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Zhipu Shares Surge on AI Optimism

Zhipu Shares Surge on AI Optimism

Jun 20, 2026 · David Chen

Zhipu, a Chinese AI model developer, saw its shares rise 33% on Monday after a volatile trading session. The company's stock had jumped as much as 48% earlier i

SpaceX Valuation Soars After Record Debut

SpaceX Valuation Soars After Record Debut

Jun 20, 2026 · Emily Ross

SpaceX shares surged in premarket trading on Monday after the company's record-breaking Nasdaq debut last week. The jump came on the back of a 19% rise on Frida

First Functional Nuclear Clock Heralded

First Functional Nuclear Clock Heralded

Jun 20, 2026 · David Chen

Scientists have created a working nuclear clock based on radioactive thorium atoms, marking a significant breakthrough. This achievement was announced on June 1

US-Iran Deal: What's Left to Negotiate?

US-Iran Deal: What's Left to Negotiate?

Jun 20, 2026 · James Parker

The US and Iran have reportedly agreed to end fighting on all fronts and open talks on a broader settlement. Talks between the two nations have been ongoing, wi

SpaceX Valuation Surpasses $2 Trillion Mark

SpaceX Valuation Surpasses $2 Trillion Mark

Jun 20, 2026 · Emily Ross

SpaceX shares began trading on Nasdaq on Friday, surging 19% on their debut. The company's valuation now exceeds $2 trillion. The rocket firm, owned by Elon Mus

Data Centers Get a Cooling Boost

Data Centers Get a Cooling Boost

Jun 20, 2026 · James Parker

Data centers are growing in size and number to meet the increasing demand for AI and cloud computing services, consuming more energy. This rising energy demand

Why We're Being Profiled by AI

Why We're Being Profiled by AI

Jun 20, 2026 · James Parker

Aisha Down, Guardian AI correspondent, spoke with Gavin Lee of France 24 about the growing concern over AI profiling. The conversation centered around Anthropic

Benefit Blunder Leaves Carers in Debt

Benefit Blunder Leaves Carers in Debt

Jun 19, 2026 · Hannah Price

The UK's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been allowing unpaid carers to accumulate debt by continuing to pay benefits despite repeated requests to st

Riots and Racism: Why is Britain on Fire?

Riots and Racism: Why is Britain on Fire?

Jun 19, 2026 · James Parker

Protests turned violent in several UK cities, with clashes between police and demonstrators, and widespread damage to property. The unrest began in England and