Democratic socialism in America is gaining political visibility, but describing the entire country as moving left would go beyond the evidence. Progressive electoral victories, changing attitudes among younger Democrats and dissatisfaction with economic inequality point to a stronger left wing inside the Democratic coalition, even as socialism remains unpopular with most Americans overall.

Firmus AI infrastructure funding has put a relatively little-known Australian company at the center of the global compute boom. A multibillion-dollar equity placement involving investors including Nvidia and Blackstone has valued Firmus at about A$15.5 billion, as investors pour increasingly large sums into the physical infrastructure required to run artificial intelligence.

AI intelligence explosion claims are moving from theoretical discussions into conversations inside frontier laboratories. Recent breakthroughs show advanced models solving difficult mathematics and accelerating research, while Anthropic has reported early signs of AI helping speed up AI development itself. But that is still different from machines autonomously redesigning and improving themselves.

The Pakistan Saudi Turkiye defence pact is facing scrutiny only days after its signing in Makkah. A Houthi strike on a Saudi Aramco facility has raised an immediate question: what does the agreement's collective-defence commitment require when one member comes under attack? The answer is more complicated than simply expecting Pakistan or Turkiye to enter a war.

AI layoffs in 2026 are no longer just a prediction about the future of work. Companies are increasingly linking workforce reductions to automation and artificial intelligence, while technology firms remain at the center of the cuts. Yet the data also show that AI is reshaping jobs in more complex ways than simply replacing workers. US AI job cuts rise sharply

The Jharkhand JPSC-JSSC protest intensified in Ranchi on Monday as large groups of aspirants marched towards the state Assembly over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. Police used water cannons after protesters approached security barricades, while demands for examination reforms and a stronger investigation continued. Ranchi Protest Reaches Vidhan Sabha Thousands of students a

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has said the government is ready for a detailed discussion in Parliament over the July 20 student protest and the police response in Delhi. He said Home Minister Amit Shah is prepared to respond, even as Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders continue to demand accountability and a court-monitored investigation. Rijiju Says Government Ready for Discussion

Kani shawl artisans awarded national recognition have brought fresh attention to Jammu and Kashmir’s celebrated weaving heritage. Manzoor Ahmad Hajam and Fayaz Ahmad Wani were honoured for their Kani craft, highlighting the skill, cultural value and future potential of the region’s handloom sector. Handloom Recognition Celebrates Kashmir Weavers Jammu and Kashmir artisans Manzoor Ahmad Haja

The ED probe JPSC exams controversy has intensified as the Enforcement Directorate begins a money-laundering investigation into alleged recruitment examination irregularities, while the Ranchi stir and Assembly march keep pressure on the Jharkhand government. PMLA Case Opens Over Examination Irregularities The Enforcement Directorate on Monday, August 10, registered an Enforcement Case Informat

The UBT MPs merger case remains before the Supreme Court after Shiv Sena (UBT) challenged the Lok Sabha Speaker’s recognition of six of its MPs joining the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The Speaker order remains effective, leaving the Shinde faction with 13 Lok Sabha MPs while the legal dispute continues. UBT plea Shiv Sena (UBT), through party leader Arvind Sawant, moved the Supreme Court aga

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta distributed bicycles to around 200 Class 9 girls under the Vidya Vahini Yojana during the Monsoon Session of the Delhi Legislative Assembly. The initiative aims to improve mobility, school access and attendance while supporting girls’ education and empowerment across the capital. Mobility Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta handed over bicycles to around 200 Clas

A security guard has been arrested in the Ahmedabad security guard rape case after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman tenant on the terrace of a residential society. Police said the accused had joined duty only four days earlier, prompting scrutiny of the security agency’s hiring and background-check procedures. Ahmedabad Crime Reported at Residential Society The alleged assault occurred l

Getting a software engineering job in the US after MS requires more than a graduate degree. International students can improve their prospects through strong coding skills, practical projects, internships, focused resumes, networking, interview preparation and careful OPT planning. Start preparing before graduation Getting a software engineering job in the US after MS usually requires preparation well before graduation. A master’s degr

A master’s in AI in the US can provide Indian students with specialized skills and access to a large technology job market, but the decision requires careful evaluation of tuition, career goals, university quality and post-study work eligibility such as OPT and STEM OPT. Is a US master’s in AI worth the investment? Artificial intelligence has become an in

IIIT Dharwad graduate Aditya Arepalli moved from a software engineering role at Riverbed Technology in Bengaluru to an AI master’s at the University at Buffalo before joining AWS in Seattle. A social media post claims his compensation is worth ₹1.5 crore. From IIIT Dharwad to software engineering Sai Venkata Aditya Arepalli, a graduate of the Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad, has built a technology career spanning I

China Taiwan military activity continued as Taiwan detected one PLA aircraft sortie, nine PLAN vessels and 11 official ships around the island. The aircraft entered Taiwan’s southwestern ADIZ as Taipei continued monitoring growing Chinese air and maritime operations. China Military Activity Around Taiwan Continues Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence said that it detected one sortie of a C

A Belgorod drone attack killed six people and injured 25 as Russia and Ukraine exchanged another wave of deadly strikes. Residential areas were damaged in Belgorod and Kharkiv, while attacks around Odesa highlighted the growing focus on ports, energy and logistics. Belgorod Drone Attack Kills Six Civilians Six people were killed and 25 others injured in an overnight Ukrainian drone attack on th

The Syria Russia bases deal will return key facilities at Hmeimim and Tartous to Syrian management while former Russian military sites become joint training centers. The agreement marks a major restructuring of Moscow’s strategic presence on Syria’s Mediterranean coast. Syria Russia Bases Deal Reshapes Coastal Presence Syria and Russia have signed a memorandum of understanding redefining th

Trump’s Iran economic pressure strategy is currently taking priority over renewed major military action as Washington watches Tehran’s worsening economy. Indirect Iran talks and a possible Strait of Hormuz arrangement continue, but major disagreements remain unresolved. Trump Iran Economic Pressure Strategy Takes Priority US President Donald Trump has signaled that Washington is temporarily

Pezeshkian met Mojtaba Khamenei to discuss Iran’s military situation, economic pressures, currency, energy and public needs. The meeting drew added attention amid continuing speculation over the Supreme Leader’s health and limited public visibility. Pezeshkian Meets Mojtaba Khamenei Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has met Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei for detailed dis