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Modi and Starmer Champion Free Trade Cooperation Amid Rising Global Protectionism
Oct 10, 2025 02:58 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer strengthen bilateral trade relations through a landmark agreement expected to increase two-way trade by 39% over 15 years, demonstrating their commitment to free trade principles despite rising global protectionism and US tariff challenges. The visit secured £1.3 billion in Indian investments for the UK while deepening cooperation across technology, education, defense, and critical minerals sectors.
Instagram Explores Dedicated TV App to Expand Video Presence and Challenge YouTube
Oct 10, 2025 02:53 pm CST
Instagram is developing a dedicated TV application to strengthen its video strategy and compete with platforms like YouTube and TikTok. CEO Adam Mosseri believes vertical video content can work in TV formats, as the platform with 3 billion monthly users continues its evolution from photos to video-centric features like Reels, particularly targeting growth in markets like India.
Historic Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Trump Plans Visit as Hostages Set for Release in Landmark Peace Deal
Oct 10, 2025 02:47 pm CST
In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Donald Trump announced plans to visit Israel for the release of hostages under a new ceasefire agreement with Hamas. The historic deal, endorsed by Netanyahu's cabinet, promises to end the two-year conflict that has devastated Gaza and destabilized the Middle East. The agreement includes the return of 48 remaining hostages, release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, increased humanitarian aid to Gaza, and Israeli military withdrawal from urban centers, marking a potential turning point in the long-standing conflict.
US to Deploy 200 Military Personnel to Oversee Gaza Peace Agreement Implementation
Oct 10, 2025 02:40 pm CST
The United States is enhancing its role in the Gaza peace process by deploying 200 Centcom personnel to monitor the implementation of the recently agreed peace accord between Israel and Hamas. Under the command of Admiral Brad Cooper, this team will work alongside international forces from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and possibly the UAE to ensure compliance with President Trump's 20-point peace plan, which includes the release of hostages to Israel.
Pakistan Warns Afghanistan: Defense Minister Asif Declares Zero Tolerance for Cross-Border Terrorism
Oct 10, 2025 02:24 pm CST
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a stern warning to Afghanistan's Taliban government regarding cross-border terrorism, stating that Pakistan's patience has run out. This comes amid revelations about Pakistan's historical support of terrorist groups and follows recent deadly attacks on Pakistani forces. The minister revealed that Taliban officials previously requested billions to relocate TTP terrorists but offered no guarantees of ending attacks on Pakistani soil.
DoorDash Partners With Serve Robotics to Revolutionize Autonomous Food Delivery Across US Cities
Oct 10, 2025 02:21 pm CST
DoorDash forms strategic partnership with Serve Robotics to deploy autonomous sidewalk robots for food deliveries, starting in Los Angeles and expanding nationwide. This multi-year collaboration represents DoorDash's commitment to blending human couriers with robotic delivery solutions, as Serve aims to double its fleet to 2,000 robots by year-end while maintaining its existing partnership with Uber.
Trump Reconsiders Jared Isaacman for NASA Leadership Role Following Private Meetings
Oct 10, 2025 02:14 pm CST
President Trump has held multiple meetings with SpaceX astronaut and Shift4 Payments executive chairman Jared Isaacman about potentially reviving his nomination to lead NASA. This development marks a potential reversal of Trump's earlier decision to withdraw Isaacman's nomination in May due to his connections with Democratic politicians and Elon Musk. The space agency currently operates under interim leadership as it faces critical challenges including budget constraints and ambitious lunar mission goals.
Trump Administration Approves Nvidia AI Chip Exports to UAE in Major Tech-Diplomacy Deal
Oct 10, 2025 02:11 pm CST
The Trump administration has approved billions in Nvidia AI chip exports to American companies operating in the UAE, implementing a significant bilateral agreement from May 2024. This landmark deal establishes a pattern for US AI diplomacy, requiring dollar-for-dollar Emirati investment in America in exchange for advanced technology access, while strategically positioning US tech companies against Chinese competitors in the lucrative Gulf market.
7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines: Students Take Shelter as Tsunami Warnings Issued
Oct 10, 2025 02:04 pm CST
A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit the southern Philippines on Friday morning, causing panic and evacuation. Video footage shows university students ducking under chairs for protection while a hospital evacuated patients. The US Tsunami Warning System issued alerts for dangerous waves up to 3 meters high along coastal areas. This disaster comes just ten days after another earthquake killed 71 people in Cebu province, highlighting the vulnerability of the Philippines, which experiences approximately 800 earthquakes annually due to its location on the Pacific "Ring of Fire."
Pakistan Suspends Internet in Islamabad and Rawalpindi Amid Planned TLP Anti-Israel Protest
Oct 10, 2025 01:42 pm CST
Pakistan has implemented an internet shutdown in Islamabad and Rawalpindi as authorities prepare for the "Aqsa Million March," an anti-Israel protest organized by Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan. Security measures include road blockades and preventive arrests, with the demonstration targeting the government's support for the Gaza peace deal.