An Investigative Feature by John Williams The Beginning: Deep in Africa’s MinesAfrica — often called the continent of treasures — remains one of the richest sources of natural gold on Earth. From Ghana to Mali and beyond, miners carve deep into the soil to extract the metal that has shaped
Apple has broken into the top five smartphone brands in India for the first half of 2025, according to IDC data, marking a major milestone in the world’s second-largest mobile market. Market overview India’s smartphone shipments grew 2% year-on-year, reaching 60 million units in 1H25. Premium devices above ₹50,000 drove value growth, while mid-range phones […]
President Donald Trump said Friday that he and Chinese President Xi Jinping had made progress on a deal to transfer most of TikTok’s US assets to American investors, potentially ending years of uncertainty over the app’s future. The talks Trump posted on Truth Social that the call covered trade, fentanyl, the war in Ukraine, and […]
GITEX Global 2025 took place from October 13 to 17, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), delivering one of the most transformative editions in its 45-year history. The event focused on the real-world evolution of artificial intelligence (AI), alongside major developments in quantum computing, biotech, cybersecurity, and large-scale data infrastructure. Event
Nvidia announced Thursday it will take a $5 billion stake in Intel, marking a major show of support for the struggling US chipmaker. The move comes just weeks after the White House orchestrated a landmark deal for the federal government to acquire a significant stake in Intel, underscoring Washington’s push to secure domestic semiconductor production. […]
amsung is preparing to launch its first tri-fold smartphone later this year and is considering releasing it in the United States, according to people familiar with the company’s plans. If confirmed, it would mark the first US release of a tri-fold device, a major step in foldable technology. Why it matters Samsung has so far […]
India and the United States have revived negotiations on a long-discussed bilateral trade deal, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal expected to travel to Washington in the coming days. The move follows recent talks in New Delhi between US Chief Negotiator Brendan Lynch and Indian counterpart Rajesh Agrawal, which officials described as “productive.” What’s at stake […]
Thailand’s Supreme Court has ordered former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra to serve one year in prison, ruling that his extended stay in hospital last year was unlawful and did not count as time served. Thaksin, 76, was sentenced in 2023 to eight years for corruption and abuse of power but avoided a prison cell, spending […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi were seen chatting and laughing during the second day of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China. The rare public display of camaraderie among the three leaders came as the summit focused on regional security, economic cooperation, and
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has introduced the company’s latest wearable device — Ray-Ban Display smart glasses — featuring a tiny screen embedded in the lens. The launch, announced at Meta’s annual Connect event in California, highlights the company’s push to blend artificial intelligence into everyday life. Why it matters Meta is betting on wearables as […]
























