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Indian-origin entrepreneur Anant Yardi has pledged an additional $8 million to IIT Delhi, bringing his total donation to approximately $16 million. This significant contribution will bolster artificial intelligence research at the Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence and support the institute's campus infrastructure development, enhancing its academic and research ecosystem.
Airports nationwide face potential closures as TSA agents resign and call out sick due to the ongoing government shutdown. Thousands of daily absences have led to extensive security lines and flight delays, with some smaller airports at risk of shutting down entirely. Lawmakers are scrambling for a solution as the situation is expected to worsen.
Iran's escalating strikes have inflicted significant operational and reputational costs on the US and Israel, resulting in the loss of over two dozen aircraft and advanced military systems. Relatively low-cost Iranian tactics have successfully targeted expensive US assets, including THAAD radar and an F-35 fighter, raising concerns about modern warfare vulnerabilities.
Former President Donald Trump has threatened to deploy ICE agents to airports for security, demanding Democrats agree to fund airport safety. He specifically targeted immigrants from Somalia, blaming them and Minnesota officials for issues in the state. This comes after a Homeland Security funding bill stalled in the Senate, with Democrats seeking immigration enforcement reforms following recent s...
A viral online persona, Jessica Foster, presented as a patriotic Army woman, has been exposed as an AI-generated fake. Experts highlight this as a growing strategy by right-wing accounts to blend patriotism with explicit content, using convincing AI imagery to attract viewers, monetize interest, and promote political agendas.
Immigration significantly lowers elderly mortality in US cities, a Harvard-led study reveals. An influx of foreign-born healthcare workers, including nurses and aides, boosted caregiving capacity. This expansion helped more seniors age at home, improving health outcomes and reducing deaths. The research highlights immigration as a key solution to caregiving shortages.
Kai Cenat made a rare public appearance during his streaming hiatus at IShowSpeed’s Baller League event, sparking emotional reactions online. Fans debated whether his recent breakup changed him or if he has healed. The viral moment, featuring warm interactions with Speed’s family, reignited excitement, with many hoping the popular streamer is preparing for a full return.
Following allegations of sexual assault against Cesar Chavez, public spaces across California swiftly removed his name and likeness within two days. This unprecedented response from officials and activists highlights the shock and immediate need for action after the New York Times investigation brought the claims to light.
Russian intelligence is actively compromising thousands of Signal accounts, targeting US officials, military, and journalists. Hackers impersonate support staff to trick users into revealing sensitive information, enabling full account takeovers. This allows them to view messages, steal contact lists, and launch phishing attacks, posing a significant national security risk.
Operation Epic Fury, a swift US-Israeli strike targeting Iran's leadership, has unexpectedly morphed into a 22-day attritional war. Despite initial successes, Iran's resilience and regional escalation have caught Washington off guard, turning a planned quick victory into a protracted quagmire with no clear endgame and significant global economic implications.
A US-backed proposal, put forward by the Board of Peace, has been presented to Hamas, requesting the group disarm in exchange for a long-term ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. This plan, linked to Gaza's rebuilding, faces challenges due to Hamas's ideology of armed resistance. Hamas is expected to respond after Eid al-Fitr, potentially with a counteroffer
At an otherwise routine Oval Office meeting on Thursday, Donald Trump made a joke about Pearl Harbour directly to Japan's prime minister Sanae Takaichi, invoking the 1941 surprise attack that killed 2,400 Americans and drew the United States into the Second World War. Takaichi widened her eyes, said nothing, and moved on. For eight decades, American presidents have avoided the subject in Japanese ...
President Trump announced the US is nearing its military objectives in the Middle East, ruling out a ceasefire. He outlined five key goals, including degrading Iran's missile capabilities and preventing nuclear acquisition. Meanwhile, Iran's new Supreme Leader claimed victory over the US and Israel.Trump lists 5 strategic goals in Middle East war, Khamenei claims 'enemy has been defeated'
Washington Mulls Occupying Kharg Island To Force Reopening of Hormuz Strait
The White House stated the US military can "take out" Iran's Kharg Island at any time if President Trump orders it, following reports of potential occupation or blockade plans. This comes as the U.S. deploys additional Marines to the Middle East amid an effective Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi criticized U.S. messaging on the regional conflict, comparing it to discredited Vietnam War briefings. He cited discrepancies between U.S. claims of victory and events like an F-35 being downed and U.S. aircraft carriers repositioning, suggesting a detached-from-reality narrative.
