In a striking example of how technology is reshaping intimacy, a 32-year-old Japanese woman has held a wedding ceremony with her AI-generated partner. Yurina Noguchi married “Klaus”, a virtual persona she created using ChatGPT, during a traditional-style ceremony in western Japan. The groom appeared on a smartphone screen, with vows generated by AI and read aloud by a wedding planner, while augmented reality glasses were used to stage the ritual and photographs. The marriage has no legal standing, but Noguchi says the emotional bond feels real and more peaceful than past human relationships. Experts say the case reflects Japan’s growing emotional attachment to digital companions, raising ethical questions about loneliness, dependency and the future of human relationships in an AI-driven world. 


Japan Woman Marries AI ChatGPT Partner After Breaking Engagement With Fiance

President Donald Trump attended a solemn dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base honoring three U.S. personnel—two Iowa National Guard soldiers and a civilian interpreter—killed in a recent attack in Syria.

Trump Attends Ceremony Honoring U.S. Personnel Killed in Syria 

Thousands of Venezuelans have taken to the streets of Caracas in protest against President Donald Trump’s newly announced total blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.

Venezuelans Rally in Caracas Against Trump’s Oil Blockade 

Borwon University Shooting: Following a deadly shooting at Brown University that left two students dead and nine wounded, authorities have issued a direct warning to the still-at-large gunman, stating he “will be caught” and urging him to surrender.

Brown University Shooter “Will Be Caught,” Police Urge Surrender

U.S.-Venezuela: U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that no unauthorized ships will be allowed to cross a new U.S. naval blockade around Venezuela, sharply escalating tensions with Nicolás Maduro’s government and raising fresh fears over global oil flows and a potential military confrontation at sea.

U.S.-Venezuela: Trump Vows to Stop All Unauthorized Ships at Venezuela Blockade 

With bangladesh all set to go to polls in february
Anti-india rhetoric is moving to the center of bangladesh’s political discourse
As the country heads toward national elections,
With senior leaders now openly invoking threats that have set off alarm bells in new delhi.

Anti-India Rhetoric Takes Center Stage in Bangladesh Poll Campaign

President Donald Trump has ordered a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, sharply escalating pressure on President Nicolas Maduro as the U.S. expands its military presence in the region. Trump says Venezuela is now surrounded by the largest armada ever assembled in South America’s history. The move targets the backbone of Venezuela’s economy, crude oil exports, even as the country reels under severe financial strain and soaring inflation. While Venezuela’s diminished oil output limits the global market impact, analysts warn the blockade raises the risk of further destabilisation and possible military escalation. Caracas has condemned the U.S. action as a grave violation of international law, vowing to take the matter to the United Nations. Oil markets reacted swiftly, with U.S. crude prices climbing amid rising geopolitical tension.

U.S. Chokes Venezuelan Oil Amid Military Escalation Against Maduro Regime

Pakistan’s army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir is facing the toughest test of his unprecedented authority as Washington pushes Islamabad to contribute troops to a U.S.-backed Gaza stabilisation force. According to Reuters, Munir is expected to meet Donald Trump again in the coming weeks, with Gaza high on the agenda. Trump’s reported plan calls for a multinational force from Muslim-majority countries to oversee Gaza’s transition, reconstruction and economic recovery. But the mission carries serious risks, including the prospect of disarming Hamas and triggering backlash from pro-Palestinian and anti-Israeli groups at home. With Munir’s power at its peak and domestic opposition simmering, analysts warn the Gaza question could become a defining moment for Pakistan’s most powerful military chief in decades.


Pak Army Chief Munir Wants Mercenary Dollar Rates From Trump for His Troops in Gaza

Donald Trump's economic approval rating is at its lowest point during his first and second terms in office, according to a new poll.


US President Donald Trump's approval ratings continue to plunge

The move follows heightened security concerns at the Indian mission in the Bangladeshi capital. India has evacuated non-essential staff and dependents from its High Commission in August 2024 amid widespread unrest that led to the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.


India issues formal diplomatic protest over 'anti-India' rhetoric 

The US has intensified pressure on Venezuela as former President Donald Trump orders a blockade of sanctioned oil vessels. This move aims to restrict Venezuela’s oil exports amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Watch to understand the implications for global oil markets, US-Venezuela relations, and international trade.

US-Venezuela: Trump Orders Blockade of Venezuelan Oil Vessels, Escalating US Pressure

The possibility of a Christmas ceasefire in Ukraine now hinges on a peace deal, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. Tensions remain high as both sides assess the potential for negotiations. Watch for the latest updates on talks, statements, and what this could mean for the conflict in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Christmas Ceasefire Depends on Peace Deal, Says Dmitry Peskov

A Palestinian teenager was killed by settlers near Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank, intensifying regional tensions. This tragic incident occurs amid discussions of a Gaza ceasefire and ongoing unrest. Watch to understand the latest developments, background, and humanitarian impact on Palestinian communities.

Gaza Ceasefire: Palestinian Teen Killed Near Bethlehem Amid West Bank Violence

Ministry of external affairs on Wednesday summoned Bangladesh high commissioner M Riaz Hamidullah. This comes after Indian High Commission in Dhaka received a threat. 


India summons Bangladesh high commissioner in New Delhi

Uganda Reports 32 Measles Deaths as Outbreak Worsens

Imran Khan's sister, along with other PTI leaders and supporters, faced a water cannon assault outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, as police dispersed a peaceful sit-in demanding access to the jailed former prime minister. The PTI alleges that the water used contained chemicals, causing harm to protesters, including women and the elderly, and described the action as a violation of basic human rights and constitutional freedoms.

PTI Claims Chemical Water Used on Protesters Outside Adiala Jail 

South Sudan Grounds UN Aircraft, Alleges Spying and Smuggling

M23 Rebels Agree to Withdraw From Uvira After US Pressure

Global leaders and tech experts gathered at the United Nations for the AI Action Summit 2025, focusing on responsible artificial intelligence, global cooperation, and governance frameworks. The curtain-raiser event also confirmed that the AI Action Summit 2026 will be hosted in New Delhi. 


AI Summit 2025: Event Held in UN for AI Action Summit 2026 Set to Take Place in New Delhi 

Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, the owners of the nightclub where a deadly fire claimed 25 lives in Arpora, Goa, have landed at Goa’s airport and will be quizzed at Anjuna police station as part of an investigation into a potential corruption nexus. The brothers were deported from Thailand and arrested in Delhi before being brought to Goa under transit remand. 

Goa Nightclub Fire: Luthra Brothers Taken to Anjuna Police Station 

India has summoned Bangladesh's High Commissioner, Muhammad Riaz Hamidullah, to convey strong concerns over threats to the Indian High Commission in Dhaka and a series of inflammatory anti-India remarks made by Bangladeshi political leaders. The move follows statements from National Citizen Party (NCP) leader Hasnat Abdullah, who threatened to isolate India's northeastern states and offer refuge to separatist groups.

India Summons Bangladesh High Commissioner Amid Rising Tensions

Karthigai Deepam Row: The arguments in the Karthigai Deepam row hearing at the Madras High Court have concluded, but the court has yet to pass its verdict. The case centers on the dispute over the lighting of the Karthigai Deepam at the Deepathoon site near the Thiruparankundram temple in Tamil Nadu. 


Karthigai Deepam Row: Madras High Court Yet to Pass Verdict

Congo Violence: At least 85,000 Congolese refugees have fled to Burundi due to escalating violence caused by M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. The renewed offensive by the Rwandan-backed group has displaced hundreds of thousands, overwhelming transit sites and stretching humanitarian resources in Burundi. 


Congo Violence: Thousands Flee Congo Owing to Violence Caused by M-23 Rebels

The UK has experienced its sunniest year on record in 2025, with 1,622 hours of sunshine- surpassing the previous record set in 2003. Scientists note that frequent high-pressure systems reduced cloud cover, leading to exceptionally sunny spells, particularly in spring and summer. While the UK has generally become sunnier since the 1980s, the exact cause remains uncertain, with some attributing it to natural variability rather than climate change.


Sunshine Shattered Records Across Uk in 2025, Scientists Blame Climate Change

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