Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Anthropic sent a letter to U.S. officials accusing Alibaba of "brazenly" and "illicitly" attempting to extract its AI capabilities. The letter, which was obtained by CNBC, claims Alibaba carried out ...

Most passengers only see the polished luxury of an Emirates A380. Few ever get the chance to witness what it looks like completely stripped apart. In a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of Emirates ...

Police in Australia have seized 2.7 metric tons (3 tons) of cocaine from a home on the edge of Sydney. The bust is Australia’s largest ever, according to officials. The drug was found in plastic tubs ...