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Several leading media organizations have voiced strong opposition to a proposal by Donald Trump to restrict visas for overseas journalists. The groups argue that such a move would undermine press freedom, limit global reporting, and harm the United States’ image as a champion of free speech. Reports suggest that the Trump campaign is considering policies that would make it harder for international journalists to obtain or renew visas to work in the United States. The proposal has raised alarms within the global press community, which sees it as an attempt to restrict critical reporting and reduce foreign coverage of U.S.…

In a development that could reshape the global entertainment industry, reports suggest that Paramount and Skydance are preparing a potential takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery (WBD). If confirmed, the deal would be among the most significant mergers in recent media history, bringing together some of Hollywood’s most iconic studios under one corporate umbrella. Industry insiders indicate that early talks have already taken place, although no official statement has been released by either party. The reported move highlights the growing trend of consolidation in Hollywood, where traditional studios are racing to adapt to the streaming era and increasing competition from…

A large immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia will delay its start by at least two months. The company confirmed the setback after hundreds of foreign workers were detained. raid triggers diplomatic tension The raid has intensified tensions between the United States and South Korea. Many of the detained workers came from South Korea. President Yoon warned the incident could discourage foreign investment in the United States. South Korean officials said many workers were sent temporarily to help launch the new plant. Hyundai chief executive José Muñoz told American media the raid will cause a delay of at…

Brazil’s Supreme Court found Jair Bolsonaro guilty of plotting a coup to remain in power after losing the 2022 election. Three of five justices ruled against Bolsonaro on five counts, while one justice voted for acquittal. Justice Cármen Lúcia confirmed the conviction Thursday, following Justice Luiz Fux’s dissent. The court will announce Bolsonaro’s sentence once the final justice casts a vote. The 70-year-old former president currently serves house arrest for violating restrictions on political messaging. Political Tensions Escalate The ruling deepens Brazil’s political divisions and could trigger U.S. government backlash. Donald Trump called Bolsonaro’s trial a “witch hunt” and linked…

The European Central Bank kept its deposit rate unchanged at 2%, aligning with analyst expectations.The rate remains at its lowest in more than two years, following eight cuts since June 2024.The ECB also left its refinancing and marginal lending rates steady at 2.15% and 2.40%.President Christine Lagarde said inflation is stabilising around the 2% target in the medium term.Eurozone inflation stood at 2.1% in August, after 2% in June and July.The EU-US trade deal adds clarity, but the ECB is still assessing its full impact.Lagarde noted political instability in France could weigh on investment and economic confidence.Oxford Economics forecasts 0.8%…

US pharmaceutical giant Merck has scrapped a planned £1bn expansion of its UK operations. The company said the government is not investing enough in the life sciences sector. The multinational business, known as MSD in Europe, will move its research to the US and cut UK jobs. Executives blamed successive governments for undervaluing innovative medicines and vaccines. Industry experts warned that the decision could discourage other global pharmaceutical companies from investing in Britain. Government defends record but admits challenges A government spokesperson defended investments in science and research but admitted more work remains to be done. Officials highlighted recent programmes…

Eyewitnesses reported seeing Charlie Kirk take a bullet to the neck before aides rushed him off stage for treatment. US President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk’s death later on Wednesday, calling him “great, and even legendary” on Truth Social. Trump said Kirk understood American youth better than anyone and expressed condolences to his wife Erika and their family. Aubrey Laitsch, public relations manager for Turning Point USA, initially confirmed Kirk was in critical condition and urged supporters to pray. Shooting Occurs During Campus Debate Kirk spoke under a tent at Utah Valley University with banners reading “The American Comeback” and “Prove…

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison has overtaken Elon Musk as the world’s richest person after Oracle shares surged.His 41% stake is now valued at $393bn, compared with Musk’s $384bn fortune, according to Bloomberg.Oracle stock jumped more than 40% in early trading to $340 a share, valuing the company at $958bn.It marked Oracle’s largest single-day increase and the biggest wealth gain ever on Bloomberg’s index.Ellison, 81, also owns Tesla shares, a Hawaiian island, a sailing team, and the Indian Wells Open tennis event.Musk and Ellison share close ties, with Ellison investing $1bn in Musk’s Twitter takeover in 2022.Musk frequently visits Ellison’s Hawaiian…

Artificial intelligence is leading the tech world, and voice AI startups are quickly becoming the hottest area for investment. Venture capital funds are flowing into these companies as investors look for the next big opportunity. Data shows that voice AI startups have seen rapid growth over the last 12 to 18 months. Many companies in this space have tripled their valuations, signaling strong market demand and long-term potential. One notable example is ElevenLabs, a Brooklyn-based company that lets creators and businesses replicate voices in multiple languages using AI software. The startup first reached unicorn status in January 2024 with an…

Reflection AI, an AI startup focused on coding automation, is nearing a $5.5 billion valuation in a planned $1 billion funding round. The deal, if completed, would mark nearly a tenfold increase from its previous valuation of $545 million just six months ago. The upcoming round is expected to include Nvidia’s venture arm with at least $250 million in investment. Other major backers are likely to include Sequoia Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and DST Global, signaling strong confidence in the startup’s growth potential. Reflection AI was founded in 2024 by Misha Laskin and Ioannis Antonoglou, former researchers at Google DeepMind.…