Highlights

• Anthropic announced a new partnership called Mythos on May 8, 2026, aimed at advancing AI-driven cybersecurity defenses amid rising threats. • OpenAI revealed details on its upcoming GPT-5.5 model, featuring enhanced capabilities for threat detection, while ASIC refers to specialized hardware accelerating AI security processing. • The ShinyHunters hacking group claimed responsibility for recent data breaches targeting US tech firms, underscoring persistent risks to enterprise networks.

• The US economy showed strength with private sector payrolls rising 123,000 in the latest month after 190,000 previously, beating expectations by double, while unemployment holds at 4.3% near full employment. • Atlanta Fed GDPNow forecasts 3.7% annual growth for Q2, with weekly unemployment claims at rock bottom and no recession in sight despite left-wing critiques. • Blue-collar nonsupervisory workers saw 3.7% hourly earnings growth and 1% hours increase, yielding 4.7% wage-income proxy rise outperforming white-collar gains.

• Over the last 7 days, the US market rose 3.2% and is up 31% over the past year, with earnings forecast to grow 16% annually, spotlighting undiscovered gems based on debt-to-equity, revenue growth, earnings growth, and health ratings. • Top picks include First Bancorp (68.27% debt/equity, 1.25% revenue growth, -3.09% earnings growth, ★★★★★★), Southern Michigan Bancorp (108.80% debt/equity, 7.38% revenue growth, 0.84% earnings growth, ★★★★★★), and Cashmere Valley Bank (31.63% debt/equity, 5.07% revenue growth, 1.43% earnings growth, ★★★★★★). • Other notables are ASA Gold and Precious Metals (12.65% revenue growth, 41.20% earnings growth, ★★★★★★), Anbio Biotechnology (-30.09% revenue growth, -3.45% earnings growth, ★★★★★★), and Affinity Bancshares (41.71% debt/equity, 1.36% revenue growth, -0.22% earnings growth, ★★★★★★).

Researchers say 481-metre wave in fjord was triggered by rockslide linked to climate crisisA mega tsunami in Alaska last year in a fjord visited by cruise ships is a stark warning of the risks of coastal rockslides and glacier retreat fueled by the climate crisis, a new study warns.Scientists recorded the world’s second-tallest tsunami after it struck the Tracy Arm fjord in south-east Alaska last August after a massive rockslide around the toe of a glacier. The tsunami reached 481 metres (1,578ft) in height; by comparison the Eiffel Tower is 330 metres (1082ft). Continue reading...

• Las Vegas Aces top preseason power rankings as defending champions, with Indiana Fever hosting Dallas Wings featuring past four No. 1 picks: Aliyah Boston, Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd. • Aces chase franchise record of 35 wins, tied for league history most at 34 by 2023 Aces and 2025 Lynx. • Angel Reese joins Atlanta Dream as top rebounder (13.1 RPG in 2024), replacing Brittney Griner amid league's rebounding leaders.

• Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described President Trump's economic measures as suffocating Iran's regime during a May 3 Fox News appearance. • Iran's economy faces $435 million daily losses and 112% food inflation due to the U.S. blockade, per FOX Business analysis. • Rising U.S. gas prices from the Iran conflict are creating broader economic challenges despite the pressure on Tehran.

HAYI has taken responsibility for a string of incidents targeting Jewish sites, but investigators say the latest claim may be opportunistic rather than state-backedPolice treating stabbing of two men in Golders Green as terrorismIt took just over an hour after the horrific knife attack on two British Jewish people in Golders Green, north London, for an Iran-linked terror group, Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia (HAYI), to make a claim of responsibility on a Telegram channel.Counter-terror police are aware of the initial posting – a brief statement accompanied by the group’s logo – put online at 12.23pm and a follow-up 40 minutes later showing a violent attack at a bus stop. Continue reading...

Washington facing long economic war or risky military action to reopen strait of Hormuz – which may now be more valuable to Iran than a nuclear weaponDonald Trump is learning first-hand about the perils of mission creep.The US-Israel war in Iran has just passed its eighth week – twice as long as the president predicted it would take when US warplanes launched their joint attack with Israeli forces to decapitate the Iranian leadership and paralyse its military. The military attacks were successful. The predictions about the political cause-and-effect to follow were not. Continue reading...

• One in three women under 50 in the US—about 10 million people—is iron deficient, per AMA discussion. • Physicians address diagnosis and treatment strategies for this widespread nutritional deficiency. • Iron deficiency impacts energy, cognition, and overall health, warranting increased screening.

• The biopic Michael delves into Michael Jackson's life, showcasing his fame highs and personal struggles, set for April 2026 release. • Directed to offer an intimate look at the music icon beyond his public image, appealing to fans of music biopics. • Listed among top films like Super Mario and The Drama, it elevates April 2026 as a significant month for Hollywood blockbusters.

Report shows black music accounts for 80 per cent of money generated by UK industry in past 30 yearsLeading figures in the UK music industry are calling for more work to be done to support black talent in executive roles as a report finds that 80% of UK music revenue has been generated by black music in the past 30 years.A recent report by UK Music states that black music has made £24.5bn out of the £30bn generated by the UK music industry in the past 30 years. However, industry figures have highlighted that black people are still kept out of top executive roles. Continue reading...

• The Military Health System's March 26, 2026 update covers research submissions and awards for the Department of War’s primary scientific gathering during March 23-27. • Features teamwork and tools for field medic training, plus new research on preventing dangerous diseases in U.S. Army and Navy contexts. • Army Reserve 'Connect to Protect' initiative emphasizes health protections amid weekly military medical news.

• Variety's Emily Longeretta shared updates on the Hannah Montana 20th anniversary special airing soon. • Hulu has axed the planned Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot project amid ongoing entertainment shifts. • Coverage includes broader entertainment news highlights relevant to US audiences and streaming trends.

Audiences draw parallels between the abduction plot of Feels Like Home and Viktor Orbán’s 16-year reignIt’s seven o’clock on a Tuesday night, and one of the most popular movie theatres in Budapest is full, not an empty seat in sight. The audience is not here for a Hollywood blockbuster, but a Hungarian film that barely had the budget to be made.Feels Like Home (Itt Érzem Magam Otthon) has captured moviegoers not only with its striking visuals but also with its timing – its release coming before Hungary’s pivotal parliamentary elections on 12 April. Continue reading...

• Good Morning America provided comprehensive coverage of the 98th Academy Awards on March 16, 2026, recapping historic wins, standout moments, and behind-the-scenes highlights from the previous night's ceremony. • The segment highlighted major victories including Michael B. Jordan's Best Actor win and the multiple award hauls by top films including "One Battle After Another" with six awards. • The GMA coverage featured interviews with backstage winners and captured candid moments from Hollywood's biggest night at the Dolby Theatre.

• An immigrant child died in ICE custody in Dallas, marking at least the 12th death in immigration detention since the beginning of 2026, raising renewed scrutiny of detention conditions and medical care protocols. • The death underscores ongoing concerns about oversight and accountability within the immigration enforcement system during a period of intensified deportation enforcement.

• Governor Abigail Spanberger praised the 2026 General Assembly's passage of bills reducing heating costs (HB2, SB72), establishing a Weatherization Task Force (HB3, SB5), empowering localities on affordable housing (HB4), and improving renter protections (HB15, SB48). • Additional successes include eliminating healthcare premium fees (HB220, SB630), promoting portable solar systems (HB395, SB250), optimizing grid utilization (HB434, SB621), expanding the Eviction Reduction Program (HB527, SB628), limiting prior authorizations (HB736), and boosting healthcare workforce access (HB815, SB405). • Further measures allow communities to adopt affordable housing programs (HB867, SB74), improve power forecasting (HB892), and increase energy storage deployment (HB895, SB448) to lower costs for Virginians.

• American Oversight marked Sunshine Week 2026 with three victories forcing Trump administration and local governments to preserve records over the past year. • Wins advanced government accountability through legal actions ensuring compliance with transparency laws. • Identified three major threats to openness, emphasizing ongoing risks to public access amid political developments.

Signal President Meredith Whittaker stated at the India Today Conclave 2026 that the conflict between the US Government and AI companies like Anthropic is far from over, asserting 'I don't actually think that showdown is decided yet.' Whittaker explained that deployment of AI models on government systems creates dependency, and crucially, US law prevents the federal government from collecting the vast amounts of user data that private companies leverage to train AI systems. She noted that the US government lacks legal authority to accumulate such datasets, stating: 'These are not technologies that the state could create. It doesn't matter how much money they have. It is not legal for the US government to collect the kind of data that the private industry can collect.' The remarks reflect ongoing regulatory and operational tensions between government agencies and commercial AI developers.

An Academy Award-nominated documentary tells the story of a journalist killed in the suburbs of Kiev while covering the Russian invasion of Ukraine, bringing renewed attention to dangers facing war correspondents. The filmmakers hope the documentary sparks broader conversation about threats to press freedom in active conflict zones and the importance of protecting journalists. The nomination underscores the international film community's recognition of journalism as a critical element of documenting wartime atrocities and human rights violations. The film's timing coincides with ongoing global conflicts and heightened scrutiny of media access and safety in geopolitical hotspots.

The American Council on Science and Health lists 16 landmark public health achievements, including George Washington's 1777 order for Continental Army smallpox inoculations that saved forces from a disease killing 10 soldiers per battle death. Polio cases sharply declined after Jonas Salk's 1955 vaccine was deemed safe, with Albert Sabin's 1960s oral version enabling community-wide protection. CDC identified initial AIDS clusters in 1981 among young men; by 1996, NIH-supported combination antiretroviral therapy turned HIV into a manageable condition, bolstered by US companies like Gilead and PEPFAR in 2003. These advances revolutionized medicine from antibiotics to organ transplants and birth control.