AI could cause a ‘Great Divergence’ between rich and poor, UN report says
BANGKOK (AP) — Behind the hoopla over the promise of artificial intelligence lay difficult realities, including how such…
Hong Kong’s Response to Deadly Fire Is Squeezed by China’s Firm Hand
The fire in a Hong Kong high-rise last week was followed by an outpouring of support for victims…
Another Russian tanker attacked in the Black Sea
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — A tanker carrying sunflower oil from Russia to Georgia was attacked in the Black…
India mandates pre-installation of government cyber safety app on all smartphones
NEW DELHI — India’s telecoms ministry has directed smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a government-run cybersecurity app on all…
Tennessee votes to fill vacant US House seat in special election
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — President Donald Trump and Republicans will try to bounce back from recent losses around…
Pope to wrap up Lebanon visit with silent prayer at site of 2020 port explosion
BEIRUT, Lebanon — BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — Pope Leo XIV was set to wrap up his visit to…
After shooting of National Guard members, US restricts immigration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Since last week’s shooting of two National Guard members in the nation’s capital by a…
Canada joins EU defense fund in effort to diversify military spending
TORONTO (AP) — Canada has joined a major European Union defense fund, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s office said…
South African radio presenter arrested on suspicion of recruiting fighters for Russia
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — A South African radio presenter appeared in court on Monday accused of…
Cameroon’s top opposition leader dies after weeks of detention
DOUALA, Cameroon (AP) — Cameroon’s top opposition leader, Anicet Ekane, has died after weeks of detention at the…
Ex-Trump lawyer Habba disqualified as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer Alina Habba is disqualified from serving as New Jersey’s…
New York City to Get Three Major Casinos
New York City will get three mega-casinos after a state commission awarded licenses to Mets owner Steve Cohen…