UK sets out AI infrastructure push at London Tech Week – how does it stack up? – The Guardian

Government announces plans to invest billions, but questions linger over how its proposals on chips, social media and more will workOwnership of the commanding heights of the AI economy is a political talking point around the world, as countries seek to assert some control of a technology dominated by the US and China.London Tech Week, the showcase event for the...

A near-perfect World Cup opener takes the USMNT into uncharted territory – The New York Times

World CupUSMNT Latest Sebastian Frej / Getty ImagesThe Athletic has live coverage of Qatar vs Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.INGLEWOOD, Calif. — It began with thunderous chants of “U-S-A” and climaxed with the best 45 minutes in U.S. men’s World Cup history.It was seven years and 364 days in the making, and it was worth every day, hour,...

Can AI Help Students Navigate the Career Chaos It’s Creating? – EdSurge

NewslettersNews|Career ReadinessSchool counselors grapple with the idea of using AI to ease their workload — but wonder what’s lost without the human touch. By Daniel MollenkampFebruary 12, 2026Photo by Allison Shelley/The Verbatim Agency for EDUimagesAfter a career counselor visited one of her classes earlier this year, Lily Hatch found herself asking a chatbot for guidance about college. A junior at...

As Iran and US near a deal, Tehran remembers another recent bloody conflict – Al Jazeera

Iranian authorities say assassinations and strikes over the past year have failed to deter them.SaveShareTehran, Iran – The anniversary of a 12-day war between Iran and Israel in June 2025 is being marked this week in Tehran, as American and Iranian officials engage in last-minute negotiations to end a more recent conflict between the two sides.Tehran and Washington have signalled...

Obsession OTT release update: When and where to watch Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette’s horror movie in – The Economic Times

Curry Barker’s low-budget supernatural horror, Obsession, has defied expectations, becoming a global sensation and a surprise box office hit of 2026. Initially slated for a June 2 digital release, its continued theatrical success has led distributor Focus Features to delay the PVOD launch. Read on to know more about the new streaming details.Listen to this article in summarized formatUnlock AI...