Google has launched Gemini 3 Flash as its new default AI model across the Gemini app and Search, saying it delivers faster performance and stronger reasoning skills than previous releases. The company claims Gemini 3 Flash not only surpasses 2.5 Flash, but also comes close to matching its advanced Pro model. The move strengthens Google’s position in the competitive AI market, where OpenAI recently released GPT-5.2. With Gemini 3 Flash now becoming the primary experience for millions of user

Taiwan experienced a moderate 5.1 magnitude earthquake on Thursday, briefly shaking buildings across the capital city of Taipei. According to reports citing the island’s weather administration, the quake struck off the eastern coast, with its epicentre about 18 km from Hualien city at a depth of nearly 31.6 km. While the tremor was noticeable enough to cause concern among residents, officials confirmed that there were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. Taipe

In 2025, as the Indian Navy launches Exercise Trishul off the coast of Gujarat, history echoes across the Arabian Sea. The large-scale tri-services drill, featuring warships, fighter jets, tanks, and helicopters, is designed to test India’s combat readiness along its south-western frontier. This very coastline holds immense historical significance — it was here, sixty years ago, that the Pakistan Navy attempted a bold attack on the temple town of Dwarka during the Indo-Pak War of 1965, an

Russia has rejected United States President Donald Trump’s recent demand for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing war with Ukraine, reaffirming its long-held conditions for peace. The Kremlin’s latest response makes clear that Moscow’s stance on the conflict remains unchanged, despite renewed diplomatic overtures from the U.S. and European allies seeking to end the devastating two-year war. Speaking at a press briefing in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismiss

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that his presidency will end once the war with Russia concludes, making clear that his primary mission is to bring peace, not to extend his political career. In an interview with Axios, he emphasized, “My goal is to finish the war,” and said he would be “ready” to step down after the conflict. Elections in Ukraine have been indefinitely postp

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s claims that India is “funding Russia’s war in Ukraine.” Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Zelenskyy stated that “India is mostly with us” while acknowledging ongoing energy challenges that complicate the picture. His comments came after Trump, during a speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), dir

Europe is once again at the center of a growing geopolitical storm, with Moldova emerging as the latest flashpoint in the NATO–Russia confrontation. Russian intelligence has claimed that NATO forces are preparing for a landing in Ukraine’s Odessa region with the ultimate goal of occupying Moldova. The warning comes just days before Moldova heads into its crucial September 28 legislative elections, a vote widely seen as a choice between pursuing clo

In a swift and significant move, Delhi Police Commissioner SBK Singh has been replaced by Satish Golcha, a 1992 batch IPS officer, just a day after Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during a public meeting at her residence. The attack, which saw the CM slapped and her hair pulled, raised serious questions about the security arrangements provided to top political figures in Delhi. SBK Singh, who had been given additional charge as the Delhi Police Commiss

Summary The Trump-Putin summit in Alaska ended without solving the Ukraine war. Two possible outcomes have emerged: Ukraine could become a smaller but sovereign nation with Western protection, or it could lose both land and indepen

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a clear and stern warning to countries maintaining economic relations with Russia amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. During recent meetings with U.S. senators, Rutte emphasized that countries like India, China, and Brazil risk facing severe secondary sanctions, including 100 percent tariffs, if they continue their commercial engagements with Russia. His message, delivered just a day after President Donald Trump revealed a new arms package for Uk

In a major escalation of his position on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, US President Donald Trump has privately encouraged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to consider launching long-range strikes deeper into Russian territory, including Moscow, using American-supplied weapons. According to individuals familiar with the matter, the conversation reportedly took place between the two leaders on July 4, signaling a notable shift in Trump’s foreign policy approach and his campaign-e

President Donald Trump on Sunday delivered a scathing rebuke of Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of speaking peacefully while engaging in violent actions. Addressing reporters, Trump expressed deep disappointment with Putin's recent moves, particularly Russia’s ongoing aggression in Ukraine. “I thought he was somebody that meant what he said — and he’ll talk so beautifully, then he’ll bomb people at night. We don’t like that," Trump s

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington to meet with US vice-president JD Vance and House speaker Mike Johnson, following his announcement that he will nominate US president Donald Trump for the Nobel peace prize. The meetings come at a crucial time as the Gaza conflict continues, and tensions with Iran remain high. Netanyahu’s day began with a morning meeting at Blair House with JD Vance. This was followed by a discussion with Mike Johnson at the Capitol.

The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup final between the United States and Mexico delivered a night of top-tier football at Houston’s NRG Stadium. As fans packed the venue and millions tuned in worldwide, the clash of two regional giants promised excitement—and delivered in full. Mexico emerged victorious after a 2-1 win over the United States, showing resilience, experience, and precise execution in critical moments. From the first whistle, the

In a covert operation named "Spider’s Web," Ukraine struck five Russian military airbases in its longest-range drone attack since the 2022 invasion began. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and sources within Ukraine's Security Service (SBU), the mission took over 18 months to plan and was executed using 117 first-person-view (FPV) drones. Uniquely, drones were hidden in modified wooden cabins mounted on trucks that were sm

Commuters in Prince William County faced significant delays Thursday morning following a traffic crash that resulted in multiple lane closures on a major thoroughfare. Authorities confirmed that only one lane remained open on the Prince William County Parkway as police responded to the incident. The Prince William County Police Department issued a public advisory just after 7:15 a.m., alerting drivers through social media that a crash had severely impacted the flow of traffic.

 Apple is taking a major strategic step by shifting a significant portion of its iPhone production for the US market to India. The move, confirmed by CEO Tim Cook, is largely driven by economic factors, especially the sharp difference in tariff rates between goods produced in India and China. According to Cook, the cost of exporting iPhones from India to the United States is much lower due to the 10 percent tariff, compared to the far higher rate imposed on Chinese imports. While Apple cont

Veteran emerging markets investor Mark Mobius has shifted nearly all of his investments into cash, citing ongoing global trade tensions and market uncertainty. In an interview with Bloomberg Television, Mobius said that he currently has around 95% of his funds in cash, declaring that “cash is king” as the global economy navigates unstable trade dynamics. Mobius, who has over three decades of experience investing across developing markets and co-founded Mobius Capital P

The Indian Premier League (IPL) could witness a major transformation by 2028, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is seriously considering expanding the tournament to a 94-match home-and-away format. IPL chairman Arun Dhumal confirmed the discussions during an interview, highlighting the league's growth potential and the evolving interests of cricket fans around the world. Currently, the IPL follows a 74-match schedule, a structure that came into effect after Gujarat Titan