OpenAI’s GPT-5 nears release, promises smarter AI capabilities

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug 6 – The much-anticipated launch of OpenAI’s next-generation AI model, GPT-5, is fast approaching. Building on the success of its predecessors, especially GPT-4, this upcoming release has stirred curiosity across tech circles, with early impressions pointing toward improved capabilities in areas like coding, mathematics, and scientific problem-solving. While the buzz around GPT-5 … Read more

Israeli cabinet may approve full takeover of Gaza

JERUSALEM/CAIRO, Aug 5 – The Israeli cabinet is expected to discuss and possibly authorize a complete military takeover of Gaza on Tuesday, a move that would mark a significant escalation in the ongoing war with Hamas and shift a decades-old policy. The potential decision comes amid rising global criticism over the humanitarian crisis unfolding in … Read more

Trump threatens India with harsh tariffs over Russian oil trade

WASHINGTON, Aug 4 – Tensions between the United States and India flared once again on Monday after President Donald Trump issued another stern warning about imposing steep tariffs on Indian goods. This time, the trigger was India’s continued purchase of Russian oil, which Trump described as a “direct affront” to international efforts against Moscow’s aggression … Read more

Tens of thousands rally across Sydney Harbour Bridge in solidarity with Palestinians

SYDNEY, Aug 3 – Thousands of people marched across Sydney Harbour Bridge on a rainy Sunday, calling attention to the growing crisis in Gaza and urging global support for its civilians. The massive march, dubbed the “March for Humanity”, crossed the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, calling for an immediate ceasefire, access to humanitarian aid, and … Read more

Dua Lipa has been granted Kosovo citizenship

Dua Lipa has been granted Kosovo citizenship

August 2 – Pop sensation Dua Lipa has officially become a citizen of Kosovo, marking what she describes as a profound moment of unity between her heritage and her identity. The internationally acclaimed singer was welcomed in a formal ceremony in the capital, Pristina, where President Vjosa Osmani personally handed her the citizenship documents. Born … Read more

Second US appeals court poised to block Trump’s birthright citizenship order

August 1 – A second federal appeals court has shown strong signs that it may strike down President Donald Trump’s controversial executive order seeking to restrict birthright citizenship in the United States. The order, one of the key components of Trump’s aggressive immigration policy, is facing increasing legal resistance, with federal judges raising serious constitutional … Read more

Trump targets more nations with heavy tariffs, triggering market declines

WASHINGTON, Aug 1 – A new round of steep tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves across international markets, prompting immediate reactions from impacted countries and a widespread drop in global stock indices. The aggressive trade move targets dozens of countries including Canada, Brazil, India, and Taiwan, and marks a significant escalation … Read more

Russian strikes pound Kyiv, killing 6-year-old boy and leaving dozens injured

KYIV, July 31 – In the early hours of Thursday, Kyiv was jolted awake by a relentless barrage of missile and drone strikes that tore through the city’s calm, killing at least eight individuals, including a six-year-old boy, and injuring 88 more. As daylight broke, Ukrainian responders worked tirelessly amid the wreckage, putting out flames … Read more

Canada moves toward recognition of Palestinian state amid Gaza crisis

OTTAWA, July 30 – Canada has announced plans to officially recognize the State of Palestine at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meeting in September. Prime Minister Mark Carney shared the decision on Wednesday, highlighting worsening conditions in Gaza as a driving force behind the move. With humanitarian aid restricted and famine spreading, pressure is … Read more

Tsunami waves reach Hawaii after powerful earthquake in Russia’s far east

JULY 30 – A powerful earthquake measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale jolted Russia’s remote Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering significant tsunami waves that have since reached Hawaii and other regions across the Pacific. The massive quake, which struck early Wednesday, led to evacuation orders, structural damage, and widespread alarms throughout the Pacific Basin. The seismic event, … Read more