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Ukraine, a handful of startups are developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems to help fly a vast fleet of drones, taking warfare into uncharted territory as combatants race to gain a technological edge in battle. Ukraine hopes a rollout of AI-enabled drones across the front line will help it overcome increasing signal jamming by the Russians as well as enable unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to work in larger groups.

Having survived an assassination attempt, and shown defiance and fighting spirit while under attack, former US president Donald Trump has improved his chances of beating a frail-looking Joe Biden, who struggles to convince American voters that he retains the mental acuity to continue in office for another term. Should Trump emerge as the 47th President of the US, as is highly likely, global geopolitical and geoeconomic conditions would swiftly change, given his economic policy plan announcements. This will impact India directly and indirectly through the global spillovers.

Marvel Studios is in early talks with the Russos to helm not just one, but two upcoming Avengers movies, marking their potential comeback after a brief hiatus from superhero epics. The Russo brothers, renowned for their adept handling of ensemble casts and intricate storytelling, first made waves in the MCU with 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' in 2014, followed by 'Captain America: Civil War' (2016) and the monumental 'Avengers: Infinity War' (2018) and 'Avengers: Endgame' (2019). Their collective directorial efforts under the Marvel banner have amassed an impressive $6.681 billion at the global box office, with 'Endgame' standing tall as the second highest-grossing film of all time. The news of their potential return comes after Marvel's extensive search for visionary directors to steer the fifth and sixth installments of the Avengers saga. Previous contenders included 'Deadpool & Wolverine' director Shawn Levy, underscoring the studio's commitment to finding the perfect creative minds to helm these pivotal films.

The coming U.S. presidential election, with the growing prospect of a return of Donald Trump to the White House, promises to have profound repercussions for Europe’s security, future trans-Atlantic relations and the conflict in Ukraine—changes with which European leaders are starting to grapple. Trump’s pick of Sen.

United Nations: Russia is prepared to work with any US president who is open to dialogue, its foreign minister said Wednesday. «We will work with any American leader, we will remain ready to work with any US leader that the US people elect, and who will be willing to engage in equitable, mutually respectful dialogue,» Sergei Lavrov said at a UN press briefing. He was answering a question about relations between Moscow and Washington if Donald Trump is reelected in November and defeats President Joe Biden.

Columbia has a unique problem. The Latin American country is in a catch 22-situation. The Government had signed an important agreement with a major rebel group to attain peace and prosperity but now faces another issue pertaining to increasing levels poverty which may have been caused by this agreement. Columbia’s cocaine production was at an all-time high but now this supply remains unsold resulting in large scale poverty of the farmers who were cultivating this drug. There has been a dramatic downturn in the drug market which has added to the reduced sales of this drug resulting in economic hardships for the people.

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures is set to arrive soon, with Disney+ releasing a new trailer. The upcoming episodes promise new adventures and challenges for the young Jedi.

democracy. Fox News has reported that various world leaders have condemned this incident and many have said that this is an attack on democracy. Many analysts noted that the US which is seen to be in the forefront when it comes to “protecting democracy” has a challenge at home and needs to focus on that. This incident may be used by the adversaries to target the US. Many of the retired CIA officers and those from other security services have said that Russia and China may use this to their advantage.

Allu Arjun and director Sukumar? If reports are to be believed, the one undefeatable actor-director duo, who delivered many blockbusters such as ‘Pushpa’ and the incredibly successful ‘Arya’ franchise may no longer be on talking terms! Rumors are circulating that Allu Arjun is upset with director Sukumar, potentially causing a delay in the film's screening. Fans speculate that the National Award-winning actor may have had a falling out with Sukumar after they spotted Allu Arjun on a flight during a family holiday without his distinctive Pushpa look. Fans noted reports indicating the film is set to wrap in August. Given this schedule, Allu Arjun would ideally have kept his long beard for the role. However, a viral video on X shows the actor boarding a flight with a fresh, handsome look. Despite the new beard style, his haircut remained consistent with his Pushpa appearance. It is also possible that the team is experimenting with a different look for a specific part of the film.

China get in lieu of support to Russia? The US is worried Russia could be passing on to China the knowledge it has gathered about American and European weapons being used in the Ukraine war. A bipartisan US congressional committee wants the Joe Biden administration to assess this issue. Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has sent a letter to National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, requesting an assessment of the information that Russia has shared with the PRC regarding US weapons capabilities and those of the partners and allies.

The electricity grid operators of the three Baltic countries on Tuesday officially notified Russia and Belarus that they will exit a 2001 agreement that has kept Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania connected to an electricity transmission system controlled b...

MILWAUKEE—A group of foreign ambassadors and other diplomats gathered here between second and third base at America Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, for an event focused on luring foreign investments to southeastern Wisconsin. But on everyone’s mind was GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump’s selection of JD Vance—a leading critic of U.S. support for Ukraine—as his running mate on the first night of the Republican National Convention.

Elon Musk's decision to throw his vast fortune behind Donald Trump's presidential candidacy confirms the rise of a growing right-wing bloc in the traditionally liberal Silicon Valley. US media reports indicate that Musk and a group of tech investors are contributing to a Super PAC — a specially designed fund that can spend unlimited amounts on political candidates and causes.

Kate Winslet stars as American war correspondent Lee Miller in the new film 'Lee.' The trailer reveals her battle with both the dangers of war and sexism among her peers. Plot In the biopic directed by Ellen Kuras, Winslet takes on the role of Lee Miller, a real-life American war correspondent. The trailer highlights Miller's determination to document the atrocities of the Nazis despite the dangers and sexism she faces.

Andra Day stars in Lee Daniels' new exorcism film, 'The Deliverance,' coming to select theaters on August 16 and Netflix on August 30. The movie depicts a single mother's fight to protect her children from dark forces. Plot In 'The Deliverance,' Andra Day plays Ebony Jackson, a single mother facing many challenges. She moves her family to a new home, hoping for a fresh start. However, strange occurrences soon disrupt their peace. Child Protective Services gets involved, making Ebony's situation more dire. She must now fight to keep her family together and safe from supernatural threats.

Gold prices advanced Tuesday, on track for a record close as rising expectations of a September interest rate cut bolstered demand for bullion.

As India’s new government gets into its groove, it will inevitably be the recipient of a lot of advice on the economic agenda for a third term. Given the unfinished work on many fronts, it’s reasonable to expect policymakers to receive a laundry list of needed reforms across a multitude of sectors. But, in contrast to expansive lists, state capacity and political capital are typically much more limited.

LONDON : The attempted assassination of Donald Trump, coming so soon after President Biden’s stumbles during the recent presidential debate, is reinforcing an impression outside the U.S. that the world’s pre-eminent superpower is entering an unusually turbulent and unpredictable period, prompting allies to question its reliability and foes to gloat.

Russia’s new nuclear space weapon has spurred White House and congressional warnings about Moscow’s irresponsibility on the global stage. Russia’s move isn’t surprising, given its frustration over the war with Ukraine and its failure to contain or fracture the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Yet this is another chapter in Moscow’s long decline in space leadership.

The Economist visited, says that 90% of their generating capacity has been destroyed this year. Waves of attacks since March have targeted thermal and hydro plants as well as, for the first time, solar-energy installations. As Russia struggles to make any serious gains on the battlefield, power lines have become the new front line.

An Israeli drone strike on a car near the Lebanon-Syria border HAS killed a prominent Syrian businessman who was sanctioned by the United States and had close ties to the government of Syria’s President Bashar Assad