Tech
- Fika Jobs raises $4M to build a video-first hiring platform where AI agents interview candidates
Stockholm-based startup Fika Jobs is building a video-first hiring platform that combines AI interview agents with short-form video profiles, creating something that feels like a cross between LinkedIn and TikTok.
- The running list: major tech layoffs in 2026 where employers cited AI
A running look — in reverse chronological order — at the bigger tech companies that have announced significant layoffs this year with AI as a stated factor.
Health
- Measles Vaccinations Declining Throughout U.S.
Title: Measles Vaccinations Declining Throughout U.S.Category: Health NewsCreated: 6/3/2025 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/3/2025 12:00:00 AM
- Vape Package Warnings Can Deter Use, But Current Rules Are Lacking
Title: Vape Package Warnings Can Deter Use, But Current Rules Are LackingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/3/2025 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/3/2025 12:00:00 AM
Politics
- Greens leader Larissa Waters on holding the Labor government to account — Australian Politics podcast
The new leader of the Australian Greens, Senator Larissa Waters from Queensland talks about her vision for the party, the challenges of a shifting political landscape, and why she believes this is a moment for bold reformsLabor must rewrite current environment laws which ‘facilitate development’, says Larissa Waters Continue reading...
- Minister ridicules Reform claims Labour is ‘terrified’ of party – as it happened
This blog is now closed, you can read more of our UK political coverage hereBritain will continue to supply intelligence to Ukraine, though the more limited capabilities on offer from London and other European countries will make it difficult to replace the flow halted from the US earlier this week.The UK will also continue to supply its analysis of the raw data, sources said on Thursday, though in line with normal intelligence practice it will not simply pass on US information obtained via long-established sharing arrangements between the two countries. Continue reading...
Money
- Trump Account signups now total more than 6 million, but millions more children are eligible
Trump Accounts will soon be available to millions of U.S. children; however, many may miss out on the savings opportunity — and free money.
- Childcare tax breaks can save families and businesses money — but few use them, congressional report finds
Childcare can be expensive for both parents and their employers. Yet existing tax incentives to help defray those costs may go unused, a new report finds.