£300 Million Data Centre Expansion Planned for North Lanarkshire as AI Hub Drive Accelerates

NORTH LANARKSHIRE: A second major data centre is planned for North Lanarkshire as part of an ambitious drive to establish the Scottish region as a leading technology and artificial intelligence hub. Technology company DataVita has announced plans to expand its existing data centre in Airdrie and develop a second facility in the area. The company […]

Trump Envoy Jared Kushner Arrives in Israel for Gaza Peace Talks

JERUSALEM: US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Jared Kushner has arrived in Israel and is expected to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, as diplomatic efforts to advance a US-backed Gaza peace plan continue. Kushner’s visit comes shortly after he held rare discussions with representatives of Hamas to discuss the implementation of the […]

Zimbabwe Boat Accident: Death Toll Rises to 68 After 22 More Bodies Recovered

HARARE: The death toll from a boat accident on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe has risen to 68 after authorities recovered 22 more bodies, police said on Saturday. The boat capsized on August 11 while travelling on Lake Kariba, one of Africa’s largest artificial lakes. Initial investigations indicated that the vessel may have been overloaded when […]

Google Launches Pixel 11 Pro Fold With 16GB RAM and Enhanced Durability

Google has officially launched the Pixel 11 Pro Fold at its Made by Google event, introducing a redesigned foldable smartphone with a slimmer and lighter body, improved durability, upgraded cameras and the company’s latest Tensor G6 processor. The new foldable is nearly 10% lighter and almost 1mm thinner than its predecessor, making it more comfortable […]

Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day: Why Water Security Is Central to Sovereignty

As Pakistan prepares to celebrate its 79th Independence Day on August 14, questions about the true meaning of sovereignty extend far beyond national ceremonies, speeches and flags. Beneath Islamabad, a less visible warning has been developing for years. Groundwater levels in parts of the capital have fallen dramatically, reflecting growing pressure on one of the […]

AI Clones Are Becoming Reality, but New Technology Raises Serious Risks

Artificial intelligence clones are moving from science fiction into everyday life, with digital versions of real people now appearing in workplaces, classrooms, medical settings and retail environments. The technology is attracting growing interest because AI-powered digital doubles can replicate a person’s appearance, voice and interactions. But as these systems become more realistic, concerns are also […]

Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Georgina Rodríguez in Portugal Ceremony

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, Georgina Rodríguez, in a civil ceremony in Portugal, marking a major milestone in the couple’s decade-long relationship. Portuguese media reported that the couple exchanged vows on August 11 in the coastal town of Cascais, near Lisbon. Their five children were also reportedly present at the intimate […]

US Sends Disaster Response Team and $15.5 Million in Emergency Aid

The United States has announced a $15.5 million aid package and is deploying a Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) to support communities affected by a major disaster. The emergency assistance is aimed at helping provide immediate relief, support recovery efforts and address urgent humanitarian needs following the disaster. US Deploys Disaster Response Team The US […]

July Becomes Hottest Month on Record as Extreme Heat Grips Europe and Other Regions

July has recorded the highest global average temperature ever measured for the month, highlighting the growing impact of extreme heat and worsening climate conditions across several parts of the world. Western Europe has been particularly affected, with France and Spain experiencing their hottest July on record. Other regions, including parts of the Sahel and Central […]

PTI Raises Alarm Over Imran Khan’s Health, Says Reports Cause Nationwide Anxiety

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has expressed serious concern over what it described as “alarming reports” about Imran Khan’s health, saying the reports have triggered anxiety and uncertainty across the country. The party said the health-related reports concerning its founder and former prime minister have caused growing concern among his supporters and the wider public. PTI […]