Graham Vandenburg The United Nations’ digital agency has reported a significant rise in carbon emissions from the world’s leading tech companies. Between 2020 and 2023, these companies saw their operational emissions increase by an average of 150 percent. This surge is largely driven by growing investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers, which have led to … Read more
The relationship between the United States and Ukraine, once strong and supportive, is showing signs of strain. In the past, the U.S. was a key ally for Ukraine, providing military aid, financial support, and political backing as the country fought to maintain its independence. However, recent developments suggest that Washington is losing interest in the … Read more
Indonesia is one step closer to qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for only the second time in its history after a tense 1-0 victory over China. This match, part of the Asian Football Confederation qualifiers, took place in Jakarta on Thursday and effectively dashed China’s hopes of making it to the tournament. The only … Read more
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has recently ramped up his criticism of President Donald Trump’s new tax legislation, leading to a significant drop in Tesla’s stock price. Musk, who has previously described himself as a close ally of Trump, expressed his concerns publicly, stating he would immediately decommission SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, which is crucial … Read more
In a recent Oval Office meeting, former President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. He likened the situation to “two children fighting in a park,” suggesting that sometimes it’s better to let them resolve their issues on their own for a while. Trump made these comments during a … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed doubt about Ukraine’s commitment to peace following a deadly bomb attack in Western Russia. The attack, which occurred on Saturday, resulted in the deaths of seven people and injured 115 others. Putin labeled this incident as a “terrorist” act aimed at sabotaging ongoing peace discussions. The attack targeted a … Read more
Vietnam has officially ended its two-child policy, a significant shift aimed at addressing the country’s declining birthrate and the challenges of an ageing population. This change allows couples to have as many children as they wish, with all previous restrictions now lifted. The decision was announced this week, reflecting concerns from health officials about the … Read more
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) has announced that it will not resume its aid distribution in Gaza immediately after a full day of closure. The organization, which is supported by the United States and Israel, stated that operations will restart once maintenance and repairs on its distribution sites are completed. They shared this update on … Read more
Israel’s ongoing conflict with Gaza has significantly boosted its military technology sector. This surge comes as the country has been actively involved in military operations, especially since October 7, 2023. The situation has led to an increase in the development and sale of weapons and surveillance systems that have been tested on Palestinian populations. The … Read more
The U.S. government is taking a significant step by revoking visas for Chinese students, particularly those linked to the Chinese Communist Party. This decision comes as part of a broader effort to address national security concerns and prevent the misuse of American universities. The State Department announced this measure, which targets students in specific fields … Read more
