A global cyber outage has wreaked havoc across diverse industries worldwide. In the United States, major airlines such as American Airlines and Delta were forced to ground flights, reportedly due to issues with Microsoft’s cloud services, although the precise link remains unclear. Meanwhile, in Australia, sectors spanning media, banking, and telecommunications encountered significant disruptions attributed…
In Ulsan, South Korea, a groundbreaking development has emerged in the form of the world’s first “hydrogen apartment” block. Known as the Yuldong-With-U complex, this residential marvel comprises 437 households entirely powered by hydrogen fuel cells for both electricity and heating. Operational for just over a month, the innovative system has already proven its capability….
In a landmark ceremony at the Royal Courts of Justice, history was made as MP Shabana Mahmood assumed the role of the United Kingdom’s first female Muslim Lord Chancellor. The event, overseen by Dame Sue Carr, the pioneering Chief Justice, marked a historic “triple first”: Ms. Mahmood became the first Lord Chancellor to swear on…
Kuwait, a prominent oil producer in the Middle East, recently unveiled a significant discovery of oil and gas in an offshore field near Failaka Island. This discovery, announced by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) during a meeting with the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, marks a substantial addition to Kuwait’s energy reserves….
In December 2023, The New York Times initiated legal action against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement. The newspaper accused OpenAI of utilizing its extensive article archive without permission to train its AI model, ChatGPT. OpenAI responded robustly by challenging The New York Times to substantiate the originality of their content. They demanded access to reporter’s notes…
Speculations abound about the potential relocation of Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma to London. Recently, the couple has been frequently spotted in the UK, with Kohli even jetting off right after his World Cup victory. Fueling rumors further, they have a registered business in the UK, hinting at potential long-term plans. Kohli has expressed a…
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman recently extended congratulations to Iran’s newly elected President Masoud Pezeshkian, underscoring his commitment to enhancing bilateral ties. Bin Salman emphasized his dedication to fostering mutual interests and cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Iran, signaling a proactive stance in rebuilding their relationship. This gesture follows a landmark agreement facilitated by…
Mark Zuckerberg, known for his innovative take on celebrating America’s Independence Day, marked July 4th in a distinctive manner this year. The CEO of Meta decided to blend surfing with patriotism, catching waves while proudly holding the American flag aloft. Clad in his trademark suit and stylish black sunglasses, Zuckerberg’s unconventional beach attire underscored his…
Saudi Arabia’s Energy Minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, has announced a series of significant discoveries by Saudi Aramco, revealing seven new deposits of oil and gas. These discoveries span various types of reserves, including two unconventional oil fields, a light Arabian oil reservoir, and several natural gas fields located in the Eastern Province and the…
The Australian government has implemented substantial revisions to its visa policies affecting international students, including a significant 125% increase in the visa fee, which now stands at A$1,600 from the previous A$710, effective July 1. Moreover, changes stipulate that holders of visitor visas and temporary graduate visas are no longer eligible to apply for a…