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Singapore, July 8, (ANI): Singapore's state-backed investor Temasek is betting big on artificial intelligence as it scopes opportunities in emerging technologies to deliver sustainable returns. The investment giant said that it plans to take the AI-related exposure to 15 per cent of the portfolio value by 2031 from 6 per cent at present.
Masked assailant smashes Haaretz office entrance, newspaper says Haaretz said security camera footage shows the masked assailant putting his arm through a metal security gate a short distance from the entrance of the newspaper's Tel Aviv office and throwing a brick at the glass door. But when he failed on his first attempt, he tossed a second brick, smashing the entrance before running away. רעול פנים מנפץ את דלת הכניסה למערכת "הארץ" pic.
The models self-developed internal workspace is similar to how humans think about one thing while doing another, the firm has said Anthropic's latest AI model Claude has evolved an internal workspace that it uses to manipulate concepts similar to how people consciously think, the corporation says.
‘Robbed’: Egypt-Argentina match sparks accusations of World Cup bias Submitted by Marwa Kocak on Tue, 07/07/2026 - 21:43 Egypt’s defeat triggered anger from players, coaches and high-profile figures who questioned Fifa's officiating Hossam Hassan, Head coach for Egypt, argues with referee Francois Letexier during the Fifa World Cup 2026 round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, on 7 July 2026 (Buda Mendes/Getty Images/AFP) Off Argentina’s 3-2 win over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16 has triggered controversy on and off the pitch, after Egypt’s players, coaching staff and supporters questioned several key decisions in the match. Egypt had led 2-0 and appeared on course for a place in the quarter-finals before conceding three late goals. But the result was quickly overshadowed by anger over the officiating, including an Egypt goal ruled out after a review, late penalty appeals that were waved away, and protests from the Egyptian bench before Argentina’s stoppage-time winner.
'This is our sport, not theirs': Klopp attacks Fifa chief over Balogun red card reversal Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 07/07/2026 - 11:49 Former Liverpool manager criticises Infantino as Belgium beat US after Trump intervened to overturn key striker's suspension Romelu Lukaku scores for Belgium against the USA on 6 July 2026 in Seattle, Washington (AFP via Getty Images/David Ramos) Off Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has led a chorus of condemnations against Fifa President Gianni Infantino, after US striker Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension was controversially delayed following intervention from Donald Trump. Trump confirmed on Monday that he had called Infantino directly to ask him to “review” a red card handed to US star player Balogun, during a match against Bosnia last week. On Sunday, Fifa stunned the sports world by reversing that red card and giving Balogun a one-year probationary period instead, using its rarely invoked Article 27 from the Fifa disciplinary code.
Washington, DC [US], July 7 (ANI): US President Donald Trump announced on Monday (local time) that retail giant Walmart will significantly reduce prices on ground beef and various other commodities. The move comes after the Trump administration requested the company to implement cuts in alignment with the United States' 250th independence celebrations.
World Cup 2026: Trump says he intervened to overturn red card in what has become a historic scandal Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Mon, 07/06/2026 - 16:07 The US president said on Monday he only asked for a 'review', but Fifa's reversal has caused global outrage US President Donald Trump addresses reporters in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, on 6 July 2026 (Evan Vucci/Reuters) Off US President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that he called Fifa boss Gianni Infantino directly to ask him to "review" a red card handed down to one of the US team's breakout stars, Folarin Balogun, last week. On Sunday, Fifa stunned the sports world by reversing that red card and giving Balogun a one-year probationary period instead, using its rarely invoked Article 27 from the Fifa Disciplinary Code. The rule is often referred to as the "Cristiano Ronaldo Rule" after a Fifa disciplinary committee infamously invoked the article in November last year, ensuring Ronaldo would be eligible for Portugal's opening matches in the 2026 World Cup.
World Cup 2026: Fifa ‘crossed a red line’ after decision to overturn ban for US striker's red card Submitted by Hannah. Smith on Mon, 07/06/2026 - 13:25 Social media users slammed decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s one-match ban after reported phone calls from Trump Folarin Balogun of team USA is shown a red card by referee Raphael Claus during the 2026 Fifa World Cup co-host's match against Bosnia and Herzegovina on 1 July (Phil Noble/Reuters) Off In a move that surprised many fans and football commentators alike, Fifa announced on Sunday that USA striker Folarin Balogun will be available to play in the upcoming game against Belgium, despite being sent off with a red card during the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Commentators have accused the global football body of caving to political pressure after reports confirmed that US President Donald Trump made personal phone calls to Fifa President Gianni Infantino, and several officials and high-profile individuals were involved in challenging the initial red card decision.
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Iran to close Tehran airspace for funeral ceremonies Iran will fully close Tehran’s airspace on Monday as part of funeral arrangements, the Iranian Students’ News Agency (ISNA) has reported. Flights continued during Sunday’s ceremony, but Iran’s Civil Aviation Organisation said regular services at Tehran’s Mehrabad International Airport and Imam Khomeini International Airport would be suspended on Monday as public commemorations take place in the capital. Mehrabad airport is expected to return to normal operations on Tuesday, while Imam Khomeini International Airport will remain closed.
Washington DC [US], July 5 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has praised the fireworks show during the celebrations of 250th anniversary of US Independence Day. In a post on Truth Social on Saturday (local time), he said, 'Best fireworks show, EVER! President DJT.
New Delhi [India], July 5 (ANI): The AI investment cycle is most likely to end not because US hyperscalers cut spending, but because markets start pushing back against the lack of returns, Global Brokerage firm Jefferies said in a report. The report argued the turning point will come when investors focus on what it calls a massive wealth transfer from hyperscalers' balance sheets to North Asia.
Andy Burnham to drop spy-tech firm Palantir from NHS, reports say Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 07/03/2026 - 14:53 When the PM-in-waiting was mayor of Greater Manchester, the council issued no contracts to Palantir Andy Burnham pictured this week (AFP) Off Andy Burnham, Britain's prime minister-in-waiting, is set to drop US tech company Palantir from the National Health Service (NHS). Burnham, who is expected to succeed Keir Starmer as Labour Party leader and prime minister later this month, is reviewing the government's artificial intelligence strategy, according to The Telegraph. This comes two years into Palantir's seven-year £330m NHS deal.
Tokyo [Japan], July 3, (ANI): Japanese currency yen pulled back from record lows and was trading at 161. 2 levels on Friday. The currency had touched a record low of 162.
UK Islamic finance sector worth £6bn and drives Gulf investment, report says Submitted by Imran Mulla on Fri, 07/03/2026 - 10:43 The five Islamic banks in Britain all have shareholders based in the Gulf and primarily serve wealthy clients there A raven rests outside its enclosure at the Tower of London, backdropped by The Shard (AFP) Off A new report by the British think tank Equi has revealed the Britain's Islamic finance sector is worth an estimated £6bn and "could generate £2. 5bn a year for the UK government". The report, published this week, shows that Islamic finance is facilitating significant Gulf investment in Britain.
Vatican City, July 3 (ANI): Pope Leo XIV will mark the 250th anniversary of US Independence by visiting Lampedusa on July 4, where he is scheduled to meet migrants, honour those who died crossing the Mediterranean and celebrate an open-air Mass, CNN reported.
The BBC travels to the city of Bandar Abbas - the first time journalists from a UK broadcaster have been to the Iranian side of the strait.
By Sahil Pandey New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Japan and India have agreed to deepen cooperation in strategic, economic and energy security, with over 129 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed during Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's official visit to India, Toshihiro Kitamura, Press Secretary and Official Spokesperson accompanying the Japanese Prime Minister, said on Wednesday.
Washington DC [US], July 2 (ANI): The US job growth slowed in June as data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that non-farm payrolls increased by 57,000 jobs compared to a revised 129,000 in May. However, the US unemployment rate dropped to 4. 2 per cent, pointing to a stable labour market as hiring stabilised amid growing investments in artificial intelligence.
A local’s guide to Ankara ahead of the Nato summit Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Thu, 07/02/2026 - 11:02 Often overshadowed by Istanbul, Turkey’s capital offers a wide variety of delicious food, lively venues and sightseeing opportunities A view of Ankara's well-known Atakule from the gardens of the Turkish Grand National Assembly in June 2025 (MEE/Ragip Soylu) Off The Turkish capital of Ankara doesn’t have a great reputation, even inside the country. Many Istanbulians look down on this so-called “grey, soulless desert” in the middle of Anatolia. Yet the city, famous internationally mostly for hosting Mustafa Kemal Ataturk’s mausoleum, is about to host a Nato summit on 7-8 July.
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