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Blinken makes clear to Israel that steps so far to increase aid in Gaza are insufficient

October 23, 2024

India’s EAM accused of transnational terror in letter to Antony Blinken

October 2, 2024

Republicans seek new oversight of online speech while boosting AI
Republican lawmakers have introduced legislation over the last week that could give the federal government a tighter grasp on some tech platforms, while easing up government scrutiny on artificial intelligence. The Republican-led House Energy and Commerce Committee’s budget reconciliation bill was introduced Tuesday and would give the federal government the ability to update IT…
Hira Mani reveals her passion for drumming
KARACHI: Famous Pakistani actress Hira Mani has surprised her fans by revealing a personal passion that many were unaware of. Taking to Instagram, the actress shared a series of photos in which she is seen playing the drums with her hair down, showcasing a different, artistic side of her personality. The post was met with…
Nvidia to ship new AI chip for China next quarter, modified Blackwell later
PALO ALTO, California/TAIPEI/HONG KONG — Nvidia will start shipping a modified Hopper-series chip for artificial intelligence applications to customers in China in coming months, its latest effort to stay in the Chinese market as Huawei steps up its own AI chip offerings and the U.S. tightens export restrictions, Nikkei Asia has learned. The new chip…
Dust storm covers Chicago with near-zero visibility conditions
A dust storm that brought visibility to near zero swept across the Chicago area Friday, prompting the first dust storm warning ever issued to the city, officials said. The “wall of dust” that struck the South Side and other areas occurred on a day in which high winds of 50 mph were forecast, and as…
India plans to build new Indus River project to cut Pakistan’s water supply
India is planning to significantly increase its water intake from a major river that flows into Pakistan, in response to the recent Pahalgam incident in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Delhi suspended its participation in the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty shortly after the Pahalgam incident, accusing Pakistan of carrying out the terror attack. Although…
Indonesia grapples with the popularity and risks of Sam Altman’s Worldcoin
JAKARTA — Fajar Cipta, a ride-hailing driver based in Jakarta, had long heard about cryptocurrency from YouTube videos and online influencers. So when OpenAi CEO Sam Altman’s World project officially entered Indonesia in Febru, opening at least 20 “verification hubs,” Fajar was among the first to line up.
Netanyahu is the odd man out in Trump’s Middle East trip
ABU DHABI — As President Donald Trump hopscotched around the Middle East this week, he was the star of elaborate ceremonies, announced new U.S. policies and unveiled billions of dollars in new economic partnerships. He even visited a mosque, remarking on the pride for he felt for “my friends” as he took in its beauty.…
Pakistan remembers its heroes, give special thanksgiving day ceremony “Youm-e-Tashakur”
Pakistan remembers its heroes, give special thanksgiving day ceremony “Youm-e-Tashakur” Islamabad witnessed a powerful display of unity and gratitude as the nation came together for a special Thanksgiving Day ceremony, celebrating a historic victory in the fight for justice. Held at the heart of the capital, the event brought together top civil and milit leadership,…
Taiwan ends its nuclear era, but energy security concerns linger
KAOHSIUNG — Taiwan has formally phased out nuclear power, as the island democracy’s last reactor undergoes decommissioning on Saturday amid a growing debate about its energy security policy in the face of rising threats from China. Commissioned in the 1980s, Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant in southern Pingtung county is being shut down in line with…