Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt faces accusations of abuse and digital surveillance from his ex-girlfriend, Michelle Ritter. Court filings detail allegations of a "system of total control," including monitoring communications and financial coercion. Schmidt denies the claims, calling them false, as the legal dispute over a failed AI startup and multimillion-dollar settlements continues.
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US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra confronted Ontario’s trade representative, David Paterson, with an expletive-laden tirade at Ottawa’s Canadian American Business Council event, angered by the province’s anti-tariff ad campaign. The incident, witnessed by multiple officials, escalated tensions in Canada-US trade negotiations, which remain stalled. Premier Doug Ford urged Hoekstra to apologise, highlighting the personal and diplomatic strains affecting bilateral relations
Tunisian twins Bisan and Bilsan Kouka, aged twelve, jointly won the 2025 Arab Reading Challenge, reading over 600 books each. They pledged half their prize money to Palestine, with the remainder for their mother. The event, the world's largest Arabic literacy initiative, saw over 32 million participants.
NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani faces criminal referrals for allegedly accepting over $13,000 in illegal foreign contributions. The Coolidge Reagan Foundation claims a sustained pattern of violations, urging the DOJ and Manhattan DA to investigate. Mamdani's campaign has returned some funds, but significant amounts remain unreturned.
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from laying off thousands of federal workers. This decision comes amid a prolonged government shutdown. Labor unions have celebrated the ruling as a significant win for employees. The judge converted a temporary order into a preliminary injunction. This prevents job terminations until the government reopens. The administration had planned significant workforce reductions.
US President Donald Trump received a fighter jet escort into Malaysian airspace as he arrived for a multi-day Asian tour. He is set to witness the signing of a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia, a ceremony rescheduled due to the passing of Thailand's Queen Mother.
From the Bronx to global stardom, Kai Cenat, 23, has redefined online entertainment. His energetic streams, celebrity collaborations, and viral content have propelled him to immense success. As of 2025, his estimated net worth is between $14-35 million, with monthly earnings reaching up to $700,000 from various ventures and major brand partnerships.
YouTube sensation MrBeast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, has undertaken a monumental global mission, saving over 1,000 animals from dire situations. His latest video showcases rescues from Africa, Ukraine, and the US, featuring lions, rhinos, giraffes, and shelter dogs. This ambitious project highlights his commitment to wildlife preservation and animal welfare on an unprecedented scale.
Amid circulating “red pills” rumours, Abu Dhabi Police have confirmed schools and universities remain safe, urging parents and institutions to stay vigilant. Highlighting youth vulnerability. Experts warn that adolescents are especially vulnerable, as traffickers increasingly disguise drugs in everyday items like energy drinks, chewing gum, and flavoured paper, making awareness and vigilance essential.