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A proposal for a cease-fire between Hamas and Israel is under consideration, with Hamas examining the details. The militant group, led by Ismail Haniyeh, is adamant about its core demands: a permanent cease-fire and the release of Palestinian prisoners, including high-profile figures like Marwan Barghouti. The proposal, involving Egypt, Israel, Qatar, and the U.S., envisions a phased approach but does …

The U.S. military initiated a large-scale air assault overnight targeting numerous locations in Iraq and Syria used by militias backed by Iran and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. This aggressive action is a response to the recent drone strike in Jordan that resulted in the deaths of three U.S. troops. The strikes, which numbered over 85, were aimed at a variety …

Betano Argentina’s acquisition of a gambling license marks a significant step in the evolution of the Argentinian betting industry. This development is particularly noteworthy given the complex regulatory landscape in Argentina, where gambling regulations are determined at the provincial level, rather than nationally. Each of the 23 provinces, along with the City of Buenos Aires, possesses the authority to regulate …

Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, recently hinted at the introduction of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Apple’s product lineup. This move is seen as an effort to catch up with rivals like Google and Samsung, who have already integrated generative AI features into their smartphones. During Apple’s quarterly earnings call on Thursday, Cook discussed the company’s AI initiatives, revealing plans to …

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have uncovered that primordial black holes (PBHs), formed shortly after the Big Bang nearly 12.8 billion years ago, might be influencing Earth’s orbital path. These PBHs, tiny in size but with a density akin to asteroids, pass by our solar system approximately every ten years, potentially causing perturbations in the orbits of …

Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry has earned his 10th NBA All-Star selection, while Los Angeles Lakers’ Anthony Davis received his ninth, as announced on Thursday. The reserve players for the All-Star game were chosen by coaches, with Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns both making it from the Western Conference. The Western team also includes Kawhi Leonard and Paul George …

The New Zealand Police (NZP) is conducting an investigation into alleged online threats and harassment directed at referees from the previous Rugby World Cup. Detective Inspector Stuart Mills of the NZP revealed on Friday that World Rugby, the sport’s governing body, has lodged three complaints regarding death threats against match officials, believed to originate from New Zealand. The allegations involve …

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has emphasized the need for decisive action against Iran-backed militias responsible for recent attacks on U.S. forces and ships in the Middle East. This statement comes in the wake of an attack in Jordan that resulted in the death of three U.S. service members. The U.S. has signaled impending retaliatory strikes, particularly after Sunday’s deadly …