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Sam Altman, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and other tech giants to go underground, building secret bunkers for world war crises, pandemics, and climate disasters | World News

Silicon Valley has always been synonymous with innovation, wealth, and futuristic vision. Yet behind the glossy façade of AI breakthroughs and billion-dollar valuations lies an unexpected trend: tech giants quietly building bunkers. From OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, who revealed having a heavily reinforced underground basement, to billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos investing in […]

AED 8 million festival prizes, Golden Visas for date farmers: Why UAE cares so much about dates | World News

UAE hosts over 44 million date palms, produces 76,000 tons annually, with 160 varieties, ranking sixth globally in production In a country known globally for its steel and skyline, it’s the date palm, not the skyscraper, that’s emerging as the UAE’s most enduring emblem. This year, that symbolism took tangible form when H.H. Sheikh Hamdan […]

‘Surprised he was appointed’: Trump forgets he first named Powell Fed chair; blames Biden for keeping him on

US President Donald Trump has never concealed his mounting disdain for Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, but his latest remark earlier last month drew attention, as he expressed surprise over Powell’s “appointment”, seemingly forgetting that he was the one who originally appointed him to the role in 2018.“I was surprised he was appointed,” Trump said […]

‘Taught the world trade economics’: Peter Navarro says Donald Trump deserves Nobel in economics; cites global overhaul

Donald Trump and Peter Navarro White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said that US President Donald Trump should be considered for a Nobel Prize in economics for his “fundamental restructuring” of global trade.Speaking to Fox Business Network on Thursday, Navarro argued that Trump had “taught the world trade economics” by taking a hard stance on […]

Donald Trump signs executive order to ‘Make America Fit Again’: What is the Presidential Fitness Test as push-up tests return to schools | World News

President Donald Trump has officially revived the iconic Presidential Fitness Test, once a hallmark of American physical education classes. With the stroke of an executive order on July 31, Trump aims to “Make America Fit Again” by reinstating rigorous physical challenges for schoolchildren nationwide, including mile runs, push-ups, and sit-ups. Citing rising obesity rates and […]

From ‘I’m out’ to ‘system is broken’: Top takeaways from Kamala Harris’ first interview – post humilating Trump loss | World News

In her first extended interview since stepping down as vice president and ending her 2024 presidential campaign, Kamala Harris delivered a frank assessment of American democracy and her own political journey. Speaking with Stephen Colbert on The Late Show, Harris promoted her new memoir 107 Days while outlining what she sees as a broken political […]

Top 10 most powerful earthquakes in the world: Kamchatka Quake joins history’s deadliest list | World News

Earthquakes are among nature’s most destructive forces, capable of reshaping coastlines and triggering tsunamis within minutes. The 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula in 2025 rattled buildings, triggered Pacific-wide tsunami alerts, and revived discussions about historic seismic disasters. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), this event now ranks among the strongest earthquakes ever […]

Why Dubai staycations are booming in 2025: Discounts, domestic demand and strategic vision | World News

Dubai hotels are offering residents unbeatable summer packages, boosting staycation demand and supporting domestic tourism/Image: X TL;DR: Dubai’s staycation demand is surging, driven by value deals, convenience, and enhanced local experiences. Hotels offer steep discounts, often up to 30–40% with special packages for UAE residents. Domestic tourism growth aligns with Dubai’s Vision 2025 tourism strategy, […]

Microsoft salary packages leaked: From entry-level to multi-million dollar paychecks; here’s how much tech giants pay | World News

A leaked Microsoft compensation chart for 2025 reveals how software engineers can achieve long-term wealth by staying with the company. The data details base salary, stock grants, and bonuses, showing that employees who advance from entry-level roles to top technical positions can earn over $2.7 million annually. Over a 30-year career, this progression could result […]

‘Needed a distinctive leader’: Former Nike CEO John Donahoe returns to Stanford as athletics director; replaces Muir

Former Nike chief executive John Donahoe has been appointed as Stanford University’s new athletic director, taking over from Bernard Muir, who stepped down earlier this year. Donahoe, a Stanford Business School alumnus, will officially assume the role on September 8, becoming the university’s eighth athletic director. “Stanford occupies a unique place in the national athletics […]