Author: Onu Akter

Perplexity AI has made a surprising $34.5 billion all-cash offer to acquire Google’s Chrome browser. The bid, revealed on August 12, far exceeds the startup’s own valuation, highlighting its ambition to access Chrome’s billions of users and strengthen its position in the AI search market. Founded by Aravind Srinivas, Perplexity AI has gained attention with bold acquisition attempts. Earlier this year, it proposed merging with TikTok’s U.S. operations to address concerns over Chinese ownership. Other companies, including OpenAI, Yahoo, and private equity firm Apollo Global Management, have also expressed interest in Chrome. Their moves come as regulatory scrutiny increases, pressuring…

China is rapidly shifting its AI chip market as it seeks to reduce dependence on foreign technology and build a self-reliant domestic industry. This change is reshaping the competitive landscape for major U.S. chipmakers, such as Nvidia and AMD. The move is driven by geopolitical tensions, U.S. export controls, and China’s push for industrial independence, highlighting the growing link between technology and national security. China aims to increase the share of locally made AI chips to 55% by 2027, up from just 17% in 2023. This surge comes as U.S. export restrictions limit China’s access to advanced chips such as…

Nvidia and AMD will pay the US government 15 percent of their revenue from AI chip sales to China to secure export licenses, a US official confirmed. This move comes as both companies aim to resume chip sales to China after a recent pause. Nvidia’s H20 chips and AMD’s MI308 chips are subject to this unusual arrangement. The US government set this rule to control advanced chip exports while maintaining market access for American companies. In April, the Trump administration imposed restrictions on Nvidia’s H20 and AMD’s MI308 chips, effectively blocking sales to China. However, last month both companies announced…

The United States has raised its average import tariffs to the highest level in more than 100 years, marking a dramatic escalation in President Donald Trump’s trade strategy. The new rates, ranging from 10% to 50%, took effect at 12:01 a.m. EDT on Thursday. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency began collecting the duties after weeks of tense negotiations and uncertainty over Trump’s final decisions. Major economies such as Switzerland, Brazil, and India are now scrambling to secure concessions. Some have won reduced rates, while others face steep penalties. Eight key trading partners, representing about 40% of U.S. trade,…

The future of Donald Trump’s presidency may hinge on a fierce political showdown in Texas. In the coming weeks, lawmakers in the state will decide whether to approve a new congressional map that could secure Republican control of the U.S. House through the 2026 midterms. For Democrats, the redistricting fight offers an opening to flip the House and effectively cripple Trump’s presidency in its final two years. For Republicans, it is a chance to preserve their narrow majority and keep Trump’s agenda on track. Texas Republicans have proposed a rare mid-decade redistricting plan that could give the GOP five additional…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent statement that Israel aims to take full control of the Gaza Strip marks a sharp escalation in the ongoing conflict. The move defies multiple international warnings but has drawn little objection from the United States. On Tuesday, President Donald Trump said it was “pretty much up to Israel” whether to occupy Gaza completely. When pressed the following day about giving Israel a “green light,” he shifted the conversation to US strikes on Iran earlier this year. Washington’s Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, reinforced the hands-off approach, saying the decision rested entirely with Israel. “It’s…

A number of Dubai-style chocolate bars have been recalled across the UK after it was found that they contain peanuts and other nuts not listed on the labels. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a public warning about the issue, saying the chocolates could be dangerous for people with nut allergies. The affected products include chocolate bars sold under the brand names Noesis, Fix it, and Le Damas. These popular treats have grown in demand because of a viral food trend that began in Dubai and spread online. The bars are filled with creamy pistachio and have gained millions of…

A Legionnaires Harlem outbreak has led to a third death, with 67 people now diagnosed in the area, city health officials said Tuesday. This cluster was first detected on July 25 and has since grown. The New York City Health Department reported that the number of cases rose from 58 to 67 in one day. The death toll increased from two to three. The infections are located in five Harlem ZIP codes: 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037, and 10039, including nearby neighborhoods. Legionnaires’ disease is a form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria. This bacteria grows in warm water. It…

Shakira’s ongoing tour, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, continues to draw huge crowds with many shows sold out. After a short break, she returned to the stage on August 4 at Los Angeles’ Sofi Stadium. Her performance was full of surprises and emotional moments. One highlight was Shakira’s first-ever live performance of the song Men in This Town. This track is from her 2009 album Loba but had never been played live before. The show opened this part with a message on the screen asking, “Where are all the men in this town?” This sparked excitement among the…

The third season of The Summer I Turned Pretty continues to unfold with drama around a wedding that seems far from certain. In episode 4, tensions rise as Jeremiah and Belly navigate their changing lives apart, while trying to keep the wedding plans alive. Jeremiah, played by Gavin Casalegno, has taken a new internship through his father’s contacts. Meanwhile, Belly, portrayed by Lola Tung, is working as a waitress to support herself. Both face challenges convincing their loved ones that the wedding will happen. A key moment arrives when Jeremiah asks Steven to be his “co-best man” alongside Conrad. This…