Month: May 2026

Google Search is getting its biggest upgrade in decades — here are the 5 best new features

20/05/2026 0

Google Search has been around for decades, but even with updates along the way, nothing compares to the scale of what was unveiled today at Google I/O 2026, and it’s all thanks to AI. Google revealed its updated Search Box, which is both a redesign and an AI fusion courtesy of Gemini, alongside other enhancements during its Google I/O 2026 keynote. Google Search has had an AI Mode for a while now, but Google’s adding new agents, expanding Personal Intelligence to more countries, there’s a smart shopping cart coming, and it’s going to get easier to book activities based on your very specific criteria, all within Search. Firstly, though, Google’s changing the iconic Search Bar for the first time in 25 years – both in its look and in what can be done within the search box. Instead of focusing on basic inquiries, the new search bar emphasizes and encourages a conversation with Gemini by making it […]

Security Council LIVE: Concerns grow over nuclear safety after UAE drone strike

19/05/2026 0

The UN Security Council meets this afternoon in New York to discuss the situation in the Middle East following reports of a drone strike near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates that caused a fire within the facility’s perimeter. IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi is expected to brief members as concerns grow over nuclear safety and security in the region. Follow our live coverage for updates from the chamber as they happen.

LMS Vs. LXP: A Complete Comparison For L&D Professionals

19/05/2026 0

Which learning platform is best for your organization’s needs? If you want to know more about the debate of LMS vs. LXP, this article is for you. Read on to explore what an LMS and an LXP is, how they differ from each other, and which is best for each use case. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. Learning Technologies  Source: eLearning Industry  ​Read More 

53.3% Struggle With AI. What Is L&D Measuring?

19/05/2026 0

Employees are overwhelmed, leaders want proof, and AI is being pushed into L&D. Yet dashboards still look “healthy.” Completion rates are up. Feedback scores are fine. So why does it still feel like nobody can clearly explain whether learning is actually helping the business? This post was first published on eLearning Industry. Artificial Intelligence  Source: eLearning Industry  ​Read More 

How To Align Learning With Business Goals

19/05/2026 0

Many organizations invest in training but struggle to connect learning initiatives to real business outcomes. This article explores how HR and L&D teams can align learning strategies with business goals to drive measurable impact and performance. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. Learning And Development  Source: eLearning Industry  ​Read More 

Apple Sports is getting a more visual World Cup experience with live player formations

19/05/2026 0

Apple Sports is launching in 90 new markets ahead of FIFA World Cup 26A new visual tournament hub adds live formations, lineups, and team trackingAs with other sports, we’re expecting it to update in real-time for these games While it’s not quite a hattrick, Apple is pulling a one-two punch of announcements for the Apple Sports app ahead of one of the biggest global sporting events of the year, kicking off next month: the FIFA World Cup 26. For those who haven’t used it, the Apple Sports app is designed to be a one-stop shop for sports scores and live updates for most major games across categories. Be it baseball, soccer, football, tennis, basketball, or Formula 1, the app also supports larger tournaments. Apple Sports is free and available to download in over 170 countries and regions, after the Cupertino-based technology giant added 90 new markets today. So if it wasn’t available in your home country yet, […]

From favelas to informal settlements, new UN report points to housing solutions that work

19/05/2026 0

From Thailand to Jordan, from Brazil to Germany, new approaches to housing are quietly taking shape. Residents of informal settlements once facing eviction are rebuilding their communities with state support. Refugees and host communities are reclaiming neglected spaces, turning them greener and safer. In Brazil, favelas are being upgraded rather than torn down, while in Germany, rent controls are helping to steady the market.