Japan lost a 5-ton navigation satellite when it fell off a rocket during launch

Japan's H3 rocket experienced a rare failure when it lost a 5-ton navigation satellite during launch, as reported by Ars Technica. The satellite, Michibiki 5, detached from the rocket after the payload fairing was jettisoned, falling into the Pacific Ocean. The incident occurred during the eighth flight of the H3 rocket, marking the second failure in its history. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is investigating the cause, with potential factors including an impact between the payload fairing and the satellite or residual strain energy release at fairing separation. The H3 rocket has a record of six successful launches out of eight flights, with the latest failure impacting the planned launch of the Martian Moons Exploration (MMX) mission.

Memo: Tim Cook told Apple staff that he is “heartbroken by the events in Minneapolis”, calls for a “deescalation”, and says he discussed it with President Trump

Apple CEO Tim Cook sent a memo to staff after backlash for attending a VIP party with Donald and Melania Trump at the White House, which took place just hours after the death of ICU nurse Alex Pretti, who was shot by a federal agent in Minnesota. Cook addressed the situation in Minneapolis, where over 3,000 ICE and Border Patrol agents were sent, and revealed he had a 'good conversation' with President Trump about the events. Apple customers expressed their disapproval, with some threatening to boycott Apple products. Other CEOs, including those from Zoom and AMD, also attended the screening of the Melania documentary.

"DEI only improved things" at Ubisoft, says former employee "stunned" at "misinformation" claiming diversity, equity, and inclusion to blame for Assassin's Creed studio's drop in share prices

A former Ubisoft employee refutes claims that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are to blame for the company's recent drop in share prices, stating that DEI has actually improved the workplace and expanded markets. He warns that blaming DEI advocates would be detrimental to Ubisoft's reputation.

Man Who Sprayed Ilhan Omar at Town Hall Was Huge Fan of Trump | The New Republic

Anthony Kazmierczak, a Trump supporter, attacked Representative Ilhan Omar at a town hall, spraying her with an unknown substance. He followed multiple right-wing accounts on X and had changed his Facebook profile picture to Trump multiple times. Omar continued her town hall despite the attack, emphasizing resilience. Trump has been attacking Omar and the Somali American community, and his response to the attack was to further berate Omar. The president bears responsibility for inciting these attacks, and his history of refusing to take responsibility for his words and actions is evident in his response.

Bondi Reveals That Epstein Files Redactions Still Not Finished After Deadline Blown

Spotify and the three main major record labels sue Anna’s Archive for $13trillion for “brazen theft of millions of files containing nearly all of the world’s commercial sound recordings”

Spotify and three major record labels have filed a lawsuit against Anna's Archive for $13 trillion, alleging the platform scraped 86 million music files. The lawsuit claims the platform is behind the theft of millions of files containing nearly all of the world's commercial sound recordings. A preliminary injunction has been issued to disable access to Anna's Archive domains.

Donald Trump Reacts To Ilhan Omar Attack: 'Probably Had Herself Sprayed' - Newsweek

During a town hall in Minneapolis, Representative Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance by a man who was subsequently restrained. President Donald Trump commented that Omar 'probably had herself sprayed', while Omar herself stated she was unharmed and would continue her work. The incident occurred amid heightened political tensions, with Omar having recently called for the abolition of ICE and the resignation of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

FBI director tells Americans not to bring guns to protests, schools still okay

This satirical article from The Beaverton humorously critiques the double standards in gun control policies by suggesting that while firearms are discouraged at protests, they are still encouraged in schools. The article highlights the absurdity of the situation by listing other inappropriate places to bring guns, such as hospitals and libraries, and references the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse as a point of comparison.

VIDEO: HSI agent sprays protesters after Zipps raid in north Phoenix

A video has emerged showing a federal officer spraying what appears to be pepper spray at a group of people standing on the sidewalk outside a Zipps Sports Grill in north Phoenix after a raid. The footage, which has sparked controversy over officer conduct, shows no violence but raises questions about the actions of Homeland Security Investigations officers. Experts have stated that there was no justification for any use of force in this incident.

Bluesky is testing ‘live’ features to take on X

Bluesky is rolling out 'live' features to compete with X, with a focus on making feeds more interactive and timely during live events. The 2026 development roadmap includes updates for feeds, follows, posting, and real-time features, aiming to enhance user experience. Bluesky also plans to improve basic features like drafts, longer videos, and faster video uploads, while positioning itself as a refuge for users who miss the pre-Musk era of Twitter.

A WB-57 pilot just made a heroic landing in Houston after its landing gear failed

One of NASA’s WB-57 aircraft made an emergency landing in Houston without its landing gear. The pilot managed to land the aircraft safely, and the crew remained unharmed. NASA will conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the mechanical issue. The WB-57 aircraft, originally developed in 1944, has a history of military and scientific missions, including weather reconnaissance and atmospheric sampling.

ICE agents training is obviously very deficient

Ecuador says ICE agent attempted to enter its Minneapolis consulate

Budapest mayor charged over his calls for people to defy Hungary’s Pride ban | Hungary | The Guardian

Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony faces charges for organizing a Pride march in defiance of Hungary's ban, highlighting tensions between the government and LGBTQ+ rights advocates.

US dollar sinks to its lowest level in four years | The Guardian

The US dollar has fallen to its lowest level in four years, dropping by 1.3% against a basket of currencies after President Trump dismissed concerns over the currency's decline. This marks the fourth day of declines and follows the largest one-day drop since April of last year. Trump's comments have led investors to seek safer assets like gold and the Swiss franc, causing the dollar to touch its lowest level since February 2022.