SPEECHWRITER
When Don T met ChatGPT, a romcom
Don T's speeches can only get more coherent, better-reasoned, with words like 'Vivekananda' spelt out by ChatGPT phonetically for ease of tripping off his tongue. Which can mean either of two things: Don T's legions will love this new AI-assisted naturally intelligent (but not-sounding-too-intelligent) challenger to Uncle Joe; or, they won't, missing their bossman's signature brimstone and bombast. Unless, of course, Don T's prompt is: 'Write a campaign speech in the style of Donald Trump.'
From Sheikh Hasina to Wickremesingh: Check full list of global leaders that will attend Modi's oath ceremony
Narendra Modi Oath Ceremony: The people cited above said top leaders of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal and Mauritius are likely to be among the foreign leaders to be invited for Modi's oath-taking ceremony. The media division of Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe's office said Modi invited him to the swearing-in ceremony. It said Wickremesinghe accepted the invite.
Progressives forget their free-trade heritage at own peril
US President Joe Biden has not only kept in place Donald Trump’s tariffs but brought into existence subsidies and incentives worth trillions of dollars.
Arrest of Russian defence minister's deputy may be strike by rival 'clan'
Sergei Shoigu, Russia's defence minister, has tried to send a "business as usual" message since his deputy was arrested on a bribery charge. But the widening scandal looks bad for him too, and is seen as a push by a rival clan to dilute his power.
What to know about Russia’s presidential election, set to give Putin another six-year term
The upcoming election in Russia is expected to solidify President Vladimir Putin's hold on power until 2030. Opposition figures are either imprisoned or exiled, independent media has been blocked, and the Kremlin maintains strict control over the political system. Despite concerns of fairness, the election will provide insight into Russia's actions, including its invasion of Ukraine. Putin, seeking a fifth term, faces little competition on the ballot, but the fractured opposition sees the election as an opportunity to express discontent.
Former Barack Obama aides express concerns over Joe Biden's age and health. Know what they have said
Is President Joe Biden not fit enough to contest Presidential Election 2024? Two of Barack Obama's aides have expressed concerns over the age and health of the commander-in-chief. Know in detail.
Vladimir Putin will seek another presidential term in Russia, extending his rule of over two decades
About 80% of the populace approves of his performance, according to the independent pollster Levada Center. That support might come from the heart or it might reflect submission to a leader whose crackdown on any opposition has made even relatively mild criticism perilous.
Henry Kissinger was a trusted confidant to President Nixon until the bitter, bizarre end
The German-born diplomat who got the U.S. out of Vietnam after bloody, costly years of delay and into China in a sudden burst of secret diplomacy died Wednesday at his home in Connecticut. He was 100. With his gruff yet commanding public presence and behind-the-scenes maneuvers, Kissinger exerted unprecedented influence on global affairs under Presidents Nixon and Gerald Ford.
Hollywood agency cut ties with Susan Sarandon for controversial remarks at pro-Palestinian rally
The 77-year-old actress lambasted at the Jewish community pro-Palestine rally in New York on Friday, saying they were "getting a taste of how it feels to be Muslim in America”. There are a lot of people that are afraid, that are afraid of being Jewish at this time. Jews in America are getting a taste of what it feels like to be a Muslim in this country, so often subjected to violence," she said at the rally.
Who is Matt Gaetz? Know about the US Congressman who led the historic ousting of House speaker Kevin McCarthy
Earlier in the year, Gaetz spearheaded an effort to prevent McCarthy from becoming House Speaker.
Russia holds elections in occupied Ukrainian regions in an effort to tighten its grip there
Russian authorities are holding local elections in occupied parts of Ukraine this weekend, in an attempt to strengthen their control over the territories they illegally annexed a year ago. The voting has been criticised by Kyiv and the West, who consider it a violation of international law. Russia, however, is keen to maintain the illusion of normalcy and show that the political process is going according to plan.
US President Joe Biden leaves for India to attend G20 Summit
US President Joe Biden is set to attend the G20 Summit in New Delhi, India. He will follow COVID-19 guidelines during his visit, while his wife, First Lady Jill Biden, remains in quarantine after testing positive for the virus. Biden is expected to meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss various topics, including Ukraine and emerging technologies. The G20 Summit will address issues such as climate change and global infrastructure. Several world leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, will also attend the summit.
Apple bosses steer clear of mentioning AI at WWDC
Generative AI has become the tech world's biggest buzzword ever since Microsoft-backed OpenAI released ChatGPT late last year, revealing the capabilities of the emerging technology.
AI political fakery sparks fears for US 2024 race
The 2024 presidential race is expected to be the first American election that will see the widespread use of advanced tools powered by artificial intelligence that have increasingly blurred the boundaries between fact and fiction.
Real or not, reported Kremlin drone attack unsettles Russia
Russia's claim that two Ukrainian drones penetrated the heart of Moscow, reaching the Kremlin before being shot down, is shrouded in ambiguity, with many people asking why the videos and images only emerged after the announcement, and why the incident had taken place on a day when media around the world was watching Russian military prowess in action. The announcement may prove counterproductive, risking undermining citizens' trust in the country's powerful military. Some experts suggest that it may be a "declaration of intent", a demonstration of capability that nobody in Russia is safe.
US President Joe Biden vows "to protect" country in State of the Union speech, refers to China balloon
"I'm committed to work with China where we can advance American interests and benefit the world," US President Joe Biden said. "But make no mistake about it: as we made clear last week, if China threatens our sovereignty, we will act to protect our country. And we did." Beijing denied the balloon was an espionage device.
State of the Union Address: Here’s what to expect from US President Joe Biden’s second address
US President Joe Biden will give his second address to a Joint Session of Congress at the Capitol on Tuesday, February 7 at 9 pm ET.
UP Congress leader booked for sexist remark against Smriti Irani
Station House Officer of Roberstganj Police Station, Balmukund Mishra, told PTI, "A case has been registered against Ajay Rai on the complaint lodged by BJP's mahila morcha head of Sonbhdra Pushpa Singh at the Robertsganj Police Station."
Joe Biden names Indian Americans as speechwriter and Deputy Director of Office of Presidential Personnel
The appointment of Reddy and Raghavan comes along with the announcement of four other senior White House staff appointments by Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.
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