WASHINGTON, Aug 9 – In a landmark diplomatic achievement, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Azerbaijan and Armenia have signed a historic peace agreement, ending decades of hostility and opening the door to deeper economic and political cooperation. The deal, finalized at the White House on Friday, marks the first successful resolution of a long-standing … Read more
JERUSALEM, August 8 – Israel’s security cabinet has given the green light to a contentious plan to seize control of Gaza City, signaling a major step up in the almost two-year-long war. The move has sparked renewed criticism both domestically and internationally, as leaders weigh the implications for hostages still held by militants and the … Read more
MOSCOW, Aug 7 – Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump are scheduled to engage in direct talks, a move that could reshape the future of ties between the two nations. The announcement came from Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov, who indicated that both sides had agreed to the meeting and were now entering … Read more
NEW DELHI/WASHINGTON, Aug 6 – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced an executive order imposing an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports, specifically in response to India’s continued purchase of oil from Russia. This latest hike will bring the total tariff on Indian goods entering the United States to a steep 50%, one of the … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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