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Elon Musk-led X suffers brief global outage, service resumed after several users faced interruptions

At least 915 reports of outages were recorded in India at 9.15 am IST, according to the outage tracking website Downdetector.com,.

 University of Chicago

PsiQuantum to establish Quantum Computing Hub in Chicago, creating 150 jobs and revitalizing south side

PsiQuantum is building a 300,000-square-foot Quantum Computer Operations Center in Chicago’s South Side, creating up to 150 jobs. Partnering with the Chicago Quantum Exchange, this initiative includes a multimillion-dollar DARPA Quantum Proving Ground. Supported by Illinois’ $500 million investment, the project aims to advance quantum computing, boost the local economy, and position Chicago as a quantum technology leader.

Indians, other nationals in Lebanon advised to take preventive measures amid escalating tensions with Israel

The Embassy has also advised those residing in Lebanon to restrict movement and exercise caution while staying in regular communication with the Embassy via their specified email or emergency contact number. Similar advisories have been issued by other nations like the US, UK, Australia and Canada asking their citizens to come back home.

Oxford University

Oxford Lactation Research Centre secures future with £9.12 million donation

A £9.12 million donation from the Family Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation secures the future of Oxford University's research centre focused on hormonal regulation in human milk production. The Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation Oxford Centre aims to solve breastfeeding challenges, improve maternal and child health, and foster innovative research, ensuring long-term sustainability and global impact.

UK mass stabbing victims

3 children killed in mass stabbing attack at Taylor Swift-themed dance class in UK

The attack took place on July 29, during a children's dance workshop in Southport England, when a 17-year-old teenager stormed the premises and started stabbing everyone indiscriminately.

Hamas chief

Hamas' political chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated by Israel, group confirms

The death of the Hamas political chief was also confirmed by Iran's Revolutionary Guards, saying Ismail Haniyeh's residence in Tehran was "hit" and he was killed along with a bodyguard. Ismail was in the Iranian capital to attend the swearing-in of Iran's president Masoud Pezeshkian.

Bangladesh protests

National mourning observed on July 30 in Bangladesh for 150 people killed in job-quota protest

It was on July 29 that the Bangladesh government, for the first time, officially acknowledged that 150 people were killed across the country during the students’ unrest over the quota system. Nationwide mourning was observed today (July 30) recalling those who were killed during the quota reform movement.