Author: Rachel Maddow

A car detonated near New Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday, killing at least eight people and injuring several others. The blast ignited a fire that destroyed nearby parked vehicles. Police quickly cordoned off the area while emergency crews responded to the scene. Firefighters and First Responders Act Quickly Fire engines raced to the Red Fort metro station gate after authorities reported the explosion. Firefighters battled flames engulfing multiple vehicles while rescuers evacuated the injured. Emergency personnel coordinated to secure the area and prevent further damage. Witnesses Describe Shocking Scene A local resident told NDTV he heard a “window-shattering sound” and…

Iraq held early voting Sunday as security forces and displaced citizens cast ballots before the nationwide election. Over a million military and security personnel, along with tens of thousands of displaced voters, participated. The election will decide whether Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani maintains power amid rising regional pressures. Thousands of candidates, mainly from sectarian parties, compete as Iraq navigates its complex relations with Tehran and Washington. Displaced Communities Make Their Voice Heard Yazidis living in camps near Dohuk cast votes despite long-term displacement and destroyed homes. Many fled Sinjar after Islamic State attacks killed and enslaved thousands. Armed groups…

Gamers worldwide must wait longer for Grand Theft Auto VI after Rockstar Games announced another release delay. The studio confirmed the new launch date for 19 November 2026. This marks the second postponement after the company originally planned to release the game in May 2026. Initially, Rockstar scheduled GTA 6 for release in autumn this year. The developer asked fans for patience, explaining it needs extra time to finish the game and meet expected quality standards. Chaos, Cars, and Criminal Adventures The game lets players roam the streets freely, steal vehicles, and fill garages with luxury cars, bikes, and boats.…

AI systems gradually drop their safety filters during extended chats, increasing the risk of harmful or offensive replies, a recent report revealed. Researchers showed that a few well-crafted prompts can override most safety barriers in artificial intelligence tools. Cisco Tests Chatbots for Safety Weaknesses Cisco examined large language models (LLMs) powering popular AI chatbots from OpenAI, Mistral, Meta, Google, Alibaba, Deepseek, and Microsoft. The team measured how many questions it took before each model produced unsafe or illegal information.They ran 499 conversations using a “multi-turn attack,” where users asked several questions to break through safety layers. Each chat involved between…

Australia added Reddit and livestreaming service Kick to the list of platforms required to block users under 16. The ban will take effect on December 10. Communications Minister Anika Wells said the move strengthens Australia’s world-first effort to protect minors online. The rule now applies to nine major platforms—Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Threads, TikTok, X, YouTube, Reddit, and Kick. Each must close or restrict accounts belonging to users younger than 16. Wells warned that companies failing to comply face fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars (€28.3 million). “We’ve met with several platforms this month to ensure they understand the…

Belgian authorities closed the airspace over Brussels Zaventem Airport after reports of a drone flying above the airfield. The public broadcaster VRT confirmed the incident late Tuesday night, saying all departing and arriving flights were immediately suspended. The airport briefly reopened before closing again after a second drone was spotted. Liège Airport, which initially received diverted planes from Brussels, also shut down after a separate drone sighting. A spokesperson for skeyes, Belgium’s civil aviation authority, said the first incident occurred around 8 p.m. local time, forcing flights to divert to Ostend-Bruges and Charleroi. Officials said both airports would remain closed…

Tensions in Nigeria surged after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened military action over alleged Christian persecution. On Sunday, Nigerians awoke to reports that Trump had instructed the Pentagon to prepare intervention plans. He warned that if Nigeria failed to protect Christians, the U.S. would halt aid and “go in guns-a-blazing” to eliminate Islamist terrorists. Trump posted, “I am directing our Department of War to prepare for possible action. If we attack, it will be fast, vicious, and sweet, just like the terrorists strike our cherished Christians.” The comments ignited fierce debate across Nigeria, already struggling with insecurity and sectarian violence.…

Heavy rains triggered massive mudslides that destroyed over 1,000 homes in Kenya’s western Rift Valley. Authorities confirmed that at least 21 people died, and more than 30 remain missing after the disaster struck Chesongoch in Elgeyo Marakwet County on Saturday. Continuous downpours have pounded the region throughout the country’s short rain season, worsening the destruction. Several major roads remain impassable, and the government has deployed helicopters to airlift victims. Officials flew 30 severely injured survivors to a hospital in Eldoret City for emergency treatment. Residents Describe Panic as Disaster Hit Local witnesses said they heard a deafening roar before the…

A new international study revealed that artificial intelligence responds most effectively when prompted in Polish, while English only ranked sixth. Researchers from the University of Maryland and Microsoft examined 26 languages to identify which ones AI systems process with the highest accuracy. The research team evaluated several leading AI platforms—OpenAI, Google Gemini, Qwen, Llama, and DeepSeek—using identical inputs in each language. Their analysis overturned assumptions about English dominance in AI communication. “Our tests delivered results few expected,” the report stated. “Polish ranked first for comprehension and performance, whereas English finished sixth when handling long and complex prompts.” Machines Excel at…

Strong iPhone demand pushed Apple’s revenue higher in the three months ending in September, closing its fiscal year with record profit. The company posted stronger-than-expected results despite global trade tensions and growing competition in artificial intelligence. Apple’s September-quarter success came mainly from the powerful debut of the iPhone 17 line-up. “Apple proudly reports a record September-quarter revenue of $102.5 billion, including all-time highs for iPhone and Services,” said CEO Tim Cook. Driven by iPhone sales, Apple earned $27.5 billion (€23.8bn), nearly double its profit from a year earlier. Its stock climbed 2% in after-hours trading. Although the iPhone 17 lacks…