Trump plans an AI Force and new AI czar to boost US artificial intelligence, economic growth and competition with China. Trump Announces ‘AI Force’ and Plans to Appoint New AI Czar US President Donald Trump has announced plans to establish an “AI Force” and appoint a new artificial intelligence czar to oversee the rapid development…
Trump warns that closer Canada-EU ties could be hostile to the US, raising the prospect of heavy tariffs amid growing trade tensions. Trump Warns Canada-EU Alliance Could Trigger Tariffs US President Donald Trump has warned the European Union that closer ties between Canada and the bloc could lead to new tariffs, after European leaders proposed…
US Congress passes a sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting Russian energy, banks and officials, with new tariffs of up to 100%. US Congress Passes Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill The United States Congress has passed a major bipartisan sanctions bill aimed at increasing economic pressure on Russia over its ongoing war in Ukraine. The legislation has…
Yemen fighting intensifies as Saudi-led forces strike Houthi positions while the US backs Yemen’s government and seeks diplomatic talks. Yemen Conflict Escalates as Houthis Target Saudi Arabia The Yemen conflict has intensified as Saudi-led coalition forces launched fresh air strikes against Houthi positions, while Yemen’s internationally recognised government reported new drone attacks against Houthi forces…
The US extends visa restrictions on Palestinian officials, barring Mahmoud Abbas from attending the UN General Assembly in New York. US Extends Visa Restrictions on Palestinian Officials Ahead of UN General Assembly The United States has extended visa restrictions on officials of the Palestinian Authority (PA) and members of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), preventing…
Trump plans a $2.8B Israel arms deal with 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, raising concerns over civilian casualties and US military support. Trump Administration Plans $2.8B Bomb Sale to Israel The Trump administration is preparing a $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel that includes 40,000 large 2,000-pound bombs, according to reports. The proposed package would represent one…
China Defence Minister Dong Jun urges nations to reject coercion as Taiwan, Japan, South China Sea and regional security tensions rise. China Defence Chief Warns Against Coercion Amid Regional Tensions China’s Defence Minister Dong Jun has called on countries to avoid provocative actions and work together to prevent the return of militarism, historical revisionism and…
The US House votes 220-204 to end the Iran war, with seven Republicans joining Democrats as costs, inflation and war powers fuel debate. US House Votes to End Iran War as 7 Republicans Join Democrats The US House of Representatives has voted for a third time to end the war in Iran, approving a war…
Nepal rescuers have saved two hydropower workers alive after nine days trapped in a tunnel buried by flood debris, raising hope for more survivors. Nepal Rescues Two Hydropower Workers Nine Days After Deadly Flood Nepal rescuers have pulled two hydropower workers alive from a flood-buried tunnel nine days after devastating floods and landslides swept through…
Nepal-China floods kill nearly 800 after a glacier collapse, while more than 3,000 people remain missing and rescue teams search for survivors. Nepal-China flood disaster: Death toll nears 800 as thousands remain missing The death toll from devastating floods along the Nepal-China border has risen to nearly 800, while more than 3,000 people remain missing…