UBS Group AG confirmed a data breach stemming from a cyberattack on its supplier, Chain IQ, potentially exposing employee information. The attack, attributed to the World Leaks group, impacted multiple companies, including Pictet. This incident highlights a concerning trend of increasing cyberattacks targeting European financial institutions and the risks associated with outsourcing critical operations.
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Amidst nationwide protests against a military parade coinciding with Trump's birthday, two Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota were shot, one fatally, by an assailant posing as a cop. Governor Walz called it a politically-motivated assassination. Earlier, Senator Padilla was detained while questioning Homeland Security. Despite easing deportations, tensions remain high, with critics denouncing the parade as a self-aggrandizing display.
Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing all 242 onboard. The tragedy has brought renewed attention to whistleblower Sam Salehpour's 2024 warnings about structural flaws in the 787 Dreamliner. Salehpour alleged shortcuts in manufacturing could lead to catastrophic failure. Boeing has refuted these claims, stating the aircraft is safe.
US President Trump issued a stark warning to Tehran, urging immediate evacuation amid escalating tensions and potential nuclear concerns. This followed reports of an Israeli airstrike on Iran's state broadcaster and significant damage to a major uranium enrichment facility. While Iran seeks US intervention, Trump hints at a potential diplomatic deal post-G7 summit, diverging from other leaders' calls for de-escalation.
Microsoft executives emphasize the enduring importance of coding skills in the age of AI. Aparna Chennapragada argues that logical and critical thinking, inherent in coding, are crucial for collaborating with AI systems. Satya Nadella highlights the need for computational thinking and structured instruction, envisioning a future where everyone is a software architect.
Tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, spotlighting Iran's heavily fortified Fordow nuclear facility, crucial for uranium enrichment and potentially weaponizable. Built deep within a mountain, Fordow challenges Israeli military options, lacking the US-made bunker buster needed for destruction. Alternative strategies involve targeting power infrastructure or special forces, but risks of regional war and international fallout remain high.
NASA reports sunspot region 4114 unleashed 2025's most powerful X1.2-class solar flare on June 17, causing widespread shortwave radio blackouts, especially over the Pacific, including Hawaii. Frequencies below 25 MHz were disrupted, affecting aviators and ham radio operators. Although no coronal mass ejection accompanied it, the flare's intensity disturbed Earth's ionosphere.
India will send the severely damaged black box from the Air India Boeing 787 crash to the United States for detailed analysis. Data extraction in India has proven unfeasible due to extensive fire damage. The National Safety Transport Board in Washington will examine the Digital Flight Data Recorder.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the reopening of 16 tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir, out of the 48 closed after the Pahalgam terror attack. Eight destinations in the Valley and eight in Jammu will reopen from June 17, following appeals from political leaders and tourism stakeholders. The decision aims to restore normalcy, with further reopenings planned after security assessments.
Cheteshwar Pujara playfully trolled Michael Vaughan by presenting him with a framed copy of his incorrect prediction of a 4-0 India whitewash in the 2020-21 Australia Test series. The incident occurred before the first Test between India and England, amusing fellow commentators like Sunil Gavaskar and Harsha Bhogle.