In a First, Leading Israeli Rights Groups Accuse Israel of Gaza Genocide
Israel says it is fighting against Hamas, not Palestinians as a group. But two of Israel’s best-known rights groups — long critical of Israeli policy — now say they disagree.
Month: July 2025
Making Sense of the E.U. Trade Deal
[Questions, critiques and discrepancies are hanging over the framework agreement, but investors seem to view it as a win all the same.
Karachi traffic police cracks down on illegal parking fees collectors
Listen to article Karachi authorities continued enforcing the citywide free parking policy as a Karachi traffic warden team took action on Shahrah-e-Faisal, arresting three individuals for illegally collecting parking fees. The suspects were caught red-handed and handed over to the police. A case has been registered at Bahadurabad Police Station, and legal proceedings are underway. Karachi Mayor … Read more
Trump Administration Live Updates: President Meets Starmer, With Tariffs and Gaza on Agenda
President Trump was hosting the British leader at his golf courses in Scotland, a day after reaching a preliminary trade deal with the European Union.
U.S. and China Meet as Trade Truce Nears Expiration
[Top American and Chinese officials are meeting for two days of talks in Stockholm as the Trump administration tries to complete trade deals.
Alibaba to launch AI glasses in bid to rival Meta
Chinese tech conglomerate Alibaba has announced its entry into the wearable technology market with the upcoming launch of its first smart glasses, powered by the company’s in-house artificial intelligence platforms. Named the Quark AI Glasses, the device is set to debut in China by the end of 2025 and will be backed by Alibaba’s Qwen … Read more
Is the EU Trade Deal With Trump Good for Europe?
Both sides hailed the agreement as the biggest ever. But it will come at a cost to the European Union, and many details have yet to be nailed down.
Pakistan floods death toll nears 280
At least 279 people have died and 676 others have been injured as a result of monsoon floods that swept across Pakistan from June 26 to July 25, 2025, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The flooding, triggered by seasonal rains, also destroyed 1,553 houses and led to the death of 374 livestock. … Read more
Six killed in Bangkok market after gunman opens fire
Listen to article BANGKOK, THAILAND: At least six people were killed when a gunman opened fire at a market in Thailand’s capital Bangkok on Monday, Thai police said in a statement. The fatalities include the gunman who took his own life, Charin Gopatta, Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, told Reuters. “Police are investigating the identity … Read more
Tesla confirms $16.5 billion chip deal with Samsung for AI hardware
Elon Musk has confirmed Tesla has signed a $16.5 billion semiconductor supply agreement with Samsung Electronics, a deal set to support the development of the automaker’s next-generation AI chips. Samsung disclosed the contract in a regulatory filing, with the deal taking effect from 26 July 2025 through to 31 December 2033, as reported by CNBC. … Read more
