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Bill Gates, who built Microsoft on code, admits an AI tool now codes better than him

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says technology has truly stunned him only three times in his life: the graphical user interface in 1980, ChatGPT's demo in 2022, and Anthropic's Claude Code this year. Calling coding the subject he knows best, Gates admitted the AI coding tool is now better than him in a meaningful sense. He also expects software engineering jobs to be among the first reshaped by tools like it.

Top Court To Hear Relocation Of 135-Year-Old Government Library In Delhi Case

A bench of Justices Sanjay Kumar and Sanjeev Sachdeva will hear on Monday the case titled, "In Re: 135-yr-old library, 8.5 lakh books-and no room in the Central Vista plan".

Message to Congress? Akhilesh Yadav's 'victory, not seats' pitch ahead of UP polls

‘Pakistan don’t offer much competition’: BCCI takes swipe after Asian Games final

India's men's cricket team triumphed at the Asian Games 2026, capturing the gold medal with a decisive 19-run win over arch-rivals Pakistan at Korakuen Stadium. With a formidable score of 211 runs, powered by standout performances from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma, India showcased dominance. Although Pakistan's Hasan Nawaz fought valiantly with 96 runs, India's bowlers sealed the deal, underlining their title-winning prowess.

One casualty every 23 minutes: Civilian fatalities mount as Ukraine war intensifies

In the first eight months of 2026, the situation in Ukraine has become increasingly dire, with civilian casualties and injuries rising sharply. Reports indicate that nearly 2,500 civilians have been impacted by missile strikes and aerial attacks, targeting both densely inhabited regions and critical infrastructure. As winter draws near, the damaging strikes on energy facilities have further jeopardized essential services, leaving civilians in a precarious state amid the continuing conflict.

flydubai Co-Pilot Studied Engineering For 2 Years In Australia? Probe On

The co-pilot, identified as Hamam al-Hammami from Oman, attacked the captain of the flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday.

Larry Ellison bought homes near his Florida mansion, quite purchase made residents upset

Larry Ellison has purchased eight residential properties in Palm Meadows Estates, Florida, for his household staff. These properties, costing nearly $10 million, are located conveniently near his main estate. Residents expressed concerns over the clustering of properties under a single corporate owner, prompting new ownership restrictions by the homeowners association. The homes will accommodate domestic employees and private educators for his children.

'A New Tomorrow': Devendra Fadnavis Launches Dharavi Anthem

The centre, inaugurated on Gandhi Jayanti, features life-size models of the proposed 350-square-foot rehabilitation homes and 500-square-foot renewal apartments, along with a 3D walkthrough of the planned township

‘One last fight left in me’: Smit Machchhar details cockpit attack, struggle to open door

Video: Woman Driving Creta Hits Elderly Couple In Delhi, Flees In 40 Seconds

CCTV footage of the incident shows the elderly couple, both aged over 70, walking on the left-hand side of the road when an SUV hit them and threw them into the air.

NSW planted bitou bush in 1946; decades later, it spread across 46% of coast

Bitou bush was intentionally planted along the New South Wales coast to stabilize sand dunes. This plant has since spread extensively, covering 46% of the coastline and threatening native vegetation. Infestations of bitou bush replace native plant species and alter animal habitats throughout the region. A Threat Abatement Plan has been established to manage and contain this invasive species effectively.

Help your child memorize a chapter in 15 mins: 5 tricks that beat rereading

Students frequently find it challenging to remember information using passive techniques like rereading and highlighting. Research shows that active retrieval and spaced repetition are key for effective memory retention. Methods such as dividing information into manageable sections can greatly facilitate understanding. Creative approaches like visualizing ideas and teaching others can enhance learning. Regularly revisiting material ensures lasting retention rather than just fleeting familiarity.

The Price of a Title Shot: When challengers had to pay to face the champion

For much of its history, the world chess championship was not a title a player could simply qualify to challenge for. From Steinitz–Zukertort in 1886 to the long disputes involving Lasker, Capablanca and Rubinstein, challengers had to raise money, negotiate terms and persuade champions to play. As Gukesh prepares to defend his title against Sindarov in Geneva, the USD 2.5 million match offers a striking contrast: the challenger has earned his shot through a formal qualifying system.

‘Gandhi, Nehru, Ambedkar are India’s soul, mind, backbone’: Dipke's jibe at Centre

Truth Is Our Greatest Weapon': Rahul Gandhi Launches Satyagraha' Digital Platform

Invoking Mahatma Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi said, "Bapu taught us that truth is our greatest weapon. But an even greater weapon is standing together with the truth."

India’s Asian Games medal map changed: 20 Hangzhou golds gone, 13 new routes to gold

India defended only eight of its 28 Hangzhou golds at Aichi-Nagoya, with 20 titles changing hands. All seven shooting golds and all six athletics titles were lost, but the gold medals were replaced from a wider pool. Thirteen came from events where India had won silver or bronze, or had not reached the podium. From Pranavi Urs to Lovlina Borgohain, the medal map changed even as traditional strengths remained again.

Bridges under attack: Why Russia is targeting Kyiv's vital crossings

In a strategic move, Russia has targeted crucial bridges spanning the Dnipro River in Kyiv, severely impacting transportation and essential infrastructure. The attacks have led to significant traffic congestion throughout the city, with public transport facing notable disruptions. The Southern Bridge has experienced considerable damage, hindering metro services crucial for daily commuters. In light of these assaults, Ukrainian authorities are exploring alternative options to ensure vital crossings remain operational.

Explained: Why Are Students Protesting In France

The protests affect lycees, the schools where French teens have their last years of school aged from 15-18, the equivalent of high school in the United States and sixth form in the UK.

OpenAI Employee Quits Over 'Broken Culture', Calls For Aviation-Like Safety

Ex-OpenAI employee David Robinson echoed warnings from inside and outside the AI world that its agents are being developed so fast and becoming so smart they could soon elude control and conceivably wipe out humanity.

FIR lodged after 3 women journalists allege sexual harassment at Delhi protest

On October 3, three female journalists reported instances of sexual harassment to the Delhi Police during a protest. These cases were referred to the Crime Branch for further inquiry. This protest, directed at Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar regarding alleged electoral roll discrepancies, resulted in the detention of hundreds, raising concerns regarding the police's handling of the situation, with opposition leaders condemning the use of violence and unauthorized protest measures.