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Princeton researchers close major Internet Security Gap, launch Global Standard with Industry Leaders

Princeton engineers have closed a critical internet security loophole by introducing a new standard for verifying website identities. This method, adopted globally, requires certification authorities to validate websites from multiple locations, preventing attackers from easily creating fraudulent sites. This breakthrough, developed with industry leaders, strengthens online security for billions of daily internet transactions.

Dr. Briana Barocas

NYU Silver Professor Dr. Briana Barocas to lead $8M study on restorative practices for Domestic and Sexual Violence

NYU Silver’s Dr. Briana Barocas has received an $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to evaluate restorative practices addressing domestic and sexual violence. The study will assess victim-centered, trauma-responsive alternatives to punitive justice, aiming to improve healing, accountability, and community safety. Insights will guide practitioners and policymakers on effective methods for supporting survivors and holding offenders accountable.

Khalistani extremists allegedly attack devotees at Hindu temple in Canada, Indian High Commission denounces incident

The temple was hosting a consular camp that was co-organized by the Indian High Commission at the time of the incident. The celebration was disrupted by a mob that targeted Hindus, including women and children, while holding sticks and banners linked to pro-Khalistan organizations.

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At least 10 killed, houses burnt after in Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupts in Indonesia

The lava hit several villages killing at least 10 people including a child whose bodies were found with a 4-kilometer (2.4 mile) radius of the crater.

 University of Toronto

Canada's Supercomputer Surge: University of Toronto to lead High-Powered research with $52 Million upgrade

The University of Toronto will receive over $52 million to upgrade SciNet, Canada’s fast supercomputer, boosting research in fields like AI, health care, and sustainable tech. Funded by the Digital Research Alliance and Ontario, the upgrade will triple SciNet’s power, enhancing research capabilities nationwide, reducing costs, and equipping students with essential high-performance computing skills.

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At least 42 killed in Israeli strikes on Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza

The Gaza government media office described Israeli air and artillery bombardment as the "deliberate targeting of civilians, including children and women," and urged the international community to put pressure on Israel to halt attacks against unarmed civilians.

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei warns Israel, US of ‘crushing response’ over offensive actions

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has issued a stern warning to both Israel and its ally the United States of severe consequences if they continue to escalate actions against the Islamic Republic. The supreme leader stressed that any direct or indirect aggression against Iran by Israel or its allies would be met with a forceful and “crushing response.”