Rocket Lab reported record Q2 revenue of US$234m and a US$2.4b backlog, while CEO Peter Beck highlighted data centres in space as a growth opportunity following the company's US$8b acquisition of satellite operator Iridium.
Google News · May 18, 2026
Geochemists discovered natural white hydrogen in billion-year-old Canadian Shield rock, opening new possibilities for clean energy exploration. Companies including a Bezos-backed firm are now searching for deposits in Nova Scotia.
NPR · May 18, 2026
A jury has dismissed all claims in Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, rejecting allegations that Altman breached fiduciary duties to the nonprofit mission and unjustly enriched himself.
Google News · May 18, 2026
Elon Musk has lost a lawsuit against OpenAI, marking a significant legal setback for the Tesla CEO in his dispute with the AI company he co-founded.
GZH · May 18, 2026
Porto Alegre's Anchieta Museum houses the only functioning Copernican planetarium in Brazil, a rare 1926 acquisition believed to be one of five worldwide, now undergoing facility renovations through 2028.
The Guardian · May 18, 2026
Starbucks Korea's CEO was dismissed after launching a 'Tank Day' promotion on May 18, evoking the 1980 Gwangju Uprising massacre, sparking outrage and boycott calls across South Korea.
Google News · May 18, 2026
A 25-year-old bank owner has acquired Naskar and reportedly sought to acquire Master, demonstrating significant financial activity across multiple companies despite his youth.
The Manila Times · May 18, 2026
Ford Philippines revives its Employee Pricing Program for May, offering substantial discounts on popular models including the Ranger, Everest, Mustang Mach-E, and Territory Hybrid, with savings up to P600,000.
Google News · May 18, 2026
NextEra Energy's acquisition of Dominion Energy signals a wave of utility mega-mergers driven by surging AI data center power demands, raising concerns about electricity affordability and grid consolidation.
Google News · May 18, 2026
Research suggests falling global birth rates may have less economic causation than previously believed, with demographic experts questioning alternative explanations including technology's role.
Google News · May 18, 2026
A limited-edition Swatch x Audemars Piguet watch launch sparked unprecedented consumer demand, forcing store closures and raising questions about predictable supply-demand mismanagement in luxury drop culture.
Google News · May 18, 2026
Lululemon publicly denounced founder Chip Wilson's ideas as 'misguided' and 'outdated' in a shareholder letter, urging investors to reject his proxy fight after months of behind-the-scenes conflict.
Google News · May 18, 2026
Experts report worsening seasonal allergies across North America, attributing the increase to elevated pollen counts. Allergy sufferers are experiencing more severe symptoms earlier in the season.
Google News · May 18, 2026
The CDC is monitoring 16 people across multiple U.S. states for hantavirus exposure linked to a cruise ship outbreak, with at least four cases confirmed in King County, Washington.
Google News · May 18, 2026
Brazilian deputy Zambelli and other lawmakers directed millions in public amendments to entities linked to Dark Horse production company, raising concerns about potential misuse of public funds.
The Hindu Business Line · May 18, 2026
IndusInd Nippon Life Insurance posted 18% growth in new business premium to ₹1,475 crore and record PAT of ₹248 crore in its first full year post-rebranding, signaling successful integration and market expansion.
El Economista · May 18, 2026
El 82% de las organizaciones españolas ya cuenta con un director de IA, impulsado por la consideración de los CEO de que la IA soberana es estratégica. Este crecimiento refleja la presión para replantearse estructuras organizativas y toma de decisiones.
Google News · May 18, 2026
Steve Jobs reportedly used a "beer test" during Apple job interviews to assess candidate compatibility. The unconventional hiring method reflected Jobs' focus on cultural fit alongside technical qualifications.
Inven Global · May 18, 2026
Nexon announced full Korean voiceover support for upcoming RPG Azur Promilia, featuring established voice actors to enhance immersion for domestic players following positive closed beta response.
MIT News · May 18, 2026
Uplift Microhome won MIT's $100K competition with modular, self-sufficient housing units deployable within hours to disaster survivors, addressing FEMA's months-long delays affecting 99% of displaced Americans.
RNZ · May 18, 2026
Pilot Tim Brown and guide Sean Roach died in a helicopter crash during a guided hunting operation in Mt Aspiring National Park on Sunday. The Alpine Group's Eurocopter crashed in clear conditions with three other occupants rescued safely.
PR Newswire · May 18, 2026
TDConnex, a micro-precision manufacturing leader, received India's 2026 MSME Leading Innovator of the Year award for Electronics, recognizing its advanced manufacturing capabilities and global supply chain contributions.
News18 · May 18, 2026
Nepali Sherpa guide Kami Rita Sherpa summited Mount Everest for a record 32nd time at age 56, surpassing his previous milestone and cementing his legacy in mountaineering history.
HardwareZone · May 18, 2026
Panasonic launches the LUMIX L10, its first premium fixed-lens compact in eight years, featuring a LEICA lens, Four Thirds sensor, and advanced autofocus system with a limited Titanium Gold edition.
Gaceta del Turismo - · May 18, 2026
Data Appeal, part of Almaviva Group, unveils a unified brand family consolidating AI-powered tourism intelligence solutions under Mabrian as its destinations division, positioning itself as a global leader in data-driven destination management.