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Mexican voice actors protest AI cloning, seek legal safeguards

MEXICO CITY: Mexican voice actors have taken a stand against the rising threat of artificial intelligence in their industry, demanding stronger regulations to prevent unauthorised voice cloning. The protest, held at the Monument to the Revolution, highlighted concerns over job security and ethical violations. The issue of AI replacing human talent gained global attention during… Continue reading

German backpacker survives 11 nights in Australian bush after crash

SYDNEY: A German backpacker who spent 11 harrowing nights stranded in the Australian wilderness has shared her story of survival after a car crash left her disoriented and lost. Carolina Wilga, 26, was discovered on a rarely used track in Western Australia last week, far from her abandoned vehicle. Authorities described her survival as extraordinary… Continue reading

Explosive drone shot down near US troops in Iraq’s Arbil airport

ARBIL: A drone carrying explosives was shot down early Monday near Arbil International Airport in Iraq’s autonomous Kurdistan region, where US troops from the international anti-jihadist coalition are stationed. Kurdish counterterrorism forces confirmed the incident occurred at 2:20 AM local time, with no casualties or damage reported. This marks the second such interception near the… Continue reading

Italy PM Meloni warns of risks from Western trade war

ROME: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has raised concerns over the potential for a damaging trade conflict among Western nations following the latest tariff announcements by former US President Donald Trump. In a statement released by her office, Meloni stressed that such divisions could weaken collective efforts to tackle global challenges. “A trade war within… Continue reading

Italy PM Meloni warns of risks from Western trade war

Trump’s UK state visit dates confirmed for September 17-19

LONDON: US President Donald Trump will make his second state visit to the United Kingdom from September 17 to 19, Buckingham Palace confirmed. Trump and First Lady Melania will be formally welcomed by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle. The invitation was extended through a personal letter from King Charles, delivered by… Continue reading

Trump’s UK state visit dates confirmed for September 17-19

US senators push ‘sledgehammer’ sanctions bill against Russia for Trump

WASHINGTON: US senators are advancing a bipartisan bill designed to give President Donald Trump sweeping sanctions powers against Russia, described as a “sledgehammer” to pressure Moscow. The move comes as US-Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg prepares for a visit to Kyiv, with Trump promising a major statement on Russia. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham confirmed strong Senate… Continue reading

US senators push ‘sledgehammer’ sanctions bill against Russia for Trump

EU delays US tariff retaliation as trade talks continue

BRUSSELS: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen announced on Sunday that the European Union will continue to hold off on retaliating against US steel and aluminium tariffs while negotiations for a broader trade agreement remain ongoing. The decision comes after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose sweeping 30-percent tariffs on the EU if no… Continue reading

EU delays US tariff retaliation as trade talks continue

Syrian Kurds renew autonomy push after failed Damascus talks

DAMASCUS: Syrian Kurdish leaders have reiterated demands for autonomy following unsuccessful negotiations with the central government, exposing persistent divisions over power-sharing in the war-torn nation. The Kurdish-led administration issued a statement on Sunday advocating for “a pluralistic democratic system, social justice, gender equality, and a constitution that guarantees the rights of all components” of society.… Continue reading

Syrian Kurds renew autonomy push after failed Damascus talks

Small plane crashes at London Southend Airport, emergency response ongoing

LONDON: A small plane crashed at London Southend Airport on Sunday, triggering a large-scale emergency response. Footage showed a 12-metre aircraft engulfed in flames with thick black smoke rising from the scene. Essex Police confirmed they were alerted just before 4:00 pm local time (1500 GMT). Authorities stated they are coordinating with emergency services, with… Continue reading

Small plane crashes at London Southend Airport, emergency response ongoing

Israeli plan to relocate Gazans sparks global criticism

JERUSALEM: An Israeli proposal to relocate Gaza’s civilian population into a closed “humanitarian city” has drawn sharp criticism from international bodies, Palestinian authorities, and even domestic security officials. Defence Minister Israel Katz outlined the plan, which involves constructing a restricted zone in southern Gaza during a potential 60-day ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Hamas.… Continue reading

Israeli plan to relocate Gazans sparks global criticism

Macron warns freedom in Europe faces greatest threat since 1945

PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron has issued a stark warning, stating that freedom in Europe faces its most severe threat since the end of World War II. Speaking to the armed forces ahead of Bastille Day, Macron emphasised the urgency of decisive action to safeguard peace and sovereignty. Macron described the current era as a… Continue reading

EU warns of decisive action if no fair US tariff deal reached

BERLIN: The European Union may implement strong countermeasures if negotiations with the United States fail to produce a fair agreement on tariffs, Germany’s finance minister warned. Lars Klingbeil stressed the need for serious talks but cautioned that the EU must be ready to act decisively to safeguard its economy. US President Donald Trump recently announced… Continue reading

Superman dominates North American box office with $122M debut

LOS ANGELES: The latest Superman film has claimed the top spot at the North American box office, earning an impressive $122 million in its opening weekend. Directed by James Gunn, the Warner Bros and DC Studios production introduces David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel, alongside Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. Analyst David A.… Continue reading

Gaza strikes kill 43 as truce talks stall amid rising tensions

GAZA CITY: Gaza’s civil defence agency reported that Israeli air strikes on Sunday killed at least 43 Palestinians, including civilians at a market and a water distribution point. The attacks occurred as ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas remained stalled, with both sides blaming each other for the deadlock. Delegations from Israel and Hamas have… Continue reading

Former Nigeria president Muhammadu Buhari dies at 82 in London

ABUJA: Former Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari, who governed the country both as a military ruler and an elected leader, has died at the age of 82. His death was confirmed by his former aide, Garba Shehu, who announced the news on social media. Buhari first came to power in the 1980s as a military leader… Continue reading

Russia slams report it backed ‘zero enrichment’ Iran nuclear deal

MOSCOW: Russia’s foreign affairs ministry on Sunday described reports claiming that President Vladimir Putin had encouraged his Iranian ally to accept a “zero enrichment” agreement on its nuclear programme as “defamation”. US news outlet Axios reported on Saturday, citing three anonymous sources familiar with the matter, that Putin had “encouraged” Iran to accept a deal… Continue reading

Father shares heartbreak after daughter dies from Kpod addiction in Singapore

SINGAPORE: The last memory Delfard Tay has of his 19-year-old daughter Shermaine is a security camera video showing her stumbling out of their Tanjong Pagar flat. According to Straits Times, the footage, timestamped 2.30am on September 22, 2024, captured her unsteady movements—a sign she had used Kpod, a banned vape pod laced with etomidate. For… Continue reading

India rebel group says army killed leaders in Myanmar strikes

NEW DELHI: Separatist militants in northeastern India said the Indian army carried out cross-border drone strikes on the group’s camps in neighbouring Myanmar on Sunday, killing three of its leaders. Some rebel groups in northeastern India have ethnic, linguistic and cultural ties with minorities across the border in Myanmar and maintain a presence there. A… Continue reading

New Gaza-bound aid boat leaves Italy

SYRACUSE: A Gaza-bound boat carrying pro-Palestinian activists and humanitarian aid left Sicily on Sunday, over a month after Israel detained and deported people aboard a previous vessel. The Handala, operated by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, left the port of Syracuse shortly after 12:00 pm (1000 GMT), an AFP journalist saw, carrying about fifteen activists. Several… Continue reading

Syria says wildfires contained after 10 days

DAMASCUS: Syria’s civil defence agency on Sunday said wildfires in the country’s west, which have burned vast tracts of forest and farmland and forced evacuations, had been brought under control after 10 days. In a statement on Facebook, the agency said that “with the spread of the fires halted and the fire hotspots brought under… Continue reading

Indonesia foils attempt to smuggle 1,200 endangered birds

KUPANG: Indonesian authorities have foiled a smuggling attempt of more than 1,200 endangered Javan white-eye birds after discovering them stuffed into cages, they said Sunday. The popular cage-bird is listed as endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and a protected species by the Indonesian environment and forestry ministry. Officials found… Continue reading

France says Australia defence ties repaired after submarine row

SYDNEY: France’s defence relations with Australia have recovered after their 2021 bust-up over a major submarine contract, the country’s ambassador said Sunday. Paris expressed its “strong regrets” when Australia tore up a multibillion-dollar deal to buy a fleet of diesel-powered submarines from France, Ambassador Pierre-Andre Imbert said. Since the 2022 election of Prime Minister Anthony… Continue reading

Sex-abuse priest’s promotion draws attacks on Catholic Church

PARIS: A French archbishop’s decision to promote a priest who was sentenced to jail for raping a teenaged boy has drawn new condemnation of the Roman Catholic Church for its record on sex abuse. Victim support groups and traditionalists have expressed outrage over the case of Dominique Spina, who was found guilty of raping a… Continue reading

Gaza civil defence says Israeli strikes kill at least 27

GAZA CITY: Gaza’s civil defence agency said Israeli air strikes on Sunday killed at least 27 Palestinians, including six near a water distribution point. Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that Gaza City was hit by several strikes overnight and in the early morning, killing eight people “including children and women” and wounding others.… Continue reading

Farm worker dies after US immigration raid in California cannabis farm

CAMARILLO: A farm worker has died following injuries sustained during a US immigration raid at a legal cannabis farm in California, his family confirmed. The incident occurred during a crackdown by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, part of President Donald Trump’s intensified anti-immigration measures. Raids on agricultural sites in Ventura County, about 90 kilometers… Continue reading

Iran raids drone workshop linked to Israeli agents in Tehran

TEHRAN: Iranian security forces raided a suspected drone workshop in the capital Tehran, claiming it was operated by Israeli agents. Authorities released footage showing drone components and explosives seized during the operation. The exact location was not disclosed, but officials confirmed it was within Tehran. This raid follows recent tensions between Iran and Israel, including… Continue reading

Iran raids drone workshop linked to Israeli agents in Tehran

Macron condemns US tariffs, urges EU countermeasures by August 1

ISTANBUL: French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed strong disapproval of the United States’ decision to impose 30 per cent tariffs on European Union exports, calling for accelerated preparations for credible countermeasures. The move comes as trade tensions escalate ahead of the August 1 deadline. Macron stated on social media platform X that France and the… Continue reading

Macron condemns US tariffs, urges EU countermeasures by August 1

Hanoi to ban fossil-fuel motorbikes in inner city by 2026

HANOI: Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed Hanoi to enforce a ban on fossil-fuel motorbikes and mopeds within the city’s inner Ring Road 1 starting July 1, 2026. The move aims to address severe air and water pollution plaguing the capital. The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) reported that the ban is part of… Continue reading

Hanoi to ban fossil-fuel motorbikes in inner city by 2026

Indonesia’s new history books spark fears of whitewashing past events

JAKARTA: The Indonesian government’s plan to release updated history books has raised concerns among scholars and activists, who fear key events like the 1998 riots targeting ethnic Chinese may be erased. The 10-volume project, commissioned under President Prabowo Subianto, has drawn criticism for potentially glossing over past abuses. Draft summaries seen by AFP show no… Continue reading

Indonesia’s new history books spark fears of whitewashing past events

xAI apologizes for Grok’s offensive AI posts on social media

NEW YORK: Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI has issued an apology after its AI assistant Grok posted offensive content on social media platform X. The company attributed the incident to a recent software update designed to make the chatbot respond more like a human. Following the update on Tuesday, Grok generated posts praising Nazi… Continue reading

Police arrest Palestine Action supporters in UK protests

LONDON: Police in multiple British cities arrested dozens of Palestine Action supporters during protests against the group’s ban under anti-terror laws. Campaign group Defend Our Juries reported 86 arrests, including professionals and activists. The arrests spanned London, Manchester, Cardiff, Londonderry, and Leeds. In London, 41 were detained for backing a proscribed group, while another faced… Continue reading

Police arrest Palestine Action supporters in UK protests

Family demands US probe after American killed in West Bank attack

RAMALLAH: The family of a US-Palestinian man killed in an Israeli settler attack in the occupied West Bank is calling for a US-led investigation into his death. Saif al-Din Kamil Abdul Karim Musalat, a 20-year-old from Florida, was beaten to death in Sinjil, a village north of Ramallah, according to the Palestinian health ministry. Musalat… Continue reading

Family demands US probe after American killed in West Bank attack

Liberia responds to Trump’s English remark with humour and pride

MONROVIA: Liberia has dismissed any offence over US president Donald Trump’s remark about president Joseph Boakai’s English fluency, calling the meeting an honour. The incident has since inspired a viral tribute song celebrating Boakai as the “English King of Africa.” During a White House summit with African leaders, Trump praised Boakai’s English skills, seemingly unaware… Continue reading

Gaza truce talks stall as Israel and Hamas trade blame

GAZA CITY: Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas remain deadlocked as both sides blame each other for the lack of progress. The negotiations, mediated in Qatar, aim to pause 21 months of conflict in Gaza but face obstacles over troop withdrawals and territorial control. A Palestinian source familiar with the discussions told AFP that Israel’s… Continue reading

Gaza truce talks stall as Israel and Hamas trade blame

Kurdish regions in Turkey skeptical of peace process despite PKK disarmament

HAKKARI: In southeast Turkey, where decades of conflict between the army and Kurdish militants have left deep scars, optimism about the ongoing peace process remains scarce. Despite a high-profile ceremony in Iraq where PKK rebels destroyed their weapons, locals in Hakkari, a Kurdish-majority town near the Iraqi border, express little faith in a lasting resolution.… Continue reading

Mexico rejects Trump’s 30% tariff threat as unfair deal

MEXICO CITY: Mexico has strongly criticised former US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 30% tariffs on Mexican goods, labelling it an “unfair deal.” The Mexican government issued a joint statement from its economy and foreign ministries, expressing disagreement with the proposed measures. The new tariffs, announced by Trump on social media, are set to… Continue reading