World News
Princess Aiko's Rising Popularity Challenges Japan's Male-Only Imperial Succession Law
Dec 01, 2025 05:33 pm CST
As Princess Aiko turns 24, growing public support for her potential ascension to Japan's throne highlights the critical crisis facing the imperial family. With only one young male heir remaining and conservatives opposing changes to male-only succession laws, experts warn the 1,500-year-old monarchy faces extinction unless reforms allow female emperors, a tradition that existed in Japan's history before being banned in 1889.
H-1B Approvals for Indian IT Companies Hit 10-Year Low: Shifting Trends in Tech Recruitment
Dec 01, 2025 05:31 pm CST
H-1B visa approvals for major Indian IT firms have dropped to a decade-low of 4,573, marking a 70% decline since 2015. Meanwhile, US tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft now dominate new H-1B approvals as companies shift focus from recruiting abroad to retaining existing talent. TCS remains the only Indian company among the top five H-1B employers, with continuing-employment applications now far outpacing new visa requests across the industry.
Sheikh Hasina and Family Members Sentenced in Bangladesh Corruption Case: Former PM Receives 5-Year Prison Term
Dec 01, 2025 04:19 pm CST
Bangladesh court sentences former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 5 years in prison, her sister Sheikh Rehana to 7 years, and British MP Tulip Siddiq to 2 years in a corruption case involving the Purbachal New Town Project. The Awami League denounces the verdicts as politically motivated, claiming defendants lacked proper legal representation and were judged in absentia.
Elon Musk Reveals He Would Tattoo His Children's Names: Insights from Nikhil Kamath's Podcast
Dec 01, 2025 04:12 pm CST
In a revealing conversation on Nikhil Kamath's "People By WTF" podcast, Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared that if he ever got a tattoo, he would choose his children's names. The billionaire also offered profound insights on delayed gratification and the joys of parenthood, explaining how watching his 14 children grow and develop has shaped his worldview.
Switzerland Rejects 50% Inheritance Tax Amid Wealthy Residents' Exodus Concerns
Dec 01, 2025 04:07 pm CST
Switzerland overwhelmingly voted against a proposed 50% inheritance tax on assets exceeding 50 million francs, with 78.3% opposing the measure. The referendum, initiated by Young Socialists to fund climate initiatives, faced strong opposition from wealthy entrepreneurs threatening to leave the country, highlighting Switzerland's ongoing balance between maintaining its status as a global wealth hub and addressing fiscal policy challenges.
Australian Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Misconduct with 15-Year-Old Student: Legal Consequences and Safeguarding Failures
Dec 01, 2025 04:00 pm CST
A 37-year-old Australian high school teacher, Karly Rae, has pleaded guilty to multiple child sex offenses involving a 15-year-old student. The case highlights serious safeguarding failures in educational settings as the teacher admitted to sexual encounters, grooming via social media platforms, and attempting to persuade the victim to lie to authorities. Appearing in court with her newborn child, Rae faces sentencing in March after losing her teaching position.
Australia Implements Groundbreaking Social Media Ban for Under-16s Following Mother's Advocacy After Son's Suicide
Dec 01, 2025 03:56 pm CST
Australia is set to introduce world-first legislation banning under-16s from social media platforms following advocacy by Mia Bannister, whose teenage son died by suicide after experiencing online bullying and content that fueled his eating disorder. The new laws, effective December 10, will impose fines up to $32 million on companies failing to keep children off their platforms, though questions remain about implementation and effectiveness as experts debate whether restrictions or improved safety features offer better protection.
The Rise of AI Selfie Age Verification: How Technology Is Transforming Online Access Regulations
Dec 01, 2025 03:45 pm CST
As governments worldwide implement stricter online age restrictions, AI-powered selfie verification technology is experiencing unprecedented growth. This innovative approach promises quick, accurate age assessment within seconds, transforming how platforms enforce age restrictions while raising important questions about privacy, algorithmic bias, and effectiveness in the digital age.
Shivon Zilis: Elon Musk's Half-Indian Partner and AI Tech Executive
Dec 01, 2025 02:58 pm CST
Discover the remarkable journey of Shivon Zilis, Elon Musk's partner of half-Indian descent who serves as an executive at Neuralink. From her Yale education to pioneering work in artificial intelligence at IBM, Bloomberg Beta, and OpenAI, this article explores her professional accomplishments and personal connection to Musk, with whom she shares four children.
Newly Released Files Reveal Nazi "Angel of Death" Josef Mengele Lived Openly in Argentina Despite Authorities Knowing His Identity
Dec 01, 2025 02:37 pm CST
Declassified Argentine intelligence files reveal that Josef Mengele, the infamous Nazi doctor known as the "Angel of Death," lived openly in Argentina for years after WWII despite authorities knowing his true identity. The documents show how political protection and bureaucratic failures allowed one of history's most notorious war criminals to evade justice until his death in Brazil in 1979.