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OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.4-Cyber After Anthropic Debuts AI Model Mythos
OpenAI, creator of popular chatbot ChatGPT, said that GPT-5.4-Cyber will initially be rolled out on a limited basis to vetted security vendors.
Saudi Arabia Pledges $3 Billion To Pakistan To Boost Foreign Exchange Reserves
Pakistan said it secured $3 billion in financial support from Saudi Arabia, helping to bolster its foreign exchange reserves
"Why Didn't You Sign It First?" Bangladesh PM To Opposition On July Charter
BNP claims it was first to sign July Charter and commits to fulfilling it amid opposition criticism.
Iran's Tajikistan Embassy Drops Explosive Clip Of Jesus Punching Trump Amid AI Image Row
Trump's AI-generated image depicting him as Jesus Christ healing a sick man sparked intense backlash from Christian activists, conservative commentators, and even allies.
Jeff Bezos' Ex-Wife MacKenzie Scott Donates $70 Million To Support US Seniors Facing Hunger
Since 2020, MacKenzie Scott has distributed roughly $26 billion through her platform, Yield Giving.
8 Iran-Linked Oil Tankers Stopped By US Since Start Of Hormuz Blockade
The US Central Command (CENTCOM), in a statement, said a blockade of Iranian ports has been fully implemented as US forces maintain maritime superiority in the Middle East.
Sanctioned Tanker Fails To Break Through US Blockade, Turns Back To Hormuz
The U.S.sanctioned tanker Rich Starry made its way back to the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday after exiting the Gulf the day before
Strait Of Hormuz: Why US And Iran Are Sailing In Very Different Legal Waters
For Iran, the Strait of Hormuz is an international strait as set out under international law predating UNCLOS. For the US, the Strait of Hormuz is an international strait requiring "transit passage," as per UNCLOS.
US Wants To Restart Talks With Iran, But It Has 2 Key Conditions
The US wants agreement by all senior regime officials to any understandings reached in Islamabad.
Switched Planes, Took Bus, Train: Iranian Delegation Claims Threats After Failed US Talks
The political analyst said that the Iranian delegation faced direct security threats while heading for negotiations with the United States in Islamabad. "As a result, on the way back to Tehran, the delegation secretly switched planes," he said.
US-Iran War Live Updates: JD Vance Flags Deep "Mistrust" Between US-Iran Ahead Of Fresh Talks
US-Iran War Live: The Iran war began when the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28. Iran responded with its own strikes on Israel and Gulf states that host US bases.
Google Faces Antitrust Lawsuit Over Android App Store Monopoly
Based in Lisbon, Aptoide brands itself "the alternative Android app store," with about 436,000 apps in its catalog and more than 200 million annual users by 2024.
"Can't Be Solved Overnight": JD Vance On US-Iran Mistrust
The Iran war began when the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28. Iran responded with its own strikes on Israel and Gulf states that host US bases.
US Destroyer Interdicts 2 Oil Tankers Attempting To Leave Iran
The ships had left Chabahar port on the Gulf of Oman and were contacted by the warship via radio communication, the official said. It was unclear whether any further warnings were given.
US-Iran Talks Could Happen Over Next Two Days In Islamabad: Reports
US-Iran peace talks may shift to Pakistan's capital, with President Donald Trump indicating that the next round of negotiations "could be happening over the next two days" in Islamabad.
Zelensky Says US Doesn't "Have Time For Ukraine" Because Of Iran War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday told a German broadcaster that US peace negotiators "have no time for Ukraine" because of the war in Iran, and bemoaned disruptions of deliveries of US arms.
Israel, Lebanon Agree To Direct Negotiations After "Productive" Talks: US
Israel and Lebanon agreed to hold direct negotiations after "productive discussions" between the two sides in Washington, the United States said on Tuesday.
Zelensky Says US Does Not 'Have Time For Ukraine' Because Of Iran War: Report
Zelensky said that Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who have helped broker talks with Moscow on ending Russia's war on Ukraine, were "constantly in talks with Iran" at the moment.
Lebanon And Israel Hold Historic Direct Talks Amid Ongoing Conflict
Rubio said the Trump administration is "very happy" to be facilitating the discussions, while noting that "we understand we're working against decades of history and complexities" that will not be quickly resolved.
