News Digest

Peace talks between the US and Iran in Pakistan have failed. Both sides couldn't agree on nuclear rules or sea trade routes. With no deal signed, tensions remain high as the US delegation heads home.

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NASA’s Artemis II launched on April 1, 2026. Four astronauts are currently flying around the Moon. This 10-day mission aims to test systems for a permanent human presence on the lunar surface.

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A jury ruled that Meta and YouTube are responsible for making their apps addictive, which hurt a young woman’s mental health. This case tests if companies can be sued for choosing profit over user safety.

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Trump and Takaichi strengthened US–Japan ties with major investments and cooperation. However, Japan refused military support on Iran due to constitutional limits, highlighting a gap where Japan relies more on economic support than direct military involvement.

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Daily audiobook listening in the US has risen from 3% in 2016 to 8% today—a 167% increase. Meanwhile, 51% of American adults report having listened to at least one audiobook, surveys show.

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Most Black women have, at some point, purchased hair extensions for box braids, boho braids, twists or faux locs. But a growing number of studies are revealing dozens of potentially dangerous chemicals and carcinogens in these hair extensions.

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Smartphone prices are projected to rise 14% to a record $523 as an AI-driven semiconductor shortage shifts memory chip supply toward data centers, reducing availability for consumer electronics like phones and laptops.

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Anthropic launched Claude Cowork in January to expand beyond coding into broader office tasks. After adding finance, legal, and cybersecurity tools and upgrading its AI model, rapid updates have unsettled Wall Street, raising fears of product obsolescence and mass layoffs.

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Novo Nordisk’s India patent expires in March, enabling local manufacturers to launch generic versions. Analysts expect a major price war, potentially cutting weight-loss drug costs by up to 90% and expanding India’s semaglutide market to $1 billion.

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The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that President Donald Trump violated federal law when he unilaterally imposed sweeping tariffs across the globe, a striking loss for the White House on an issue that has been central to the president’s foreign policy and economic agenda.

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