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Jun 02 2026OPINION

The U. S. Is Its Own Biggest Threat

The last few weeks have highlighted two headline stories in U. S. foreign policy: the war with Iran and a summit between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Both events show that America’s international strategy is in disarray. In the case of Iran, Trump claimed the conflict would elimin

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Jun 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Steam’s Adult Content Debate: A Clash of Views

Valve’s famous co‑founder had a sharp argument with the company’s chief lawyer about how to handle adult games on its platform. The discussion turned into a heated exchange where the executive questioned why the lawyer even offered his opinion, suggesting he had no value in it. This incident shows t

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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

Reducing Indoor Smoke in Bhopal’s Slums: A Fresh Take on Community Learning

The study took place in a crowded area of Bhopal, India, where people live close together and often cook with gas but also use firewood or coal. Researchers wanted to see how well residents understood the danger of indoor air pollution (IAP) and whether simple messages could help them change habits.

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Jun 02 2026SPORTS

Choosing the Best Captain: A Fresh Look at IPL Leadership

Sanjay Manjrekar, a former player turned commentator, recently voiced his thoughts on who should lead IPL teams. He argued that the role of captain should not be tied to a player’s nationality but to their skill and experience. In his view, several Indian leaders such as Axar Patel, Ruturaj Gaikw

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Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

California Tax Decision Hits Salad Brand

The state of California has ruled that a New England–based salad‑dressing maker must pay income tax, even though the company claims it only sells its products in the state. The decision comes from the California Office of Tax Appeals, which said the firm’s activities in the state go beyond simple sa

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Jun 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Nvidia’s New PC Move: AI Chips, Robots and a Quiet Power Play

Nvidia is pushing its powerful processors into ordinary computers, hoping to tap the growing need for smart assistants that can control a PC by themselves. The company showed off its AI tools at a tech event in Taipei, where it also announced a robot partnership with China’s Unitree Robotics and

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Jun 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Helps Crack Old Math Problems, Mathematicians Call for Careful Use

Mathematics has always been a field where human minds push the limits of logic and creativity. Recently, artificial intelligence has begun to step into this arena, showing that computers can solve problems once thought out of reach. In early May, a powerful AI from OpenAI was announced to have so

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Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

AI Demand Keeps Credo Strong Despite Share Drop

Credo Technology’s recent earnings surprised many, but the stock fell afterward. The company grew its revenue by 157% year‑over‑year, showing that demand for AI chips is still high. Profit margins also widened, which is a good sign that the business can keep costs in check. The price drop aft

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Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

Energy Growth and New Tech Moves

Duke Energy is a big power company in North Carolina. It feeds electricity to many parts of the southeast U. S. Recently, big tech firms have been building huge data centers. These centers need a lot of power and are pushing the grid to its limits. Because of this demand, Duke is looking

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Jun 02 2026FINANCE

Huaqin Technology Keeps Investors’ Eyes on a Buy Signal

Goldman Sachs has decided to stay positive about Huaqin Technology Co. , Ltd. Class H, keeping its “Buy” recommendation intact and setting a target price of HK$127. 76 for the stock. The bank’s stance signals confidence in the company’s future prospects, even as market conditions remain uncertain

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