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"AI does create a better doctor, but only when doctors rely on their own knowledge and use AI as a tool for enhancement," says a viewer from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, sharing her thoughts on whether AI is creating better doctors or making them more dependent on technology

US law enforcement disrupted a plot to attack the White House during a mixed martial arts event attended by US President Donald Trump and other top officials over the weekend, FBI Director Kash Patel said Tuesday. "Thanks to the rapid action of this FBI, our partners, and the Department of Justice in a multi-state operation, multiple individuals are now in custody and allegedly planned attacks were stopped cold," Patel said on X.

Ritu Phogat discusses her MMA journey, comeback plans, training camps in Kyrgyzstan or Thailand, balancing motherhood with fighting, India's MMA growth and her experience with HYROX

As governments impose AI export controls and tech firms build powerful models from public data, a debate is growing over ownership, access and digital power.

Cape Verde stunned the world with perhaps their most significant achievement on the global stage, restricting Spain to a scoreless draw in their tournament opener. Here are five fascinating facts about the third-smallest country (by population) to secure WC qualifications.

Mumbai has already been facing a 10% water cut since May 15, but civic officials say additional restrictions have now become necessary to ensure the remaining water stock lasts until substantial monsoon inflows reach the reservoirs.

Indian Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump met at the G7 Summit in France, marking their first in-person interaction since 2025 amid efforts to navigate bilateral trade strains.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is raising fresh concerns among global health experts, with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) warning that the true scale of the crisis may still be unknown. More than 780 confirmed cases have been reported, while aid groups say dangerous gaps remain in surveillance, testing and containment efforts. MSF has described the situation as deeply worrying, cautioning that the outbreak could become one of the most challenging public health emergencies the country has faced in recent years.

China has exported 25,378 tonnes of rare-earth ore, metals and compounds during January-May 2026, as compared with nearly 24,832 tonnes in the corresponding period last year.

US President Donald Trump met the President of the UAE on the sidelines of the G7 Summit, with regional security and maritime stability expected to feature prominently in discussions. Following the meeting, Trump expressed confidence that the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz would be fully open by Friday.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has revealed that at one time in her career, professional achievements became the primary focus, which left little room for self-reflection or reassessment. Read on to know more.

SpaceX has overtaken Amazon to become the world's fifth-most valuable company after a sharp rally in its share price.

Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch has arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in widespread fraud and running scams related to the NEET exam. Read about the ongoing investigation and crackdown on examination malpractice.

Artificial intelligence is becoming a powerful force in online shopping. According to new findings, shoppers referred through AI tools such as ChatGPT are spending more than traditional online visitors, highlighting how AI recommendations are influencing purchasing decisions. Retail websites also saw AI-generated traffic surge by 138% in May compared to a year earlier. As consumers increasingly rely on AI for product discovery and buying advice, retailers are rapidly adapting to a new era of digital commerce driven by intelligent assistants.

#WIONHealthPulse | What does a healthier future look like? Join policymakers, healthcare pioneers, wellness experts, and innovators as WION Health Pulse brings together some of the most influential voices shaping the future of healthcare. From India's role as the world's pharmacy to mental health, AI-driven healthcare, and holistic wellness—this is where the most important conversations on health begin June 17th 2026 | New Delhi

Joe Root admits "disbelief" as he returns to lead England on a game-by-game basis for the 2nd Test against New Zealand after captain Ben Stokes is exiled over a late-night curfew breach.

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress of the US and Tupolev Tu-95 "Bear" of Russia are among the oldest strategic bombers still in active service. Introduced just a year apart in the 1950s, both were designed for long-range nuclear deterrence during the Cold War.

If rumours are to be believed, Alia Bhatt has been roped in to play a character in the sequel of Nag Ashwin's Kalki 2898 AD. Speculations are rife that Alia is set to play the character which was played by Deepika in the first film.

Complex plant life on Earth will be able to survive the most extreme scenario created by the heating and ageing Sun. A study has found that the biosphere could live for another 1.84 billion years. However, humans would have already been long gone.