The chips in your phone are probably broken – and that's a good thing
Reports suggest that Apple is using defective chips originally destined for high-end devices to create its latest affordable laptop. Reusing partially broken chips is common practice for all device makers and produces less waste Source link
Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 2.25%
The bank was widely expected to hold rates, despite the fact that energy prices have shot up due to the war in Iran, changing the inflation forecast. Source link
China to help Australia with jet fuel supplies, Wong says
Australia’s foreign minister says the Chinese Government is engaging with Australian businesses on jet fuel supplies as she tours the region. Source link
In 1994, three explorers followed a faint breeze into a hidden cave and unlocked a 'time capsule' sealed for 30,000 years
Three spelunkers discovered Chauvet Cave in France in 1994. The cave contains ancient artwork dating back 30,000 years. This art shows sophisticated depictions of animals. The discovery changed views on early human history. The cave is now protected, with a replica for visitors. It highlights creativity as an inherent human trait. Source link
Iran has highly enriched uranium at Isfahan complex, UN nuclear agency believes
The majority of Iran’s highly enriched uranium is likely still at its Isfahan nuclear complex, which was bombarded by airstrikes last year and faced less intense attacks in this year’s U.S.-Israeli war, the head of the UN nuclear agency told The Associated Press. Source link
Iran war has cost U.S. an estimated $25B thus far, Pentagon official says
The Pentagon’s chief financial officer said Wednesday to a congressional committee that the war with Iran has cost an estimated $25 billion US so far, as Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth gave public testimony for the first time since airstrikes were launched on Feb. 28. Source link
Global forest loss slows but El Niño fires could threaten progress
The loss of tropical rainforests eased last year, according to new analysis, but scientists warn they are still disappearing rapidly. Source link
PM defends record as Badenoch says he squandered election win
The prime minister and Conservative leader argue over welfare and defence spending ahead of May elections. Source link
APRA Music Awards winners for 2026 announced
Punk rockers Amyl and The Sniffers have bagged three top gongs at the Australian music industry’s APRA awards. Source link
F.D.A. Releases Results from Major Infant Formula Safety Study
The agency said the analysis of more than 300 formula samples was reassuring, but outside experts raised some concerns. Source link