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The United States has restarted military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine after the two nations agreed to a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. This move comes as a major effort to reduce tensions and promote stability in the region. The aid package includes defensive weapons, tactical support, and critical intelligence to help Ukraine maintain its security during the ceasefire period. U.S. officials emphasized that the assistance aims to support Ukraine’s defense and ensure that the ceasefire holds. The 30-day ceasefire is the first of its kind since hostilities escalated earlier this year. Ukrainian and Russian forces have agreed to halt…

Two hundred US service members arrived in Israel to establish a joint centre coordinating humanitarian and security operations in Gaza.Officials confirmed that no American troops will enter the enclave but will supervise the truce between Israel and Hamas.US envoy Steve Witkoff and CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper inspected Gaza on Saturday to confirm Israel’s first withdrawal phase.“This operation will succeed without American soldiers setting foot in Gaza,” Cooper stated, confirming his command’s leadership role. Fragile Truce Sparks Aid and Prisoner Exchange The ceasefire terms require Hamas to release 48 hostages by Monday, with around 20 believed to still be alive.In exchange,…

Donald Trump announced a new deal with AstraZeneca to lower prescription drug costs while granting the company tariff relief. The British-based drugmaker agreed to sell several medicines to the U.S. Medicaid program at discounted “most-favored-nation” prices — matching the lowest rates offered in other developed nations. The agreement mirrors one struck last week with Pfizer. Both are part of Trump’s broader push to pressure drug companies into cutting prices or face 100% tariffs. “For many years, Americans have paid the highest prices in the world for prescription drugs,” Trump said in the Oval Office. “This deal could bring us the…

OpenAI has taken a bold step to strengthen its artificial intelligence capabilities by securing a multibillion-dollar partnership with AMD. The deal includes OpenAI acquiring a 10% stake in AMD for $270 billion. Alongside this, OpenAI plans to purchase tens of billions of dollars’ worth of AMD chips to support its rapidly growing AI projects. The announcement immediately affected AMD’s stock performance, causing shares to surge by 34%. Market analysts see this as a strong vote of confidence in both companies’ technological and commercial strategies. Investors are optimistic that this collaboration will accelerate AI development while boosting AMD’s long-term market value.…

The United States and the European Union have taken a major step to strengthen trade relations. Leaders from both sides agreed on a new framework that aims to lower tariffs, improve cooperation on technology, and set higher environmental standards. This move is seen as a milestone in transatlantic relations. Under the new trade framework, both the U.S. and the EU plan to reduce import and export tariffs on key goods. Lower tariffs are expected to increase trade volumes, helping businesses in both regions. Economists predict that this could support job growth and boost economic activity across industries ranging from manufacturing…

Only four bottles of Asahi Super Dry remain on the shelves at Ben Thai, a small restaurant in Tokyo’s Sengawacho district. Owner Sakaolath Sugizaki hopes for new deliveries soon, but suppliers hold most stock for larger clients. Major beer production halts after cyber-attack Japan’s leading beer producer, Asahi, stopped operations at most of its 30 factories last month after a cyber-attack. All facilities, including six breweries, have partially reopened, but computer systems remain offline. The company now relies on pen, paper, and fax machines to process orders and shipments, drastically reducing delivery volumes. Asahi accounts for around 40% of Japan’s…

Donald Trump has warned he will impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods from 1 November, accusing Beijing of “very hostile” actions. The threat came after China tightened export controls on rare earth materials — essential for U.S. technology and manufacturing industries. “Perhaps the time has come,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, saying the tariffs would be “painful but good in the end” for the U.S. The move reignites trade war fears between the world’s two largest economies, just months after both sides eased earlier tariff hikes. Markets tumbled following Trump’s announcement. The S&P 500 fell 2.7%, the Dow Jones dropped…

“This technology is our future threat,” warns Serhiy Beskrestnov as he examines a newly captured Russian drone. Unlike traditional weapons, it uses artificial intelligence to locate and strike targets without human control. Beskrestnov, a consultant for Ukraine’s defence forces, has analysed countless drones since the war began. This model stands out. It neither sends nor receives signals, making it impossible to jam or detect. Both Ukrainian and Russian forces now deploy AI on the battlefield. They use it to locate enemy positions, analyse intelligence, and clear mines faster than ever before. AI becomes Ukraine’s invisible ally Artificial intelligence has become…

Researchers in the UK say they’ve developed the first reliable blood test to detect myalgic encephalomyelitis, or chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). The team from the University of East Anglia and Oxford Biodynamics found unique DNA-folding patterns in ME/CFS patients’ blood. Testing 47 patients and 61 healthy volunteers, they achieved 92% sensitivity and 98% specificity — a major diagnostic breakthrough. “This is a significant step forward,” said lead researcher Prof Dmitry Pshezhetskiy. “It could transform how we diagnose and manage ME/CFS.” The test uses epigenetic markers, which can change during life, to identify disease signatures more accurately than genetic testing. However,…

Expanding AI and Cloud Infrastructure Across Europe Google commits €5 billion to grow its data and AI infrastructure in Belgium. The expansion, the largest in the company’s Belgian history, will create 300 jobs and strengthen Wallonia’s role in Europe’s data network. The investment ranks among Belgium’s biggest technology projects, signaling Google’s deepening commitment to the continent’s digital advancement. The company will expand its Saint-Ghislain campus in Wallonia to improve access to AI and cloud services throughout Europe. “With today’s announcement, Google strengthens its presence in Belgium, enhances its infrastructure, and drives AI-led transformation,” said Bikash Koley, Vice President for Global…