Every fusion startup that has raised over $100M

Fusion startups have raised $7.1 billion to date, with the majority of it going to a handful of companies.

Afghans mark five years of Taliban rule

Afghans have gathered in Kabul to mark five years since the Taliban returned to power.

Black professor at centre of Cambridge plagiarism row found dead

Dr Jason Arday has been found dead days after resigning from Cambridge University due to plagiarism allegations.

Vienna woman sues city for discrimination over toilet fees

An Austrian activist in Vienna is challenging the city over public toilet fees.

Don’t overlook Elektron’s budget electronic music instruments

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Five wounded in shooting at Virginia State University

Police found the gunshot victims near the university's residence halls.

Five years on, how will Taliban deal with armed opposition?

The United Nations says armed groups opposed to the government remain active.

Afghan refugees face an uncertain future as Europe shifts to the right

With the fall of the former government in Kabul, thousands of Afghans were forced to flee the country, many to Europe.

Is China seeking to copy Iran’s Strait of Hormuz blockade around Taiwan?

Taiwan has long prepared for a Chinese military invasion but wars in Iran and Ukraine expose new potential threats.

Modi threatens to target ‘intellectual Naxals’ in Independence Day speech

The Indian PM said Maoist-influenced Naxalite rebellion is largely gone, but its ideological backers still pose threat.

Aftermath of deadly Indonesia earthquake

Dozens of people have been killed after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake off Indonesia’s Flores Island.

So much solar: Digging into the list of every US power plant that went online this year

Utility-scale solar leads by a mile, followed by batteries. Fossil fuels, not so much.

Japanese minister visits shrine to war dead, angering China, South Korea

Defence Minister Koizumi's visit to Yasukuni Shrine comes on the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in WWII.

What the Taliban achieved and failed to achieve in five years

The Taliban government brought security and stability but is facing increasing alienation of the general population.

Switched on Pop’s Nate Sloan and Charlie Harding love fresh vegetables and guitar pedals

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This Beautifully Weird Necklace Is Secretly a USB Drive

Noware’s Puff necklace whimsically reimagines flash drives, turning something functional into personalized jewelry.

Retrospec Joe Rev 2 Review (2026): Putting the ‘Joy’ in Joyride

This affordable electric BMX delighted my entire family, even if its range, ride comfort, and actual BMX abilities are limited.

Star Wars: Ahsoka season 2 and Starfighter get teased at D23

Season two of Star Wars: Ahsoka is still months away, but Lucasfilm still took the opportunity to tease it a bit at D23. The company dropped the first trailer f...

World Cup winner Ferran Torres joins Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona

The 26-year-old striker cost the Ligue 1 champions a reported 50 million euros ($58m) and has signed a five-year deal.

Arsenal vs Manchester City: Community Shield – prediction, lineups, teams

Premier League winners Arsenal and FA Cup holders Man City prepare to trade blows as English top-flight season nears.

Instapaper, the Original Read-It-Later App, Just Got a Huge Upgrade

New fonts, better customization, and a whole new layout all make it worth dusting off your Instapaper account.

6 Best Apple Watch Accessories to Upgrade Your Watch (2026)

These are the Apple Watch accessories I recommend adding to your setup.

Disney D23 2026: Everything announced for Star Wars, Marvel, and more

Shawn Levy, Ryan Gosling | Image: The Walt Disney Company/Image Group LA The annual Disney fan event showed off the cast of Marvel’s X-Men movie, plus a new tra...

At scene of deadly Israeli strike on Lebanon home

An overnight Israeli strike on a family home in Ansar, southern Lebanon, killed at least seven people.

I finally found a magnetic phone grip I never want to remove

The OhSnap Snap Grip Stand, in black and silver. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge I told myself I wouldn't buy an OhSnap accessory for my phone. Every one ...

Marvel reveals the new X-Men cast, including Inde Navarrette and Adam Driver

The new X-Men MCU cast on stage at D-23. | Image: Marvel Entertainment With Spider-Man: Brand New Day behind us, and its reveal of Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Marv...

Auk Mini 2 Indoor Smart Garden Review: Better Where It Counts

Auk’s Mini 2 improves on the original model with better lights, a sleeker design, and fun new colors.

Zyzz Was the Original Looksmaxxer. His Rise and Untimely Death Feel More Relevant Than Ever

A new Apple documentary explores the life of Aziz “Zyzz” Shavershian, who rocketed to internet fame in an age before influencers, then died at age 22 in 2011.

5 Best Apple Watch Bands: Nike, Nomad, and Hermés (2026)

We’ve been testing bands since the first Apple Watch launched in 2015. From silicone sports straps to leather bands, I’ve rounded up the best for every occasion...

Puerto Rico Is Rationing Water. It Could’ve Avoided It by Harvesting Rainwater

The island could capture billions of gallons of water a year if it implemented systems to catch it as it falls from the sky.