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Everyone said AI would kill apps. Instead, new app releases are proliferating. Global app releases in the first quarter of 2026 grew 60% year over year on both Apple’s App Store and Google Play, according to new analysis from market intelligence provider Appfigures. Looking at the iOS App Store alone, the percentage was even higher at 80%. The total number of app releases so far in April 2026 is up 104% on both stores and 89% on iOS compared to the same period last year. Greg “Jos” Jozwiak, Apple’s senior vice president of worldwide marketing, quipped in a recent interview…
For the first 30 years, Nvidia It wasn’t a household name unless you were a gamer. Now, as artificial intelligence has turned the chipmaker into the world’s most valuable company, some of its original fan base feels left behind. “The gaming division is no longer the driving force of the company, and there was clearly a time when that was the case,” said Stacey Rasgon of Bernstein Research.Nvidia popularized graphics processing units (GPUs) that enable fast frame rates and rendering for the best video game play. When Nvidia released its first GPU, the GeForce 256, in 1999, it laid off…
Iranian gunboats reportedly opened fire on a tanker in the strait after the Iranian government announced it would blockade the waterway until the US lifts its port blockade.Published April 18, 2026April 18, 2026Iran has announced it has re-blocked the Strait of Hormuz, saying the decision was in response to the continued blockade of its ports by the United States.Iran’s military announced Saturday that control of the strategic waterway, through which 20% of the world’s oil flows, had “returned to its previous status,” and reports said Iranian gunboats opened fire on commercial ships attempting to cross.Recommended stories list of 4 itemsend…
Millwall have “nothing to fear at all” as the battle for promotion from the Championship intensifies, says manager Alex Neil.The Lions are third in the league’s surprise package with four games remaining and could move up to second with a win against QPR, which will be shown live on Sky Sports+ at lunchtime on Saturday, ahead of Sunday’s game between Ipswich and Middlesbrough. A win would also see Wrexham qualify for the play-offs if they fail to beat Stoke. Saturday, April 18th 12:25pm 12:30pm kickoff However, Millwall have been on a roller coaster in recent weeks, moving into the automatic…
Ten years ago, until today, Leicester City were at the top of the Premier League and on the verge of winning a glorious and historic title.Currently, the Foxes are languishing in the relegation zone in the Championship. This is the club that won the FA Cup just five years ago. On Saturday they travel to Portsmouth, who defeated Ipswich at Fratton Park in midweek. This result leaves Leicester in a safe situation with just five points adrift with four games remaining. The situation is bleak, both on and off the pitch. The 6 point deduction clearly did not solve the…
In Flight – April 17: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One shortly before landing at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, April 17, 2026. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)Win McNamee | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesAlthough President Donald Trump expressed optimism about progress in peace talks with Iran and said talks continued as a fragile ceasefire remained in place, Iranian media reported on Saturday that the vital Strait of Hormuz was once again closed to shipping as the United States failed to meet its obligations.”We had some pretty good news 20 minutes ago, and things seem…
AP — Daniel Kinahan, the alleged leader of one of Ireland’s biggest criminal networks, has been arrested in Dubai, Irish media reported on Friday. Garda Síochána, the Irish National Police, announced on Wednesday that an Irish man in his late 40s had been arrested on an Irish court warrant on suspicion of serious organized crime. The force said it was “unwavering in its determination to pursue those suspected of being involved in serious organized criminal activity, wherever they go.” Dubai Police announced the arrest of an “Irish fugitive on suspicion of involvement in an international organized crime network”. Police have…
Conor Benn has said his WBC title fight with Ryan Garcia is a “top priority” but warned that other big names in his American rival are now “begging” for a fight.Benn has signed a multi-year, multi-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing after making his debut with the promotion by defeating Regis Prograis in a Tyson Fury bout at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last Saturday night. The British star is a mandatory challenger for WBC welterweight champion Garcia, but Benn believes he is now in the race to take on a number of elite opponents. “Obviously the priority is to finish the Garcia…
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (right) and US President Donald Trump (left) shake hands as Starmer hands over Trump after giving his opening statement at a business event at Checkers in Aylesbury, central England, on September 18, 2025, on the second day of the US president’s second state visit. Andrew Caballero-Reynolds | AFP | Getty ImagesA year ago, as Britain negotiated a trade deal with Washington, President Donald Trump expressed goodwill for his mother’s birthplace and signaled a positive outlook for the two countries’ unusually close diplomatic ties.Britain was the first country to sign a trade deal with the United…
Leo is the third pope to visit a fossil fuel-rich country, following John Paul II in 1992 and Benedict XVI in 2009.Published April 18, 2026April 18, 2026Pope LeoLeo, the third pope to visit the fossil fuel-rich country, following John Paul II in 1992 and Benedict XVI in 2009, is scheduled to arrive in the capital Luanda at 3pm local time (1400 GMT) on Saturday, where a billboard bearing his likeness has been erected to welcome him.Recommended stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe pope, who visited Cameroon for three days before flying to Luanda, is also scheduled to meet and…