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Did US and France-funded labs in Congo leak a deadly virus?

January 30, 2025
Geopolitics/Human Rights/News

A laboratory in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), recently flagged for potential virus leakage risks by the Red Cross, is being financially supported by the United States and France, according to

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Dancing Robots Shine in Chinese New Year’s Gala: A Futuristic Twist on Tradition

January 29, 2025
China/Technology

In a groundbreaking moment at China’s iconic Spring Festival Gala, a group of robots dressed in floral jackets took center stage, dancing in perfect synchrony to a version of a traditional northeastern

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Sri Lanka Cabinet Approves Key Grants, International Deals, and Health Upgrades

January 29, 2025
Politics/Sri Lanka

In its latest meeting, the Cabinet of Ministers of Sri Lanka approved several crucial proposals aimed at enhancing the nation’s political, economic, and educational frameworks. The decisions, which span various sectors including

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Trump to Host Netanyahu in Washington as First Foreign Leader of Second Term

January 29, 2025
Geopolitics/United States

U.S. President Donald Trump will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu next Tuesday in Washington, marking the first official foreign leader visit to the White House since Trump’s return to office. Israeli

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Kim Jong Un Vows to Pursue Nuclear Development “Indefinitely”

January 29, 2025
Geopolitics

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged to continue advancing his country’s nuclear weapons program “indefinitely,” signaling his unyielding commitment to bolstering the nation’s military capabilities despite global calls for denuclearization. Kim’s

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West to Ban Chinese DeepSeek Over Alleged Intellectual Property Theft?

January 29, 2025
Artificial Intelligence/Geopolitics

OpenAI has accused Chinese artificial intelligence start-up DeepSeek of utilizing its proprietary AI models to train a competing open-source system, raising concerns about potential intellectual property (IP) theft. The allegation, first reported

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Using Artificial Intelligence In Diplomacy : Perspectives For Sri Lanka

January 29, 2025
Artificial Intelligence/Geopolitics

Although this article focuses on Sri Lanka, the general facts herein would apply to any State practicing diplomacy.  Universal Application Artificial intelligence (AI) has been increasingly hailed as an innovative tool in

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Why Trump Admires President McKinley, the Original ‘Tariff Man’

January 29, 2025
Geopolitics/History/United States

President Donald Trump has often expressed admiration for William McKinley, the 25th president of the United States, known for his advocacy of high tariffs to protect American industries. Trump, who calls himself

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Congo: The Fight for ‘Blood Minerals’ Found in Every Mobile

January 29, 2025
Geopolitics/Human Rights

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is home to vast natural resources, with rich deposits of diamonds, gold, and an array of crucial minerals. Among these, the lesser-known but highly valuable minerals—coltan,

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Hong Kong Police Target Families to Silence Exiled Activists

January 29, 2025
Human Rights/News

Hong Kong authorities have escalated their efforts to silence exiled democracy activists by targeting their families and former colleagues. Human rights organizations have condemned the interrogation of the family members and associates

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First Indian State Bans Polygamy in ‘Anti-Muslim’ Marriage Reforms

January 29, 2025
Human Rights/News

In a move that has sparked controversy and criticism, the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand has become the first to introduce sweeping marriage reforms under the Narendra Modi-led Hindu nationalist government. These

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Scammers Use Fake News Videos for Blackmail in Sophisticated Scheme

January 29, 2025
Diplomacy/News

Scammers are increasingly using AI-generated “news” videos to manipulate and blackmail their victims, with some even impersonating prominent outlets like CNN. This deceptive tactic is part of a broader wave of online

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EU Digital Rules Under Scrutiny as Industry Demands Tougher Big Tech Action

January 29, 2025
Diplomacy/Geopolitics

The European Commission’s ongoing review of investigations into tech giants such as Apple, Meta, and Google is causing concern within Europe’s tech sector. In a letter set to be published today and

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Pakistan’s Military Seizes Economic Power, Dismantling Democracy

January 29, 2025
Pakistan/World

The Financial Times (FT) has reported on the growing role of Pakistan’s military in shaping the country’s economy, raising concerns among investors and political analysts alike. The military’s increasing involvement spans from

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Middle East’s Renewables Boom: Oil Giants Shift Focus to Solar Power

January 29, 2025
Business

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia are spearheading a renewable energy revolution in the Gulf region, with state-owned companies Masdar and Acwa Power announcing groundbreaking solar projects that could transform

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