Tag: United States
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Microsoft Launches Project Gecko To Build Inclusive AI For Underserved Communities
Microsoft Unveils Project Gecko to Bridge AI Gaps for Underserved Communities Microsoft has announced Project Gecko, an ambitious initiative designed to make AI tools more accessible and useful for underserved communities around the world. The project brings together researchers from Microsoft Research Africa (Nairobi), India, and teams in the United States, collaborating with Digital Green…
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MPs Call for Royal Commission of Inquiry into US-Malaysia Trade Deal over Sovereignty and Transparency Fears
Background: A Trade Pact under Scrutiny In Kuala Lumpur, MPs have intensified calls for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into Malaysia’s recently signed trade agreement with the United States. Subang MP Wong Chen led the charge, arguing that certain provisions could undermine Malaysia’s sovereignty and the public’s confidence in essential decision-making processes. The push…
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Lavrov: U.S. Weighing Putin’s Nuclear Arms Proposal Amid New START Talks
Overview: Lavrov’s remarks on U.S. deliberations Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that the United States has informed Moscow through diplomatic channels that it is reviewing President Vladimir Putin’s proposal to maintain the limitations outlined in the New START treaty. The comments, reported by multiple outlets, come as Washington and Moscow navigate a sensitive…
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Diplomacy Over Tension: Nigeria and US Seek Calm Amid Trump’s Military Action Threats
Overview: A Diplomatic Path Forward Nigeria has opened talks with the United States to seek a diplomatic resolution to rising tensions triggered by President Donald Trump’s threats of military action against Islamist militants operating within Nigeria. The discussions reflect an effort by both governments to avoid escalation and to pursue targeted, multilateral approaches to security…
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Millions Could Lose SNAP Benefits This Month as Cuts Hit Hard
Overview: A Sharp Turn for SNAP Benefits Millions of low-income Americans could see little to no SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits this month as lawmakers and policymakers grapple with sustained funding cuts and policy changes. An analysis from the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) signals that the impact may be more severe…
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Israeli crime figure indicted in US over threats tied to Beverly Hills poker rings
Overview of the case A 52-year-old Israeli man, who is reportedly living in Mexico, has been indicted in the United States on charges stemming from threats aimed at a host involved in high-stakes poker games in Beverly Hills. Prosecutors allege the individual engaged in an extortion scheme that leveraged intimidation to extract money from the…
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South Sudan TPS Ends: End of Temporary Protected Status
Overview: TPS Termination for South Sudanese Nationals The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is moving to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of South Sudan, a change that would end more than a decade of protection for thousands of people from the East African nation. CBS News has reported the plan as an exclusive,…
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How the U.S. Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision Could Impact Canada
Overview: Why a Supreme Court tariff decision matters for Canada The U.S. Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on presidential tariff powers could reshape the way tariffs are used in cross-border trade. While the legal outcome centers on U.S. law, the practical effects will ripple through Canada’s economy. Canadian manufacturers, exporters, and consumers could face changes in…
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US Designates Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern over Christian Genocide Allegations
Overview: A Controversial Designation The United States has reportedly designated Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) amid allegations that Christians have faced widespread persecution. The move, if confirmed, would require close scrutiny of the administration’s rationale, the legal framework behind CPC designations, and the potential implications for Nigeria’s diplomatic and economic ties with…
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Trump Signals Return to Nuclear Testing: What It Means for U.S. Security and the World
Overview: A Controversial Reversal in U.S. Nuclear Policy The public discourse surrounding nuclear weapons intensified after President Trump indicated that the United States might resume underground nuclear tests. The move marks a sharp break from decades of a moratorium and a broader commitment to nonproliferation norms that have helped shape global security frameworks. Proponents argue…