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• Il Buriram United ha ottenuto una vittoria per 4-3 nell'aggregato contro il Johor Darul Ta'zim nelle semifinali della ASEAN Club Championship mercoledì, avanzando alla finale nonostante la vittoria del JDT per 2-1 nella partita di ritorno alla Chang Arena in Thailandia. • Il dominio del Buriram nella partita di andata si è rivelato decisivo: hanno vinto 3-1 allo Sultan Ibrahim Stadium di Johor Bahru con soli tre tiri in porta, stabilendo un vantaggio insormontabile che il JDT non è riuscito a colmare nonostante i migliori sforzi nel match di ritorno. • Kingsley Schindler ha segnato un gol enfatico al 98° minuto per assicurare la progressione del Buriram, segnando la prima vittoria del JDT sul club thailandese dopo cinque precedenti sconfitte negli scontri diretti.

• I Repubblicani della Camera stanno procedendo con modifiche a un pacchetto per l'edilizia abitativa approvato dal Senato il 12 maggio, anche dopo che il Presidente Trump ha sollecitato l'approvazione della versione originale senza variazioni. • L'iniziativa coincide con le pressioni dell'amministrazione per ottenere 1 miliardo di dollari in fondi per la sicurezza all'interno di un più ampio pacchetto di spesa di linea partitica focalizzato sul contrasto all'immigrazione, che potrebbe supportare il progetto della ballroom di Trump. • Il Direttore della Secret Service, Sean Curran, ha incontrato martedì i Repubblicani del Senato per ottenere sostegno, in vista della scadenza del 1° giugno fissata da Trump affinché i legislatori approvino la normativa.

• La Prima Ministra del Giappone, Sanae Takaichi, sta promuovendo una legislazione per istituire la prima agenzia di intelligence centralizzata del paese dalla Seconda Guerra Mondiale, trasformando il Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office (CIRO) in un centro per analisti, tecnologi e operatori, a fronte dell'aumento di spionaggio e minacce informatiche da parte di Cina e Russia. • L'FBI ha approvato il piano, con i funzionari che hanno segnalato il supporto degli Stati Uniti a Tokyo in materia di cybersecurity, controspionaggio, spionaggio e antiterrorismo, affrontando così la frammentazione dell'attuale sistema di intelligence giapponese. • L'agenzia potrebbe diventare operativa a partire da luglio 2026, previa approvazione della Camera dei Consiglieri, partendo con circa 700 dipendenti e con una previsione di rapida crescita attraverso l'integrazione di talenti provenienti dal settore governativo e privato.

• La Corea del Nord ha travolto la Thailandia per 6-0 nei quarti di finale l'11 maggio presso il Taihu Football Sports Center di Suzhou, in Cina, mantenendo un record perfetto di 4 partite, 27 gol segnati e 0 subiti. • La Corea del Nord, campione in carica, affronterà ora la Cina nelle semifinali del 14 maggio, e il vincitore passerà alla finale del 17 maggio presso il Suzhou Sports Center Stadium. • La loro corsa dominante, definita 'spaventosa' dagli osservatori, li posiziona come favoriti per un posto alla Coppa del Mondo e mette in mostra la potenza offensiva della loro squadra giovanile.

• Antara News riferisce che l'Indonesia ha avviato i passi per stabilire Bali come hub finanziario globale, capitalizzando il suo status di economia più grande del Sud-est asiatico con oltre 280 milioni di persone e un PIL superiore a 1,4 trilioni di dollari USA. • L'iniziativa contrasta il rallentamento globale, le guerre commerciali e la concorrenza negli investimenti, promuovendo i servizi finanziari, il fintech e gli investimenti sostenibili nell'isola ricca di turismo. • Le misure chiave includono riforme normative, incentivi fiscali e aggiornamenti infrastrutturali per attrarre capitali internazionali e posizionare Bali come rivale di Singapore e Hong Kong.

• La Cina sta esplorando attivamente lo sviluppo della robotica umanoide, sfruttando la più grande base installata di robot industriali al mondo e localizzando rapidamente le catene di approvvigionamento hardware precedentemente dipendenti dai chip AI e dall'ecosistema software di Nvidia. • Il quadro politico di Xi Jinping ha creato fondi nazionali e programmi di supporto per promuovere la ricerca e lo sviluppo (R&D) nella robotica e assistere le startup, con l'ambizione di diffondere le tecnologie AI in tutta la società cinese nei settori economico, sociale e di governance. • Le consolidate catene di approvvigionamento per la produzione di EV (veicoli elettrici) in Cina — che includono batterie, sensori e componenti meccanici — conferiscono al paese un vantaggio competitivo nello sviluppo dell'embodied AI, con i principali produttori di EV che stanno aggiungendo la robotica ai loro portafogli prodotti.

• VAD Technologies e Data Dynamics hanno annunciato una partnership strategica l'8 maggio 2026, per promuovere soluzioni di IA sovrana in tutti i paesi del Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), inclusi Emirati Arabi Uniti, Arabia Saudita e Qatar. • La collaborazione si concentra su piattaforme di gestione dei dati che consentono l'elaborazione dell'IA localizzata per garantire la sovranità dei dati e la conformità alle normative regionali. • La spesa per la cybersecurity nel Golfo dovrebbe superare i 120 miliardi di Dh (32,6 miliardi di dollari) nel 2026, spinta dalle minacce potenziate dall'IA e dalle necessità di resilienza sovrana.

• I repubblicani del Sud stanno procedendo con gli sforzi di ridistrettazione della Camera in occasione dell'anno elettorale, incluso un aggressivo gerrymandering nel Tennessee richiesto da Trump. • Le mosse avvengono in un clima di diffuse proteste e ricorsi legali, con PBS che riporta resistenze in più stati. • Questi cambiamenti potrebbero ridisegnare i seggi congressuali in vista delle midterm del 2026, beneficiando potenzialmente le maggioranze del GOP.

• Meta acquired ARI, a US-based robotics AI startup, to bolster its efforts in humanoid robots and physical artificial general intelligence. • The deal focuses on developing software for real-world machine control and agentic systems. • This acquisition positions Meta as a leader in embodied AI, competing with rivals in robotics hardware and software.

• India secured a 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals on May 1, 2026, guaranteeing a medal and advancing to the semifinals. • Key wins came in men's doubles and singles matches, showcasing strong team performance in the badminton tournament. • This result strengthens India's position in international badminton and boosts medal prospects at the prestigious Thomas Cup.

• India defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0 in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals to secure a semifinal spot. • The victory sets up a semifinal clash against France scheduled for 9:30 PM. • This marks a significant achievement for Indian badminton on the international stage amid ongoing team championships.

• Scientists achieved the first teleportation of a photon's state between two separate quantum dots over a 270-meter open-air link. • The experiment used GPS synchronization, ultra-fast detectors, and turbulence stabilization, reaching 82% state fidelity exceeding classical limits by over 10 standard deviations. • Published in Nature Communications, this milestone advances quantum internet for ultra-secure communication and quantum relays.

• Google unveiled seventh-generation TPUs on April 27, boasting 4.7x performance gains over prior versions for AI inference. • The chips support Google's $175-185 billion 2026 CapEx, aiming for margin expansion through in-house silicon. • Analysts note reduced reliance on Nvidia GPUs, potentially shifting U.S. AI hardware market dynamics worth $100 billion annually.

• Ukrainian officials acknowledged on Monday that Russian forces have captured additional territory in eastern Donbas region despite increased deliveries of Western arms and ammunition over the past 30 days. • Kyiv's military command reported that Russian forces are attempting encirclement operations near Bakhmut and Popasna, forcing Ukrainian units into tactical withdrawals in select areas. • The Pentagon reaffirmed commitment to Ukraine, announcing a $500 million weapons package including air defense systems and precision munitions, with U.S. officials emphasizing the long-term nature of support.

• OpenAI launched GPT-5.5, a powerful new model optimized for coding, research, data analysis, computer use, and complex workloads requiring minimal guidance. • The upgrade handles messier, real-world tasks with greater autonomy across multiple tools, reducing the need for extensive prompting. • This release intensifies competition in AI capabilities, targeting professional users in software development and scientific research.

Bill clears 50–48 vote to boost ICE and CBP funding as Democrats oppose and shutdown continuesUS politics live – latest updatesSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailSenate Republicans on Thursday approved a plan to fund Donald Trump’s crackdown on undocumented immigrants for the remainder of his term and pave the way for an end to the ongoing shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).The budget resolution adopted along a near party line vote in the early morning hours sets the stage for Congress to craft legislation allocating as much as $140b to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), two agencies at the forefront of Trump’s mass deportation agenda that have been without funding since mid-February, when the DHS shutdown began. Continue reading...

Republicans deploy measure known as budget reconciliation to push through plan without backing from Democrats during lengthy late-night voteHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.The Senate voted to adopt a $70bn budget plan to fund ICE and Border Patrol as part of a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).We have a multistep process ahead of us, but at the end Republicans will have helped ensure that America’s borders are secure and prevented Democrats from defunding these important agencies.Instead of pumping hundreds of billions of dollars into ICE and Border Patrol, Republicans should be working with Democrats to lower out-of-pocket costs.The Pentagon announced, without explanation, that “Secretary of the Navy John C Phelan is departing the administration, effective immediately”. The head of the US navy, which is now enforcing a wartime blockade of Iranian ports, was replaced by a former Maga political candidate, Hung Cao, now acting secretary of the navy.The surprise announcement brought renewed attention to Cao’s 2023 comments that that “witchcraft” had “taken over” Monterey, California.Virginia’s attorney general, Jay Jones, promised to appeal an injunction issued by a circuit court judge that temporarily blocks the state from certifying the results of the Tuesday’s redistricting referendum.As jet fuel prices spike amid the ongoing energy crisis sparked by Donald Trump’s war on Iran, two Republican senators, Ted Cruz and Tom Cotton, denounced a proposed US government bailout of budget carrier Spirit Airlines.Representative David Scott, a Democrat from Georgia, has died at the age of 80. He is the fifth member of Congress to die in office within the last year. Continue reading...

Winning robot records faster time than Jacob Kiplimo’s world record More than 100 robots run in parallel tracks to avoid collisions with humansDozens of Chinese-made humanoid robots showed off their fast-improving athleticism as they whizzed past human runners in a half-marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, having lagged far behind a year earlier.The race’s inaugural edition last year was riddled with mishaps, as many robots struggled to get off the starting line, and most were unable to finish. Continue reading...

• Fortra announced the launch of its new Defense and Intelligence Unit (DIU) on April 16, 2026, from Minneapolis to deliver integrated cyber solutions to defense and national security organizations worldwide. • The unit focuses on cross-domain cyber innovation, AI-powered capabilities, and mission expertise for critical infrastructure and allied nations. • This development strengthens US cybersecurity posture amid rising global threats to defense sectors.

• NTT Research unveiled SaltGrain, a new data security suite designed to break the traditional all-or-nothing file-access model and enhance privacy protection. • The platform addresses existing cybersecurity gaps by enabling granular access control through advanced attribute-based encryption technology. • SaltGrain represents a significant advancement in data protection capabilities, offering enterprises more sophisticated control over sensitive information access and sharing.

• Thomas Jefferson University launched a multicenter clinical trial led by Manisha Verma, MD, and Victor Navarro, MD, at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital to improve palliative care for advanced liver disease patients. • Advanced liver disease causes significant scarring and loss of function, leading to serious health challenges with limited quality-of-life support. • Funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute and published in JAMA Internal Medicine, the trial addresses a major care gap for ALD patients nationwide.

• Circadence, a U.S.-based cybersecurity firm, secured $16.4 million in funding on April 4, 2026, to enhance its AI-powered platforms. • The investment supports launches of RangeGPT, an AI training tool, and Project Ares GEN3 for advanced threat simulation. • This funding arrives amid rising AI-enhanced cyber threats, positioning Circadence to innovate in enterprise defense.

• A paralyzed man successfully controlled a robotic arm by using a neural interface device that relays signals from his brain to a computer, enabling him to grasp, move, and drop objects through thought alone. • The breakthrough demonstrates the practical application of brain-computer interface technology, allowing the patient to perform complex motor tasks that were previously impossible due to paralysis. • This advancement represents a significant milestone in neurotechnology and rehabilitation, offering hope for individuals with paralysis by restoring functional control of external robotic limbs through neural signals.

• The MajesTEC-3 clinical trial led by UAB researchers demonstrates that a new two-drug immunotherapy regimen can lead to long-lasting remission for multiple myeloma patients. • Over 83 percent of patients enrolled in the trial remain alive and progression-free three years after therapy, supporting approval of this potentially curative treatment. • The findings represent a significant advance for multiple myeloma, a blood cancer with limited treatment options historically.

• Scientists warn that rapid advances in artificial intelligence and neurotechnology are advancing faster than our scientific understanding of consciousness, creating serious ethical risks. • The acceleration of AI capabilities and brain-computer interface technologies raises urgent questions about the nature of consciousness and ethical implications. • Researchers emphasize the need for parallel development of ethical frameworks to accompany technological progress.

• No. 3 seed Illinois defeated Big Ten rival Iowa 71-59 in the South Region final, earning a spot in Saturday's national semifinal against No. 2 seed Connecticut at 6:09 p.m. ET. • Freshman Keaton Wagler led with 25 points and was named Region Most Outstanding Player, while Andrej Stojakovic added 17 points. • Illinois outscored Iowa 20-8 after a 51-51 tie with 7:14 left, closing with an 8-0 run as Iowa failed to score in the final two minutes.

Measure that would fund homeland security but exclude money for ICE could conclude lengthy funding lapseAn end to the partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may be in sight, after Congress’s Republican leaders on Wednesday agreed to advance legislation that would fund the majority of the agency’s operations, with the exception of those involved in immigration enforcement.The pact may conclude the longest such funding lapse in US history, which last month caused security lines to stretch for hours at some airports as employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), a subagency of DHS, quit their jobs or called out of work after going weeks without pay. Continue reading...

• Soligenix's HyBryte for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) has a second Phase 3 trial underway with enrollment of approximately 80 subjects, interim analysis in Q2 2026, and top-line results in H2 2026. • Previous Phase 3 trials showed statistical significance in primary endpoints across multiple cycles, following FDA NDA submission and RTF letter. • The program targets unmet needs in rare dermatological cancers with ongoing FDA discussions for development path.