Anthropic, the AI startup founded by the Amodei siblings, faces criticism from Trump’s AI czar while racing against OpenAI for market leadership. The company champions stricter safety and transparency rules, contrasting with OpenAI’s regulatory stance.
Gold fell more than 2% on Friday after reaching a record above $4,300 per ounce, pressured by a stronger dollar and President Trump’s tariff remarks. The metal is still poised for a strong weekly gain amid safe-haven demand.
European stocks rose on Thursday, led by gains in food, beverage, and banking sectors, while political stability in France and strong corporate earnings supported markets. Whitbread fell as profits declined, while Nestlé surged amid a major workforce reduction.
South Korea’s Kospi hit a record high for the third straight day, driven by optimism around U.S. trade talks. Meanwhile, the Kosdaq fell and other Asia-Pacific markets struggled amid banking and trade concerns.
The U.S. dollar is set for a weekly loss amid trade tensions, regional bank concerns, and a partial government shutdown, with investors turning to safe-haven currencies like the Swiss franc and yen. The euro and dollar index also reflect significant weekly movements.
Pakistan’s Information Minister Ata Tarar criticized the ICC’s statement on the deaths of three Afghan cricketers, calling it selective and biased. He urged fair and balanced recognition of such tragedies.
England defeated India by four runs in a thrilling Women’s World Cup match in Indore, advancing to the semifinals. The closely contested victory highlighted England’s composure and tactical brilliance under pressure.
Virat Kohli credits Australia’s intense cricketing environment with shaping his resilience and mental toughness. Facing high-pressure challenges abroad helped him grow both as a cricketer and as an individual.
Oxford University’s new Life and Mind building opens this year, bringing together the Departments of Biology and Experimental Psychology and state-of-the-art research facilities. The project will support over 1,400 staff and students and address global scientific challenges.
Oxford University has been ranked world number one by Times Higher Education for the tenth consecutive year, the longest streak in the rankings’ 21-year history. The achievement highlights Oxford’s global excellence in research and teaching.
