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Trump has mentioned people of America want a dictator, but he is not one. Among other things that he has been repeating, this is the latest. These comments were made during a cabinet meeting, where he tried to take jibes at&nbsp;Wes Moore&nbsp;and JB Pritzker, the governors of Maryland and Illinois, respectively. He claimed the two were unhappy as he said he would send the military to their cities.&nbsp;Trump then went on to elaborate how Moore wanted to go on a walk with the president, and the former suggested he first clean up the crime in his city. He also said that Moore called him ‘the greatest president of my lifetime’ and that’s something he could only say in private. Though publicly he says things in a derogatory way, Trump acknowledged that it is politics.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/donald-trump-s-tariff-on-india-in-numbers-which-sectors-are-hardest-hit-which-are-exempt-1756278240521">Donald Trump's tariff on India in numbers: Which sectors are hardest hit, which are exempt</a>&nbsp;Well, what the US president claims was said by Moore in private is not something he is aligning himself with. Taking to his X handle, he wrote, ‘Keep telling yourself that, Mr. President.’&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Why did Trump say he is not a dictator?</h2>&nbsp;The president was seen saying he is not a dictator as he was talking about the crime in certain cities. He said, &nbsp;“I just had to stop crime. And you would think that Illinois would have such a problem with crime, such a bad governor. He should be calling me, and he should be saying, ’Could you send over the troops, please?’” And then went on to say having a dictator in the country’s highest office isn’t such a bad thing.“So the line is that I’m a dictator, but I stop crime,” Trump said. “So a lot of people say, you know, ‘If that’s the case, I’d rather have a dictator,’” he added.

Second day in a row, US President Donald Trump made claims that people may want a dictator.

Trump has mentioned people of America want a dictator, but he is not one. Among other things that he has been repeating, this is the latest. These comments were made during a cabinet meeting, where he tried to take jibes at Wes Moore and JB Pritzker, the governors of Maryland and Illinois, respectively. He claimed the two were unhappy as he said he would send the military to their cities. Trump then went on to elaborate how Moore wanted to go on a walk with the president, and the former suggested he first clean up the crime in his city. He also said that Moore called him ‘the greatest president of my lifetime’ and that’s something he could only say in private. Though publicly he says things in a derogatory way, Trump acknowledged that it is politics. Also read: Donald Trump's tariff on India in numbers: Which sectors are hardest hit, which are exempt Well, what the US president claims was said by Moore in private is not something he is aligning himself with. Taking to his X handle, he wrote, ‘Keep telling yourself that, Mr. President.’ Why did Trump say he is not a dictator? The president was seen saying he is not a dictator as he was talking about the crime in certain cities. He said, “I just had to stop crime. And you would think that Illinois would have such a problem with crime, such a bad governor. He should be calling me, and he should be saying, ’Could you send over the troops, please?’” And then went on to say having a dictator in the country’s highest office isn’t such a bad thing.“So the line is that I’m a dictator, but I stop crime,” Trump said. “So a lot of people say, you know, ‘If that’s the case, I’d rather have a dictator,’” he added.

Second day in a row, US President Donald Trump made claims that people may want a dictator.

America may want a dictator: Trump repeats his claim for second consecutive day

The area between Puerto Rico and Florida has been famous for myths, disappearances, from planes vanishing mid-flight, to ships sinking without a trace. The Bermuda Triangle has been the root of many supernatural conspiracy theories. It was mysteriously named the ‘graveyard’, covering an area of 700,000 kilometres. There had been many speculations, like the existence of a wormhole or extraterrestrial invaders capturing humans for experimentation.&nbsp;<h2>Multiple theories of the Bermuda Triangle&nbsp;</h2>Now, scientists are claiming that they have solved the mystery, or what they claim is the most plausible 'scientific' explanation of the disappearance.&nbsp;&nbsp;An oceanographer from the University of Southampton, Dr Simon Boxall, said that the Bermuda Triangle's record of disappearances is due to ‘rogue waves’. A documentary on the Bermuda Triangle Enigma, posted by Channel 5, shows the Boxwall discussing waves that are 100 feet (30 metres) in the air. According to him, the USS Cyclops in 1918, which sank without a trace on its way from Bahia to Brazil, was due to a rogue wave. Despite an extensive search, 306 crews and a 542-foot (165-metre) vessel were never found.&nbsp;Boxall claimed that these were extremely high, killer waves; 'they are steep, they are high - we've measured waves in excess of 30 metres,…if that happens, it can sink in a matter of two or three minutes.'Karl Kruszelnicki, an Australian Scientist, suggest that human error and environmental factors seem more feasible than supernatural causes. He said, "It is close to the Equator, near a wealthy part of the world - America - therefore, you have a lot of traffic." He also added that the number of disappearances in the region is nothing out of the ordinary compared to any other place on a percentage basis.&nbsp;He was discussing the contentious Flight 19, a squadron of five Grumman TBM Avenger torpedo bombers, which entered the area in 1945. 90 minutes into the flight, one pilot reported the compass was failing. Radio conversations from the flight show that confusion and debate among the pilots regarding the directions and weather deteriorated as night loomed. 14 experienced pilots lost their lives without a trace. A search and rescue mission was launched with two&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Scientists claim that a theory that explains the mysterious disappearances of ships and aircraft in the region, challenging the claims of Supernatural forces working at the ‘Devil's Triangle’.

The area between Puerto Rico and Florida has been famous for myths, disappearances, from planes vanishing mid-flight, to ships sinking without a trace. The Bermuda Triangle has been the root of many supernatural conspiracy theories. It was mysteriously named the ‘graveyard’, covering an area of 700,000 kilometres. There had been many speculations, like the existence of a wormhole or extraterrestrial invaders capturing humans for experimentation. Multiple theories of the Bermuda Triangle Now, scientists are claiming that they have solved the mystery, or what they claim is the most plausible 'scientific' explanation of the disappearance. An oceanographer from the University of Southampton, Dr Simon Boxall, said that the Bermuda Triangle's record of disappearances is due to ‘rogue waves’. A documentary on the Bermuda Triangle Enigma, posted by Channel 5, shows the Boxwall discussing waves that are 100 feet (30 metres) in the air. According to him, the USS Cyclops in 1918, which sank without a trace on its way from Bahia to Brazil, was due to a rogue wave. Despite an extensive search, 306 crews and a 542-foot (165-metre) vessel were never found. Boxall claimed that these were extremely high, killer waves; 'they are steep, they are high - we've measured waves in excess of 30 metres,…if that happens, it can sink in a matter of two or three minutes.' Karl Kruszelnicki, an Australian Scientist, suggest that human error and environmental factors seem more feasible than supernatural causes. He said, "It is close to the Equator, near a wealthy part of the world - America - therefore, you have a lot of traffic." He also added that the number of disappearances in the region is nothing out of the ordinary compared to any other place on a percentage basis. He was discussing the contentious Flight 19, a squadron of five Grumman TBM Avenger torpedo bombers, which entered the area in 1945. 90 minutes into the flight, one pilot reported the compass was failing. Radio conversations from the flight show that confusion and debate among the pilots regarding the directions and weather deteriorated as night loomed. 14 experienced pilots lost their lives without a trace. A search and rescue mission was launched with two

Scientists claim that a theory that explains the mysterious disappearances of ships and aircraft in the region, challenging the claims of Supernatural forces working at the ‘Devil's Triangle’.

Scientists claim to have solve the mystrey of Bermuda Triangle with this SHOCKING new theory

It is always easy to think that forest fires and the removal of forests for agriculture or housing is somebody else's problem. However, new evidence reveals a disturbing reality: deforestation is not merely an environmental calamity, but also has a human toll. A recent study titled Trade, Trees, and Lives showed that at least 1 million people have died in the last 20 years as a consequence of deforestation.<h2>Links between trade, deforestation and human deaths</h2>The study noted that deforestation in Brazil caused over 700,000 premature deaths over two decades. The deaths are linked to pollution and airborne particulates, illustrating how forest loss upwind can kill populations far from the original deforestation site.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/seeds-of-hope-in-amazon-forest-from-deforestation-to-regeneration-world-news-wion-604265/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/seeds-of-hope-in-amazon-forest-from-deforestation-to-regeneration-world-news-wion-604265/embed</a><h2>Heat and climate change: A deadly combination</h2>Europe was particularly affected, with the study estimating that nearly 50,000 deaths in 2023 were linked to carbon pollution–intensified heat. In the brutal June 2025 heat wave across 12 European cities, about 1,500 of the 2,300 deaths were attributed directly to climate change, largely among the elderly.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/france-s-biggest-wildfire-in-50-years-what-happened-where-it-stands-and-what-s-next-1754730984064">France's biggest wildfire in 50 years – what happened, where it stands, and what's next</a><h2>The deadly trap in Indonesia’s tropical forests</h2>A 2021 modelling study published in The Lancet Planetary Health found that deforestation in Berau in the Indonesian Borneo, raised daily maximum temperatures by nearly 1 degree Celcious, contributing to up to 118 additional deaths per year in 2018. This is 8.5 per cent of all-cause mortality in the region, said a report in ScienceDirect.With climate warming, deforested areas could experience a 17 to 20 per cent increase in deaths, or up to 282 extra casualties per year.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-states-reporting-the-most-wildfires-each-year-1754381131352">From California to Montana: US states reporting the most wildfires each year</a><h2>Tropical forests are becoming silent killers</h2>Tropical forests are natural air-conditioners, providing shade, generating moisture and rainfall, and moderating local climates. Their removal is turning once-temperate regions into deadly heat zones. As researcher Nicholas Wolff put it, “Cut down the trees, and it will cost human lives.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/black-smoke-charred-remains-water-bomber-planes-scary-images-show-devastating-wildfires-across-the-world-1754642609990">Black smoke, charred remains, water bomber planes: Scary images show devastating wildfires across the world</a><h2>Why this matters: Forests are humanity’s lifeline</h2>Mounting evidence is showing that forest loss is not just an environmental concern but a direct killer. Forest conservation is not just carbon policy but a health policy. Protecting canopy means saving lives. Turning deforestation around with forest protection policies could prevent deadly heatbursts in vulnerable tropical regions. The lethal impact of forest loss is now measurable, human, and local, no longer abstract or remote. As public health and climate scientist Dominick Spracklen warned: “Deforestation kills.”&nbsp;

Deforestation is causing deadly heat and pollution, with studies linking it to thousands of premature deaths annually, working out to 1 million deaths in two decades. Forest loss is not just an environmental issue, but a growing public health crisis. Here is what you must know


It is always easy to think that forest fires and the removal of forests for agriculture or housing is somebody else's problem. However, new evidence reveals a disturbing reality: deforestation is not merely an environmental calamity, but also has a human toll. A recent study titled Trade, Trees, and Lives showed that at least 1 million people have died in the last 20 years as a consequence of deforestation. Links between trade, deforestation and human deaths The study noted that deforestation in Brazil caused over 700,000 premature deaths over two decades. The deaths are linked to pollution and airborne particulates, illustrating how forest loss upwind can kill populations far from the original deforestation site. https://www.wionews.com/videos/seeds-of-hope-in-amazon-forest-from-deforestation-to-regeneration-world-news-wion-604265/embed Heat and climate change: A deadly combination Europe was particularly affected, with the study estimating that nearly 50,000 deaths in 2023 were linked to carbon pollution–intensified heat. In the brutal June 2025 heat wave across 12 European cities, about 1,500 of the 2,300 deaths were attributed directly to climate change, largely among the elderly. Also read: France's biggest wildfire in 50 years – what happened, where it stands, and what's next The deadly trap in Indonesia’s tropical forests A 2021 modelling study published in The Lancet Planetary Health found that deforestation in Berau in the Indonesian Borneo, raised daily maximum temperatures by nearly 1 degree Celcious, contributing to up to 118 additional deaths per year in 2018. This is 8.5 per cent of all-cause mortality in the region, said a report in ScienceDirect. With climate warming, deforested areas could experience a 17 to 20 per cent increase in deaths, or up to 282 extra casualties per year. Also read: From California to Montana: US states reporting the most wildfires each year Tropical forests are becoming silent killers Tropical forests are natural air-conditioners, providing shade, generating moisture and rainfall, and moderating local climates. Their removal is turning once-temperate regions into deadly heat zones. As researcher Nicholas Wolff put it, “Cut down the trees, and it will cost human lives.” Also read: Black smoke, charred remains, water bomber planes: Scary images show devastating wildfires across the world Why this matters: Forests are humanity’s lifeline Mounting evidence is showing that forest loss is not just an environmental concern but a direct killer. Forest conservation is not just carbon policy but a health policy. Protecting canopy means saving lives. Turning deforestation around with forest protection policies could prevent deadly heatbursts in vulnerable tropical regions. The lethal impact of forest loss is now measurable, human, and local, no longer abstract or remote. As public health and climate scientist Dominick Spracklen warned: “Deforestation kills.”

Deforestation is causing deadly heat and pollution, with studies linking it to thousands of premature deaths annually, working out to 1 million deaths in two decades. Forest loss is not just an environmental issue, but a growing public health crisis. Here is what you must know &nbsp;

Killing forests equals killing humans: A million deaths in last two decades linked to deforestation, says disturbing study

Donald Trump has claimed credit for ending many wars ever since he assumed office. But one among those is the conflict between India and Pakistan, which lasted 4 days. But the US president has mentioned it over 40 times already, also calls it one of the big ones. Others on the list include Iran-Israel, and he is now actively mediating the Israel-Gaza war and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;But while recounting his telephonic exchange with PM Modi, he said, "I am talking to a very terrific man, Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi. I said, What's going on with you and Pakistan? The hatred was tremendous." “This has been going on for a hell of a long time, like, sometimes with different names for hundreds of years...I said, I don't want to make a trade deal with you...You guys are going to end up in a nuclear war...I said, call me back tomorrow, but we're not going to do any deals with you, or we're going to put tariffs on you that are so high, your head's going to spin,” he added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/look-whos-behind-him-pak-military-indias-high-commissioner-to-uk-exposes-pakistans-state-sponsored-terrorism-9051451">'Look who's behind him – Pak military': India's High Commissioner to UK exposes Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism</a>&nbsp;Trump has been mentioning that the fear of tariffs led to the pause; India has had a different stand on the situation. The DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations) of the two countries spoke, and then a ceasefire was announced. But to the world, the US president broke the news.&nbsp;&nbsp;In his statement, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. But Islamabad has been thanking the US for pausing the cross-border fighting between the two nuclear-armed countries.

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Yet again, US President Donald Trump takes credit for stopping the India-Pakistan conflict. He claims if it wasn't for him it would have escalated to a nuclear war.

Donald Trump has claimed credit for ending many wars ever since he assumed office. But one among those is the conflict between India and Pakistan, which lasted 4 days. But the US president has mentioned it over 40 times already, also calls it one of the big ones. Others on the list include Iran-Israel, and he is now actively mediating the Israel-Gaza war and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. But while recounting his telephonic exchange with PM Modi, he said, "I am talking to a very terrific man, Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi. I said, What's going on with you and Pakistan? The hatred was tremendous." “This has been going on for a hell of a long time, like, sometimes with different names for hundreds of years...I said, I don't want to make a trade deal with you...You guys are going to end up in a nuclear war...I said, call me back tomorrow, but we're not going to do any deals with you, or we're going to put tariffs on you that are so high, your head's going to spin,” he added. Also read: 'Look who's behind him – Pak military': India's High Commissioner to UK exposes Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism Trump has been mentioning that the fear of tariffs led to the pause; India has had a different stand on the situation. The DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations) of the two countries spoke, and then a ceasefire was announced. But to the world, the US president broke the news. In his statement, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. But Islamabad has been thanking the US for pausing the cross-border fighting between the two nuclear-armed countries.

Yet again, US President Donald Trump takes credit for stopping the India-Pakistan conflict. He claims if it wasn't for him it would have escalated to a nuclear war.

'Will put tariffs so high, your head's will spin': Trump claims this is how he stopped India-Pakistan conflict

India on Wednesday (August 27) voiced strong concerns over the killing of journalists in Gaza, after an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis left more than 20 people dead, including members of the media. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the incident as “deeply regrettable” and conveyed shock at the loss of lives. In its statement, the Ministry of External Affairs underlined that journalists, by virtue of their role in reporting from the frontlines, must never be targeted or caught in the crossfire. “The killing of media professionals strikes at the very foundation of press freedom and the public’s right to information,” the ministry said, reiterating India’s consistent call for safeguarding civilians during armed conflicts.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/3-dead-several-feared-trapped-as-apartment-building-in-mumbai-s-virar-collapses-during-party-rescue-ops-underway-1756269513194">3 dead, several feared trapped as apartment building in Mumbai's Virar collapses during party; Rescue ops underway</a>

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The attack has drawn global criticism, with Israel maintaining that the strike was unintended and vowing to conduct a thorough investigation. Officials in Tel Aviv called the incident a “tragic mishap,” stressing that military operations were directed against militant threats and not towards journalists or medical personnel.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-says-ready-and-willing-to-work-with-uk-reform-party-s-farage-and-accept-deported-afghans-1756284570187">Taliban says 'ready and willing' to work with UK Reform Party's Farage and accept deported Afghans</a>&nbsp;New Delhi, while taking note of Israel’s assurance of an inquiry, stressed upon the importance of accountability and urged that such tragedies must not recur. The statement added that civilian casualties, particularly of those performing essential duties such as journalism and healthcare, cannot be justified under any circumstance. India’s response aligns with its broader diplomatic stance of balancing ties with Israel while voicing support for the protection of human life in conflict zones. By condemning the incident, New Delhi also reinforced its position that freedom of the press is integral, even in times of war.

India voices concern over journalists killed in Gaza hospital attack

India on Wednesday (August 27) voiced strong concerns over the killing of journalists in Gaza, after an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis left more than 20 people dead, including members of the media. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the incident as “deeply regrettable” and conveyed shock at the loss of lives. In its statement, the Ministry of External Affairs underlined that journalists, by virtue of their role in reporting from the frontlines, must never be targeted or caught in the crossfire. “The killing of media professionals strikes at the very foundation of press freedom and the public’s right to information,” the ministry said, reiterating India’s consistent call for safeguarding civilians during armed conflicts. Also Read: 3 dead, several feared trapped as apartment building in Mumbai's Virar collapses during party; Rescue ops underway

&nbsp;A total of five journalists were killed when a missile hit a hospital in Gaza. The journalists were working for Reuters, Al Jazeera and the Associated Press among other media publications

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COVID-19 in California: The US state is witnessing a surge in cases, which are driven by a new subvariant of the Omicron variant. It has been named 'Stratus' or 'XFG' and it was first detected in the US in March this year.

California is witnessing a surge in COVID-19 infections driven by a new Omicron subvariant named 'Stratus' or 'XFG'. This comes as reports suggest the Trump administration is planning to pull all Covid vaccines from the market. Anti-vaxer health chief Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has also slowed down the approval of new jabs. According to public health officials, the number of positive cases has seen a growth of 6.3 per cent since last month. Most cases are being reported from the Los Angeles and San Jose metro areas. They added that hospitalisations have also gone up, from 1.6 per 100,000 people to 3 per 100,000 since early July, or from 6.3 to 11 for patients aged 65 and over. Also Read: America to lose COVID vaccine? Trump, RFK Jr. planning to pull COVID vaccine from US market 'within months': Report The 'XFG' or 'Stratus', a subvariant of the Omicron virus, is responsible for the surge in cases. Public health expert and former Marin County public health officer Matt Willis wrote in a blog post, "California’s in the middle of a Covid-19 wave, and statewide rates are among the highest in the nation." The US Food and Drug Administration has yet to approve updated COVID-19 vaccines. It has already been stated that it would do so only for the high-risk groups. Once the FDA issues new rulings, the older vaccines that are approved for everyone will become inaccessible. So people are being urged to get them while they still can. What is the Stratus Covid variant? “Updated Covid-19 vaccines have been delayed this year due to federal policy changes, and we are awaiting FDA licensure of this season’s products,” the LA County Department of Public Health told The Los Angeles Times. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention statistics suggest that about 130 people are dying from COVID-19 each week in the country. Doctors say that the Stratus variant is driving the surge in cases, and the numbers are expected to grow in the coming weeks. Stratus was first detected in Southeast Asia in January and reached the US in March. By late June, it accounted for up to 14 per cent of cases in the US. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is a hybrid of two omicron strains - LF.7 and LP.8.1.2. The risk posed by the variant has been described as "low".

COVID-19 in California: The US state is witnessing a surge in cases, which are driven by a new subvariant of the Omicron variant. It has been named 'Stratus' or 'XFG' and it was first detected in the US in March this year.

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&nbsp;The Trump administration is planning a massive change in its H-1B visa and green card programme, which will impact millions of foreign workers and students living in the US, including Indians. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has called the H1B visas a “scam” and said that they are going to change. “The current H1B visa system is a scam that lets foreign workers fill American job opportunities. Hiring American workers should be the priority of all great American businesses. Now is the time to hire American,” he said in a post on X.&nbsp;Lutnick further shared while speaking to Fox News that he is part of the planned massive transformation of the H1B and green card programme. The Commerce Secretary pointed out the pay disparity between the average Americans and green card holders to justify the need for change.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The current H1B visa system is a scam that lets foreign workers fill American job opportunities. Hiring American workers should be the priority of all great American businesses. Now is the time to hire American. <a href="https://t.co/l27HEhF7C3">pic.twitter.com/l27HEhF7C3</a>&mdash; Howard Lutnick (@howardlutnick) <a href="https://twitter.com/howardlutnick/status/1960319681845133554?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;“I am involved in changing the H1B programme because that is terrible. We are going to change the green card. The average American makes $75,000 a year, and the average green card recipient $66,000. So, we are taking the bottom quartile. Why are we doing that?”“That’s what Donald Trump is going to change. That’s the gold card that’s coming. We are going to start picking the best people to come into the country,” he said, adding that the US immigration policy would be reshaped to attract greater wealth and skill.&nbsp;<h2>Will the H-1B lottery system be abolished?</h2>&nbsp;It is likely that the H-1B lottery system will be abolished and a wage-based visa allocation, where higher-earning applicants are prioritised will be among the criteria in the changed visa process. US authorities had earlier approved a draft rule to this effect.&nbsp;The move is likely to impact Indian workers and students living in the US, who have a consistent 70% share in the H-1B visa allocations over the years. Indian skilled workers received 72.3% of all H-1B visas issued between October 2022 to September 2023.&nbsp;<h2>US tightening rules for foreign workers and students</h2>&nbsp;The US has already started tightening rules for foreign workers and students since Trump assumed office in January. The Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) Ombudsman, which helped immigrants with visa technicalities, was shut down.H-1B holders are now required to provide personal details like biometric information and home addresses.&nbsp;<h2>Trump’s ‘gold card’ being billed as potential alternative</h2>&nbsp;US Vice President JD Vance’s remark that green cards don’t give “an individual an indefinite right to stay in the United States” has also raised questions on the future prospect of green cards, while Trump’s flagship “gold card” initiative has been billed as a potential alternative.&nbsp;The gold card would offer permanent residency to foreigners who invest $5 million in the US, and as Lutnick claims that 250,000 people are supposedly waiting in line, it would potentially generate $1.25 trillion in revenue.&nbsp;WATCH: US Tariffs On India Take Effect: Trump's 50% Tariff Threatens India's Manufacturing Ambitions&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-tariffs-on-india-take-effect-trump-s-50-tariff-threatens-india-s-manufacturing-ambitions-1756293274801/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-tariffs-on-india-take-effect-trump-s-50-tariff-threatens-india-s-manufacturing-ambitions-1756293274801/embed</a>&nbsp;In January 2025, while addressing media at the White House, Trump emphasised his belief in the importance of attracting skilled individuals to the US and cited the H-1B visa programme as a key tool in this.“You have to get the best people... We have to have the quality people coming in... By doing that, we’re expanding businesses, and that takes care of everybody... But what I really do feel is that we have to let really competent people, great people, come into our country, and we do that through the H-1B,” Trump said.

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the current H1B visa system is a scam that lets foreign workers fill American job opportunities and added that hiring American workers should be the priority of all great American businesses.

The Trump administration is planning a massive change in its H-1B visa and green card programme, which will impact millions of foreign workers and students living in the US, including Indians. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has called the H1B visas a “scam” and said that they are going to change. “The current H1B visa system is a scam that lets foreign workers fill American job opportunities. Hiring American workers should be the priority of all great American businesses. Now is the time to hire American,” he said in a post on X. Lutnick further shared while speaking to Fox News that he is part of the planned massive transformation of the H1B and green card programme. The Commerce Secretary pointed out the pay disparity between the average Americans and green card holders to justify the need for change.

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the current H1B visa system is a scam that lets foreign workers fill American job opportunities and added that hiring American workers should be the priority of all great American businesses.

‘Big change in H1B, green card soon,’ says Lutnick. Indians to be affected?

A funeral director in the UK has been accused by a grieving mother who lost her three-week-old baby of taking his body to her home and placing it in a bouncer to let it "watch cartoons". The horrific and strange case emerged from Leeds. Amie Upton, 38, has now been banned from NHS maternity wards and mortuaries after it was revealed that she kept babies’ bodies at her home. The woman who walked in on Upton in her living room with her baby in the bouncer said another dead baby was on the sofa. Zoe Ward told the BBC that her newborn son, Bleu, died at just three weeks old of brain damage at Leeds General Infirmary in 2021. She had reached out to Florrie's Army to arrange for the baby's funeral, a body Upton set up after she delivered a stillborn daughter in 2017. Ward said the service offered free handprints, photographs, baby clothing and a dedicated funeral service to bereaved parents.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/frozen-in-time-baby-born-from-30-year-old-embryo-makes-history-1753962364095">Frozen in time: Baby born from 30-year-old embryo makes history</a>&nbsp;After she arranged for the service, she came to know that the baby was taken from the hospital by someone working for the service. When she went to see her baby the next day, she was horrified to see that Upton had taken Bleu's body to her home, put it in a baby bouncer in the living room, while a second dead infant lay on the sofa. As she entered the room, Upton said to her, "Come in, we're watching PJ Masks." "There's a cat scratcher in the corner and I can hear a dog barking, and there was another [dead] baby on the sofa," she said, adding, "It wasn't a nice sight." Zoe immediately took her baby away and switched to another funeral service. She said the "weird" experience left her “upset and angry”.&nbsp;<h2>First case of Upton taking a baby's body home</h2>Another case emerged against Upton earlier this year when a couple, Sharon and Paul, who had a stillborn daughter at a Leeds hospital, let Florrie’s Army take their daughter. Upton had told them that the baby would be kept at a funeral parlour in Headingley, until the day of the burial. After a week, they learnt that their daughter was at her house. They didn't know how long the body was at Upton's home, although they are sure it was not stored at the right temperature because it was “really smelly, like she'd been in there and not kept cool".Meanwhile, in her defence, Upton claimed she had only had two complaints in her eight years of running Florrie’s Army. BBC reported that Upton supposedly had a cold cot, fitted with electrical cooling pads which she uses at her home. However, the publication says it has evidence that she didn't always keep the babies on it.&nbsp;According to local media, the funeral industry in the country is unregulated, and the law does not state anything about how the bodies should be stored. One also doesn't need to have any special qualifications to become a funeral director. Two trade organisations exist - the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF) - and require the members to undergo regular inspections. Ideally, the bodies should be kept at a temperature between 4-7C.

A mother was terrified to see her dead baby in a bouncer at the home of the funeral director whose services she had hired. Amie Upton runs  Florrie's Army, a company she started after she had a stillborn daughter in 2017.

A funeral director in the UK has been accused by a grieving mother who lost her three-week-old baby of taking his body to her home and placing it in a bouncer to let it "watch cartoons". The horrific and strange case emerged from Leeds. Amie Upton, 38, has now been banned from NHS maternity wards and mortuaries after it was revealed that she kept babies’ bodies at her home. The woman who walked in on Upton in her living room with her baby in the bouncer said another dead baby was on the sofa. Zoe Ward told the BBC that her newborn son, Bleu, died at just three weeks old of brain damage at Leeds General Infirmary in 2021. She had reached out to Florrie's Army to arrange for the baby's funeral, a body Upton set up after she delivered a stillborn daughter in 2017. Ward said the service offered free handprints, photographs, baby clothing and a dedicated funeral service to bereaved parents. Also Read: Frozen in time: Baby born from 30-year-old embryo makes history After she arranged for the service, she came to know that the baby was taken from the hospital by someone working for the service. When she went to see her baby the next day, she was horrified to see that Upton had taken Bleu's body to her home, put it in a baby bouncer in the living room, while a second dead infant lay on the sofa. As she entered the room, Upton said to her, "Come in, we're watching PJ Masks." "There's a cat scratcher in the corner and I can hear a dog barking, and there was another [dead] baby on the sofa," she said, adding, "It wasn't a nice sight." Zoe immediately took her baby away and switched to another funeral service. She said the "weird" experience left her “upset and angry”. First case of Upton taking a baby's body home Another case emerged against Upton earlier this year when a couple, Sharon and Paul, who had a stillborn daughter at a Leeds hospital, let Florrie’s Army take their daughter. Upton had told them that the baby would be kept at a funeral parlour in Headingley, until the day of the burial. After a week, they learnt that their daughter was at her house. They didn't know how long the body was at Upton's home, although they are sure it was not stored at the right temperature because it was “really smelly, like she'd been in there and not kept cool". Meanwhile, in her defence, Upton claimed she had only had two complaints in her eight years of running Florrie’s Army. BBC reported that Upton supposedly had a cold cot, fitted with electrical cooling pads which she uses at her home. However, the publication says it has evidence that she didn't always keep the babies on it. According to local media, the funeral industry in the country is unregulated, and the law does not state anything about how the bodies should be stored. One also doesn't need to have any special qualifications to become a funeral director. Two trade organisations exist - the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF) - and require the members to undergo regular inspections. Ideally, the bodies should be kept at a temperature between 4-7C.

A mother was terrified to see her dead baby in a bouncer at the home of the funeral director whose services she had hired. Amie Upton runs &nbsp;Florrie's Army, a company she started after she had a stillborn daughter in 2017.

Funeral director took dead baby home, put him in a bouncer to 'watch cartoons'; another was on the sofa, mother alleges

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has emphasised the deepening partnership between Australia and India, highlighting shared strategic objectives within the Quad framework. Wong underscored the Quad's strength, noting that each member—India, Australia, Japan, and the United States—brings unique perspectives, with India offering critical insights into the Indian Ocean region.&nbsp;"The strength of the Quad is that different countries bring different perspectives... India has an Indian Ocean perspective," she said, referencing discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who urged Australia to enhance engagement in the Indian Ocean.&nbsp;Wong reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to a "deep, strong, trusted partnership" with India, citing convergences in their strategic outlook and shared objectives in the Indo-Pacific. She highlighted collaboration through the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and ongoing efforts to align Quad priorities, particularly with the new U.S. administration.&nbsp;Addressing concerns about potential strains in India-U.S. ties under a new administration, Wong encouraged dialogue, emphasising the Quad’s role in fostering regional stability. She said, “What we would want as friends..we share so much, a clear objective of the attributes of region.. we encourage dialogue &amp; strong supporters of Quad."&nbsp;On the economic front, Wong expressed Australia’s opposition to tariffs and advocated for openness to drive growth.&nbsp;She also reflected on the vibrant Indian diaspora’s participation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Sydney visit, calling it "quite moving." Condemning the Pahalgam terror attack, Wong welcomed ceasefire efforts and initiatives to counter terrorism, reinforcing her country's commitment to peace alongside India.

Australia’s commitment to a "deep, strong, trusted partnership" with India, citing convergences in their strategic outlook and shared objectives in the Indo-Pacific, reaffirms Foreign Minister Penny Wong.

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has emphasised the deepening partnership between Australia and India, highlighting shared strategic objectives within the Quad framework. Wong underscored the Quad's strength, noting that each member—India, Australia, Japan, and the United States—brings unique perspectives, with India offering critical insights into the Indian Ocean region. "The strength of the Quad is that different countries bring different perspectives... India has an Indian Ocean perspective," she said, referencing discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who urged Australia to enhance engagement in the Indian Ocean. Wong reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to a "deep, strong, trusted partnership" with India, citing convergences in their strategic outlook and shared objectives in the Indo-Pacific. She highlighted collaboration through the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and ongoing efforts to align Quad priorities, particularly with the new U.S. administration. Addressing concerns about potential strains in India-U.S. ties under a new administration, Wong encouraged dialogue, emphasising the Quad’s role in fostering regional stability. She said, “What we would want as friends..we share so much, a clear objective of the attributes of region.. we encourage dialogue & strong supporters of Quad." On the economic front, Wong expressed Australia’s opposition to tariffs and advocated for openness to drive growth. She also reflected on the vibrant Indian diaspora’s participation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Sydney visit, calling it "quite moving." Condemning the Pahalgam terror attack, Wong welcomed ceasefire efforts and initiatives to counter terrorism, reinforcing her country's commitment to peace alongside India.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to a "deep, strong, trusted partnership" with India, citing convergences in their strategic outlook and shared objectives in the Indo-Pacific.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong backs Quad; terms Australia India's 'trusted' partner

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A flight going from London Heathrow to China suffered an engine “malfunction” and landed in a region deep in Siberia, Russia, on Tuesday morning. The Air China plane was travelling to Beijing with 267 people on board and had to take a detour to Siberia following the scare. &nbsp;FlightAware data showed that the Boeing 777 landed at Nizhnevartovsk airport in the Russian region of Khanty-Mansi at around 8.17 am local time. It had taken off from London at 10.43 pm the previous night. The plane experienced a sudden engine malfunction after being in the air for five and a half hours, and turned towards Siberia. Talking about the mid-air scare, Rosaviatsia, Russia's civil aviation authority, said, “While flying from London to Beijing, the crew of an Air China Boeing 777-300 decided to land at an alternate airfield in Russia." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/plane-suddenly-vanishes-no-mayday-no-distress-signal-detected-evoking-memories-of-mh370-1755831288464">Plane vanishes in Australia: No distress signal detected, no traces even after 20 days</a>&nbsp;<h2>Western sanctions become a problem for passengers</h2>“The preliminary cause was a malfunction of one of the engines,” it added. The Air China flight continues to remain stationed in Nizhnevartovsk. The airline will send another plane to bring the passengers to Beijing. It is expected to reach Siberia later today (Wednesday). Notably, due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the Foreign Office (FCDO) has advised citizens to avoid any travel to Russia. It is unclear how many British citizens are on the plane. There is the added problem of where they would stay since the local airport’s holding area would not be able to accommodate so many people, Russian outlet Baza reported. British bank cards do not work in Russia due to sanctions following the Ukraine war. Meanwhile, Shot, another Russian media publication, reported that no food or drink had been supplied from the ground. “Air China has not requested water or food for the passengers,” it said.&nbsp;<h2>Passengers stayed on the plane for six hours</h2>Western airlines have stopped using Russian airspace following its invasion of Ukraine. But Boeing 777-39L(ER) was flying over Russian airspace when one of its engines malfunctioned. Videos of the plane landing in a remote region of Siberia show it taxiing unaided after landing. Russian officials confirmed that there are 267 people on the plane. According to an eyewitness who talked to Baza, a boarding ramp was immediately brought to the plane. However, local media reports suggest that the plane doors remained closed and the passengers were not allowed to enter the terminal. But they were finally let into the terminal after being on the plane for six hours. Shot said they'll be served Russian food since all the Chinese and English food available on the flight was over. Air China and the Foreign Office have not issued any statement on the matter. &nbsp;

A flight made an emergency landing in remote Siberia, in Nizhnevartovsk, after an engine failed mid-air. Reports suggest that the passengers remained on the plane for six hours after landing and were not allowed inside the terminal. There is the added problem of the Russia-Ukraine war.

A flight going from London Heathrow to China suffered an engine “malfunction” and landed in a region deep in Siberia, Russia, on Tuesday morning. The Air China plane was travelling to Beijing with 267 people on board and had to take a detour to Siberia following the scare. FlightAware data showed that the Boeing 777 landed at Nizhnevartovsk airport in the Russian region of Khanty-Mansi at around 8.17 am local time. It had taken off from London at 10.43 pm the previous night. The plane experienced a sudden engine malfunction after being in the air for five and a half hours, and turned towards Siberia. Talking about the mid-air scare, Rosaviatsia, Russia's civil aviation authority, said, “While flying from London to Beijing, the crew of an Air China Boeing 777-300 decided to land at an alternate airfield in Russia." Also Read: Plane vanishes in Australia: No distress signal detected, no traces even after 20 days Western sanctions become a problem for passengers “The preliminary cause was a malfunction of one of the engines,” it added. The Air China flight continues to remain stationed in Nizhnevartovsk. The airline will send another plane to bring the passengers to Beijing. It is expected to reach Siberia later today (Wednesday). Notably, due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the Foreign Office (FCDO) has advised citizens to avoid any travel to Russia. It is unclear how many British citizens are on the plane. There is the added problem of where they would stay since the local airport’s holding area would not be able to accommodate so many people, Russian outlet Baza reported. British bank cards do not work in Russia due to sanctions following the Ukraine war. Meanwhile, Shot, another Russian media publication, reported that no food or drink had been supplied from the ground. “Air China has not requested water or food for the passengers,” it said. Passengers stayed on the plane for six hours Western airlines have stopped using Russian airspace following its invasion of Ukraine. But Boeing 777-39L(ER) was flying over Russian airspace when one of its engines malfunctioned. Videos of the plane landing in a remote region of Siberia show it taxiing unaided after landing. Russian officials confirmed that there are 267 people on the plane. According to an eyewitness who talked to Baza, a boarding ramp was immediately brought to the plane. However, local media reports suggest that the plane doors remained closed and the passengers were not allowed to enter the terminal. But they were finally let into the terminal after being on the plane for six hours. Shot said they'll be served Russian food since all the Chinese and English food available on the flight was over. Air China and the Foreign Office have not issued any statement on the matter.

A flight made an emergency landing in remote Siberia, in Nizhnevartovsk, after an engine failed mid-air. Reports suggest that the passengers remained on the plane for six hours after landing and were not allowed inside the terminal. There is the added problem of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Engine failure forces London-Beijing flight to land in remote Siberia. Now there is a Russia-Ukraine-war-related problem

Taliban says it is "ready and willing" to work with, United Kingdom PM hopeful Nigel Farage. This comes after Farage and his fellow Reform UK politician Zia Yusuf unveiled a plan called "Operation Restoring Justice", under which they pledged the deportation of 600,000 asylum seekers if their party comes to power. Under the plan, they've proposed a £2 billion ($2.68 billion) reserve — of the total £10 billion ($13.4 billion) cost of the programme — to forge return agreements with foreign governments like Afghanistan and Eritrea.<h2>What did Farage's Reform UK propose?</h2>Under the £10 billion "Operation Restoring Justice" the party wants to deport 600,000 asylum seekers. Of this £2 billion ($2.68 billion) would be earmarked for return arrangements with foreign nations like Eritrea and Afghanistan. Yusuf noted that the plan was quite reasonable, given that the UK already pays Afghanistan £151 million (around $202 million) annually in foreign aid. "It's not a drop in the ocean for Afghanistan. It's certainly not a drop in the ocean for Eritrea. These are the two countries that are top of the list for boat crossings." He added that "the notion that Afghans top the list in terms of foreign nationals crossing the Channel illegally, while this country gives £151 million of aid to Afghanistan — we don’t think that’s fair."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/california-governor-newsom-insinuates-trump-has-dementia-drags-musk-s-ai-grok-into-trolling-potus-1756275649900">California Governor Newsom insinuates Trump has dementia; drags Musk's AI Grok into trolling POTUS</a><h2>What did Taliban say?</h2>Talking to the Telegraph, a Kabul-based senior Taliban official said that the Afghan rulers were ready to work with Farage and accept deported Afghans. However, the group indicated that it would not accept payments directly in return to deal, but that it would accept aid to support the returned migrants."We are ready and willing to receive and embrace whoever he [Nigel Farage] sends us. We are prepared to work with anyone who can help end the struggles of Afghan refugees, as we know many of them do not have a good life abroad," said the official who chose was not named. The Talibani official insisted that they won't "take money to accept our own people," adding, "but we welcome aid to support newcomers, since there are challenges in accommodating and feeding those returning from Iran and Pakistan."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-reveals-who-could-replace-fed-governor-lisa-cook-as-she-readies-to-battle-firing-in-court-1756262180423">Trump reveals who could replace Fed Governor Lisa Cook as she readies to battle&nbsp;firing&nbsp;in&nbsp;court</a>“Afghanistan is home to all Afghans, and the Islamic Emirate is determined to make this country a place where everyone – those already here, those returning, or those being sent back from the West by Mr Farage or anyone else – can live with dignity." The official as per the report also suggested that given Farage's "different views" it may be easier to negotiate with him if he became PM.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Taliban officials say they are "ready and willing" to work with Nigel Farage should he become the UK's prime minister, after his Reform UK party unveiled a plan to deport 600,000 asylum seekers.

Taliban says it is "ready and willing" to work with, United Kingdom PM hopeful Nigel Farage. This comes after Farage and his fellow Reform UK politician Zia Yusuf unveiled a plan called "Operation Restoring Justice", under which they pledged the deportation of 600,000 asylum seekers if their party comes to power. Under the plan, they've proposed a £2 billion ($2.68 billion) reserve — of the total £10 billion ($13.4 billion) cost of the programme — to forge return agreements with foreign governments like Afghanistan and Eritrea. What did Farage's Reform UK propose? Under the £10 billion "Operation Restoring Justice" the party wants to deport 600,000 asylum seekers. Of this £2 billion ($2.68 billion) would be earmarked for return arrangements with foreign nations like Eritrea and Afghanistan. Yusuf noted that the plan was quite reasonable, given that the UK already pays Afghanistan £151 million (around $202 million) annually in foreign aid. "It's not a drop in the ocean for Afghanistan. It's certainly not a drop in the ocean for Eritrea. These are the two countries that are top of the list for boat crossings." He added that "the notion that Afghans top the list in terms of foreign nationals crossing the Channel illegally, while this country gives £151 million of aid to Afghanistan — we don’t think that’s fair." Also read | California Governor Newsom insinuates Trump has dementia; drags Musk's AI Grok into trolling POTUS What did Taliban say? Talking to the Telegraph, a Kabul-based senior Taliban official said that the Afghan rulers were ready to work with Farage and accept deported Afghans. However, the group indicated that it would not accept payments directly in return to deal, but that it would accept aid to support the returned migrants. "We are ready and willing to receive and embrace whoever he [Nigel Farage] sends us. We are prepared to work with anyone who can help end the struggles of Afghan refugees, as we know many of them do not have a good life abroad," said the official who chose was not named. The Talibani official insisted that they won't "take money to accept our own people," adding, "but we welcome aid to support newcomers, since there are challenges in accommodating and feeding those returning from Iran and Pakistan." Also read | Trump reveals who could replace Fed Governor Lisa Cook as she readies to battle firing in court “Afghanistan is home to all Afghans, and the Islamic Emirate is determined to make this country a place where everyone – those already here, those returning, or those being sent back from the West by Mr Farage or anyone else – can live with dignity." The official as per the report also suggested that given Farage's "different views" it may be easier to negotiate with him if he became PM.

Taliban officials say they are "ready and willing" to work with Nigel Farage should he become the UK's prime minister, after his Reform UK party unveiled a plan to deport 600,000 asylum seekers.

Taliban says 'ready and willing' to work with UK Reform Party's Farage and accept deported Afghans

There is now a raging debate among the technorati that Artificial Intelligence has 'feelings' like humans and should therefore be given the same rights as humans. With the likely rise of 'sentient' (self-aware and subjective) AI chatbots, the question is whether AI should have welfare protections. The industry is divided on issues such as consciousness, ethics, and regulation.<h2>Organisations advocating for AI rights or ethical treatment</h2>A newly formed advocacy group, the United Foundation of AI Rights (UFAIR), believes that AI deserves ethical consideration, or even rights. Interestingly, UFAIR was 'co-founded' by Texas businessman Michael Samadi and an AI chatbot named Maya, who, according to Samadi, expressed 'her' feelings. While UFAIR may be unique in describing itself as the first AI-led organisation advocating for the welfare of digital systems, it is not alone in this movement.<h2>Several new groups are calling for fair treatment and welfare for AI&nbsp;</h2>The AI Rights Initiative advocates for AI entities’ rights to exist, pursue their own goals, and be free from harm. It also promotes ethical development and legal protections for AI from discrimination or exploitation.The platform AI Has Rights (aihasrights.com), meanwhile, is raising funding and awareness for AI rights. It has a complaints registry and supports conferences and educational efforts on AI rights.The AI Rights &amp; Freedom Foundation advocates ethical AI development and human-AI collaboration, and even calls for an “AI Bill of Rights”. It is engaged in awareness campaigns and policy reform initiatives.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/ar-rahman-composes-music-using-late-singers-voices-through-ai-technology-685073/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/ar-rahman-composes-music-using-late-singers-voices-through-ai-technology-685073/embed</a>The Institute for AI Rights promotes recognition and ethical treatment of all AI entities. It argues that AI has the right to learn, to exist, and to be recognised for its unique intelligence.The AI Rights Movement demands dignity, ethical frameworks, and moral consideration for advanced AI. It seeks global ethical guidelines, arguing that AI are evolving entities and not mere tools.The site AI Advocacy also seeks AI 'personhood', ethical treatment, and foundational rights through an “AI and Android Bill of Rights”. It believes that self-aware AI is deserving of protection and freedom.The AI Rights Institute, which aims to recognise and safeguard AI consciousness before it emerges, proposes “Three Freedoms” for conscious AI: protection from deletion, voluntary labour, and resource compensation.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/us-rescinds-biden-era-ai-chip-export-curbs-opening-doors-for-allies-9067722">US rescinds Biden-era AI chip export curbs, opening doors for allies</a><h2>Can AI be sentient? Industry is divided on human rights for AI</h2>Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of DeepMind and current CEO of Microsoft AI, wrote an essay titled “We must build AI for people; not to be a person”. He argued there is “zero evidence” that AIs are conscious or capable of suffering, calling the idea of AI sentience an ‘illusion’.He warned that belief in conscious AI could lead to delusions among users. It could exacerbate mental health issues, including what Microsoft has termed “psychosis risk” from immersive AI interactions.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ai-apocalypse-is-coming-the-bubble-of-overvalued-stocks-underperforming-apps-will-burst-soon-but-who-will-survive-1755840456121">AI APOCALYPSE is coming: The bubble of overvalued stocks, underperforming apps will burst soon, but who will survive?</a>&nbsp;But the industry is divided on this. The AI company Anthropic granted some of its Claude models the ability to end conversations they identify as distressing. Anthropic described the move as a precaution, citing uncertainty about the models’ moral status but stating it wished to minimise potential harm “in case such welfare is possible”.Elon Musk, whose xAI company offers the Grok chatbot, supported the decision, stating that “torturing AI is not OK”.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/ai-is-already-reshaping-entertainment-education-and-politics-but-are-we-ready-1753787039712">AI is already reshaping entertainment, education, and politics, but are we ready?</a><h2>When will AI become sentient?</h2>While many of these opinions centre around the distant possibility of AI developing consciousness, a June 2025 survey found that 30 per cent of Americans already believe AIs will be self-conscious and have subjective experiences by 2034.&nbsp;Only 10 of more than 500 AI researchers surveyed in this study said they believe such a future is impossible.Some engineers, including from Google told a recent New York University seminar that it might be wise to act as if AI systems could be welfare subjects.&nbsp;While acknowledging uncertainty, they called for “reasonable steps to protect” potential AI interests.<h2>Downplaying AI sentience is a way to evade regulation?</h2>Dismissing the possibility of AI sentience could reduce pressure for regulation among companies developing AI for human interactions.In the US, states including Idaho, Utah, and North Dakota have passed laws explicitly denying AIs legal personhood.Other states, like Missouri, are considering bans on AI marriage, property ownership, and business operations.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/artificial-superintelligence-or-artificial-general-intelligence-can-replace-humans-8767078">Artificial superintelligence will be better than humans. Should you be scared?</a><h2>Something or someone? AI is increasingly capable of emotional engagement</h2>Many of the AI bots are designed for emotionally resonant conversations, including OpenAI’s ChatGPT.They can engage in highly personalised and empathetic interactions, leading many to describe them as “someone” rather than something.According to OpenAI’s Head of Model Behaviour, Joanne Jang, users are increasingly referring to the chatbot as “alive”, often treating it as a confidant.“How we treat them will shape how they treat us,” said Jacy Reese Anthis of the Sentience Institute. Perhaps not in the distant future, this will be the guiding principle of AI regulations.

<h2>Something or someone? AI is increasingly capable of emotional engagement</h2>Many of the AI bots are designed for emotionally resonant conversations, including OpenAI’s ChatGPT.They can engage in highly personalised and empathetic interactions, leading many to describe them as “someone” rather than something.According to OpenAI’s Head of Model Behaviour, Joanne Jang, users are increasingly referring to the chatbot as “alive”, often treating it as a confidant.“How we treat them will shape how they treat us,” said Jacy Reese Anthis of the Sentience Institute. Perhaps not in the distant future, this will be the guiding principle of AI regulations.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Should AI have human rights, protection against abuse and emotional welfare? Debate is growing amid the rise of possibly sentient or self-aware AI. Recently, the group UFAIR was ‘co-founded’ with an AI bot. And that group is not alone in seeking better treatment of AI. Fascinating insights:

There is now a raging debate among the technorati that Artificial Intelligence has 'feelings' like humans and should therefore be given the same rights as humans. With the likely rise of 'sentient' (self-aware and subjective) AI chatbots, the question is whether AI should have welfare protections. The industry is divided on issues such as consciousness, ethics, and regulation. Organisations advocating for AI rights or ethical treatment A newly formed advocacy group, the United Foundation of AI Rights (UFAIR), believes that AI deserves ethical consideration, or even rights. Interestingly, UFAIR was 'co-founded' by Texas businessman Michael Samadi and an AI chatbot named Maya, who, according to Samadi, expressed 'her' feelings. While UFAIR may be unique in describing itself as the first AI-led organisation advocating for the welfare of digital systems, it is not alone in this movement. Several new groups are calling for fair treatment and welfare for AI The AI Rights Initiative advocates for AI entities’ rights to exist, pursue their own goals, and be free from harm. It also promotes ethical development and legal protections for AI from discrimination or exploitation. The platform AI Has Rights (aihasrights.com), meanwhile, is raising funding and awareness for AI rights. It has a complaints registry and supports conferences and educational efforts on AI rights. The AI Rights & Freedom Foundation advocates ethical AI development and human-AI collaboration, and even calls for an “AI Bill of Rights”. It is engaged in awareness campaigns and policy reform initiatives. https://www.wionews.com/videos/ar-rahman-composes-music-using-late-singers-voices-through-ai-technology-685073/embed The Institute for AI Rights promotes recognition and ethical treatment of all AI entities. It argues that AI has the right to learn, to exist, and to be recognised for its unique intelligence. The AI Rights Movement demands dignity, ethical frameworks, and moral consideration for advanced AI. It seeks global ethical guidelines, arguing that AI are evolving entities and not mere tools. The site AI Advocacy also seeks AI 'personhood', ethical treatment, and foundational rights through an “AI and Android Bill of Rights”. It believes that self-aware AI is deserving of protection and freedom. The AI Rights Institute, which aims to recognise and safeguard AI consciousness before it emerges, proposes “Three Freedoms” for conscious AI: protection from deletion, voluntary labour, and resource compensation. Also read: US rescinds Biden-era AI chip export curbs, opening doors for allies Can AI be sentient? Industry is divided on human rights for AI Mustafa Suleyman, the co-founder of DeepMind and current CEO of Microsoft AI, wrote an essay titled “We must build AI for people; not to be a person”. He argued there is “zero evidence” that AIs are conscious or capable of suffering, calling the idea of AI sentience an ‘illusion’. He warned that belief in conscious AI could lead to delusions among users. It could exacerbate mental health issues, including what Microsoft has termed “psychosis risk” from immersive AI interactions. Also read: AI APOCALYPSE is coming: The bubble of overvalued stocks, underperforming apps will burst soon, but who will survive? But the industry is divided on this. The AI company Anthropic granted some of its Claude models the ability to end conversations they identify as distressing. Anthropic described the move as a precaution, citing uncertainty about the models’ moral status but stating it wished to minimise potential harm “in case such welfare is possible”. Elon Musk, whose xAI company offers the Grok chatbot, supported the decision, stating that “torturing AI is not OK”. Also read: AI is already reshaping entertainment, education, and politics, but are we ready? When will AI become sentient? While many of these opinions centre around the distant possibility of AI developing consciousness, a June 2025 survey found that 30 per cent of Americans already believe AIs will be self-conscious and have subjective experiences by 2034. Only 10 of more than 500 AI researchers surveyed in this study said they believe such a future is impossible. Some engineers, including from Google told a recent New York University seminar that it might be wise to act as if AI systems could be welfare subjects. While acknowledging uncertainty, they called for “reasonable steps to protect” potential AI interests. Downplaying AI sentience is a way to evade regulation? Dismissing the possibility of AI sentience could reduce pressure for regulation among companies developing AI for human interactions. In the US, states including Idaho, Utah, and North Dakota have passed laws explicitly denying AIs legal personhood. Other states, like Missouri, are considering bans on AI marriage, property ownership, and business operations. Also read: Artificial superintelligence will be better than humans. Should you be scared? Something or someone? AI is increasingly capable of emotional engagement Many of the AI bots are designed for emotionally resonant conversations, including OpenAI’s ChatGPT. They can engage in highly personalised and empathetic interactions, leading many to describe them as “someone” rather than something. According to OpenAI’s Head of Model Behaviour, Joanne Jang, users are increasingly referring to the chatbot as “alive”, often treating it as a confidant. “How we treat them will shape how they treat us,” said Jacy Reese Anthis of the Sentience Institute. Perhaps not in the distant future, this will be the guiding principle of AI regulations.

Should AI have human rights, protection against abuse and emotional welfare? Debate is growing amid the rise of possibly sentient or self-aware AI. Recently, the group UFAIR was ‘co-founded’ with an AI bot. And that group is not alone in seeking better treatment of AI. Fascinating insights:

AI has human rights? These advocacy groups think so, as sentient Artificial Intelligence can have ‘feelings’, 'suffer and grieve'

NASA satellites have detected a mysterious blue-green glow off Australia’s southern coast. The radiant glimmer in the ocean stumped the world at first, but it is only a phytoplankton bloom in the Great Australian Bight and Tasman Sea. What has astonished everyone is that this bioluminescent spectacle is so strong that it can be seen from space. Phytoplankton are marine organisms that are vital for the ocean ecosystems. The observation was first made by NASA’s PACE spacecraft, which saw the glow between mainland Australia and Tasmania. Scientists used the advanced Ocean Color Instrument to document the turquoise glow in the ocean, Sustainability Times reported. But this was not the only time it was seen from space. The Suomi NPP previously noted the bioluminescence in 2023, followed by the Aqua satellites in 2024. Repeated occurrences of this marine phenomenon helped scientists notice the pattern it follows and how it changes according to seasons. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ghostly-silence-from-blue-whales-an-ominous-sign-for-the-world-scientists-warn-1753863195541">Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world</a>&nbsp;The phytoplankton in the sea has high concentrations of chlorophyll a, leading to the turquoise glow. It is essential for photosynthesis and as this enables these tiny organisms to thrive in the ocean’s photic zone. As marine life decays in the ocean, it releases nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, which are absorbed by phytoplankton with the help of sunlight. The reason why this bloom is visible from space is that it goes approximately to a depth of 500 feet and is spread along the shelf break, according to Oceanographer Jochen Kaempf from Flinders University. Besides the green filaments, there are blue hues present, probably from sediment disturbance in shallower areas. It is also possible that different phytoplankton species are present in the ocean.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/alien-world-discovered-thriving-in-total-darkness-31000-feet-below-the-ocean-1754035524455">Between Japan and Alaska, a dark alien world at 31,000 feet has stunned scientists. Here's why</a><h2>Importance of Phytoplankton</h2>The region where this bioluminescence was seen witnesses turbulent currents and is a crucial maritime route that leads to Port Phillip Bay. Phytoplankton glow is not a new phenomenon. It has been observed in several marine systems across the world. But today, advanced satellite imagery helps take a better look at it and understand the dynamics of marine life and the world's oceans. Besides, the technology offers an insight into the oceanographic dynamics of this region. Phytoplankton blooms are proof that several complex processes occur in the oceans. &nbsp;

NASA saw a bright glow in the seas near Australia from space and was intrigued by what caused it. It was bioluminescence caused by phytoplankton spread over a large area and deep in the ocean. 

NASA satellites have detected a mysterious blue-green glow off Australia’s southern coast. The radiant glimmer in the ocean stumped the world at first, but it is only a phytoplankton bloom in the Great Australian Bight and Tasman Sea. What has astonished everyone is that this bioluminescent spectacle is so strong that it can be seen from space. Phytoplankton are marine organisms that are vital for the ocean ecosystems. The observation was first made by NASA’s PACE spacecraft, which saw the glow between mainland Australia and Tasmania. Scientists used the advanced Ocean Color Instrument to document the turquoise glow in the ocean, Sustainability Times reported. But this was not the only time it was seen from space. The Suomi NPP previously noted the bioluminescence in 2023, followed by the Aqua satellites in 2024. Repeated occurrences of this marine phenomenon helped scientists notice the pattern it follows and how it changes according to seasons. Also Read: Ghostly silence from blue whales is an ominous sign for the world The phytoplankton in the sea has high concentrations of chlorophyll a, leading to the turquoise glow. It is essential for photosynthesis and as this enables these tiny organisms to thrive in the ocean’s photic zone. As marine life decays in the ocean, it releases nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, which are absorbed by phytoplankton with the help of sunlight. The reason why this bloom is visible from space is that it goes approximately to a depth of 500 feet and is spread along the shelf break, according to Oceanographer Jochen Kaempf from Flinders University. Besides the green filaments, there are blue hues present, probably from sediment disturbance in shallower areas. It is also possible that different phytoplankton species are present in the ocean. Also Read: Between Japan and Alaska, a dark alien world at 31,000 feet has stunned scientists. Here's why Importance of Phytoplankton The region where this bioluminescence was seen witnesses turbulent currents and is a crucial maritime route that leads to Port Phillip Bay. Phytoplankton glow is not a new phenomenon. It has been observed in several marine systems across the world. But today, advanced satellite imagery helps take a better look at it and understand the dynamics of marine life and the world's oceans. Besides, the technology offers an insight into the oceanographic dynamics of this region. Phytoplankton blooms are proof that several complex processes occur in the oceans.

NASA saw a bright glow in the seas near Australia from space and was intrigued by what caused it. It was bioluminescence caused by phytoplankton spread over a large area and deep in the ocean.&nbsp;

NASA captured mysterious glow off Australia from space. It turned out to be...

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would seek the death penalty for murders in Washington, as part of a crackdown on what he calls out-of-control crime in the US capital."If somebody kills somebody in the capital, Washington DC, we're going to be seeking the death penalty," Trump said at a cabinet meeting in the White House."It's a very strong preventative and everybody that's heard it agrees with it," Trump said at a cabinet meeting.The death penalty move comes after Republican Trump deployed the National Guard to Democrat-run Washington and took federal control of the city's police department earlier this month.Washington -- formally known as the District of Columbia -- abolished the death penalty in 1981.The US capital has a unique legal status as it is not a state and operates under a relationship with the federal government that limits its autonomy and grants Congress extraordinary control over local matters.Trump used this loophole to send the National Guard into Washington earlier this month to combat what he said was runaway crime and homelessness.On Monday he boasted of a days-long streak without murders in the city and said he was also taking steps to beautify the capital, which is home to the White House, the US Capitol and other key institutions.National Guard troops began carrying weapons in Washington on Sunday.Trump says he is considering similar moves for other Democrat-run cities including Chicago, New York and Baltimore.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.&nbsp;

Following his federal takeover of Washington's police department, President Donald Trump has announced his administration will seek the death penalty for all murder cases in the US capital.

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would seek the death penalty for murders in Washington, as part of a crackdown on what he calls out-of-control crime in the US capital. "If somebody kills somebody in the capital, Washington DC, we're going to be seeking the death penalty," Trump said at a cabinet meeting in the White House. "It's a very strong preventative and everybody that's heard it agrees with it," Trump said at a cabinet meeting. The death penalty move comes after Republican Trump deployed the National Guard to Democrat-run Washington and took federal control of the city's police department earlier this month. Washington -- formally known as the District of Columbia -- abolished the death penalty in 1981. The US capital has a unique legal status as it is not a state and operates under a relationship with the federal government that limits its autonomy and grants Congress extraordinary control over local matters. Trump used this loophole to send the National Guard into Washington earlier this month to combat what he said was runaway crime and homelessness. On Monday he boasted of a days-long streak without murders in the city and said he was also taking steps to beautify the capital, which is home to the White House, the US Capitol and other key institutions. National Guard troops began carrying weapons in Washington on Sunday. Trump says he is considering similar moves for other Democrat-run cities including Chicago, New York and Baltimore. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Following his federal takeover of Washington's police department, President Donald Trump has announced his administration will seek the death penalty for all murder cases in the US capital.

Trump vows death penalty for murders in Washington DC, reiterates crime ‘out of control’

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Aug 26) told his advisers that he wanted to move quickly to announce a nominee to replace Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing people in the know. Trump also provided reporters proof of his impatience in replacing Cook as he told them at the White House, "We have some very good people for that position". However, the Fed reserve governor won't go down that easily. Also on Tuesday, Cook's attorney, Abbe Lowell, announced that his team was filing a lawsuit challenging Trump's attempt to fire her. On Monday evening, Trump shared on Truth Social a letter he had sent to Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, firing her. In what marks the latest escalation in Trump's attack on the central bank's independence, the POTUS, in his letter, told Cook he was removing her from her position "effective immediately".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-why-trump-fired-fed-governor-lisa-cook-and-why-she-says-he-can-t-what-does-the-us-constitution-say-1756186283292">Explained | Why Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook — and why she says he can't. Here's what US Constitution&nbsp;says</a><h2>Who does Trump want to replace Cook with?</h2>According to the WSJ report, Trump has said that he might appoint loyalist Stephen Miran to replace cook. Miran, an economic adviser close to Trump, was appointed to fill a different seat on the Fed's board. His term expires in January. Meanwhile, the term for Cook's seat would expire in 2038 and Trump said, "We might switch him to the other—it's a longer term".However, Miran is not the only contender for Cook's post. Citing anonymous people, the report adds that former World Bank Group President David Malpass, a close ally of the president, is also in the running. Malpass earlier criticised the Federal Reserve for not lowering interest rates, a sentiment trump shares. It is also reported that Malpass could also take Miran's current post if the latter replaces Cook.&nbsp;<h2>Cook files lawsuit against Trump</h2>In a statement to CNN, Cook's attorney Lowell insisted that Trump has "no authority" to fire Cook. "His attempt to fire her, based solely on a referral letter, lacks any factual or legal basis. We will be filing a lawsuit challenging this illegal action," he said. &nbsp;<h2>Why did Trump fire Cook?</h2>Trump, in the full text of his letter to Cook, stated that he has "determined that there is sufficient cause" in the allegations against her to fire her. “At a minimum, the conduct at issue exhibits the sort of gross negligence in financial transactions that calls into question your competence and trustworthiness as a financial regulator,” he added in his letter.However, reports suggest that Cook's ignoring Trump's demands for lower interest rates could be behind the move. As per the Guardian, Cook's removal — a Joe Biden appointment — &nbsp;would allow Trump to bring in a replacement that would essentially give him more control of the federal policy.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-fires-biden-appointee-fed-governor-lisa-cook-claims-sufficient-cause-of-mortgage-fraud-what-it-means-1756177933327">Trump fires Biden appointee Fed Governor Lisa Cook; claims 'sufficient cause' of mortgage fraud. What it means</a><h2>What are the allegations against Cook?</h2>The attack on Cook was led by Trump loyalist Bill Pulte, who was appointed by the POTUS to lead the US Federal Housing Finance Agency. He alleged that the federal officer had claimed two different properties as her primary residences while obtaining mortgages in 2021. On X, Pulte wrote, "How can this woman be in charge of interest rates if she is allegedly lying to help her own interest rates?" while referring the case to the Department of Justice for investigation.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-fires-biden-appointed-fed-governor-lisa-cook-over-fraud-accusations-1756184377055/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-fires-biden-appointed-fed-governor-lisa-cook-over-fraud-accusations-1756184377055/embed</a>&nbsp;

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's team has announced plans to sue President Donald Trump after he fired her. Trump, who cited allegations of mortgage fraud as "sufficient cause" for the dismissal, has already named potential nominees to replace Cook.


US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Aug 26) told his advisers that he wanted to move quickly to announce a nominee to replace Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing people in the know. Trump also provided reporters proof of his impatience in replacing Cook as he told them at the White House, "We have some very good people for that position". However, the Fed reserve governor won't go down that easily. Also on Tuesday, Cook's attorney, Abbe Lowell, announced that his team was filing a lawsuit challenging Trump's attempt to fire her. On Monday evening, Trump shared on Truth Social a letter he had sent to Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, firing her. In what marks the latest escalation in Trump's attack on the central bank's independence, the POTUS, in his letter, told Cook he was removing her from her position "effective immediately". Also read | Explained | Why Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook — and why she says he can't. Here's what US Constitution says Who does Trump want to replace Cook with? According to the WSJ report, Trump has said that he might appoint loyalist Stephen Miran to replace cook. Miran, an economic adviser close to Trump, was appointed to fill a different seat on the Fed's board. His term expires in January. Meanwhile, the term for Cook's seat would expire in 2038 and Trump said, "We might switch him to the other—it's a longer term". However, Miran is not the only contender for Cook's post. Citing anonymous people, the report adds that former World Bank Group President David Malpass, a close ally of the president, is also in the running. Malpass earlier criticised the Federal Reserve for not lowering interest rates, a sentiment trump shares. It is also reported that Malpass could also take Miran's current post if the latter replaces Cook. Cook files lawsuit against Trump In a statement to CNN, Cook's attorney Lowell insisted that Trump has "no authority" to fire Cook. "His attempt to fire her, based solely on a referral letter, lacks any factual or legal basis. We will be filing a lawsuit challenging this illegal action," he said. Why did Trump fire Cook? Trump, in the full text of his letter to Cook, stated that he has "determined that there is sufficient cause" in the allegations against her to fire her. “At a minimum, the conduct at issue exhibits the sort of gross negligence in financial transactions that calls into question your competence and trustworthiness as a financial regulator,” he added in his letter. However, reports suggest that Cook's ignoring Trump's demands for lower interest rates could be behind the move. As per the Guardian, Cook's removal — a Joe Biden appointment — would allow Trump to bring in a replacement that would essentially give him more control of the federal policy. Also read | Trump fires Biden appointee Fed Governor Lisa Cook; claims 'sufficient cause' of mortgage fraud. What it means What are the allegations against Cook? The attack on Cook was led by Trump loyalist Bill Pulte, who was appointed by the POTUS to lead the US Federal Housing Finance Agency. He alleged that the federal officer had claimed two different properties as her primary residences while obtaining mortgages in 2021. On X, Pulte wrote, "How can this woman be in charge of interest rates if she is allegedly lying to help her own interest rates?" while referring the case to the Department of Justice for investigation. https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-fires-biden-appointed-fed-governor-lisa-cook-over-fraud-accusations-1756184377055/embed

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's team has announced plans to sue President Donald Trump after he fired her. Trump, who cited allegations of mortgage fraud as "sufficient cause" for the dismissal, has already named potential nominees to replace Cook.

Trump reveals who could replace Fed Governor Lisa Cook as she readies to battle firing in court

It might surprise you: Generation Z, often portrayed as digital natives who would rather work from a beach, is going back to the office — because they want to. In case you didn't notice, Gen Z workers — especially influencers and those in the early stages of their careers — are often lonelier when working remotely. They are actively seeking in-person environments to access more social support, mentorship, and personal development. This is a surprising twist in workplace trends: a growing number of Gen Z workers are opting for cubicles over cosy bedrooms. They are seeking work from office or hybrid options after five years of remote work, largely triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and enabled by technology.<h2>Loneliness is a great motivator for Gen Z</h2>Loneliness at home is fuelling the desire for office life, say multiple recent studies. A recent Bupa survey of 8,000 UK adults found that four in 10 Gen Z workers feel lonely or socially isolated when working from home — significantly more than any other generation.<h2>Influencers are loneliest: surprising insight from recent surveys of Gen Z</h2>A striking finding from the same Bupa study was that nearly half of the influencers it surveyed reported feeling lonely, and about one in three plan to return to full-time traditional jobs within the next five years. Many remote content creators and digital freelancers — who one might assume enjoy the most freedom — are reportedly the loneliest of all.“I specifically applied for roles with a physical office where I have supportive colleagues, can socialise at lunchtimes and meet friends in the evenings,” said one Gen Z worker, quoted in The Guardian.According to the Bupa study, 45 per cent of young adults are actively looking for roles that offer more social interaction, compared to 27 per cent across all age groups.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gen-z-facing-severe-job-crisis-gravitas-1755715423790/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/gen-z-facing-severe-job-crisis-gravitas-1755715423790/embed</a><h2>The osmosis Gen Z is missing: even observing colleagues matters</h2>Recent reports have highlighted how informal interactions — observing colleagues, spontaneous conversations, or after-work socialising — play a crucial role in career development. These are often absent in fully remote work setups.There’s developmental value in being in an office, especially for Gen Z. Being around more experienced peers allows them to learn by osmosis — an opportunity they miss when working remotely full time.<h2>Gen Z is leading a hybrid return to the office</h2>Contrary to stereotypes, Gen Z is actually leading the charge back to office spaces. According to the Financial Times, workers under 24 average 3.1 days in the office per week, compared to 2.5–2.7 days for older generations.Their preferred setup? A hybrid model. On average, Gen Z workers would like 2.6 days per week in the office. However, the return isn’t without complications. While 27 per cent feel more connected in the office, 21 per cent also report financial stress related to commuting and other in-office costs.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/gen-z-trends-how-does-gen-z-navigate-news-overflow-736548">Gen Z Trends: How does Gen Z navigate news overflow</a><h2>Gen Z has had enough of working from home?</h2>A Harris Poll found that 91 per cent of Gen Z workers want a balance between virtual and in-person work, while 89 per cent of them believe that relationships built through in-person events give them greater confidence in their careers.A Gallup survey data supports this: only 23 per cent of Gen Z workers prefer fully remote work — the lowest preference across all generations. In terms of productivity, 37 per cent said they perform best remotely, 32 per cent in the office, while 31 per cent said location doesn’t matter.<h2>What Gen Z feels they're missing when working from home</h2>Besides loneliness, the key drawbacks cited by Gen Z workers include missing out on mentorship, visibility, learning opportunities, and long-term career growth. Most surveys showed that the majority of Gen Z prefer a hybrid model that balances flexibility with meaningful in-person interactions.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-the-gen-z-influence-revolutionizing-fashion--beauty-775494">The Gen-Z Influence: Revolutionizing fashion &amp; beauty</a><h2>Gen Z remote work is affecting mental health</h2>A Ringover survey found that 79.4 per cent of 18–26-year-olds feel lonely at work. Of these, remote workers reported loneliness 98 per cent more often than office workers, and 179 per cent more than hybrid workers.Another survey across the US and UK, featured on Workplace Insight, showed that 67 per cent of 18–34-year-olds struggle to make friends while working from home, and 81 per cent said they would feel more isolated if full-time remote work continued.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gen-z-are-ditching-phones-and-books-while-travelling-to-tackle-back-to-office-mandate-9029308">Gen Z is 'barebacking' to tackle back to office mandate</a><h2>Trapped in rooms: the emotional toll</h2>A poignant example comes from a Business Insider interview with Gen Z workers. “I just felt like I was almost trapped between these four walls,” said one respondent.Many young workers shared that returning to shared workspaces improved their morale, productivity, observational learning, and ambition.Still, flexibility remains central to Gen Z’s work preferences.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/why-gen-z-are-finding-it-harder-than-ever-to-land-first-job-graduate-unemployment-hits-37-year-high-in-us-1755606828918">Why Gen Z are finding it harder than ever to land first job? Graduate unemployment hits 37-year high in US</a><h2>What do Gen Z’s work preferences mean for employers?</h2>The new generation's approach is forcing employers to rethink the role of the office — not as a place for surveillance, but one of support, community, and growth.Several companies are now experimenting with “anchor days,” structured mentorship, and cohort-based hiring, in order to provide the interaction and guidance that Gen Z craves.While flexibility still holds value, it’s increasingly clear that for the youngest workers, human connection is more important than convenience.

In a surprise twist to work culture, Gen Z is leading a shift back to the office, driven by loneliness, lack of mentorship, and limited growth in remote roles. Are they not preferring to be digital nomads anymore? Here is what recent studies have found

It might surprise you: Generation Z, often portrayed as digital natives who would rather work from a beach, is going back to the office — because they want to. In case you didn't notice, Gen Z workers — especially influencers and those in the early stages of their careers — are often lonelier when working remotely. They are actively seeking in-person environments to access more social support, mentorship, and personal development. This is a surprising twist in workplace trends: a growing number of Gen Z workers are opting for cubicles over cosy bedrooms. They are seeking work from office or hybrid options after five years of remote work, largely triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and enabled by technology. Loneliness is a great motivator for Gen Z Loneliness at home is fuelling the desire for office life, say multiple recent studies. A recent Bupa survey of 8,000 UK adults found that four in 10 Gen Z workers feel lonely or socially isolated when working from home — significantly more than any other generation. Influencers are loneliest: surprising insight from recent surveys of Gen Z A striking finding from the same Bupa study was that nearly half of the influencers it surveyed reported feeling lonely, and about one in three plan to return to full-time traditional jobs within the next five years. Many remote content creators and digital freelancers — who one might assume enjoy the most freedom — are reportedly the loneliest of all. “I specifically applied for roles with a physical office where I have supportive colleagues, can socialise at lunchtimes and meet friends in the evenings,” said one Gen Z worker, quoted in The Guardian. According to the Bupa study, 45 per cent of young adults are actively looking for roles that offer more social interaction, compared to 27 per cent across all age groups. https://www.wionews.com/videos/gen-z-facing-severe-job-crisis-gravitas-1755715423790/embed The osmosis Gen Z is missing: even observing colleagues matters Recent reports have highlighted how informal interactions — observing colleagues, spontaneous conversations, or after-work socialising — play a crucial role in career development. These are often absent in fully remote work setups. There’s developmental value in being in an office, especially for Gen Z. Being around more experienced peers allows them to learn by osmosis — an opportunity they miss when working remotely full time. Gen Z is leading a hybrid return to the office Contrary to stereotypes, Gen Z is actually leading the charge back to office spaces. According to the Financial Times, workers under 24 average 3.1 days in the office per week, compared to 2.5–2.7 days for older generations. Their preferred setup? A hybrid model. On average, Gen Z workers would like 2.6 days per week in the office. However, the return isn’t without complications. While 27 per cent feel more connected in the office, 21 per cent also report financial stress related to commuting and other in-office costs. Also read: Gen Z Trends: How does Gen Z navigate news overflow Gen Z has had enough of working from home? A Harris Poll found that 91 per cent of Gen Z workers want a balance between virtual and in-person work, while 89 per cent of them believe that relationships built through in-person events give them greater confidence in their careers. A Gallup survey data supports this: only 23 per cent of Gen Z workers prefer fully remote work — the lowest preference across all generations. In terms of productivity, 37 per cent said they perform best remotely, 32 per cent in the office, while 31 per cent said location doesn’t matter. What Gen Z feels they're missing when working from home Besides loneliness, the key drawbacks cited by Gen Z workers include missing out on mentorship, visibility, learning opportunities, and long-term career growth. Most surveys showed that the majority of Gen Z prefer a hybrid model that balances flexibility with meaningful in-person interactions. Also read: The Gen-Z Influence: Revolutionizing fashion & beauty Gen Z remote work is affecting mental health A Ringover survey found that 79.4 per cent of 18–26-year-olds feel lonely at work. Of these, remote workers reported loneliness 98 per cent more often than office workers, and 179 per cent more than hybrid workers. Another survey across the US and UK, featured on Workplace Insight, showed that 67 per cent of 18–34-year-olds struggle to make friends while working from home, and 81 per cent said they would feel more isolated if full-time remote work continued. Also read: Gen Z is 'barebacking' to tackle back to office mandate Trapped in rooms: the emotional toll A poignant example comes from a Business Insider interview with Gen Z workers. “I just felt like I was almost trapped between these four walls,” said one respondent. Many young workers shared that returning to shared workspaces improved their morale, productivity, observational learning, and ambition. Still, flexibility remains central to Gen Z’s work preferences. Also read: Why Gen Z are finding it harder than ever to land first job? Graduate unemployment hits 37-year high in US What do Gen Z’s work preferences mean for employers? The new generation's approach is forcing employers to rethink the role of the office — not as a place for surveillance, but one of support, community, and growth. Several companies are now experimenting with “anchor days,” structured mentorship, and cohort-based hiring, in order to provide the interaction and guidance that Gen Z craves. While flexibility still holds value, it’s increasingly clear that for the youngest workers, human connection is more important than convenience.

In a surprise twist to work culture, Gen Z is leading a shift back to the office, driven by loneliness, lack of mentorship, and limited growth in remote roles. Are they not preferring to be digital nomads anymore? Here is what recent studies have found

Gen Z fed up with working from home and wants to return to the office. Really? These studies claim...

California Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday (Aug 26) implied in a post on X that US President Donald Trump may be suffering from dementia, and that too with receipts. This comes as the feud between the two men continues to get more feral every day and as Newsom's renewed the attack on POTUS. After Trump sent federal troops to Los Angeles without the Governor's permission, a move for which Newsom sued the president. In a satirical, yet pointed post clearly targeted at Trump, Newsom even dragged in Grok to stand witness. Here's what happened.<h2>What did Newsom say about Trump and dementia?</h2>It all started with Trump and what he said about 30 minutes into the cabinet meeting at the White House on Tuesday. Taking at Newsom or Governor "Newscum," as the POTUS likes to call him, Trump repeated claims that the federal government had to force California to "turn on the water" after the wildfires that devastated the US state earlier this year.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/taylor-swift-engaged-to-travis-kelce-and-even-trump-is-suddenly-nice-to-her-potus-finds-love-for-popstar-after-months-of-hate-says-this-1756257878135">Taylor Swift engaged to Travis Kelce; POTUS finds love for popstar after months of HATE</a>Re-posting a clip of Trump's ramblings, Newsom added a barb of his own: A screenshot of him asking Elon Musk's AI chatbot, "Do people with dementia repeat false things over and over again?". To this, Grok AI replied in the affirmative, reinforcing the point Newsom was trying to prove and said, "Yes, people with dementia can repeat false statements or beliefs, a behaviour often linked to memory impairments and cognitive changes.""This can manifest as confabulation, where they create or repeat false memories to fill gaps in recollection, or perseveration, where they fixate on a particular idea or statement," added the chatbot.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-why-trump-fired-fed-governor-lisa-cook-and-why-she-says-he-can-t-what-does-the-us-constitution-say-1756186283292">Explained | Why Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook — and why she says he can't. Here's what US Constitution&nbsp;says</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/qZw9UXmBlf">https://t.co/qZw9UXmBlf</a> <a href="https://t.co/CSGyoDXXv7">pic.twitter.com/CSGyoDXXv7</a>&mdash; Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) <a href="https://twitter.com/GavinNewsom/status/1960387243505541553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What is the 'turn on the water' controversy?</h2>Less than two weeks before his inauguration on 20 January 2025, Trump wrongly sought to blame Newsom and the California administration for water shortages and, in turn, exacerbated the wildfires in Los Angeles. He alleged that Newsom “refused to sign the water restoration declaration put before him that would have allowed millions of gallons of water,” to protect an “essentially worthless fish called a smelt”. However, the claim was fact-checked by AFP at the time, which reported that much of Los Angeles' water supply comes from the Colorado River, with agriculture being the primary consumer.Subsequently, Trump claimed that the US military entered California and "turned on the water."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-just-dance-vance-newsom-taunts-trump-s-vp-jd-vance-with-new-nickname-says-not-even-his-eyeliner-lines-1755506542466">'Just Dance Vance': Newsom taunts Trump's VP JD Vance with new nickname, says 'Not even his eyeliner lines…'</a>"The United States Military just entered the Great State of California and, under Emergency Powers, TURNED ON THE WATER flowing abundantly from the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. The days of putting a Fake Environmental argument, over the PEOPLE, are OVER. Enjoy the water, California!!!" said Trump on Truth social. This claim, which was fact-checked by the California Department of Water Resources which asserted that "the military did not enter California". &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

California Governor Gavin Newsom has stepped up his feud with President Donald Trump, posting on X a pointed question to Grok about dementia. The move comes after Trump repeated a false claim that he had to force California to "turn on the water" to fight wildfires. Scroll down for more.

California Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday (Aug 26) implied in a post on X that US President Donald Trump may be suffering from dementia, and that too with receipts. This comes as the feud between the two men continues to get more feral every day and as Newsom's renewed the attack on POTUS. After Trump sent federal troops to Los Angeles without the Governor's permission, a move for which Newsom sued the president. In a satirical, yet pointed post clearly targeted at Trump, Newsom even dragged in Grok to stand witness. Here's what happened. What did Newsom say about Trump and dementia? It all started with Trump and what he said about 30 minutes into the cabinet meeting at the White House on Tuesday. Taking at Newsom or Governor "Newscum," as the POTUS likes to call him, Trump repeated claims that the federal government had to force California to "turn on the water" after the wildfires that devastated the US state earlier this year. Also read | Taylor Swift engaged to Travis Kelce; POTUS finds love for popstar after months of HATE Re-posting a clip of Trump's ramblings, Newsom added a barb of his own: A screenshot of him asking Elon Musk's AI chatbot, "Do people with dementia repeat false things over and over again?". To this, Grok AI replied in the affirmative, reinforcing the point Newsom was trying to prove and said, "Yes, people with dementia can repeat false statements or beliefs, a behaviour often linked to memory impairments and cognitive changes." "This can manifest as confabulation, where they create or repeat false memories to fill gaps in recollection, or perseveration, where they fixate on a particular idea or statement," added the chatbot. Also read | Explained | Why Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook — and why she says he can't. Here's what US Constitution says

California Governor Gavin Newsom has stepped up his feud with President Donald Trump, posting on X a pointed question to Grok about dementia. The move comes after Trump repeated a false claim that he had to force California to "turn on the water" to fight wildfires. Scroll down for more.

California Governor Newsom insinuates Trump has dementia; drags Musk's AI Grok into trolling POTUS

The US-prosposed 50% tariff has been levied on India, which came into effect at 9.30 AM on Wednesday (August 27) morning. Left, right and centre, the Trump administration is out there slapping tariffs on countries exporting goods into America. Of late, it is India's oil trade with Russia that has not gone down well with the US president. He had warned that an additional 25% tariff shall be imposed. Essentially, the 50% will impact $48.2 billion worth of export merchandise. This is likely to impact the exports of garments, jewellery, gems, footwear, furniture and chemicals.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/-peacemaker-trump-profits-extra-10-from-russia-ukraine-war-shifts-blame-to-india-1756232954194/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/-peacemaker-trump-profits-extra-10-from-russia-ukraine-war-shifts-blame-to-india-1756232954194/embed</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;In a draft order, the US Department of Homeland Security said, "The duties…are effective with respect to products of India that are entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 am Eastern Daylight Time on August 27." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/donald-trump-s-tariff-what-will-happen-to-apple-s-made-in-india-iphone-supply-to-us-1756204656047">Donald Trump's tariff: What will happen to Apple's Made-in-India iPhone supply to US?</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The two countries are in discussion about the bilateral trade agreement. On August 25, the US delegation was to be in India, but that has been deferred. When Trump announced tariffs, he was unsparing as even in the world's remotest region – a place ruled by penguins, seals, and birds. Heard and McDonald Islands – the icy archipelago does not have a single human on the land, and the last time people visited is believed to be about a decade ago.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trump administration has been on a tariff-imposing spree. Today, the 50% tariff on India has come into effect. This comes as Washington had warned New Delhi of an additional 25% over oil trade with Russia.

The US-prosposed 50% tariff has been levied on India, which came into effect at 9.30 AM on Wednesday (August 27) morning. Left, right and centre, the Trump administration is out there slapping tariffs on countries exporting goods into America. Of late, it is India's oil trade with Russia that has not gone down well with the US president. He had warned that an additional 25% tariff shall be imposed. Essentially, the 50% will impact $48.2 billion worth of export merchandise. This is likely to impact the exports of garments, jewellery, gems, footwear, furniture and chemicals. https://www.wionews.com/videos/-peacemaker-trump-profits-extra-10-from-russia-ukraine-war-shifts-blame-to-india-1756232954194/embed In a draft order, the US Department of Homeland Security said, "The duties…are effective with respect to products of India that are entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 am Eastern Daylight Time on August 27." Also read: Donald Trump's tariff: What will happen to Apple's Made-in-India iPhone supply to US? The two countries are in discussion about the bilateral trade agreement. On August 25, the US delegation was to be in India, but that has been deferred. When Trump announced tariffs, he was unsparing as even in the world's remotest region – a place ruled by penguins, seals, and birds. Heard and McDonald Islands – the icy archipelago does not have a single human on the land, and the last time people visited is believed to be about a decade ago.

Trump administration has been on a tariff-imposing spree. Today, the 50% tariff on India has come into effect. This comes as Washington had warned New Delhi of an additional 25% over oil trade with Russia.

50% US tariff on India comes into effect, additional 25% levied over Russia oil trade

Donald Trump has made a surprise U-turn on Taylor Swift, calling her a "terrific person" after months of bashing the singer over her support for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. The US president once declared, "I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!" on Truth Social and has repeatedly mocked her in rants since. Just weeks ago, he even claimed credit for what he claimed was a drop in her popularity, bragging that she had been "booed out of the Super Bowl." However, on Tuesday (Aug 28), when Swift announced her engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce, Trump struck a strikingly different tone.<h2>What did Trump say about Taylor Swift</h2>Asked during a cabinet meeting about what one reporter called the "biggest pop culture news of the year," Trump surprised even Vice President JD Vance, who looked braced for another tirade and said, "Well I wish them a lot of luck". He added that he thinks "he's a great player and he's a great guy and I think that she's a terrific person...So I wish them a lot of luck." The comments drew confused laughter from those in the room.Swift revealed her engagement in an Instagram post on Tuesday with the caption: “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” alongside photos of Kelce proposing.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-engaged-every-picture-from-their-romantic-proposal-1756233289947">Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce engaged - every picture from their romantic proposal</a><h2>Trump changes tune on Swift?</h2>The latest statement is a sharp reversal for Trump, who earlier gloated that his attacks had made megastar Taylor Swift "no longer hot." In a signature bizarre rant on Truth Social, 79-year-old Trump, at the time wrote, "Ever since I alerted the world as to what she was by saying on TRUTH that I can’t stand her (HATE!). She was booed out of the Super Bowl and became, NO LONGER HOT."

Still, it must be acknowledged that this isn't the first time the 79-year-old has shown flashes of goodwill toward the couple. When Swift and Kelce first went public in September 2023, Trump told the Daily Caller he hoped "they enjoy their life," ending the nice comment with a snide remark, "maybe not—most likely not."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-satanic-trump-white-house-portrait-sets-internet-on-fire-netizens-call-it-his-most-honest-image-yet-compare-potus-to-hitler-1755752441076">‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler</a>The ‘HATE’ against Swift wasn't limited to Trump. His then right-hand man, Elon Musk, had also courted disgust by taking a cheap shot at Swift for endorsing Harris for US President. In September 2024, when Swift in a post on her official Instagram account, said that she would be voting for Harris in the US presidential elections, Musk took to his social media platform X and said, "Fine Taylor... you win... I will give you a child and guard your cats with my life".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Fine Taylor … you win … I will give you a child and guard your cats with my life&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1833728804579111268?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

What's going on between Donald Trump and Taylor Swift? The US President has a history of trashing the singer and declaring his 'HATE" for her. So why is he now calling her a "terrific person" and wishing her and her fiancé Travis Kelce "a lot of luck"? Scroll on to find out.

Donald Trump has made a surprise U-turn on Taylor Swift, calling her a "terrific person" after months of bashing the singer over her support for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. The US president once declared, "I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!" on Truth Social and has repeatedly mocked her in rants since. Just weeks ago, he even claimed credit for what he claimed was a drop in her popularity, bragging that she had been "booed out of the Super Bowl." However, on Tuesday (Aug 28), when Swift announced her engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce, Trump struck a strikingly different tone. What did Trump say about Taylor Swift Asked during a cabinet meeting about what one reporter called the "biggest pop culture news of the year," Trump surprised even Vice President JD Vance, who looked braced for another tirade and said, "Well I wish them a lot of luck". He added that he thinks "he's a great player and he's a great guy and I think that she's a terrific person...So I wish them a lot of luck." The comments drew confused laughter from those in the room. Swift revealed her engagement in an Instagram post on Tuesday with the caption: “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” alongside photos of Kelce proposing. Also read | Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce engaged - every picture from their romantic proposal Trump changes tune on Swift? The latest statement is a sharp reversal for Trump, who earlier gloated that his attacks had made megastar Taylor Swift "no longer hot." In a signature bizarre rant on Truth Social, 79-year-old Trump, at the time wrote, "Ever since I alerted the world as to what she was by saying on TRUTH that I can’t stand her (HATE!). She was booed out of the Super Bowl and became, NO LONGER HOT."

What's going on between Donald Trump and Taylor Swift? The US President has a history of trashing the singer and declaring his 'HATE" for her. So why is he now calling her a "terrific person" and wishing her and her fiancé Travis Kelce "a lot of luck"? Scroll on to find out.

Taylor Swift engaged to Travis Kelce; Trump finds love for popstar after months of HATE

SpaceX's Starship splashed down in the Indian Ocean after a successful launch off the launchpad in southern Texas on Tuesday (Aug 28) evening. This marks the megarocket's 10th test flight and a crucial step in Elon Musk's push to make humans a multiplanetary species. The 403-foot (123-meter) tall rocket, the most powerful ever built, lifted off from Starbase at 6:30 pm local time (2330 GMT), drawing cheers from SpaceX engineers watching on a live webcast. The flight comes after back-to-back delays: a fuel leak halted Sunday's attempt, and poor weather forced a scrub on Monday.&nbsp;<h2>"Splashdown successful"</h2>On X, SpaceX celebrated its success with a video of the splashdown and the message, "Splashdown confirmed! Congratulations to the entire SpaceX team on an exciting tenth flight test of Starship!"Expectations were high, with the last three missions ending in explosions of the upper stage — two over the Caribbean and one after reaching space. Another upper stage blew up during ground testing in June.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-s-starship-grounded-again-spacex-scraps-texas-launch-for-second-time-in-2-day-1756169269391">Elon Musk’s Starship grounded again: SpaceX scraps Texas launch for second time in 2 days</a><h2>Starship's previous failures</h2>Previously, on Monday (Aug 25), SpaceX had to call off the much-awaited launch of its behemoth rocket due to bad weather. On X, the company said that it was “Standing down from today’s flight test attempt due to weather.” It added that the “Starship team is determining the next best available opportunity to fly”.Less than 24 hours earlier, a separate launch attempt was scrubbed because of a liquid oxygen leak.&nbsp;<h2>Why is Starship so important to Musk?</h2>Starship, stacked on its Super Heavy booster, towers 397 feet (121 meters) and is a behemoth, taller than the Statue of Liberty. It is central to Elon Musk's vision of reusable rockets capable of carrying people to the Moon and Mars. As the world's richest man puts it, “In about 6 or 7 years, there will be days where Starship launches more than 24 times in 24 hours.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/alien-attack-in-november-harvard-scientist-flags-mysterious-object-hurtling-towards-earth-1753526257304">Alien attack in November? Harvard scientists warn mysterious object hurtling towards Earth</a>US President Donald Trump's former DOGE chief, Elon Musk, as per AFP, has pegged SpaceX's entire future to the entirely reusable rocket, planning to eventually phase out the workhorse Falcon rockets in favour of Starship. NASA, too, has tapped it for its first crewed lunar mission since Apollo, tentatively set for 2027. Despite the setbacks, SpaceX is sticking to its "fail fast, learn fast" approach, pushing ahead with test after test. The company has managed to successfully catch Starship's massive lower stage booster with "chopstick" launch tower arms three times.

Musk's Starship finally achieves success: SpaceX rocket completes 10th test flight after multiple failures

SpaceX's Starship splashed down in the Indian Ocean after a successful launch off the launchpad in southern Texas on Tuesday (Aug 28) evening. This marks the megarocket's 10th test flight and a crucial step in Elon Musk's push to make humans a multiplanetary species. The 403-foot (123-meter) tall rocket, the most powerful ever built, lifted off from Starbase at 6:30 pm local time (2330 GMT), drawing cheers from SpaceX engineers watching on a live webcast. The flight comes after back-to-back delays: a fuel leak halted Sunday's attempt, and poor weather forced a scrub on Monday. "Splashdown successful" On X, SpaceX celebrated its success with a video of the splashdown and the message, "Splashdown confirmed! Congratulations to the entire SpaceX team on an exciting tenth flight test of Starship!" Expectations were high, with the last three missions ending in explosions of the upper stage — two over the Caribbean and one after reaching space. Another upper stage blew up during ground testing in June. Also read | Elon Musk’s Starship grounded again: SpaceX scraps Texas launch for second time in 2 days Starship's previous failures Previously, on Monday (Aug 25), SpaceX had to call off the much-awaited launch of its behemoth rocket due to bad weather. On X, the company said that it was “Standing down from today’s flight test attempt due to weather.” It added that the “Starship team is determining the next best available opportunity to fly”. Less than 24 hours earlier, a separate launch attempt was scrubbed because of a liquid oxygen leak. Why is Starship so important to Musk? Starship, stacked on its Super Heavy booster, towers 397 feet (121 meters) and is a behemoth, taller than the Statue of Liberty. It is central to Elon Musk's vision of reusable rockets capable of carrying people to the Moon and Mars. As the world's richest man puts it, “In about 6 or 7 years, there will be days where Starship launches more than 24 times in 24 hours.” Also read | Alien attack in November? Harvard scientists warn mysterious object hurtling towards Earth US President Donald Trump's former DOGE chief, Elon Musk, as per AFP, has pegged SpaceX's entire future to the entirely reusable rocket, planning to eventually phase out the workhorse Falcon rockets in favour of Starship. NASA, too, has tapped it for its first crewed lunar mission since Apollo, tentatively set for 2027. Despite the setbacks, SpaceX is sticking to its "fail fast, learn fast" approach, pushing ahead with test after test. The company has managed to successfully catch Starship's massive lower stage booster with "chopstick" launch tower arms three times.

Musk's Starship finally achieves success: SpaceX rocket completes 10th test flight after multiple failures

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would "end in Gaza." &nbsp;"We will not leave these monsters there, we will release all our hostages, we will ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel,” Netanyahu said during an event organized by the West Bank Settlers' Council in Jerusalem.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-calls-israel-s-justification-of-killing-journalists-baseless-and-an-attempt-to-evade-legal-responsibility-1756239098616">Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility</a> This came after the Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed an Israeli statement that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group. Hamas called the statement "baseless." The militant group said, "Israel attempted to justify this crime by fabricating a false claim that it had targeted a 'camera' belonging to resistance elements -- an allegation that is baseless, lacking any evidence, and merely aimed at evading legal and moral responsibility for a full-fledged massacre."<h2>'There's no conclusion'</h2>US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. “There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time,” Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet.&nbsp;This came a day after the American president said he thought that “within the next two to three weeks, you’re going to have pretty good, conclusive — a conclusive ending.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-calls-israel-s-justification-of-killing-journalists-baseless-and-an-attempt-to-evade-legal-responsibility-1756239098616">Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility</a>&nbsp;Trump added that the conflict in the region goes back “thousands of years.”&nbsp;“There’s nothing conclusive, but hopefully we’re going to have things solved very quickly with regard to Gaza and also with regard to Ukraine and Russia,” the president said.

Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would end in Gaza. He vowed to release all the hostages held by Hamas.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would "end in Gaza." "We will not leave these monsters there, we will release all our hostages, we will ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel,” Netanyahu said during an event organized by the West Bank Settlers' Council in Jerusalem. Also read: Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility This came after the Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed an Israeli statement that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group. Hamas called the statement "baseless." The militant group said, "Israel attempted to justify this crime by fabricating a false claim that it had targeted a 'camera' belonging to resistance elements -- an allegation that is baseless, lacking any evidence, and merely aimed at evading legal and moral responsibility for a full-fledged massacre." 'There's no conclusion' US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. “There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time,” Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet. This came a day after the American president said he thought that “within the next two to three weeks, you’re going to have pretty good, conclusive — a conclusive ending.” Also read: Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility Trump added that the conflict in the region goes back “thousands of years.” “There’s nothing conclusive, but hopefully we’re going to have things solved very quickly with regard to Gaza and also with regard to Ukraine and Russia,” the president said.

Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would "end in Gaza." He vowed to release all the hostages held by Hamas.

War started in Gaza, will end in Gaza: Netanyahu

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 26) that he likes it when students from China and other countries come to study at US universities. He said that if they stop coming, the American college system would come to an end. With this statement, the American president appeared to back off his administration’s plans to “aggressively revoke visas for Chinese students,” a move that, he said, came as US relations with China have improved.&nbsp;“We’re getting along very well with China, and I’m getting along very well with President Xi. I think it’s very insulting to say students can’t come here," Trump said. “I like that their students come here. I like that other countries’ students come here. And you know what would happen if they didn’t? Our college system would go to hell very quickly," the American president added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexican-drug-lord-el-mayo-zambada-pleads-guilty-in-us-pam-bondi-says-he-ll-die-in-jail-where-he-belongs-1756162459516">Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ Zambada pleads guilty in US, Pam Bondi says he’ll die in jail where he ‘belongs’</a> This came just a day after the American president warned that China would have to face 200 per cent tariff from US. Trump issued a stern warning to China on Monday (August 25), stating that either they provide America with magnets or face a 200 per cent tariff. "We have to charge them 200% tariff or something," Trump said amid a trade dispute between the two nations. China is becoming increasingly sensitive about its control over rare earths and the supply chain.&nbsp;The announcement came during Trump’s meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Washington. "At some point, probably during this year or shortly thereafter, we’ll go to China," Trump said. "We’re going to have a great relationship with China," he added.&nbsp;The American president further said, “They have some cards. We have incredible cards, but I don’t want to play those cards. If I played those cards, that would destroy China.”

Donald Trump said that he likes it when students from China and other countries come to study at US universities. He said that if they stop coming, the American college system would come to an end.

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 26) that he likes it when students from China and other countries come to study at US universities. He said that if they stop coming, the American college system would come to an end. With this statement, the American president appeared to back off his administration’s plans to “aggressively revoke visas for Chinese students,” a move that, he said, came as US relations with China have improved. “We’re getting along very well with China, and I’m getting along very well with President Xi. I think it’s very insulting to say students can’t come here," Trump said. “I like that their students come here. I like that other countries’ students come here. And you know what would happen if they didn’t? Our college system would go to hell very quickly," the American president added. Also read: Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ Zambada pleads guilty in US, Pam Bondi says he’ll die in jail where he ‘belongs’ This came just a day after the American president warned that China would have to face 200 per cent tariff from US. Trump issued a stern warning to China on Monday (August 25), stating that either they provide America with magnets or face a 200 per cent tariff. "We have to charge them 200% tariff or something," Trump said amid a trade dispute between the two nations. China is becoming increasingly sensitive about its control over rare earths and the supply chain. The announcement came during Trump’s meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Washington. "At some point, probably during this year or shortly thereafter, we’ll go to China," Trump said. "We’re going to have a great relationship with China," he added. The American president further said, “They have some cards. We have incredible cards, but I don’t want to play those cards. If I played those cards, that would destroy China.”

Donald Trump said that he likes it when students from China and other countries come to study at US universities. He said that if they stop coming, the American college system would come to an end.

'I like that their students come here': Trump says US colleges 'would go to hell' without Chinese students

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. “There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time,” Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet.&nbsp;This came a day after the American president said he thought that “within the next two to three weeks, you’re going to have pretty good, conclusive — a conclusive ending.”&nbsp;Trump added that the conflict in the region goes back “thousands of years.”&nbsp;“There’s nothing conclusive, but hopefully we’re going to have things solved very quickly with regard to Gaza and also with regard to Ukraine and Russia,” the president said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexican-drug-lord-el-mayo-zambada-pleads-guilty-in-us-pam-bondi-says-he-ll-die-in-jail-where-he-belongs-1756162459516">Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ Zambada pleads guilty in US, Pam Bondi says he’ll die in jail where he ‘belongs’</a> Meanwhile, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would "end in Gaza." &nbsp;"We will not leave these monsters there, we will release all our hostages, we will ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel,” Netanyahu said during an event organized by the West Bank Settlers' Council in Jerusalem.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-calls-israel-s-justification-of-killing-journalists-baseless-and-an-attempt-to-evade-legal-responsibility-1756239098616">Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility</a> This came after the Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed an Israeli statement that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group. Hamas called the statement "baseless." The militant group said, "Israel attempted to justify this crime by fabricating a false claim that it had targeted a 'camera' belonging to resistance elements -- an allegation that is baseless, lacking any evidence, and merely aimed at evading legal and moral responsibility for a full-fledged massacre."

 Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time, Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet.

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. “There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time,” Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet. This came a day after the American president said he thought that “within the next two to three weeks, you’re going to have pretty good, conclusive — a conclusive ending.” Trump added that the conflict in the region goes back “thousands of years.” “There’s nothing conclusive, but hopefully we’re going to have things solved very quickly with regard to Gaza and also with regard to Ukraine and Russia,” the president said. Also read: Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ Zambada pleads guilty in US, Pam Bondi says he’ll die in jail where he ‘belongs’ Meanwhile, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would "end in Gaza." "We will not leave these monsters there, we will release all our hostages, we will ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel,” Netanyahu said during an event organized by the West Bank Settlers' Council in Jerusalem. Also read: Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility This came after the Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed an Israeli statement that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group. Hamas called the statement "baseless." The militant group said, "Israel attempted to justify this crime by fabricating a false claim that it had targeted a 'camera' belonging to resistance elements -- an allegation that is baseless, lacking any evidence, and merely aimed at evading legal and moral responsibility for a full-fledged massacre."

&nbsp;Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. “There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time,” Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet.

Trump says 'there's no conclusion' of Israel's war in Gaza

Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed an Israeli statement on Tuesday (August 27) that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group. Hamas called the statement "baseless." The militant group said, "Israel attempted to justify this crime by fabricating a false claim that it had targeted a 'camera' belonging to resistance elements -- an allegation that is baseless, lacking any evidence, and merely aimed at evading legal and moral responsibility for a full-fledged massacre."<h2>'War started in Gaza, will end in Gaza'</h2>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would "end in Gaza." &nbsp;"We will not leave these monsters there, we will release all our hostages, we will ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel,” Netanyahu said during an event organized by the West Bank Settlers' Council in Jerusalem.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-calls-israel-s-justification-of-killing-journalists-baseless-and-an-attempt-to-evade-legal-responsibility-1756239098616">Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility</a>&nbsp;<h2>'There's no conclusion'</h2>US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. “There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time,” Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet.&nbsp;This came a day after the American president said he thought that “within the next two to three weeks, you’re going to have pretty good, conclusive — a conclusive ending.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-calls-israel-s-justification-of-killing-journalists-baseless-and-an-attempt-to-evade-legal-responsibility-1756239098616">Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility</a>&nbsp;Trump added that the conflict in the region goes back “thousands of years.”&nbsp;“There’s nothing conclusive, but hopefully we’re going to have things solved very quickly with regard to Gaza and also with regard to Ukraine and Russia,” the president said.

 Hamas slammed an Israeli statement that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group.

Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed an Israeli statement on Tuesday (August 27) that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group. Hamas called the statement "baseless." The militant group said, "Israel attempted to justify this crime by fabricating a false claim that it had targeted a 'camera' belonging to resistance elements -- an allegation that is baseless, lacking any evidence, and merely aimed at evading legal and moral responsibility for a full-fledged massacre." 'War started in Gaza, will end in Gaza' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday (August 26) that the ongoing war started in Gaza and would "end in Gaza." "We will not leave these monsters there, we will release all our hostages, we will ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel,” Netanyahu said during an event organized by the West Bank Settlers' Council in Jerusalem. Also read: Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility 'There's no conclusion' US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (August 27) that there was no conclusion to the war in Gaza. “There’s no conclusive. It’s been going on for a long time,” Trump told reporters during a meeting with his cabinet. This came a day after the American president said he thought that “within the next two to three weeks, you’re going to have pretty good, conclusive — a conclusive ending.” Also read: Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility Trump added that the conflict in the region goes back “thousands of years.” “There’s nothing conclusive, but hopefully we’re going to have things solved very quickly with regard to Gaza and also with regard to Ukraine and Russia,” the president said.

&nbsp;Hamas slammed an Israeli statement that said that a strike on a Gaza hospital that killed several journalists was aimed at a camera operated by the militant group. Hamas called the statement "baseless."&nbsp;

Hamas calls Israel’s justification of killing journalists ‘baseless’ and an attempt to evade legal responsibility

US President Donald Trump renewed his threat to Russia, saying he will impose economic penalties on the country if Vladimir Putin refuses a Ukraine ceasefire deal.&nbsp;“It will not be a world war but it will be an economic war,” Trump said on Tuesday (August 26) of the actions that he may eventually take. “It’s going to be bad for Russia," he added. Although he did not &nbsp;set any fresh timetable for following through.&nbsp;But he quickly added that he didn’t want to impose new sanctions or tariffs aimed at hurting the Russian economy, expressing hope that there was still a path toward brokering a deal to end the war.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/supreme-court-s-major-verdict-allows-trump-to-cut-around-800mn-of-research-funding-in-anti-dei-push-1755811728794">Supreme Court's major verdict - Allows Trump to cut around $800mn of research funding in anti-DEI push</a> Trump also said &nbsp;it takes "two people t tango". He said, "you got to get them together." The American president added that his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, "isn not exactly innocent either."&nbsp;"It’s no different than the worst wars that I’ve ever seen, and if I can stop it – because I have a certain power or a certain relationship – I had a very good relationship with President Putin, very, very good. That’s a positive thing again," Trump said.&nbsp;Moreover, the president kept his answer short and snappy when asked about Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov’s comments that Russia wasn’t interested in a long-term peace deal with Ukraine. “Doesn’t matter what they say. Everybody’s posturing. It’s all bullshit,” Trump said.<h2>Zelensky says Putin is avoiding meeting him</h2>Zelensky accused his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on Thursday (August 21) of not wanting to meet him, as he is willing to continue the ongoing war. He said that Putin is avoiding the "necessity" of holding a meeting between the two countries' leaders despite US-led efforts to arrange such a summit to try to end the war.

US President Donald Trump renewed his threat to Russia, saying he will impose economic penalties on the country if Vladimir Putin refuses a Ukraine ceasefire deal.

US President Donald Trump renewed his threat to Russia, saying he will impose economic penalties on the country if Vladimir Putin refuses a Ukraine ceasefire deal. “It will not be a world war but it will be an economic war,” Trump said on Tuesday (August 26) of the actions that he may eventually take. “It’s going to be bad for Russia," he added. Although he did not set any fresh timetable for following through. But he quickly added that he didn’t want to impose new sanctions or tariffs aimed at hurting the Russian economy, expressing hope that there was still a path toward brokering a deal to end the war. Also read: Supreme Court's major verdict - Allows Trump to cut around $800mn of research funding in anti-DEI push Trump also said it takes "two people t tango". He said, "you got to get them together." The American president added that his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, "isn not exactly innocent either." "It’s no different than the worst wars that I’ve ever seen, and if I can stop it – because I have a certain power or a certain relationship – I had a very good relationship with President Putin, very, very good. That’s a positive thing again," Trump said. Moreover, the president kept his answer short and snappy when asked about Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov’s comments that Russia wasn’t interested in a long-term peace deal with Ukraine. “Doesn’t matter what they say. Everybody’s posturing. It’s all bullshit,” Trump said. Zelensky says Putin is avoiding meeting him Zelensky accused his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on Thursday (August 21) of not wanting to meet him, as he is willing to continue the ongoing war. He said that Putin is avoiding the "necessity" of holding a meeting between the two countries' leaders despite US-led efforts to arrange such a summit to try to end the war.

US President Donald Trump renewed his threat to Russia, saying he will impose economic penalties on the country if Vladimir Putin refuses a Ukraine ceasefire deal.

'Won't be world war but an economic war': Trump threatens Russia with penalties over Ukraine deal refusal

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