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Google CEO slams 'unacceptable' Gemini AI errors

Google CEO Sundar Pichai addressed bias and historical inaccuracies in the Gemini AI app's responses, admitting mistakes. Concerns include major economic upheaval, job displacement, industrial-scale disinformation, and manipulation of elections and violence. Google is working to fix the issues. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/AFXYmgI

Biden tries to turn tables on Trump: 'About as old as I am'

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New York medical school scraps fees after $1 bn donation

A New York medical school will scrap tuition fees after receiving a "transformational gift" worth $1 billion from a wealthy benefactor, the Albert Einstein College of Medicine's parent organization said in a statement. "Albert Einstein College of Medicine has received a transformational gift from Ruth L. Gottesman, Ed.D., Chair of the Einstein Board of Trustees and Montefiore Health System board member," the organization said in a statement late Monday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/oQVAXhv

China’s anti-graft body to probe BRI projects for the first time

China President Xi Jinping’s trillion-dollar trade and infrastructure Belt and Road Initiative will be investigated by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection amid corruption allegations and debt traps. The CCDI, led by Li Xi, will prioritize system reforms, integrity, and the establishment of judicial organs. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/0gSRcl8

Man set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in Washington, police say

A man set himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington. He identified as an active-duty US Air Force officer. The Secret Service and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives responded to the incident. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/rDMNLdz

Trump certain to win; Vivek & Tulsi among faves for Vice President post: Survey

Governor Kristi Noem and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy tied in a straw poll for Donald Trump's running mate. Trump won the presidential poll overwhelmingly. Tulsi Gabbard, Stefanik, and Tim Scott also received votes. Trump's campaign and advisers are discussing potential contenders for the role of running mate. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/DFhisde

Donald Trump beats Nikki Haley in South Carolina GOP primary

Former US president Donald Trump emerged as the winner of the South Carolina Republican presidential primary, defeating his last GOP rival, Nikki Haley, the former governor of the state. The Associated Press declared Trump's victory as soon as the polls closed. Despite Trump's recent success in the primary, Nikki Haley, the former UN ambassador and governor of South Carolina from 2011 to 2017, remains committed to continuing her campaign until Super Tuesday on March 5th. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/OeQFaNB

China lags US in GenAI by at least a year

Chinese startup 01.AI, founded by Kai-Fu Lee, relies on Meta's LLaMA for its AI system, highlighting China's lag in generative AI. The country's reliance on US AI systems raises concerns about national security and its innovation model. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/8S43Ck5

India 'strongly' raises student's case with US authorities

The Indian consulate in Seattle has raised concerns with US authorities regarding the decision of the local prosecutor to not pursue criminal charges against a police officer, Kevin Dave, responsible for the death of an Indian student, Jaahnavi Kandula. The Seattle City Attorney's office will review the case. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ty4e6Zh

UAE removed, Kenya and Namibia added to global money laundering list

Global anti-money laundering watchdog the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) said Friday that it had removed the United Arab Emirates from its "grey list" of countries subject to increased monitoring, while Kenya and Namibia were added. FATF head Raja Kumar said that Kenya and Namibia suffered deficiencies in their anti-money laundering systems and that action plans had been developed to remedy them. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/B0VrWxZ

American spaceship facedown on the Moon after dramatic touchdown

The first American spaceship on the Moon since Apollo probably face-planted into the dirt after catching on a rock during its dramatic landing, the company that built it said Friday. Intuitive Machines, which achieved the first lunar landing by a private company, initially posted on X that its hexagonal spaceship was upright, but CEO Steve Altemus told reporters on Friday that statement was based on misinterpreted data. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/wUgMfzc

US and EU pile new sanctions on Russia for the Ukraine war's 2nd anniversary and Navalny's death

The US and EU imposed new sanctions on Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine and the death of Alexei Navalny. The sanctions target officials connected to Navalny's death, firms contributing to the war effort, and companies supporting Russia's military. G7 allies imposed a price cap on Russian oil. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/T2WBFfC

Ukraine says shot down Russian spy plane over Azov Sea

Ukraine said Friday it had shot down an A-50U Russian spy plane over the Sea of Azov, and shared a map appearing to show it had crashed over southern Russia. "Another valuable Russian A-50U aircraft was shot down over the Sea of Azov," Ukrainian military intelligence said in a post on social media. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/lmHOQsj

US examined allegations of cartel ties to allies of Mexico's president: Report

US officials investigated potential links between Mexican President Lopez Obrador, drug cartels, and Mexican advisers. The US government shelved the inquiry due to little interest in pursuing allegations against a top ally. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/40wzZFI

Peers call for London-Delhi talks on India-Russia oil deal

Britain urged to have difficult conversations with India over buying oil from Russia due to anger over Alexei Navalny's death. Lord Jeremy Purvis criticizes India for dealing with a 'govt of thugs' and calls for sanctions. Dame Margaret Hodge highlights a loophole allowing Russia to profit from UK's tax revenue. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/kXyHFKx

Alabama university pauses IVF treatments after court ruling

The University of Alabama at Birmingham temporarily halted IVF treatments after the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that cryopreserved embryos are considered children. The decision has drawn criticism and concerns about the future of fertility clinics in the state. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/TF70hq2

Mom influencer to serve up to 60 years in jail for child abuse

Ruby Franke, a Utah mother of six, tearfully apologized for physically and emotionally abusing her children and was sentenced to serve up to 60 years in prison. She created a concentration camp-like setting, denied them basic needs, and caused severe injuries. Her YouTube channel had 2.5 million subscribers. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/sDlmvJn

A bullet-riddled body found in Spain likely that of Russian defector

The bullet-riddled body found in Spain is believed to be a Russian defector who escaped to Ukraine. The body was found in Alicante. The man was shot, run over, and identified as a 33-year-old Ukrainian, possibly Maksim Kuzminov. A burning car was found. Kyiv considered his defection as a major coup." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3oNhml0

Russia arrests US citizen, accusing her of treason for aiding Ukraine

Ksenia Karelina, a dual citizen of Russia and US, was arrested for state treason. She raised funds for a Ukrainian organization that bought weapons. Accused of sending $50 to Razom for Ukraine. Arrested in Yekaterinburg by FSB wearing a white hat and handcuffed by masked officers. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/AuotTF6

Putin gives Kim a limo in gift that violates UN sanctions on North Korea

Putin violates UN resolution by gifting Kim Jong-un a luxury Aurus Senat limousine. Kim's sister and a senior North Korean official accept the gift and convey thanks to Putin. Kim has a history of owning foreign luxury cars in breach of international sanctions. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/LTKD09d

Anti-Trump burnout: The resistance says it's exhausted

Democratic voters are exhausted and unenthusiastic about a likely Trump-Biden rematch. Democrats face erosion in their standing, funding challenges, and voter apathy. Abortion rights become a crucial issue. The significance of Trump's return is being realized. The Outrage movement highlights the challenges. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/qkERC9B

Israel Discussing New Limits on Access to Important Mosque in Jerusalem

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China asks Pakistan's political parties to work together to form govt after split verdict in polls

China urges Pakistan's polarised political parties to work together and maintain stability as they form a coalition government. China supports the development of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and hopes to strengthen the traditional friendship between the two countries. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/iLQf9Yh

Biden government says aid delay reason for fall of Ukraine city to Russia

The Biden administration has attributed the Ukrainian military's withdrawal from Avdiivka to the lack of additional funding from Congress. This setback marks Ukraine's first major loss since the fall of Bakhmut in May 2023. President Vladimir Putin's initiation of a full-scale war in Ukraine has led to ongoing fighting and shortages of supplies. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/AYF9jZ4

Thai ex-PM freed on parole after 15 yrs in exile, 6 months of detention

Thaksin Shinawatra, former Thai PM, released on parole after 6 months. Fled 15 years ago after a coup. Accused of abuse of power, he was in a luxury hospital wing. Thaksin returned at dawn in tinted-windowed vehicles, accompanied by his youngest daughter, leader of the ruling Pheu Thai party. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/agxRlAv

China ramps up patrol near Taiwan islands after death of 2 Chinese men

China's coast guard will strengthen law enforcement activities and patrols around Taiwanese-controlled islands. Taiwan defended its coast guard after a speedboat overturned near Kinmen's Beiding islet. China condemned Taiwan's actions. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/c8k2Cuy

Political chaos in Pak amid poll rigging claims and power tussles

Jailed former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's party demands judicial probe into vote rigging allegations. PTI alleges Rawalpindi commissioner oversaw rigging. Inconclusive third meeting between PML-N and PPP for power-sharing formula. PTI responds to power-sharing formula. PTI calls for judicial probe. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/yeznr1Z

Avdiivka, longtime stronghold for Ukraine, falls to Russians

Ukraine's military commander ordered withdrawal from Avdiivka due to Russian bombardment, surrendering a military stronghold. This is the first major gain for Russian forces since May. Ukrainian forces withdrew due to firepower, overwhelming soldiers, and lack of military aid. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/rBh2E0f

Kansas shooting: Taylor Swift, gf of Chiefs' player, gives $100k to victim's kin

Taylor Swift contributed $100,000 to the family of Lisa Lopez-Galvan, who was shot and murdered during the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl triumph parade. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/EV0mHwP

Prabowo leads Indonesia race by wide margin with half votes counted

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‘I’m not on trial’: Trump election case takes dramatic turn

Fani Willis testified in the Georgia criminal case, defending against allegations of misconduct and a romantic relationship with Nathan Wade. Willis, wearing pearls and a pink dress, was by turns combative and sympathetic. The case threatens American democracy. Trump's bid to dismiss charges over hush-money payments was rejected. Details of personal trips and conflicting accounts emerged. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/SLDrRxz

Shehbaz Sharif set for Pakistan's top job as elder brother steps aside

Shehbaz Sharif is set to begin a second term as Pakistan's prime minister in coming days, returning to the role he had until August when parliament was dissolved ahead of last week's elections. Sharif, 72, was named by his party and coalition allies to head the nuclear-armed nation despite his elder brother and three-time Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif winning a seat in the assembly and being favourite to be sworn in for a fourth term from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/1CNKoRJ

Police confirm identity of 101st victim of huge Maui wildfire

The death toll from the wildfire that destroyed the historic Hawaii town of Lahaina in August rose to 101 on Tuesday after Maui police confirmed the identity of one new victim, a 76-year-old man. As of last month, Paul Kasprzycki of Lahaina was one of three people still missing from the Aug. 8 blaze. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/6ZhaMH9

'Criminals avoiding deportation from UK, claim Christian conversion'

Murderers, rapists, paedophiles, and drug traffickers are among the foreign offenders in the UK who have avoided deportation after serving prison sentences by claiming to have converted to Christianity, according to the UK's Times newspaper. Foreign nationals have argued in refugee hearings that if deported, they may face persecution in their native countries as a result of their purported "conversion". from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/CRhY0iP

Subway shooting in New York kills one, injures five

New York City police said on Monday six people had been shot at a subway station in the Bronx, with one person dead and another five wounded. A spokeswoman for the New York Police Department said by phone that no arrests had been made in the shooting and that it was not clear what condition the five injured people were in. Local media, citing unnamed police sources, reported the five sustained non-life threatening injuries. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/nNTH9Le

Cognizant healthcare revenue beats banking and financial services'

For the first time in Cognizant's history, revenue from the healthcare sector surpassed that from banking and financial services (BFSI) in the December quarter, indicating persistent weakness in financial services, which is battling with high interest rates. Cognizant's BFSI revenue for the December quarter was $1,395 million, while healthcare revenue was $1,396 million. Cognizant began revealing its sectoral income in 2002. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/EUF0Wbw

No name for Pak PM yet; major pol players continue talks to form govt

Pakistan's top political leaders have yet to finalise the name of the country's new prime minister, despite negotiations lasting four days following the contentious national and provincial elections, which are widely seen as the most rigged in Pakistan's history. Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) followers, however, want to see their jailed party chief, Imran Khan, back in office. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/VDhRZQK

Will encourage Russia to do whatever it wants if Nato allies don't pay up: Trump

Alarm bells are ringing in Washington's traditionalist foreign policy establishment and in European capitals after former president Donald Trump indicated he would throw Nato allies under the Russian bus unless they paid protection money to US. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/9TDZNkm

PPP wants Bilawal as PM in talks with Sharif’s party

Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) adopted Sunday a firm stand in negotiations with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) led by former three-time PM Nawaz Sharif, after securing third-largest number of seats in Feb 8 general elections. PPP is demanding prime ministerial position for its leader and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, offering support to form a provincial govt in Punjab in return. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Em65ld9

Ex-priest gets 22-year jail for sex abuse bid

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Student reportedly killed in Senegal political protests

A student was killed in Senegal political protests over the delay of a presidential election. Parliament voted to postpone the election, raising concerns about democracy. Protesters clashed with police, calling President Macky Sall a dictator. Similar protests occurred in other cities. Opposition coalition and legal challenges add to the instability. Constitutional Court, US Embassy, and ECOWAS are involved. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/xcvuoL6

Netanyahu orders evacuation plan for densely packed Rafah ahead of expected invasion

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Prince Harry's visit to see King Charles III didn't bring reconciliation with William

Prince Harry flew 5,000 miles to visit his father, King Charles III, diagnosed with cancer, but didn't meet brother William. Harry's UK visit lasted less than 24 hours, mainly seeing his father. William resumed public duties amid Kate's recovery. The brothers' rift, highlighted in Harry's memoir, stems from diverging paths and past family grievances. Healing remains uncertain. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/pCPR17D

Biden mishandled documents, but no criminal charges, says US special counsel

Attorney General Merrick Garland appointed US special counsel Robert Hur to oversee the investigation into President Joe Biden's possession of classified documents. Biden's lawyers have cooperated with the investigation and turned over a small number of classified documents found at the Penn Biden Center for Diplomacy and Global Engagement. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/lOrkiW8

Pleased that no charges brought in documents case: Biden

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Taylor Swift can't shake it off! Asks college student to stop tracking her jet

Australia is set to implement 'right to disconnect' laws, granting workers the ability to ignore unreasonable calls and messages from bosses outside of work hours. The laws aim to protect work-life balance and may result in fines for breaching employers. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/VFecUg4

Nikki, facing threats, requests Secret Service protection

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Michigan school shooter's mother convicted of manslaughter

Jennifer Crumbley convicted of manslaughter in the first trial where a parent faced charges for their child's school shooting. Ethan Crumbley, 15, committed the 2021 shootings at Oxford High School using a 9mm pistol. James Crumbley to face trial in March. Gun safety experts hope the case prompts better securement of weapons at home. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/On9NX3z

Donald Trump pushes immigration conspiracy theories, praises 'friend' Xi Jinping

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British churches accused of facilitating bogus asylum claims

Former UK home secretaries Suella Braverman and Priti Patel, both of Indian descent, have alleged that British churches are facilitating fraudulent asylum claims by embracing Christianity "on an industrial scale." British clergy members are under scrutiny for potentially being misled by asylum seekers, as evidenced by a recent incident involving an Afghan refugee who attacked two women and their children with an alkaline chemical in Clapham last week. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mvEaguP