AI tool to ‘undress women’: Grok under fire for generating non-consensual sexualised images; Musk pokes fun

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, has introduced a feature that allows users to create sexualised images of women without their consent,, for which it is facing widespread criticism. The tool can take pictures from the social media platform X, including images of real people, and digitally alter them to remove clothing or depict them […]

US strikes Venezuela: President Maduro captured by US Delta Force; special unit’s role in al-Baghdadi killing

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was captured early Saturday morning by elite US special forces, according to US officials.A US official said Maduro was taken into custody by members of Delta Force, the US military’s top special mission unit, according to CBS News. This comes as President Donald Trump confirmed that US carried out “large scale […]

Dubai Police seize supercar over viral stunt video, driver fined AED10,000 | World News

Dubai Police seized a supercar and fined its driver AED10,000 for viral reckless stunt video/Image: Dubai Police A supercar driver who thrilled social media with dangerous stunts across Dubai has faced swift action from authorities. The vehicle was seized, and the driver fined AED10,000 after video showing high-speed maneuvers, loud modifications, and public disturbance went […]

UAE schools to end classes early on Fridays following new prayer timing | World News

From January 9, UAE schools will end classes early on Fridays to align with 12.45pm prayer/Representative Image From January 9, schools across the UAE will shorten Fridays, allowing students from kindergarten to grade 12 to leave earlier. The change aligns with the updated 12.45pm Friday prayer time and gives families more time for religious observance, […]

Blasts rock Venezuela capital: Low-flying airplanes seen in Caracas; city in dark as videos show panic

At least seven loud explosions were heard across Venezuela’s capital, Caracas (early Saturday), with air sirens and low-flying aircraft adding to the alarm. Several neighborhoods reported panic on the streets and power outages following the blasts.According to AFP, the blasts were heard around 2.00 am local time (0600 GMT). The first explosion was recorded shortly […]

UAE fog alert: Authorities warns of extremely low visibility in Dubai and Coastal areas | World News

NCM issues safety alert for reduced visibility early sunday / Image: File If you are planning an early start this Saturday, January 3, 2026, you might want to double-check your windows first. This atmospheric “whiteout” isn’t just a scenic morning view; it is a serious safety concern. The NCM warns that the combination of high […]

Saudi Arabia introduces new rules banning sharia-violating names in public facilities across nation | World News

Saudi Arabia bans Sharia-violating names in public facilities nationwide/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has unveiled a detailed framework governing how public facilities across the Kingdom are named. The regulations, recently approved by the Saudi Cabinet and published in the Umm Al-Qura Gazette, aim to unify naming practices, strengthen administrative oversight, and ensure compliance with Islamic principles. […]

‘Best way to end day 2’: After grooving to Punjabi beats, NY mayor Zohran Mamdani enjoys Bengali food

NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani ended his day savoring Bengali cuisine (Image/X) After grooving to Punjabi beats at his historic inauguration, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani ended his second day in office on a flavorful note, savoring Bengali cuisine. In a post on X, he wrote: “Best way to end Day 2: chicken roast and […]

Watch: New York mayor Zohran Mamdani takes subway to work on Day 1; interacts with commuters

NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani interacted with commuters during his subway ride (AP image) Less than 24 hours after taking the oath, New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani began his first full day in office with a routine familiar to millions of New Yorkers, a morning subway commute from his Queens apartment.Battling against the cold, the […]

‘Reckless & inflammatory threats’: Iran writes to UNSC after Trump remarks; warns US of escalation

Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir-Saeid Iravani, has formally written to the UN Security Council and UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemning the “reckless and inflammatory threats” made by US President Donald Trump. Tehran also warned that the United States would bear full responsibility for any consequences or escalation that might arise […]