Tech 24 - #QuitGPT: Can an AI boycott really change big tech?
It started quietly, with a handful of posts on tech forums and Reddit explaining why and how you should uninstall and unsubscribe from ChatGPT. Now the campaign #QuitGPT has more than 4 million participants worldwide, and the numbers are still climbing. FRANCE 24 tech journalist Charlotte Lam »»»
Zelenskiy facing growing domestic crisis as support in his own party melts
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is facing a growing domestic political crisis as deputies in his own Servant of the People party start to rebel against his authority. The war-hero president has seen his popularity »»»
Taliban says Pakistani strike killed 400 at Kabul hospital - UPI.com
Taliban security stand guard at the scene of alleged Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul, Afghanistan, early Tuesday. Authorities alleged that Pakistani strikes targeted a drug addiction treatment facility in Kabul, resulting in civilian deaths. Photo by Samiullah Popal/EPA March 17 (UPI) -- A Pakistani »»»
13,500-year-old human settlement discovered in Saudi Arabia
Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Saudi Heritage Commission has announced new archaeological findings that provide evidence of early human settlement in northern Arabia dating back around 13,500 years. The discovery was detailed in a scientific study published in the journal Nature titled “The Natufian Epipala»»»
Air traffic snarled due to winter weather, government shutdown - UPI.com
A combination of wild weather -- winter weather in the Midwest and wicked rain and hail in the Southeast -- made all manner of travel worse on Monday, especially air travel because of the partial government shutdown that has left the TSA unfunded. Photo by Aaron Josefczyk/UPI | License Photo March »»»
Hungary announces oil pipeline deal amid feud with Ukraine
Hungary is set to sign a deal with neighboring Slovakia on building a new bilateral oil pipeline, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has announced. Budapest and Bratislava have been caught in an escalating feud with Ukraine and the EU over Russian oil deliveries being blocked by Kiev. The row centers»»»
UAE cyber security council warns of risks from unsecured surveillance cameras
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cyber Security Council has urged individuals, families and organisations to remain vigilant against cyber threats that may target surveillance cameras, warning that poorly secured devices can become gateways for cyberattacks. In an awareness campaign, the council said surveillanc»»»
Zelensky seeking to ‘punish’ Slovakia for peace aspirations – Fico
Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky will never restore oil flows through the Druzhba pipeline, which serves as the key artery for delivering Russian oil to Slovakia and Hungary, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has said. He has rebuked the EU for its reluctance to exert sufficient pressure on Kiev to unlo»»»
Watch: Britain's first elephant shrew pups, 'the Snootlets,' born at zoo - UPI.com
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hertfordshire Zoo (@hertfordshirezoo) March 16 (UPI) -- The Hertfordshire Zoo in England announced the births of two elephant shrew pups -- the very first of their species to be born in Britain. The zoo said the elephant shrews, also known as black and r»»»
Watch: Prosthetic leg, surfboard among Los Angeles Metro's Lost & Found - UPI.com
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Secret Los Angeles (@secret.losangeles) March 13 (UPI) -- The Los Angeles Metro revealed some of the most unusual items in its Lost & Found, including a surfboard, a prosthetic leg and a 55-inch TV. Los Angeles Metro Lost & Found office, located off Pasa»»»
From tornadoes to blizzards, severe weather expected to batter parts of the US
Severe weather bringing everything from tornadoes and thunderstorms to blizzard conditions and snow is expected to stretch across the eastern US on Monday. Over a dozen states were under a wind advisory on Monday morning, from Missouri to Maine, with tornado watches in place in parts of Florida, Al»»»
Creed to Sinners: Michael B Jordan's road to Oscars recognition
Across more than a decade, Michael B Jordan and director Ryan Coogler have built one of Hollywood's most productive creative partnerships. Their collaborations have given audiences Creed and Black Panther, and now their latest film, Sinners, has delivered the biggest moment yet. The vampire horror »»»
Dutch AI firm Nebius says signs $27bn deal with Meta
The Hague: Dutch artificial intelligence firm Nebius said on Monday it had signed a deal worth $27 billion over five years to provide AI infrastructure to social media giant Meta. Nebius said it would provide $12 billion of computing capacity from the beginning of next year across multiple location»»»
Brussels wants ‘our sons to die for Ukraine’ – Orban
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Brussels of dragging the EU into a direct war with Russia through potential troop deployments to Ukraine. Speaking at the ‘Peace March’ in Budapest on Sunday, which drew tens of thousands of supporters, Orban said Brussels had taken “the war upon it»»»
Hear, move, express with Human Mobile Devices (HMD)
Human Mobile Devices (HMD), the European brand celebrated for designing technology around real human needs, is making its Middle East debut with an all-new line of accessories, ahead of its global rollout. Leading the charge is DUB, a bold new audio brand, alongside two stylish smartwatches, offeri»»»
Buzz, Unease as UK Crowds Watch US Bombers Head to War
Hidden behind a tall hedgerow in the English countryside, Charlie Cumming stood at the fence of an air force base, camera raised towards a US B-1 Lancer bomber parked nearby. He was one of hundreds of curious onlookers who flocked to the airfield at RAF Fairford in the southwestern county of Glouce»»»
GASTAT: Saudi Consumer Inflation Eased to 1.7% in February
Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate edged down to 1.7 percent in February, the lowest level since January 2025, according to data from the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The consumer price index eased from 1.8 percent in January to 1.7 percent, GASTAT said Sunday. The data further show»»»
London Boasts 12 of Top 100 Cinemas in the World
The cinema might feel like a relic to some – a moment from before films were available at the press of a button at home – but those interested in cinemas never turn their back on an afternoon spent sitting in complete darkness with total strangers in front of a booming big screen. According to METR»»»
Fidesz and Tisza flex muscles, mobilise hundreds of thousands in last big rallies before election
Hungary’s two leading political blocs, Fidesz and the Tisza Party, held mass rallies on March 15 in a prominent display of power, widely seen as a measure of their capacity to rally voters ahead of the April 12 elections. Prime Minister Viktor Orban vowed to keep Hungary "an island of security and »»»
UAE travel alert: Etihad updates flight schedule - Check destinations until March 16
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi's flag carrier Etihad Airways has released its latest limited flight schedule, operating to key destinations from Abu Dhabi. The airline has listed flights for March 16, allowing passengers with existing bookings to be accommodated as soon as possible. The airline advises trave»»»
‘We will not be Ukrainian colony’ – massive rally held in Budapest (VIDEO)
Tens of thousands of Hungarians flooded the streets of Budapest on Sunday in a show of support for Prime Minister Viktor Orban. People from all over the country joined a ‘Peace March’ in the capital held under the slogan: “We will not be a Ukrainian colony!” The Orban government has long opposed th»»»
Crisis through a child’s eyes: Why your reaction matters
When a crisis strikes, adults often focus on managing the immediate realities - safety, logistics, information, and decisions. In the midst of this, it is easy to overlook the quiet observers around us: our children. Yet children are often the most deeply affected during such moments. Their underst»»»
Raphinha hits treble as Liga leaders Barca thrash Sevilla
Barcelona: Raphinha bagged a hat-trick as Barcelona thrashed Sevilla 5-2 to restore their four-point lead at the top of La Liga on Sunday. After Real Madrid cut the gap by beating Elche on Saturday the Spanish champions responded by romping to a comfortable victory. Dani Olmo and Joao Cancelo also »»»
I’m worried about Tucker Carlson’s safety – John Kiriakou
The life and freedom of US journalist Tucker Carlson might be in danger, CIA whistleblower and host of the RT program Deep State John Kiriakou has said. Carlson claimed on Saturday that the CIA is preparing a criminal referral against him to the US Justice Department. “What’s that crime? Well, talk»»»
Qatar Airways operates limited flight schedule to and from Doha
DOHA: With scheduled flight operations of Qatar Airways still temporarily suspended due to the continued closure of Qatari airspace, the airline has assured passengers that it is making every effort to support their travel needs and help reunite them with family and loved ones. In a statement, the »»»
French police detain brothers over 'lethal and antisemitic' plot
French anti-terror prosecutors have opened an investigation into two brothers suspected of plotting a "lethal and antisemitic" attack. They say the men – described as Moroccan-Italian nationals aged 20 and 22 – were picked up last week in a car in northern France. Officers found a loaded semi-autom»»»
Zelensky: EU pressure to open Russian oil pipeline is 'blackmail'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told his European allies that pressure to re-open the Druzhba oil pipeline carrying Russian supplies was like "blackmail", he said in remarks released Sunday. The Soviet-era pipeline that crosses Ukraine was damaged in a Russian strike in January, Kyiv says. U»»»
Oscars 2026: What to expect, how to watch and who will win
Hollywood stars are gearing up for Sunday night's Oscars, in an exciting year for the awards race where several categories are too close to call. Political thriller One Battle After Another is the favourite to win best picture, but it faces tough competition from vampire horror Sinners, which has a»»»
Qatar Airways updates flight destinations for March 15 until 18
Doha: Following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming limited operating corridors, Qatar Airways intends to operate the following flight schedule in the coming days to support passengers who have been affected by the current disruption, and to help them reunite »»»
Sharjah Civil Defence raises emergency readiness for Laylat Al Qadr and Eid Al Fitr
Sharjah: The Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has stepped up its operational readiness ahead of the 27th night of Ramadan , widely observed as Laylat Al Qadr , and the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holidays, as part of a comprehensive plan to enhance safety and ensure rapid emergency response across the emir»»»
Gdansk becomes eighth most important port in EU, overtaking Amsterdam
The Port of Gdańsk ranked eighth among European ports and sixth in the EU by cargo throughput in 2025, surpassing ports in Valencia, Amsterdam and Constanța. The port handled 80.4 mln tonnes of cargo during the year. Europe’s largest port remains the Port of Rotterdam, with 428.4 mln tonnes, follow»»»
Dutch Authorities Seek 2 Suspects in Blast Outside Amsterdam Jewish School
Dutch authorities were hunting Saturday for two people suspected of setting off an explosion outside a Jewish school in Amsterdam. The mayor denounced the attack as a cowardly act of aggression against the city's Jewish community. A City Hall statement said the overnight blast against the outer wal»»»
US judge quashes subpoenas in Justice Department's probe of Fed chair Powell
A federal judge on Friday quashed Justice Department subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve in January, dealing a fresh blow to an investigation that has already attracted strong criticism on Capitol Hill. A US federal judge has quashed subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve as part of an investi»»»
Residents refuse to leave the Lebanese Hezbollah bastion of Tyre despite Israeli strikes
As Israel has ramped up attacks on south Lebanon it has called for residents to evacuate – but some in the Hezbollah stronghold of Tyre are refusing to leave their homes and businesses despite the danger. As fierce fighting continues in southern Lebanon, Israel has issued mass evacua»»»
Jewish school explosion in Amsterdam was 'targeted attack,' mayor says - UPI.com
Police investigate the scene following an overnight explosion at a Jewish school in the Buitenveldert district of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on Saturday. Photo by Michel Van Bergen/EPA March 14 (UPI) -- An explosion early Saturday at a Jewish school in Amsterdam was a "targeted attack" fueled by a»»»
She spent 16 hours on Instagram in a day. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame
Kaley would look at Instagram until she fell asleep. She would wake up in the middle of the night to check her notifications. She would open the app as soon as she woke up. One day, she spent 16 hours on Instagram. "I stopped engaging with my family because I was spending all my time on social medi»»»
Blast Lightly Damages Jewish School in Amsterdam
An explosion lightly damaged a Jewish school in Amsterdam early on Saturday, in what the city's mayor described as "a deliberate attack against the Jewish community". The explosion at the school in an upscale residential neighborhood on the south side of Amsterdam damaged a rainpipe and charred an »»»
Russell beats Ferrari to win Shanghai F1 Sprint
Shanghai: Mercedes' George Russell held off a challenge from Ferrari to convert pole position into victory in an entertaining first Sprint race of the 2026 Formula 1 season. After setting the fastest time in Friday's qualifying session, Russell held his lead into the first corner but was overtaken »»»
Explosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'a deliberate attack' says mayor
An explosion has damaged a Jewish school in the Dutch capital Amsterdam, in what the city mayor condemned as a "deliberate attack against the Jewish community". Mayor Femke Halsema said the overnight blast caused limited damage to the outer wall of the school in the Buitenveldert district. No injur»»»
Blast outside Jewish school in Amsterdam, no injuries
Belgium: An overnight blast against an exterior wall of a Jewish school in Amsterdam did not cause any injuries, Mayor Femke Halsema said Saturday, denouncing "a cowardly act of aggression". The police have CCTV footage of a person placing the explosive device, she said. An investigation has been o»»»
Serbia confirms purchase of Chinese supersonic missiles
Serbia’s president confirmed late on March 12 that the country possesses Chinese-made supersonic surface-attack missiles after images circulating online appeared to show the weapons mounted on Serbian fighter jets. Photos »»»
Serbia confirms purchase of Chinese supersonic missiles
Serbia’s president confirmed late on March 12 that the country possesses Chinese-made supersonic surface-attack missiles after images circulating online appeared to show the weapons mounted on Serbian fighter jets. Photos »»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards
Last year's War of the Worlds – starring Ice Cube as a man who must save humanity from an alien invasion without leaving his desk – has swept the board at this year's Razzie Awards, for the worst films of 2025. As Hollywood gears up to honour the year's best films at the Oscars on Sunday, the Prime»»»
Russia is wrong to think Iran war will offer respite on Ukraine, Macron says
Russia is wrong to think the war in Iran will give it respite in Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday at a joint press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky. The leaders were meeting for talks on ways to increase pressure on Russia, including increasi»»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
Joining the ranks of Walt Disney - meet the director nominated for 2 Oscars for 2 different films
Being nominated for an Academy Award is a dream come true, the ultimate recognition in film that can open doors and bolster name recognition to further a successful career. But that dreamy feeling is doubled for American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir. She is nominated twice - in two separate categories »»»
Watch: Goldfish drives custom-built car a record distance in one minute - UPI.com
March 13 (UPI) -- A Netherlands engineer built a car for his pet goldfish, Blub, who drove the vehicle a distance of 40 feet in one minute to break a world record. Thomas de Wolf constructed a four-wheeled vehicle with a water tank for a driver's seat. The vehicle is steered by analyzing the moveme»»»