Pentagon Awards $200 Million AI Contracts to Google, OpenAI, xAI, and Anthropic Amid National Security Push, Raising Privacy Concerns
The Pentagon’s Chief Digital and AI Office grants $200 million contracts to leading AI firms to accelerate advanced AI adoption for U.S. defense, sparking debates on data security, privacy, and ethical risks. Related: Pentagon’s “Drone Dominance” Era Exposes U.S. Hypocrisy: Trump’s Anti-War Rhetoric vs. Military Buildup The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded contracts […]
Syria on the Brink of Internal Explosion: Arson, Sectarian Massacres, and Forced Displacement Threaten the Social Fabric
Related: Israel Launches Airstrikes on Syrian Tanks Amid Sectarian Clashes in Suwayda Since early 2025, Syria has witnessed a dangerous escalation in sectarian violations and repressive practices in several provinces, primarily the Syrian coast, Homs, and the rural areas of Hama. Reliable reports have documented massacres, killings, and kidnappings targeting Alawites, alongside a rise in […]
German President Advocates Reintroduction of Mandatory Military Service Amid European Security Concerns
Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier calls for debate on reinstating compulsory military service to address shifting security challenges in Europe, highlighting the need to strengthen armed forces amid ongoing conflicts. Related: Germany Convenes Meeting to Toughen European Migration Policy In a significant policy statement, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has voiced support for reintroducing mandatory military service, […]
Cuban President Expresses Condolences on Passing of Nigerian Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Honoring His Legacy of African Sovereignty
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel offers heartfelt condolences to Nigeria on the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, recognizing his commitment to African dignity, sovereignty, and solidarity with Cuba. Related: African Leaders Mourn the Death of Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari With profound sorrow, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has extended sincere condolences to the family, government, […]
Israel Launches Airstrikes on Syrian Tanks Amid Sectarian Clashes in Suwayda
The Israeli military confirmed a series of airstrikes targeting Syrian tanks and armored vehicles near the village of Sami, in the southern province of Suwayda, marking a rare direct attack on the military assets of Syria’s new government led by Ahmed Al-Sharaa. The strikes come amid a surge in sectarian violence in Suwayda, where Druze […]
UNICEF Condemns Killing of Children in Gaza as Malnutrition Crisis Deepens
The Executive Director of UNICEF, Catherine Russell, has denounced the “unconscionable killing” of children in Gaza, following the deaths of seven minors in an Israeli airstrike on a water distribution center in Deir al-Balah. The attack occurred while families were waiting for vital humanitarian aid, marking the second such incident in less than a week. […]
Nigeria Sentences 44 for Financing Boko Haram as Insurgency’s Legacy Looms Large
In a major counterterrorism breakthrough, 44 individuals have been sentenced to 10–30 years in prison with hard labour for financing the jihadist group Boko Haram, Nigeria’s National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC) confirmed on Saturday. The convictions were handed down by four Federal High Courts convened at the Kainji military base in Niger State, as part of […]
South Africa Suspends Police Minister Amid Allegations of Syndicate Collusion and Political Interference
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu following explosive allegations of corruption and interference in criminal investigations, triggering a political storm and renewed scrutiny of the country’s law enforcement institutions. The allegations were made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, KwaZulu-Natal’s Provincial Police Commissioner, who accused Mchunu and Deputy Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya […]
Bijagos Archipelago Earns UNESCO World Heritage Status, Celebrating Biodiversity and Cultural Heritage
The Bijagos Archipelago, a dazzling mosaic of islands off the coast of Guinea-Bissau, has officially been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, marking a historic milestone for the West African nation and its conservation efforts. The designation, announced during the 47th World Heritage Committee meeting in Paris, recognizes the archipelago’s exceptional biodiversity, rare coastal […]
Al Shabaab Seizes Strategic Town of Tardo in Somalia, Displacing Thousands
The militant group Al Shabaab has captured the town of Tardo in Somalia’s central Hiiraan region, dislodging government-allied Macwiisleey clan fighters and triggering the displacement of over 12,500 families, according to Somali military officials and local leaders. Major Mohamed Abdullahi of the Somali National Army described Tardo as a “strategic junction linking several bigger towns,” […]
Middle East Conflict
Show allThe intelligents that know Iran and its history would never speak to our nation in a threatening language, he said. In a television broadcast on Wednesday, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praised the Iranian people’s resistance to Israeli attacks and warned that his nation would not yield to any pressure. RELATED: Russia Warns U.S. […]
The direct provision of U.S. military aid to Israel would radically destabilize the entire situation, Raybkov said. On Wednesday, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov warned that direct U.S. participation in the Iran-Israel conflict would further destabilize the Middle East. RELATED: Iran To Overcome the Conflict With Israel: President Pezeshkian Specifically, he stated that the […]
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to have established air dominance over Israeli territory. In a meeting with his cabinet held on Wednesday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian asserted that the Persian nation would overcome the conflict with Israel through unity, solidarity, and social cohesion. RELATED: Escalation in the Middle East: Trump’s 3 Paths Amid Israel-Iran […]
Israeli forces carried out another deadly assault on Palestinians awaiting food aid in central Gaza on Wednesday, killing at least 11 people and wounding more than 70.
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Latin America and The Caribbean
Show allVenezuelan President Nicolas Maduro denounces Salvadoran leader Nayib Bukele for kidnapping and forced disappearance of Venezuelan migrants, while urging world powers to join a global peace summit to end wars and nuclear threats. Related: 252 Heartbreaking Cases: Venezuela Migrants Held in El Salvador Spark Global Outcry Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has publicly denounced the Salvadoran […]
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel offers heartfelt condolences to Nigeria on the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, recognizing his commitment to African dignity, sovereignty, and solidarity with Cuba. Related: African Leaders Mourn the Death of Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari With profound sorrow, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has extended sincere condolences to the family, government, […]
Related: Israel Launches Airstrikes on Syrian Tanks Amid Sectarian Clashes in Suwayda Since early 2025, Syria has witnessed a dangerous escalation in sectarian violations and repressive practices in several provinces, primarily the Syrian coast, Homs, and the rural areas of Hama. Reliable reports have documented massacres, killings, and kidnappings targeting Alawites, alongside a rise in […]
A modest proposal Related: BRICS’ Global Call to Conscience: Stop the Genocide in Gaza! In one of the most bizarre episodes in the history of international trade, President Donald Trump this week announced that 50% tariffs would be imposed on Brazil,a country that has a trade surplus with the United States and is one of […]
US District Judge Loretta Preska upholds ruling requiring Argentina to transfer 51% of YPF shares to litigation funds, despite Argentina’s claims of unconstitutional extraterritorial jurisdiction and threats to national sovereignty. Related: Argentina Faces Loss of Over 430,000 Jobs Amid Unchecked Trade Liberalization Policies In a significant setback for Argentina, US District Judge Loretta Preska of […]
World
Show allThe Pentagon’s Chief Digital and AI Office grants $200 million contracts to leading AI firms to accelerate advanced AI adoption for U.S. defense, sparking debates on data security, privacy, and ethical risks. Related: Pentagon’s “Drone Dominance” Era Exposes U.S. Hypocrisy: Trump’s Anti-War Rhetoric vs. Military Buildup The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded contracts […]
Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier calls for debate on reinstating compulsory military service to address shifting security challenges in Europe, highlighting the need to strengthen armed forces amid ongoing conflicts. Related: Germany Convenes Meeting to Toughen European Migration Policy In a significant policy statement, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has voiced support for reintroducing mandatory military service, […]
The Israeli military confirmed a series of airstrikes targeting Syrian tanks and armored vehicles near the village of Sami, in the southern province of Suwayda, marking a rare direct attack on the military assets of Syria’s new government led by Ahmed Al-Sharaa. The strikes come amid a surge in sectarian violence in Suwayda, where Druze […]
The Executive Director of UNICEF, Catherine Russell, has denounced the “unconscionable killing” of children in Gaza, following the deaths of seven minors in an Israeli airstrike on a water distribution center in Deir al-Balah. The attack occurred while families were waiting for vital humanitarian aid, marking the second such incident in less than a week. […]
In a major counterterrorism breakthrough, 44 individuals have been sentenced to 10–30 years in prison with hard labour for financing the jihadist group Boko Haram, Nigeria’s National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC) confirmed on Saturday. The convictions were handed down by four Federal High Courts convened at the Kainji military base in Niger State, as part of […]
Technology
Show allChang’e-6 mission collected 1,935.3 grams of samples from the far side of the moon in 2024, the first time in human history. On Wednesday, China’s lunar samples, collected from both the near and far side of the moon, were exhibited together for the first time at the United Nations. RELATED: Fate of U.S. Lunar Module […]
The crew was launched into space in April and will remain in orbit for about six months. On Thursday, astronauts from China’s Shenzhou-20 mission conducted their first extravehicular activity outside the Tiangong space station. RELATED: Russia and China To Build a Power Plant on the Moon During the eight-hour operation, crewmembers Chen Dong and Chen […]
The U.S. government’s move deprives other countries of their right to high-tech industries such as artificial intelligence. On Wednesday, China’s Ministry of Commerce called the U.S. attempt to globally ban advanced Chinese computing chips a typical move of “unilateral bullying and protectionism” that seriously undermines the global semiconductor industrial and supply chains. RELATED: Russia-China Forum […]
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape economies, experts are urging African academic institutions to focus on upskilling and reskilling to harness AI’s potential for socioeconomic development. Speaking at the Deep Tech Summit, Khalid Badou, Chief of Staff and Director of Institutional Affairs at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), emphasized that AI must be adapted […]
The breakthrough centers on a compound that inhibits BAX, the ‘cell killer’ protein. On Monday, an Australian medical institute confirmed that scientists have identified a small molecule that blocks cell death, offering hope for treatments that could slow or stop the progression of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. RELATED: Birds Offer Clues to Fighting […]
Sport
Show allThe Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s team dominated with authority the World Weightlifting Championships, held in Manama, capital of Bahrain, with a balance of 45 medals, 26 gold, 13 silver and 6 bronze. RELATED: China Taipei Triumphs in Premier 12: A Milestone Win Against Japan The DPRK’s halters were featured in a medal game where […]
In the fifth inning, they scored four decisive runs thanks to two home runs: one from Chia-Cheng Lin and another from Chieh-Hsien Chen, who brought two teammates home. The China Taipei pitching was equally impressive. Related: Cuba Leads the World Ranking of Baseball 5 China Taipei’s baseball team won the Premier 12 tournament by beating […]
The Venezuelan team is tied with Bolivia in 7th place, which gives it the right to play the play-off. Venezuela remains in the fight to qualify for its first World Cup after drawing 1-1 in a duel against Brazil at the Monumental de Maturin stadium, home of the Vintotinto team in the South American qualifiers. […]
Haila Gonzalez and Briandy Molina were named the Most Valuable Players of the 2nd World Cup. On Thursday, the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) announced that Cuba has risen to number one in the world baseball rankings after winning the World Cup this month in Hong Kong. RELATED: Baseball, from the US To Cuba and […]
In Italy, he is developing a career as an athlete and training with the best. The Colombian refugee Amelio Castro is competing in Paris 2024 as a member of the Refugee Paralympic Team, the largest in history with eight members. He lives in Rome and spends much of his time training with his heroes, including […]
Culture
Show allJust over 50 kilometers from Buenos Aires lies La Plata, the capital of the province of the same name and one of Argentina’s most unique cities. Founded on November 19, 1882, by then-governor Dardo Rocha, La Plata was designed from the ground up as a planned city, with a geometric layout that still stands out […]
Long before it became a creamy street favorite served with cinnamon and condensed milk, chicha venezolana was already a cultural cornerstone—its earliest mention dating back to Christopher Columbus’s third voyage, when he arrived at the coast of Paria and was offered “wines of different colors” by the Indigenous peoples. Those “wines,” as later clarified by […]
The exhibition features more than 80 works by the Colombian artist, including sculptures, paintings, and drawings. On Thursday, the Guangdong Museum opened an exhibition dedicated to Colombian artist Fernando Botero, marking the return of his work to China for the first time since 2016. The show is part of an Asian tour that will also […]
On the eastern edge of Harbour Island, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the shore in a gentle embrace, lies one of the Caribbean’s most surreal natural wonders: a three-mile stretch of soft, pink-tinted sand that has captivated travelers, scientists, and dreamers alike. Known simply as Pink Sand Beach, this Bahamian treasure has earned global acclaim, […]
Montevideo — In Uruguay, dance is more than just a form of entertainment: it is a living expression of history, cultural diversity, and collective spirit. From the neighborhoods of Montevideo to the vast rural plains, the country’s traditional dances have withstood the test of time, constantly evolving while preserving their essence. RELATED: Cha-cha-chá: The Cuban […]
