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The White House argued in a court filing that press access to the president is a 'privilege' rather than a right, as it defends its ban on outlets including CNN, Politico and MS NOW. The case, reported by The New York Times, raises First Amendment questions about whether the government can punish news organizations for critical coverage.

A new open-source project called virtio-nvgpu has been released, offering near-native Nvidia GPU performance inside KVM virtual machines. By paravirtualizing GPU access rather than relying on slower emulation or full passthrough, it could make Linux virtualization far more practical for gaming, AI workloads and compute-heavy tasks. Developers on Hacker News are discussing the implications for CUDA workloads and comparing it to existing GPU virtualization approaches.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine says the state will hold prediction market operator Kalshi accountable for operating illegally, following a court ruling on the matter. The move signals an escalation in the dispute over whether Kalshi's sports event contracts constitute unregulated gambling in Ohio. State officials are expected to pursue enforcement action, and the case is being watched as part of a wider legal fight over prediction markets nationwide.

Reddit is ending support for RSS feeds and further restricting its public API, as the company continues locking down access to its vast archive of user-generated content. The move follows earlier API pricing changes that sparked major protests from moderators and third-party app developers, and reflects growing concern over AI companies scraping the platform to train their models without paying.

A security researcher has published a write-up claiming he could have accessed 17 trillion Microsoft records through a vulnerability, and that the flaw has since been resolved. The technical blog post details how the exposure was found, and it is drawing attention in the cybersecurity community as another example of the scale of data accessible through misconfigured cloud services.

Meteorologist Mario Giuliacci reports a period of atmospheric stability over Italy lasting until Monday, with predominantly sunny skies and maximum temperatures reaching 28-29°C. His outlook, carried by la Repubblica, points to mild late-season conditions with no significant weather disturbances expected in the coming days.

The so-called Trump Accounts — new tax-advantaged investment accounts for children created under US legislation — are drawing attention as families seek clarity on how they work. Coverage outlines the investment options available, eligibility rules, contribution limits and guidelines for opening and managing the accounts, as parents weigh whether to set one up for their children.

A new humanoid robot priced at $3,555 is drawing attention for being deliberately slow and basic. Commentators say the low cost is the real achievement: affordable hardware could open robot development to hobbyists, labs and startups, much as cheap components did for other technologies. Coverage frames its simplicity as a feature rather than a flaw.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has claimed that artificial intelligence tools support his anti-vaccine positions, but a fact-check by Ars Technica found that AI systems do not back his views. The verification contradicts the Health Secretary's assertion, adding to ongoing controversy over his vaccine-related statements.

MI5 has issued an espionage alert accusing the China General Technology Research Institute of using British academics to spy on British AI research. The security service says the institute has very strong ties to China's Ministry of State Security, its civilian intelligence agency, warning universities and researchers about attempts to obtain sensitive AI technology.

A coalition of consumer advocacy groups, led by the Consumer Federation of America, has sent a letter to Congress urging lawmakers to act against the growing threat of technology-enabled scams. The coalition is calling for companies to be held accountable when their products facilitate fraud, arguing that stronger liability would push tech firms to do more to protect consumers from online scams.

An electric car will travel alongside a similarly powered electric boat on what is being described as a historic trip to Camden, according to an announcement. The pairing of the two battery-powered vehicles is framed as a milestone for electric transport on land and water. Details about timing and participants remain limited.

The Justice Department has accused federal judges in Minnesota of judicial misconduct, citing interviews they gave to the New York Times about immigration matters. The move marks an unusual escalation between the department and the federal judiciary. Details of the specific allegations and how the judges have responded remain limited so far.

A neurologist at the University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine is calling for worldwide action to improve access to stroke treatment. The appeal highlights gaps in the availability of timely stroke care, particularly in low-resource settings, and urges health systems and policymakers to expand treatment options and faster intervention globally.

The American College of Cardiology has issued a new scientific statement concluding that overall diet quality, rather than any single nutrient or food, is key to maintaining heart health. The guidance emphasises balanced, long-term eating patterns for cardiovascular disease prevention and is expected to inform how clinicians counsel patients on nutrition.

Researchers at the University of Notre Dame have found that cancer patients living with HIV must travel greater distances than other patients to access clinical trials, adding barriers to care for a group already facing health disparities. The finding highlights geographic inequities in trial access and raises questions about how trial sites are distributed across the country.

New research reported via Newswise suggests that living environment and lifestyle factors may accelerate biological ageing already in early adulthood, not just later in life. The findings point to everyday conditions—such as surroundings and habits—shaping how fast the body ages, with potential implications for prevention strategies aimed at young adults.

The US Navy has granted preliminary acceptance of the aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy, a key milestone before the ship enters active service. The second Ford-class carrier has faced years of construction delays, and the signing moves it closer to commissioning. Defense watchers are noting the step as progress for the Navy's next-generation carrier program.

An actress has revealed that as a 15-year-old she was accused of murder, according to a report carried by Syracuse.com. The claim concerns a serious allegation from her teenage years that she has now made public. Details about the case, the outcome of the accusation, and her reasons for speaking out have not been made clear.

Beijing has accused Taiwan of distorting the historical record of World War Two, part of an ongoing dispute over how the war against Japan is remembered. China's government frames the wartime legacy as evidence of its rightful claim over Taiwan, while Taiwan's government emphasises its own role in the victory and resists Beijing's narrative. The dispute reflects how wartime history remains central to cross-strait political tensions today.