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Is it possible to slow down the development of AI?

Technology September 14, 2026

Top AI executives say they want to slow the breakneck pace of artificial intelligence development, but competition, US government reluctance and geopolitical factors stand in the way. What are AI lead...

Indian government pushes wider rollout of polarising civil code

News September 14, 2026

India’s interior minister has vowed to further implement a contentious common civil code for states governed by the ruling Hindu nationalist party, a move expected to stoke concern among minority Mu...

Erling Haaland fires 10-man Manchester City to memorable win over United

News September 13, 2026

Erling Haaland fired 10-man Manchester City to a memorable 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite Phil Foden’s first-half red card to extend a perfect start to Enzo Maresca’s reign. Foden kick...

Indonesia says 6 killed, 129 missing after ferry capsizes off Java

Health September 13, 2026

Rescuers in Indonesia said at least six people were killed and 129 others were missing after a ferry capsized in rough seas on Sunday, with one survivor recounting scenes of panic as passengers scramb...

Iran's economic ties to Dubai hard to break despite Middle East tensions

Business September 13, 2026

In the markets of old Dubai, saffron, cumin, pistachios and almonds from Iran still fill the stalls, as if the two shores of the Gulf were not separated by the ongoing regional conflict. Last month, t...

Crash and burn: Pakistan cricket at a new low after England humiliation

News September 13, 2026

Pakistan cricket hit a fresh low during the dismal 3-0 Test whitewash in England, even if a dazzling cameo by debutant Razaullah at least ensured a tour marred by mid-series sackings ended with a flic...

Trump turns to golf, family business on Irish visit's second day

Business September 13, 2026

Donald Trump turned his focus Sunday to golf and promoting his business interests, as he wraps up a two-day visit to Ireland during which his off-the-cuff diplomacy has caused another stir. The US pre...

China, Russia, India seek economic cooperation, discuss inclusive global growth at Brics

News September 13, 2026

Brics leaders including China, Russia and India, entered a second day of talks in New Delhi on Sunday, discussing “inclusive global growth”, after reaching rare agreement calling for calm in the M...

Iran authorities say 1 killed, 3 injured as merchant vessel struck in Hormuz

News September 13, 2026

A ship was struck in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, killing one person and injuring three, local Iranian authorities said, as Tehran and Washington clash over the strategic waterway. “A merchant ve...

Trump says Irish unification would be ‘fantastic’

Business September 13, 2026

DUBLIN: Donald Trump said on Saturday he would “love to see” a united Ireland, wading into a politically sensitive subject as he embarked on a two-day Irish visit that blurs the lines between his ...