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Next week, top tech CEOs and leaders from about a hundred countries will gather in Paris to focus on the safe development of artificial intelligence (ai). All eyes will be on the US and china to see if they can find some common path amid the trade war and ai supremacy race. Chinese ai startup, DeepSeek, will also be the centre of the discussions.

World | The US called the additional tax a measure to address the influx of illegal drugs. China accused Trump of making "unfounded and false allegations" to justify the tariffs on its goods and violating trade rules. 

Russians purchased a record 75.6 metric tons of gold in 2024, marking a 6 percent increase from the previous year. This surge reflects a shift in consumer behavior as people sought to safeguard their savings amid escalating western sanctions.

Russia's oil exports are facing mounting challenges as international sanctions target its vast 'shadow fleet' of vessels. Over 180 Russian-controlled ships were sanctioned by the US Treasury last month. More than two-thirds of tankers servicing the key Kozmino oil hub are now affected.

Texas Democratic Rep. Al Green said Wednesday he plans to bring articles of impeachment against President Trump after he suggested the U.S. should take over Gaza.

Global markets are exuding a sense of resilience despite the fog of uncertainties. U.S. 'big tech' stock prices have fallen, the value of the safe-haven yen has soared to new heights, and fears of a worldwide trade war have taken hold. But risk assets are showing the ability to bounce back.

Canada's energy exports surged at the end of 2024, pushing its trade surplus with the united states to the highest level in over two years. But with president trump back in the white house, new tariff threats could shake up North America's trade.

Entertainment Lifestyle Just a day after BLACKPINK's Jennie announced her debut solo tour, BLACKPINK dropped a major announcement -- a new tour for 2025.

The Philippines' parliament has voted to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte following complaints about alleged corruption.

Pakistan’s export sector faces a critical challenge as the government doubles gas prices for captive power plants, a key energy source for over 50 percent of the country’s export-driven industries.

Lifestyle The Charity Commission last year banned Naomi Campbell from running any charity for five years after identifying "multiple instances of misconduct".

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: India's Predicted Playing XI vs England: The major questions India needs answers to are the choice of wicketkeeper and bowling combination. Cricket Sports

Madrid were without Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham after minor knocks, and started with youngsters Jacobo Ramon and Raul Asencio at the heart of their back-line because of their defensive injury crisis. Football sports

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After China's measured retaliatory response to US tariffs, President Donald Trump has said that he is not in a hurry to speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping. On the other hand, the European Union trade head, Maroš Šefčovič, said that the Union wants to engage with the United States pretty quickly over Donald Trump's planned tariffs. Watch in for more details!

With the war entering a dangerous phase and US President Donald Trump mounting pressure to end the war, Zelensky has finally blinked to say he has agreed to hold direct talks with Vladimir Putin. Watch in for more details!

World | The remarks came after he has repeatedly called in recent days for the war-ravaged territory's residents to move to Jordan or Egypt.

Palestinians in Gaza firmly reject Trump's proposal for US ownership, emphasizing their determination to remain in their homeland despite ongoing challenges.

A recent report reveals that DeepSeek, a tech company, is reportedly connected to a Chinese state-owned telecommunications giant, raising concerns about data security and international relations. The revelation could have significant implications for global tech and telecom industries.