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Hainan, China: Super Typhoon ‘Yagi’ has made landfall on China’s southern island of Hainan, prompting the evacuation of over 400,000 people. With wind speeds exceeding 200 kilometers per hour, Yagi is one of the most powerful typhoons to hit the region in recent years. Local authorities have declared an emergency and mobilized disaster response teams to mitigate the effects of the storm. Residents from coastal areas and flood-prone zones have been relocated to temporary shelters as a precautionary measure. Power outages have been reported across several parts of the island, and transportation services have been suspended, with flights and ferry services cancelled…

San Diego: Qualcomm has explored the possibility of acquiring segments of Intel’s chip design business, a move that could reshape the semiconductor industry. The potential deal highlights Qualcomm’s strategic interest in expanding its technology portfolio and strengthening its position in the competitive semiconductor market. According to sources, Qualcomm, a leading player in mobile and wireless technology, is particularly interested in Intel’s advanced chip design capabilities. The acquisition is expected to enhance Qualcomm’s ability to develop cutting-edge technologies and diversify its product offerings beyond its current focus on mobile processors. Intel, a major player in the semiconductor industry, has been undergoing…

Moscow: Pavel Durov, Telegram CEO, has condemned the recent arrest of a key employee as a “misguided” and politically motivated action. In a statement, Durov expressed his outrage over the arrest, which he claims is part of a broader campaign to stifle dissent and undermine digital freedoms. The employee, whose identity has not been disclosed, was taken into custody by authorities on charges that remain unclear, but are suspected to be related to the company’s ongoing legal battles with several governments over data privacy and security issues. Durov asserts that the arrest is a direct attack on Telegram’s commitment to…

London: In a decisive move to address the escalating water pollution crisis, the UK government has announced new measures featuring tougher penalties and stricter regulations for environmental violations. The initiative, revealed by Environment Secretary Jane Smith, aims to enhance the protection of the nation’s waterways, which have been increasingly affected by pollutants from industrial and agricultural sources. Penalties upto £10mn The new legislation introduces significantly higher fines for companies and individuals found guilty of contaminating water sources. Under the updated rules, penalties for severe breaches can now reach up to £10 million, a substantial increase from the previous maximum of…

Oslo, Norway: Hvaldimir, the beluga whale known for its unusual spy-like behavior, has been killed by gunshots. Animal rights groups have sparked outrage and calls for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Hvaldimir gained international attention in 2019 when he was discovered off the coast of Norway wearing a harness that appeared to be military-grade. This led to speculation that he might have been trained by the Russian military for espionage purposes. Despite his mysterious past, Hvaldimir was viewed by many as a symbol of the intersection between wildlife and geopolitical intrigue. According to reports, Hvaldimir was found…

Georgia: Four people have been killed in a mass shooting that occurred at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia, northeast of Atlanta. A 14-year-old student has been booked for killing two students and two teachers, and injuring nine, before surrendering to school resource officers. Students have said that they heard gunfire and barricaded themselves in classrooms, then later fled to the football field to reunite with anxious parents. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) said in a news conference that the gunman, the 14-year-old student named Colt Gray, steep consequences. “He will be charged with murder, and he will…

Lake District, England: The ‘Cumbria Wildlife Trust’ is seeking public support to purchase Skiddaw Forest in the Lake District to safeguard the area’s natural, geological, and public access significance. As part of a long-term, 100-year vision, the trust aims to restore 620 acres of lost Atlantic rainforest  on the lower slopes of the forest, bringing wildlife back to the region. The land, located in the northern Lake District, covers 1,447 acres (585 hectares) and sits between the famous Skiddaw and Blencathra mountains. This area is largely treeless upland terrain, home to a rich diversity of wildlife, including rare species like…

Beijing: China has escalated its trade war with Canada by launching an anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola imports. The latest move comes after Canada declared that it will slap a 100 percent tariff on imports of China-made electric vehicles (EV) after similar announcements by the US and European Union. Canada also announced a plan to impose 25 percent duty on Chinese steel and aluminium. Canada and its Western allies accuse China of subsidising its EV industry, giving its car makers an unfair advantage. Beijing also said that it would file a complaint on the EV “discriminatory” and “unilateral”. Canada’s minister of…

New York: The United Nations has called for a unified global approach to fully utilize the potential of artificial intelligence (AI), urging countries to collaborate on creating ethical standards and regulatory frameworks, during a special session on emerging technologies. UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized that AI has the power to drive significant progress in critical areas such as healthcare, climate change, and education. However, he also cautioned against the risks of AI misuse, including threats to privacy, security, and employment. Guterres stressed that the benefits of AI should be shared universally, warning that without international cooperation, the technology could widen…

Kyiv, Ukraine: Russian missile strikes targeted a Ukrainian military institute in the central town of Poltava, killing at least 51 people. The attack, which occurred early in the morning, is one of the deadliest single assaults since the war began, intensifying fears of further violence in the region. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense confirmed the strike, stating that a series of precision-guided missiles hit the Sumy Military Institute of Communications, a key training facility for the Ukrainian armed forces. The institute was reportedly housing military personnel and students at the time of the attack. Emergency services were immediately deployed to…