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Sundar Pichai faces boos, walkout at Stanford graduation ceremony over Google’s Israel, ICE ties

Sundar Pichai faces boos, walkout at Stanford graduation ceremony over Google’s Israel, ICE ties

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Over the weekend, Google CEO Sundar Pichai faced a small revolt when he delivered his commencement speech at Stanford University, where he earned his graduate degree in materials science and engineering. About 200 students from the graduating class reportedly walked out, while others loudly booed the tech executive. The focus of the protest was Google’s defense ties — including Project Nimbus, the controversial $1.2 billion contract, shared with Amazon, to provide cloud and AI services to the Israeli military, as well as its relationship with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. Student signs included phrases like “ICE SPIES WITH GOOGLE AI” and “GENOCIDE RUNS ON GOOGLE,” as well as “FREE FREE PALESTINE,” a press release associated with the protest notes. Students also waved Palestinian flags and shouted “free Palestine,” online video of the protest shows. “We are walking out because we refuse to glorify the corporations that fuel this violence and exercise our power to choose differently,” a statement associated with the protest reads. The walkout was organized by a number of campus activist …

A Native naming ceremony welcomes newly discovered spider into community of the land

A Native naming ceremony welcomes newly discovered spider into community of the land

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PORTLAND, Ore.  (RNS and NPR) — A few years ago, Greta Binford was hiking in the Columbia River Gorge when she saw a spider that “looked different from anything that I normally see when I roll over rocks and logs in this area,” she said.  An evolutionary biologist at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon, she thought the spider looked liked a Trogloraptor — a distinctive family of spiders that have a small extra hook on the end of their feet, which make them better at pouncing on and biting other spiders. The family only contained one known species, which lives about 350 miles away.   Over the next few years, Binford found more of these mystery spiders that her lab observed, analyzed and tested. It was, in fact, a Trogloraptor, but a new species. And when a new species is discovered, scientists get the honor of naming it, usually something that reflects the organism’s characteristics or some source of inspiration. But Binford’s lab decided to share it. “We had an idea, really spearheaded by …

Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and Salma Hayek Kick-Start the World Cup at Opening Ceremony in Mexico City

Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and Salma Hayek Kick-Start the World Cup at Opening Ceremony in Mexico City

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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Shakira, Maná, Andrea Bocelli and a surprise appearance by Salma Hayek lit up the World Cup opening ceremony ahead of Mexico’s 2-0 victory over South Africa on Thursday. Shakira performed “Dai Dai,” the tournament’s official song, with Burna Boy. The Colombian star had a hit with “Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)” from the 2010 World Cup in South Africa and now seeks to score again. A good World Cup song, Shakira earlier told The Associated Press, “needs to definitely have rhythm. It has to be rhythmic. It has to make people want to dance. And it has to be an anthem as well. It has to make people want to sing along in unison, sing out loud at the top of their lungs.” Shakira has performed at previous World Cups, too: 2006 in Germany, 2010 in South Africa, and 2014 in Brazil. Lila Downs welcomed fans and players in Spanish, English, and the indigenous languages Mixtec and Nahuatl. “People of the world, welcome to Mexico,” said Downs, who wore a …

How to watch the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony on TV and live stream

How to watch the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony on TV and live stream

Published by Daniella Wilson

World Cup 2026 looms ahead – with this summer’s feast of football nearly upon us. Before we can focus on the beautiful game, however, there is the small matter of the opening festivities. Things are a little different this year as the three host nations – Mexico, Canada, and the United States – will hold their own opening ceremonies ahead of their first fixtures. Each will use a different theme to explore their national identity and call on their own roster of performers. Maná, Katy Perry, and Alanis Morissette are among the acts locked in already for what is no doubt set to be an eye-catching introduction to the tournament. Radio Times brings you all the TV coverage details for the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today Stay on top of the biggest World Cup ever and catch all the moments that matter with the Radio Times wall chart Download your FREE World Cup 2026 …

Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling Marry in Intimate Gloucestershire Ceremony

Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling Marry in Intimate Gloucestershire Ceremony

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The occasion also marked the first public appearance with the royal family for several months by the groom’s cousins, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. The pair, who are the daughters of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson, have avoided the spotlight in light of the allegations against their father. Beatrice, accompanied by husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, wore a green floral dress. Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank, who are expecting their third child, both wore navy. Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling with bridesmaids Georgina Sperling, Savannah Phillips and Isla Phillips Samir Hussein With a bouquet of sweet peas, myrtle and lily of the valley in hand, bride Harriet Sperling was radiant as she walked down the aisle with her brother, Nicholas, in a tribute to their late father. She wore a white sheath gown with long sleeves and a high lace collar, custom-made by designer Emilia Wickstead. Constructed using three different elements, a square-neck column underdress, delicate lace over-jacket, and 10-foot train, the gown took hundreds of hours of work to complete. Atop her head was a pearl …

Shakira and Burna Boy to headline first World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

Shakira and Burna Boy to headline first World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get daily World Cup briefings from our writers across North America – plus more from Inside Sport after the tournament Get our free World Cup briefing and sport email Get our free World Cup briefing and sport email Shakira and Burna Boy are poised to headline the first World Cup opening ceremony next week in Mexico City, performing the official tournament song, Dai Dai. The musical duo will take to the stage ahead of Thursday’s opening match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa. Fifa, the global football organisation, has scheduled three distinct opening events across the host nations, with further celebrations planned for the United States and Canada. For the Mexico City spectacle, additional performers include Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná, and Tyla. Michael Buble will perform at the opening ceremony in Canada (Reuters) Toronto will host Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé on 12 June, preceding the Canada versus Bosnia and Herzegovina fixture in Toronto. Later that same day, Los Angeles will see performances from Katy Perry, …

Shakira to perform at World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico

Shakira to perform at World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico

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June 5 : Colombian singer Shakira will perform the official World Cup song “Dai Dai” at the opening ceremony in Mexico, FIFA said on Friday. Here are some details: • Shakira will be joined by Burna Boy on Thursday at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. • The opening ceremony will begin 90 minutes before kickoff between Mexico and South Africa. • Dai Dai is an Italian phrase meaning “let’s go” or “come on.” • The show will also feature Colombian star J Balvin and South African singer Tyla. • Shakira is also set to perform at the first-ever World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Source link

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson Celebrate Marriage With Bahamas Wedding Ceremony

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson Celebrate Marriage With Bahamas Wedding Ceremony

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Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson tied the knot for the second time on Saturday, at an intimate ceremony in the Bahamas. The 48-year-old son of President Donald Trump and the 39-year-old socialite “got married on a glorious day in a place where they often visit,” a source close to the couple confirmed to People. The bride made the news official by sharing a black-and-white photo of her hand and that of her husband, both adorned with a ring, to her Instagram stories. “Forever yours Forever mine,” the text atop the photo read, punctuated by a heart. Around 40 close friends and family members had been invited to the intimate ceremony, People reports. Among them were Kai, Donald III, Tristan, Spencer, and Chloe, the groom’s five children from his first marriage to Vanessa Kay Haydon. Donald Trump Jr. was also joined by his sister Ivanka Trump, his half-sister Tiffany Trump and his brother Eric Trump, all accompanied by their respective spouses. The latter told Page Six couldn’t be “happier” for his elder brother. “Don and …

Demi Moore, Penelope Cruz and Zoe Saldaña steal the show at Cannes Closing Ceremony

Demi Moore, Penelope Cruz and Zoe Saldaña steal the show at Cannes Closing Ceremony

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The 79th Annual Cannes Film Festival came to a glamorous close on Saturday, May 23 2026 as some of the world’s biggest stars stepped onto the iconic red carpet for the highly anticipated closing ceremony at the Palais des Festivals in France. Zoe Saldaña, Demi Moore and Penélope Cruz led the celebrity style parade, with guests embracing dramatic couture gowns, shimmering embellishments and elegant monochrome looks. From oversized statement sleeves to sparkling sequins and edgy sheer detailing, the final red carpet of the festival delivered plenty of unforgettable fashion moments. © WireImage Zoe Saldaña Zoe Saldaña brought playful elegance to the Cannes closing ceremony in a dramatic black floral gown featuring oversized sculptural bow detailing at the waist. The sleeveless dress showcased a plunging neckline and bold orange-and-white floral print layered across the voluminous silhouette. She accessorised with sparkling drop earrings and black heels while wearing her hair slicked back into a sleek bun. Her glowing makeup look featured bronzed skin, softly defined eyes and a glossy nude lip. © Getty Images Penélope Cruz Penélope …