A U.S. dual citizen is among 3 Israeli hostages exchanged for Palestinian prisoners

A team of scientists has achieved "certified randomness" using a quantum computer, an advancement that enhances network encryption security by generating unpredictable random numbers. Traditional computing methods approximate randomness, making them vulnerable to hacking, whereas quantum systems leverage inherent unpredictability to create secure data. The new method eliminates reliance on private keys, allowing for fresh, certifiable random numbers that bolster cryptographic protection. Full Article

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan criticized Israel for destabilizing Syria during the Antalya diplomacy forum, asserting Turkey's commitment to preventing further chaos in Syria. Erdoğan emphasized Turkey's collaboration with regional powers, including the U.S. and Russia, to maintain Syria’s stability and reiterated efforts to lift sanctions on Syria. Tensions between Turkey and Israel have escalated following recent Israeli airstrikes in Syria, prompting discussions about a deconfliction mechanism between the two nations to ensure regional stability....

Veteran sprinter Rohan Browning won the Australian national 100m title in Perth with a personal best time of 10.01 seconds, narrowly defeating 21-year-old Lachie Kennedy. Despite recent injury challenges, Browning expressed optimism about his future, aiming to break the 10-second barrier and compete in the 2028 Olympics. He emphasized his readiness to reclaim his status in Australian sprinting, highlighting that these years are crucial for his peak performance and asserting his position among the emerging...

Emergency legislation was passed by the UK Parliament during a rare Saturday sitting, granting the government special powers to mandate that loss-making steel operations in England, particularly British Steel’s Scunthorpe works, remain operational or face criminal penalties for executives. This decision followed urgent discussions among Prime Minister Keir Starmer and cabinet ministers to avert the imminent collapse of the Scunthorpe steelworks, which risked shutting down its furnaces and resulting in significant job losses. Business Secretary...

Summary Sir Keir Starmer championed domestic steel production on Saturday as the government enacted emergency legislation granting itself significant powers to oversee the operations of steelworks in Scunthorpe and other locations. This move underscores the government's commitment to bolster the UK steel industry amid ongoing challenges. The extraordinary measures aim to ensure the sustainability and vitality of steel production in the country. Full Article

Liverpool is set to host West Ham United in the English Premier League at Anfield on Sunday at 2pm (13:00 GMT), with the opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the table to 13 points. Following a contract extension for Mohamed Salah, manager Arne Slot aims to secure future deals for defenders Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, while West Ham, currently 16th, seeks to solidify their status in the league. Liverpool has...