University of Birmingham scientists develop smart gel that shifts states with UV light

Trump revives fraud claims following midterm election results

Former President Donald Trump has renewed allegations of election fraud after the midterm results were announced. He questioned whether the outcome could be considered honest, echoing claims he has made in past elections. The assertions were made publicly without presenting new evidence in the material provided. Election officials and courts have previously rejected similar fraud claims for lack of substantiation. The renewed rhetoric adds to ongoing debate over confidence in the country's electoral system.

Woman IPS officer manhandled in Odisha by men bursting firecrackers

Meta's AI chief Wang says talent density, not headcount, will drive AI progress

Meta AI chief Alexandr Wang has told CEO Mark Zuckerberg in a memo that the company does not need a large workforce to succeed in AI, stressing that the quality of talent matters more. His approach follows a lukewarm reception to Meta's Llama 4 model, which prompted calls for significant restructuring of the AI division. Wang and Zuckerberg have launched an extensive recruiting drive backed by large financial commitments. The lab's first model, Muse Spark, and a later release have reportedly earned positive evaluation scores. Meta's future AI spending is projected to be nearly double its previous levels.

White House briefly locked down after car crashes into secure area; Trump was inside residence

The White House was placed under lockdown after a vehicle crashed into a secured zone on the grounds. Security personnel responded to the incident and moved to contain the area. President Trump was inside the residence at the time, and no injuries were reported in the initial account. Authorities were investigating the circumstances of the crash. The lockdown was intended to ensure the safety of those inside the complex while the situation was assessed.