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Trump threatened GOP senators who voted for war powers resolution in 'angry' calls

After the vote, Trump threatened the senators with primary challenges, according to people with knowledge of the calls.

NBC News - Jan 11, 2026 6:42pm EST

Elon Musk Moves to Monetize Grok Deepfake Abuse, UK Calls It Insulting

Gizmodo - Jan 11, 2026 5:23pm EST

'Border czar' says ICE shooting victim's actions 'could fall within that definition' of domestic terrorism

Tom Homan responded to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's allegations that Renee Nicole Good was engaged in "domestic terrorism." White House officials haven't provided evidence.

NBC News - Jan 11, 2026 5:22pm EST

Guard at Winter Olympic construction site dies in nighttime subfreezing temperatures

Italian authorities are investigating the death of a security guard who collapsed during an overnight shift in freezing temperatures at a construction site near an Olympic venue.

NBC News - Jan 11, 2026 3:55pm EST

Inside Google’s plan to let AI bots shop for you — retailers sign on

Discover Google's groundbreaking Universal Commerce Protocol, unveiled at NRF 2026, which empowers AI agents to handle the entire shopping journey autonomously. Explore how major retailers like Walmart and Shopify are embracing this shift towards agentic commerce.

Gulf News - Jan 11, 2026 2:51pm EST

What's it like to meet your own avatar?

Musician KT Tunstall meets her avatar as Tech Now explores music’s virtual future.

BBC News - Jan 11, 2026 12:21pm EST

Trump weighs options on Iran as protest crackdown reportedly kills more than 500

At least 538 people have been killed since demonstrations began two weeks ago, according to figures from the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency.

NBC News - Jan 11, 2026 12:20pm EST

Major Instagram data breach: Did 17.5 million accounts just get exposed?

Instagram users are on high alert after reports of a data leak affecting 17.5 million accounts. While Meta assures no breach occurred, cybersecurity experts caution about the sale of personal data online. Discover essential security tips to safeguard your account.

Gulf News - Jan 11, 2026 12:11pm EST

Science news this week: A runaway black hole, a human ancestor discovered in Casablanca cave, and vaccine schedule slashed

Live Science - Jan 11, 2026 11:34am EST

Conservatives pledge to ban social media for under-16s

The party's promise goes further than its previous policy of banning smartphones in schools.

Sky News - Jan 11, 2026 11:03am EST

Walmart teams up with Google's Gemini to make it easier for shoppers to find and buy products

The retail giant also has a similar deal with OpenAI's ChatGPT and has its own AI-powered chatbot, Sparky.

CNBC - Jan 11, 2026 10:56am EST

Google removes multiple AI-powered health summaries from search engine

Washington: Google announced the removal of multiple AI powered health summaries from its search engine to protect users from possible false or mislea...

Peninsula Qatar - Jan 11, 2026 10:51am EST

Telus retains TD Securities, Jefferies Securities to monetize health care unit

The move is a step toward striking a deal that could help the company deleverage its balance sheet and fund growth

The Globe and Mail - Jan 11, 2026 10:50am EST

Minneapolis Mayor Frey calls out ‘deep mistrust’ around ICE shooting investigation: Full interview

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey (D) tells Meet the Press that claims from Trump administration officials that Renee Nicole Good tried to run over an ICE officer “didn’t happen,” and says viewers should “watch the video.”

NBC News - Jan 11, 2026 10:37am EST

Minneapolis mayor says there's a 'deep mistrust' of federal investigation into ICE shooting

Mayor Jacob Frey said he didn't have preconceived notions about the outcome of an investigation but accused federal officials of saying things that are "not true."

NBC News - Jan 11, 2026 10:24am EST

Google employee made redundant after reporting sexual harassment, court hears

Victoria Woodall claims she was retaliated against after reporting a manager who told clients stories about his swinger lifestyle.

BBC News - Jan 11, 2026 10:07am EST

Massive protests in Iran as regime tries to retain control

As Iran continues its violent crackdown on protesters, President Trump is again threatening U.S. intervention if demonstrators are killed. NBC's Richard Engel has the latest.

NBC News - Jan 11, 2026 9:40am EST

The AI question every job candidate on interview should be prepared to answer

AI may not be responsible for most layoffs to date, but workers will increasingly need to defend their jobs in terms that directly relate to the technology.

CNBC - Jan 11, 2026 9:32am EST

India proposes tough smartphone security rules, sparking pushback from Apple, Samsung

India has proposed sweeping smartphone security requirements, including source code access, drawing resistance from major manufacturers such as Apple and Samsung over data protection and proprietary risks

First Post - Jan 11, 2026 5:36am EST

‘2026 is next year’: Google AI overview sparks fresh backlash, Musk reacts

Google’s AI overview has triggered fresh criticism after wrongly stating the current year, relieving concerns over repeated AI inaccuracies. When a user asked about the next year it responded saying ‘2026 is next year.’

First Post - Jan 11, 2026 3:21am EST

AI power: Top 10 tech titans unleash gas, nuke & solar power plants to fuel the bot boom

Grid meltdown amid data centre buildup sees billions poured into power self-generation

Gulf News - Jan 11, 2026 3:07am EST

From trifold phones to singing lollipops: The best and worst gadgets of CES

From the world’s biggest consumer tech show, here are the best pocketable gadgets, potentially useful future tech, and the products awarded worst in show.

Sydney Morning Herald - Jan 11, 2026 2:21am EST

‘Dangerous and alarming’: Google removes some of its AI summaries after users’ health put at risk

Guardian UK - Jan 11, 2026 2:19am EST

'I was secretly filmed with smart glasses and trolled online'

BBC News - Jan 10, 2026 9:47pm EST