and how to preorder

The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro both include Google's new Tensor G3 processor, enhanced cameras, and new features backed by Google AI.

Justice Department Places FDA-Approved Marijuana Products and Products Containing Marijuana Subject to a Qualifying State-issued License in Schedule III ... (US Department of Justice)

US Department of Justice : Justice Department Places FDA-Approved Marijuana Products and Products Containing Marijuana Subject to a Qualifying State-issued License in Schedule III, Strengthening Medical Research While Maintaining Strict Federal Controls — For Immediate Release — The Action Expands Access ...

KAYAK Launches Ask AI to Simplify Travel Planning Just in Time for the World Cup in Canada

Conversational AI meets real-time travel search as travel interest surges across World Cup host cities Toronto and Vancouver TORONTO, April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — KAYAK today introduced Ask AI, a new conversational travel planning experience designed to help travellers search, compare, and book trips more easily, as interest surges ahead...

U.S. DOJ watchdog launches probe into Epstein files release

The government watchdog said it would publish its findings but did not provide a timeline for the investigation.

DOJ Inspector General to audit release of Jeffrey Epstein files

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General announced Thursday that it would do an audit of the release of the Epstein files.

Postal workers union launches vote-by-mail ad campaign in Georgia

They feature voters explaining why they choose to vote by mail and end with the message, “Vote by mail — keep it, protect it, expand it.”

US justice department launches probe into Epstein files handling

US justice department launches probe into Epstein files handling

US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files

The DOJ's Office of Inspector General said it would "evaluate the processes for identifying, redacting, and releasing records as required by the act."