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Senator John Kennedy sparked controversy by using an 'Alien' movie poster to warn against eating recalled shrimp, claiming it could cause radioactive mutations. His remarks, made amidst investigations into contaminated shrimp sold at major retailers like Walmart and Kroger, were widely mocked online. While the FDA confirmed Cesium-137 in one sample, authorities maintain the health risk is low.
At a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin, Vladimir Putin defended Russia's actions in Ukraine, blaming the West for instigating the conflict. He cited the 2014 Ukrainian revolution and NATO expansion as key factors. Putin advocated for a new world order, moving away from Western-centric models. He also acknowledged China and India's efforts to resolve the ongoing crisis.
Peter Navarro's remark about "Brahmins" profiting from India's oil trade with Russia has sparked controversy. Hindu organizations have condemned the statement as a slur and Hinduphobic, drawing comparisons to anti-Semitic tropes. The comment has ignited debate over whether Navarro was referring to the Indian caste or wealthy elites, leading to calls for his removal from American political life.
Bahrain has introduced duty-free import rules for factories under Decision No. 63 of 2025, allowing exemptions on industrial inputs that are unavailable, below standards, delayed, or costlier locally. The move aims to reduce production costs, boost local manufacturing, and align with Bahrain’s Industrial Strategy 2022–2026 and Economic Vision 2030, strengthening self-sufficiency and enhancing global industrial competitiveness.
Saudi Arabia conducted its first drone delivery trial in Jeddah, marking a major step toward modernizing logistics. Led by GACA and TGA, the initiative aligns with Vision 2030 goals of digital transformation and sustainability. The trial showcased reduced delivery times, regulatory readiness, and future scalability, positioning the Kingdom as a regional leader in smart logistics innovation
