El Niño Shark Migration Could Bring More Sharks to California
Strengthening El Niño conditions could change shark activity along California’s coastline this summer. Warmer Pacific waters may shift juvenile white sharks and other species into different coastal areas, although experts emphasize that shark bites remain extremely rare. Juvenile White Sharks May Shift Their Range Chris Lowe, director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Bea
Kanishka Narayan Named UK Minister for Artificial Intelligence
Indian-origin Labour politician Kanishka Narayan has been appointed the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence in Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s new government. The promotion expands Narayan’s UK AI role and places him at the centre of Britain’s plans for artificial intelligence, online safety, technology investment and economic growth. Kanishka Narayan UK AI role
US Chabahar Strike Raises Questions Over India’s Port Strategy
The reported US strike on a surveillance tower at Iran’s Chabahar port complex has renewed questions about India’s long-term strategy in the region. However, the incident must be described accurately. US Central Command said its forces destroyed a surveillance tower at Shahid Kalantari Port that it linked to an Iranian maritime monitoring network. Iranian port authorities disputed that characterisation, describing the installation as a civilian maritime traffic and r
YouTube AI Monetization Policy: What Creators Must Avoid
YouTube’s AI monetization policy does not ban creators from using artificial intelligence. Instead, it targets repetitive, mass-produced and low-value videos that offer little original contribution. Creators can still use AI voices, scripts, editing tools and visuals when the finished video provides genuine value. YouTube Inauthentic Content Policy YouTube clarified its Channel Monetization P
Louvre Apollo Gallery Reopens After 2025 Jewel Heist
Apollo Gallery Reopening Marks a New Chapter The Louvre Museum's Apollo Gallery is set to reopen on July 22, nearly a year after the shocking 2025 jewel heist that stunned the art world. While visitors will once again be able to enter one of the museum's most celebrated galleries, they will notice one major change. The priceless royal jewels that once defined the co
France Social Media Age Ban for Under-15 Users Explained
France is preparing to introduce a social media age ban for children under 15, aiming to improve teen safety and reduce cyberbullying. While the proposal has gained political backing, officials still face major challenges in implementing secure, privacy-friendly age verification systems. France Social Media Age Ban Nears Approval but Age Verification Remains
Tropical Storm Bertha Gulf Coast Forecast and Warning
Tropical Storm Bertha is moving slowly across the northeastern Gulf, bringing tropical-storm winds, heavy rain, dangerous surf and coastal flooding risks to parts of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana. Residents should follow official updates because the storm’s track and impacts may change. Tropical Storm Bertha forecast The National Hurricane Center said Bertha was located about 11
Trump Says US Strikes on Iran Honour Fallen American Soldiers
President Donald Trump said the latest US strikes on Iran hit the country “very hard” and were carried out in honour of three American soldiers killed in attacks in Jordan and Iraq. The renewed CENTCOM attacks have intensified the Iran retaliation cycle and raised fresh concerns over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump Iran strikes honour fallen US soldiers Trump said the military operation recogni
West Asia war live: U.S. strikes Iran as Tehran confirms talks
The West Asia war intensified on Monday as the United States carried out another round of strikes on Iran, Tehran acknowledged continuing diplomatic exchanges, and reported tanker explosions raised fresh concerns over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy supplies. U.S. strikes continue for ninth consecutive night The United States conducted a fresh wave of airstrikes against targets in Iran e
Baramulla Saudi jail release ends family’s three-month wait
The Baramulla Saudi jail release has brought relief to Amjad Ali Bhat’s family after the 29-year-old nurse returned from Saudi Arabia. His detention in Dammam, questions about a Facebook post and his family’s appeals for information had caused months of anxiety. Amjad Amjad Ali Bhat, a resident of Gund Ibrahim in Baramulla district’s
S-400 radar network: How Big Bird and Nebo-M work together
The S-400 radar network uses multiple advanced radar systems, including Big Bird, 96L6E, Nebo-M and 92N6E, to detect, track and engage aircraft, drones and missiles. This article explains how these sensors work together to create one of the world's most advanced layered air defence systems. S-400 radar network creates layered surveillance The S-400 Triumf does not depend on a single radar to de
Iran claims attack on US aircraft stationed in Jordan
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed on Friday, July 17, that it had launched ballistic missiles and drones at US military aircraft stationed in Jordan, marking another dangerous expansion of the US-Iran conflict across the Middle East. The IRGC said several American fighter jets and aerial refuelling aircraft were destroyed, while other planes suffered serious damage. However, neither the United States nor Jordan had indepen
India-Myanmar Security Talks Focus on Cross-Border Threats
Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval reviewed India-Myanmar security cooperation with his Myanmar counterpart, U Tin Aung San, during bilateral talks held around the fifth BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs’ Meeting in New Delhi. The engagement came as conflict inside Myanmar continues to create security, humanitarian and economic challenges along India’s northeastern frontier. Myanmar Risk to India’s Northeast
Rohingya Refugee Boat Disaster Leaves Over 500 Feared Dead
More than 500 Rohingya refugees are feared dead after two overcrowded boats reportedly capsized off Myanmar’s coast. UNHCR and IOM said the incident remains unconfirmed and called for urgent search operations, regional cooperation and safer refugee protection routes. Myanmar Boat Tragedy Remains Unconfirmed Initial information indicates that one vessel carrying approximately 250 people lost contact soon after leav
Trump Truth API Raises Conflict-of-Interest Concerns
Trump Media plans to launch the Trump Truth API, giving Wall Street traders faster access to Truth Social posts. The paid service has raised ethics concerns over market-moving presidential announcements. Trump Truth API Raises Questions Over Faster Access to Presidential Posts Trump Media & Technology Group is preparing to launch a paid data service that will deliver selected Truth Social posts to financial inst
Iran Strikes Across Gulf After US Attacks Escalate Conflict
Iran launched strikes on military targets in Kuwait and Syria following recent US attacks. Missiles and drones were also intercepted over Jordan and Iraq, while explosions were reported in Qatar and Bahrain, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Iran attacks Kuwait Iranian state television reported that the country launched drone attacks against US military deployment sites and logistical support facilities in
Bangladesh BIMSTEC Security Meeting Focuses on Rohingya Crisis
The Bangladesh BIMSTEC security meeting placed the Rohingya refugee crisis, maritime security, cyber security cooperation and Bay of Bengal security at the centre of regional discussions, urging member nations to strengthen cooperation against emerging security challenges. Bangladesh Calls for Stronger Regional Security at BIMSTEC Meeting Bangladesh urged BIMSTEC member nations to deepen cooperatio
Trump Speech Betting Probe Targets Teleprompter Operator
A federal regulatory inquiry is examining whether Gabriel Perez, President Donald Trump’s longtime teleprompter operator, used advance knowledge of presidential speeches to place profitable bets on Kalshi. Sources familiar with the investigation said the disputed trades generated more than $90,000 in profits before Kalshi froze the account. Perez has worked with Trump since 2016 and reportedly had access to prepared remarks and late chan
