News Commentary
Analysis and commentary on current events around the world.
‘Attacks will be fully autonomous’: Russia, Ukraine race towards AI warfare
Automated AI drones are just one component of an ultimate chain of destruction both sides are building.
Why Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline matters for global oil
The 1,200km (745-mile) pipeline has been temporarily closed, affecting up to 5 percent of global oil supply.
Israel working to eliminate Palestinian presence from West Bank, NGO warns
Israeli human rights group B’Tselem details five mechanisms used by Israel to dismantle Palestinian collective life.
Why the Houthi advance towards Yemen’s Marib, Taiz matters
Marib is home to Yemen's oil sector. Whoever controls it secures economic gains. Taiz's location makes it critical.
Temporary Hormuz solution deferred as Iran-Arab summit falls through
Saudi Arabia asked for the meeting to be postponed, but Tehran says it will continue to seek a regionally backed bill.
Key leaders sound the alarm on AI. And, Iran-Gulf diplomacy hits a setback
Some key leaders at artificial intelligence companies call for a slowdown in AI development. And, Iran-Gulf diplomacy hits a setback as talks in Oman are delayed.
Tom Aspinall vacates UFC heavyweight title due to eye injury
Despite vacating the belt, Aspinall stressed that he was not retiring and remained determined to compete again.
US says it’s clearing Hormuz traffic: Why are oil futures beyond $100?
Brent crude crosses $107 as Hormuz disruptions and Saudi pipeline shutdown threaten global oil supply.
South Korea’s new manager Robert Moreno dismisses ‘AI coaching’ allegations
The Spanish manager has been appointed South Korea's interim head coach following a disastrous World Cup campaign.
This city led the way on reparations for Black people. Trump is trying to stop it
Evanston, Ill., became the first U.S. city to compensate Black people for historical discrimination. The Justice Department is trying to kill its program before other cities follow suit.
Strait of Hormuz talks postponed due to Yemen events, says Iran
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says Iran does not interfere in Yemeni affairs.
US may be ‘forced to intervene’ in the Red Sea
US may be 'forced to intervene' in the Red Sea
Ammonia gas leak in Jordan’s Aqaba industrial area injures 11 people
State news channel, Al Mamlaka, says the southern port of Aqaba was evacuated as a precaution.
The powerful millionaires hiding in plain sight
They own car dealerships, law firms, dental practices, and restaurant chains. Collectively, these overlooked business owners hold far more wealth than the Forbes 400 — and wield considerable political
Beijing hits back at Anthropic CEO's call to curb China's AI development
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday hit back at a call from the head of Anthropic for the U.S. to curb China's artificial intelligence capabilities.
New Carlo Rovelli book challenges science's understanding of reality and the universe
In his latest book, the world-renowned physicist draws on science and philosophy to explore the notion that the university and reality are fully knowable.
At least one dead, 25 missing after boat carrying migrants sinks off Greece
At least 51 people rescued as search operation continues off the island of Gavnos near Crete.
Yemen gov’t forces advance in Taiz as Houthis claim attack on Saudi Arabia
Yemeni government forces have advanced in western Taiz after successfully repelling a Houthi offensive.