Israel legitimacy in Gaza
On israel’s northern border with Lebanon, in the Upper Galilee, the air is heavy with acrid smoke as shelling ignites forest fires. Every hour or so, Hizbullah missiles explode inside the border, and Israel launches a counter-barrage aimed at the Iran-backed militia. This is a country poised for war. To the east Israel is bombing
iPhone 15 scammers
The launch of the iPhone 15 series last month was soon overshadowed by users reporting heating issues, particularly with the Pro models. Opportunistic scammers were quick to exploit these issues, promising a solution to the problem while posing as official staff from carriers. The fraudsters contact unsuspecting iPhone 15 owners under the disguise of Verizon
Tensions in South China Sea
The United States, a longstanding ally of the Philippines, has vociferously condemned the actions of the Chinese ships. The U.S. has pledged its unwavering support to the Philippines, vowing to protect its sovereignty and uphold the principles of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. In a hair-raising escalation that threatens to fan the flames of
Escalating Conflict in Sevastopol
The conflict, once confined to the borders of Crimea, has spilled over into airborne attacks and maritime battles. The Russian fleet valiantly repelled an assault by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, defending not only their ships but also their territorial integrity. In the heart of the Black Sea, the city of Sevastopol in Ukraine has become
Patriarchal societies
The term ‘patriarchy’ is used by various sociological theories to describe a system of social relationships, values, norms and behaviour patterns that are predominantly shaped by men and which encourage a privileged position for men. Patriarchal society is the oldest in all societies and in most the cultures, men do not understand what women face
Call of Duty-maker Activision Blizzard take over deal completed
After the competition watchdog blocked the takeover earlier this year, Microsoft’s president Brad Smith hit out at the CMA’s decision, which it said was “bad for Britain” and contradicted “the ambitions of the UK to become an attractive country to build technology businesses”. It has proved controversial and received a mixed response from regulators around
Hamas Taking drone warfare
Hamas wreaked serious strategic damage on the Israel Defense Forces in its October 7 attacks, which killed more than 1,400 people. Hamas is classified by the United States, the European Union, Israel and some Arab states as a terrorist organization. Russia’s war on Ukraine marked a new milestone in drone warfare. Remodeled commercial drones deemed
Russia suspended from Egmont Group
The Egmont Group, a global financial intelligence organization, suspended Russia’s membership on October 19, citing the country’s military aggression in Ukraine. This decision not only restricts Russia’s access to crucial information but also signals a growing unease within the international community about Russia’s actions and policies. The suspension of Russia’s membership in the Egmont Group
Google AI Image manipulation tool
Google’s latest smartphones released last week, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, go a step further than devices from other companies. They are using AI to help alter people’s expressions in photographs. In the age of the smartphone, digital edits on the fly to improve photos have become commonplace, from boosting colours to tweaking
Shuffle in Russian Command
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent visit to the headquarters of the invading Russian forces in Rostov-on-Don further underscores the gravity of the situation. General Valery Gerasimov, the Chief of the General Staff, briefed Putin on the progress of the ‘special military operation,’ Russia’s euphemism for the invasion of Ukraine.In the game of thrones within the