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Anthropic Launches New Version Of Its Claude Amid Global AI Slowdown Calls
The release came days after CEO Dario Amodei called for a slowdown in AI development, sparking a global debate about the need for stricter AI safeguards.
US Treasury Chief Scott Bessent Could Become Trump's New AI Adviser: Report
Bessent told reporters after the talks that Washington had proposed a new AI safety notification mechanism and a new US-China AI dialogue, with a particular emphasis on national security concerns.
Iran's Araghchi Meets US Envoy Witkoff, Sets Conditions For Hormuz Reopening
According to the state news agency IRIB, Araghchi told Witkoff that Tehran demands included "the immediate lifting of the (US) naval blockade, the prompt payment of all Iranian assets that have been frozen,
15 Men Jailed For 220 Years Over 2019 Lanka Bombings That Killed 279
The three-judge bench found that 14 of the accused were guilty on all charges, including murder, conspiracy to commit terrorism and possessing firearms and explosives under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
Trump Says Russia, Ukraine Are Going To 'Make A Deal' Soon
Donald Trump said he and Zelenskyy had a "very good relationship" and were working to find a solution to the conflict.
After Threatening To "Annihilate" Iran, Trump Reveals "Good" Talks Happened
Earlier Tuesday, Trump, in his address to the General Assembly, made the case that he's shown fortitude while other leaders have equivocated as he defended his decision to start a war with Iran.
Explainer: What Is In US-Greenland-Denmark Security Deal?
The agreement says it respects Greenland's right to self-determination. Under the accord, the US must act in a way that respects Greenlandic society and the Greenlandic way of life.
After Months Of Tension, Trump Signs Security Deal With Denmark, Greenland
Under the wide-ranging 10-page pact, the United States will build two military bases in southern and eastern Greenland.
Trump Renames AI To "Super Intelligence", Says 'Artificial' Sounds Fake
While addressing the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, Trump termed previous calls about AI warnings a "globalist scheme" and compared them to warnings about climate change, whose human causes are affirmed by the overwhelming consensus of the scientific community.
"MBS Won't Forget": Ex-US Official On Trump Not Helping Saudi Against Houthis
While Riyadh has asked the US to carry out air strikes against the Houthis as the group attacks Saudi cities, oil facilities and other key infrastructure,US President Donald Trump has so far refused to launch a new US military operation against the group.
In UN Address, Trump Claims He Settled India-Pakistan Conflict
Donald Trump said the reason he was able to "make these settlements" was the use of his "very special relationships", trade, use and threat of tariffs, and various other reasons depending on the country.
'Hope US Won't End Up Punishing India': JPMorgan CEO On Trump Tariffs
Speaking at the JPMorgan India Investor Conference, Dimon said the US should understand how Russian oil is used by Indian refiners and engage with India before deciding how proposed sanctions and tariffs would be implemented.
'Rogue Institution': At UN, Trump Calls On Nations To Quit World Court
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has vowed to dismantle the ICC "brick by brick," describing the court as an "intolerable threat to US sovereignty."
Decks Cleared For Bangladesh's New High Commissioner To India Asad Alam Siam
The term of the current Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, ends next month.
"Make Deal Or Quickly Drive Iran Into Hell?" Trump At UN General Assembly
Trump soon answered his own question and said that the US would make a deal with Iran after the mid-term elections are held on November 3.
Mamdani Calls Netanyahu "Genocide Architect", Then A "Hamas Supporter" Reply
Mamdani had previously said he would arrest Netanyahu if he entered New York, although he acknowledged he did not actually have the power to do so.
Iran Ready To Open Hormuz In 7 Days If US Lifts Blockade, Rubio Open To Talks
While speaking to NBC, US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio said that the US was open to speaking with Iran at the UN General Assembly.
Sri Lanka Convicts 14 Over Easter Bombings That Killed 279
The three-judge bench found that 14 of the accused were guilty on all charges, which included murder, conspiracy to commit terrorism and possessing firearms and explosives under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
'All Iranian Airlines Will Be Grounded Globally By...': US' New Weapon In War
Bessent's threat went beyond the airlines themselves but also targeted airports, ticketing companies, fuel suppliers, and other support businesses that help air carriers operate abroad.
US Networks Boycott Trump Coverage In Revolt Over White House Ban, He Responds
CNN, MS NOW and Politico also went to court after Trump on Friday ordered them to be barred, as the 80-year-old Republican stepped up his years-long assault on the US media.
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UNGA Day 1: US and Iran hold talks despite Trump’s threat
The US and Iran hold talks on UNGA’s first day, despite Trump threatening to ‘annihilate’ Iran in his opening address.
Celebrities at the Pentagon: How unusual was the Paul brothers’ visit?
Logan and Jake Paul face social media backlash after Pentagon visit with Pete Hegseth.
US Republican calls for probe into Donald Trump Jr’s business dealings
US Senator John Curtis's letter marks a rare effort by a member of the president's own party to hold him accountable.
Palestinian Americans meet US lawmakers as Trump seeks $2.8bn for Israel
Organisers say more than 300 constituents met with House and Senate members from 26 states to demand US policy shift.
US signs ‘tremendous’ security deal with Denmark and Greenland
Trump and leaders of Greenland and Denmark have signed a deal allowing an expanded US military presence in Greenland.
Qatari Emir says country won’t ‘limit’ itself as Gulf ‘mediator’
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani told the UN General Assembly that Qatar is more than a mediator.
Macron: France won’t ‘yield an inch’ on Ukraine support
French President Emmanuel Macron says the “coalition of the willing" will not back down in its support of Ukraine.
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman slams targeting of Mecca by ‘terrorist’ Houthis
Saudi monarch's rare condemnation hints at sense of urgency in the kingdom amid ramped-up attacks from Yemen.
Trump: US-Iran meeting at UN was ‘very good’
US President Donald Trump says he had a ‘very good’ three-hour meeting with Iranian officials at the UN.
NYC Mayor Mamdani reaches record DoorDash settlement for underpaid workers
Settlement is largest of its kind in any US city and is set to affect 260,000 delivery drivers.
Brazil’s Lula: Gaza’s ‘pain and trauma’ will last generations
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva condemned the “pain and trauma” inflicted by Israel’s government in Gaza.
Djibouti minister appeals for aid for Yemeni refugees
Djibouti’s Minister of Social Affairs and Solidarity, Ouloufa Ismail Abdo, appeals for aid for Yemeni refugees
Trump admin asks top US court to reverse pro-Palestinian scholar’s release
US solicitor general challenges lower court's ruling on Georgetown scholar's detention, sparking constitutional debates.
Qatar denounces Israeli aggression across the region
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has denounced Israeli aggression in neighbouring countries.
What led to the 1994 Tutsi Genocide in Rwanda
A British doctor accused of killing people during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda has been charged.
Erdogan accuses Israel of ‘genocidal mindset’ at UNGA
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Israel of a “genocidal mindset” at the UN General Assembly.
Is Ethiopia heading towards renewed civil war?
Seven armed groups announce alliance to topple government.
UN Goodwill Ambassador: Millions of refugee children missing school
Mary Maker says education changed the course of her life and urges world leaders to invest in education for refugees.
Qatar’s emir urges diplomacy as Gulf at ‘one of the most dangerous phases’
Sheikh Tamim says years of delayed diplomacy led to the US-Israel war on Iran.
US signs ‘tremendous’ Arctic security deal with Denmark, Greenland
NATO and the European Union welcome accord that ends months-long standoff after Trump threatened to seize Greenland.
Qatar urges diplomacy, rejects Strait of Hormuz ‘bargaining’
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani called for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz while speaking at the UN.
US, Iran hold ‘very good’ talks, Trump says at UN meeting
US President hints at possible deal with Iran, but warns of dire consequences if no agreement is reached.
Indian MMA fighter refuses handshake after Asian Games ‘defeat’
India’s first MMA medal at the Asian Games was overshadowed by controversy over the result.
Lula warns against foreign interference in Brazil election at UN
Lula’s remarks come as Trump asserts US power in Latin America in his own UN address.
Sudan’s historical famine echoes through latest hunger crisis
Sudan’s war-driven famine revives memories of past famines as war drives displacement and food shortages.