Seoul shares close at new high on tech rally, Mideast optimism – upi.com

South Korean stocks rebounded to a fresh all-time high Friday, driven by strong gains in stocks related to artificial intelligence (AI) and renewed optimism about a potential ceasefire in the Middle East. The local currency fell against the U.S. dollar. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) added 290.86 points, or 3.55 percent, to close at 8,476.15, after hitting...

John J. Kennedy | Chinese Robodog at Delhi AI Summit Exposed Failure of India’s Academia – Deccan Chronicle

The robotic dog that awkwardly trotted into the spotlight at the India AI Impact Summit last month is a far bigger problem for higher education than one university’s embarrassing moment. After the entire incident went viral, the institution in question apologised, explaining that a single, “ill-informed” staff member was to blame and insisted that there was no intention to deceive.Frankly,...

These Indian waterfalls come alive only during monsoon

Jog Falls in Karnataka is impressive year-round, but during monsoon it becomes something entirely different. Located on the Sharavathi River in Shivamogga district, Jog Falls drops roughly 830 feet in four major streams, Raja, Rani, Roarer and Rocket. In summer, the exposed rock face becomes clearly visible as water levels reduce. The main cliff-top viewpoint is the easiest and safest...

US ‘more than capable’ of resuming war against Iran, Pete Hegseth says – The Guardian

Pentagon chief also tells Singapore defence summit of ‘alarm’ at China’s military buildup but says US does not seek ‘needless confrontation’The US warned on Saturday it was “more than capable” of resuming war with Iran after President Donald Trump said any peace deal must adhere to his red lines, including Tehran never being able to develop nuclear weapons.The White House...

Breaking: US Moves To Seize $1 Billion Crypto Assets From Iran Amid War – CoinGape

Web3 Innovation Awards 2026 Voting Is Live.ABOUT COINGAPE CoinGape delivers live crypto news, reporting, market analysis, project analysis, listicles, reviews & ratings, combining macro coverage to surface real market signals. Buy on Bitget Kritika Mehta HighlightsThe United States has now frozen about $1 billion in crypto from Iran. The U.S. is cracking down on financial systems that have been accused...

Passeig de Gracia Apple Store in Barcelona Reopening Its Doors – ilounge.com

NewsThe Passeig de Gracia Apple store in the middle of Barcelona has reopened its doors after being closed for three months to receive renovations. The video wall of the store has been changed with a dedicated pickup station for orders placed online by customers who want to pick them up.The trees indoors, along with wood cubes that have been placed...