BYD rolls out EV batteries with 5-minute ‘flash charging.’ But there’s a catch. Chinese automaker BYD unveiled a new battery pack Thursday that the company says is capable of charging from 10% to 70% in five minutes. Taking it to almost 100% takes about four minutes more. Recharge times like those would nullify concerns about electric vehicles’ charging times — one of the few places where...

The global fiber-rich flours market is gaining strong momentum as health-conscious consumption and preventive nutrition move to the center of food industry strategy. Once confined to niche health products, fiber-rich flours are now being integrated into mainstream bakery, snacks, and functional foods, reflecting a broader shift toward nutrient-dense, better-for-you...

Organizers of a canceled human rights conference in Zambia say China intervened Organizers of a canceled human rights conference in Zambia say China intervened Audio will be available later today. Zambia was due to host Rights Con, the world's biggest digital rights gathering, this week — but abruptly canceled the event. Organizers...

Trump warns of 'bad things' if Iran doesn't make a deal, as second U.S. carrier nears Mideast This image provided Thursday Feb. 19, 2026 by the Iranian military and dated Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2025, shows navy ships conducting operations during a join drill by Iranian and Russian forces in...

The Dell XPS 13 Is Subtle Luxury in Laptop FormThe golden rule of good design is that when something is executed perfectly, it's the little things you don't notice that are most impressive. Absence of friction is often a higher mark of quality than fancy flourishes.In a laptop, the highest level of craftsmanship manifests as effortless user experience. It's the fan that's so quiet, it never...