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The face-to-face meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15, 2025, ended without an agreement to halt the war in Ukraine. While both leaders described the talks as “productive” and claimed some progress, they stressed that no deal had been reached.Closed-Door Meeting in AnchorageThe meeting took place at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and lasted more than two and a half hours. It began with a one-on-one conversation befor...

The animated film Merah Putih: One For All, released just ahead of Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day celebrations, has quickly become a lightning rod for public criticism. Intended as a patriotic showcase, the production instead triggered a wave of backlash over subpar animation, alleged use of low-cost stock assets, and a budget that producers claim reached 6.7 billion rupiah. The controversy has rippled across social media, drawing responses from government officials, industry insiders, and...

OpenAI has announced a major update to GPT 5, aiming to make the model warmer and more approachable in its interactions. This change comes after significant feedback from users who felt that the model’s initial release was too formal and lacked the personable tone found in previous versions. While the adjustments are subtle, they are designed to improve the natural flow of conversation and create a more engaging user experience.Responding to User FeedbackWhen GPT 5 was introduced, it impresse...

A behind-the-scenes (BTS) clip from the Superman film has stirred global entertainment headlines. The footage shows actress Rachel Brosnahan, who plays Lois Lane, continuing to kiss co-star David Corenswet, who portrays Clark Kent, moments after director James Gunn can be heard saying “cut.” The moment ignited a wave of discussion on social media, further fueled by a separate issue involving Brosnahan’s husband, Jason Ralph, and a controversial online interaction. The BTS clip first spread ac...

OpenAI has announced major updates to ChatGPT, including the return of GPT-4o as a legacy model and the introduction of new performance modes for GPT-5. These changes respond directly to user feedback, calling for greater flexibility in model selection and settings that adapt to speed and depth requirements.GPT-4o Returns for Paid UsersAfter being removed from the main model list, GPT-4o is now back by default in the “Legacy models” category for Plus and Team subscribers. This decision came a...

The United Kingdom has confirmed its readiness to send military troops to Ukraine immediately after a ceasefire is reached. Defence Secretary John Healey announced the move as part of the “Coalition of the Willing,” jointly led by the UK and France. The coalition aims to strengthen Ukraine’s security, secure strategic areas, and help rebuild the country’s military capabilities after the conflict. The announcement comes amid ongoing international diplomatic efforts to end a war that has lasted...

The United States has stepped up its military operations in the Southern Caribbean, deploying naval and air power to counter threats posed by Latin American drug cartels. This move marks an escalation in Washington’s national security strategy, as these groups are now classified as global narcotics terrorist organizations. The information was confirmed by three official sources interviewed by Reuters on Thursday, August 14, 2025. President Donald Trump’s administration has directed the Depart...

Sudan is facing one of its most severe health crises in recent years. A cholera outbreak sweeping across the Darfur region has claimed more than 40 lives in just one week. Health facilities are overwhelmed, while thousands of refugees fleeing conflict are living in poor sanitation conditions and relying on contaminated water sources. The humanitarian organization Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has described the situation as “beyond urgent” as the risk of disease spread grows by the day.Alarmi...

Tropical diseases nicknamed “suitcase viruses” are drawing growing concern from European health authorities. Chikungunya and Oropouche viruses, typically found in tropical regions, have been detected in travelers returning from countries with active transmission. The United Kingdom reported 73 chikungunya cases in the first half of 2025, a sharp rise from the previous year. Most patients had traveled to Sri Lanka, India, or Mauritius. Meanwhile, the Oropouche virus, once confined to the Amazo...

Since its debut on September 8, 1966, Star Trek has evolved from a television series on the brink of cancellation into one of the biggest pop culture phenomena in the world. Created by Gene Roddenberry, the series initially lasted only three seasons, but reruns in the early 1970s sparked a new wave of fans that has continued to grow. Multiple spin-offs, feature films, novels, and fan conventions have cemented a legacy that has endured for more than half a century.An Optimistic Vision of the F...