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Mark Zuckerberg’s ambition to drive Meta AI into a new era of artificial intelligence has become increasingly evident. In recent months, Meta has undergone major restructuring, allocated massive investments, and established a dedicated unit called Meta Superintelligence Labs. Zuckerberg’s vision goes beyond building smarter systems; he aims to create personal superintelligence that enhances human potential rather than replacing it.Meta AI RestructuringOver the past six months, Meta has carrie...

The war in Ukraine has entered its third year without a clear path to peace. Despite international attempts to mediate, Moscow continues to expand its demands while Kyiv struggles to hold the front lines. The conflict has hardened into two distinct outcomes: Ukraine survives as a smaller sovereign state under Western protection, or it becomes a weakened protectorate under Russian dominance.Partition with ProtectionIn this scenario, Ukraine loses roughly one-fifth of its territory but retains ...

A Viral Gesture from the Greek SuperstarGiannis Antetokounmpo, the NBA superstar and cornerstone of the Milwaukee Bucks, once again grabbed global attention. This time, not through his trademark dunks or dominance on the court, but through an unexpected gesture during Greece’s preparation for EuroBasket 2025. In a pre-game huddle ahead of a friendly match against Montenegro in Athens, Giannis suddenly slapped the back of his teammate Giannoulis Larentzakis’ head. The action, captured on camer...

The Viral Dolphin Video PhenomenonSocial media was recently shaken by a video showing a dolphin trainer named Jessica Radcliffe being dragged by a giant marine animal. The circulating narrative claimed the incident took place at a marine park, with spectators screaming in panic. The video quickly spread across TikTok, Instagram, and X, sparking widespread debate. However, after verification, the truth revealed that the video was entirely generated by artificial intelligence (AI). There are no...

Tourism Boom Fueled by Social MediaSocial media, especially TikTok, has reshaped global tourism. The platform’s algorithm can turn destinations into overnight sensations. Short videos highlighting photogenic spots or unique experiences trigger a strong FOMO effect, pushing millions of people to flock to the same locations for similar content. This surge has created overtourism, disrupting social balance, cultural heritage, and environmental sustainability.Japan: Black Screen at Fuji and Kyoto...

China’s economy is showing increasingly clear signs of slowing in early H2 2025, raising concerns over Beijing’s ability to maintain its annual growth rate around 5 percent. The latest official data points to weakness across key sectors, including retail sales, industrial production, property, and the labor market, while external pressure from high United States tariffs continues to weigh on exports. This situation is fueling calls for the government to roll out more aggressive fiscal and mon...

European leaders are rallying behind Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as he heads to Washington for a high-stakes meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The visit marks a critical diplomatic moment, as Ukraine and its allies strive to counter Russian efforts to impose peace terms that threaten Kyiv’s sovereignty. In Brussels, Zelensky first met European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen before holding video calls with other leaders to coordinate positions. By Monday, he will ...

Perplexity, a rapidly growing artificial intelligence company, has announced a bold move by submitting a $34.5 billion all-cash offer to acquire Google Chrome. The move has sent shockwaves through the tech world, given that the bid is nearly double Perplexity’s own market valuation. This bid comes as Google faces intense legal scrutiny over alleged monopoly practices in search services. In such a climate, the prospect of Chrome’s divestiture has become an increasingly discussed topic within t...

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has declared that its founder, Klaus Schwab, is cleared of serious allegations following an internal investigation prompted by an anonymous whistleblower complaint. The findings confirmed that neither Schwab nor his wife, Hilde Schwab, committed material wrongdoing, although minor administrative irregularities were identified. This outcome marks a pivotal moment for the global institution amid leadership transitions and heightened scrutiny over governance and wo...

America’s stock market dominance has turned into an urgent crisis for Europe. In recent years, many of the continent’s most notable companies have chosen Wall Street over local exchanges, widening the economic gap, weakening financial sovereignty, and reinforcing U.S. market hegemony.European Firms Flock to the U.S.The shift of European firms to New York is increasingly evident. Major names such as Klarna, Arm, Wise, and Flutter Entertainment have already secured listings in the U.S. Reports ...