April 2 as a kind of tariffs Super Bowl, during which all of his many promised import taxes will go into effect. But as he has demonstrated many times before, Trump once again appears to be offering a lot of hype and little action. Trump administration officials are trying to tamp down expectations that every pledged tariff action will go into effect April 2, Bloomberg and the Wall Street Journal reported this weekend. Instead, a significantly reduced batch of tariffs will be announced next week, and more could follow later, although both reports said the situation remains fluid and the…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
President Donald Trump stated on Monday that he will impose tariffs of 25% on any nation that purchases oil from Venezuela. “Venezuela has been very hostile to the United States and the Freedoms which we espouse. Therefore, any Country that purchases Oil and/or Gas from Venezuela will be forced to pay a Tariff of 25% to the United States on any Trade they do with our Country,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social. Trump claimed, without providing evidence, that Venezuela has “purposefully and deceitfully” sent criminals, including violent individuals and members of gangs like Tren de Aragua, to…
As the hype for Grand Theft Auto 6 continues to escalate, fans are eagerly seeking any hint of a second trailer. The latest rumor suggests that Rockstar Games will release the next trailer on April 1, 2025—April Fool’s Day—based on an in-game t-shirt in GTA Online. But is this a genuine clue or merely wishful thinking? The theory originates from a grey t-shirt in GTA Online called the “One Day Will Reveal All” shirt. Around its border, players have noticed a set of numbers, including 040125, which fans speculate could indicate a trailer release on April 1, 2025. This isn’t…
Huawei has revolutionized its smartphone offerings by integrating two powerful AI models, Pangu and DeepSeek, into its latest flagship device, the Pura X. This fusion of technologies has garnered significant attention, highlighting the company’s innovative approach to AI in mobile devices. Pangu, a suite of AI models developed by Huawei, has been a cornerstone of the company’s AI-driven technologies. It includes large language models (LLMs) designed for applications in weather forecasting, drug discovery, and more. Huawei previously launched Pangu Model 5.0 at HDC 2024, boasting a diverse set of features, including visual, prediction, multi-style, natural language, and scientific computing models.…
Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, was scheduled to conduct a demonstration of its internet services on April 9 at the upcoming Bangladesh Investment Summit, as announced by Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Executive Chairman Ashik Chowdhury during a press briefing on March 23 at the Foreign Service Academy. However, Chowdhury clarified that this demonstration would not signify the official launch of Starlink in Bangladesh, as the commercial rollout would require more time. The Bangladesh Investment Summit was set to take place from April 7 to April 10 at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka, having already garnered significant interest. According to BIDA,…
Apple is reportedly developing a built-in camera for the Apple Watch, with the aim of enhancing its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, according to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The tech giant is said to be targeting a 2027 release for the smartwatch, which could signify a substantial evolution in wearable technology. Gurman’s latest report indicates that Apple is actively exploring various camera placements for both its standard Apple Watch Series models and the robust Ultra line. For the standard model, the camera may be embedded within the display, akin to the front-facing camera found on iPhones. Meanwhile, for the…
The immediate restoration of the social media platform ‘X’ in Pakistan remains improbable, as negotiations between the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and the platform’s overseas management have failed to yield a resolution. According to inside sources, the PTA has resolved not to independently reinstate the service without explicit directives from the government or the courts. PTA officials confirmed to Samaa TV that despite numerous exchanges of correspondence, ‘X’ has declined to register in Pakistan or adhere to local regulations. The regulatory body maintains that the platform’s operational policies clash with Pakistani legal frameworks, preventing a potential agreement. The PTA further…
An Israeli air strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis has killed at least two people, including a senior Hamas official and a 16-year-old boy, according to Hamas and health officials. Hamas, in a statement, confirmed the death of Ismail Barhoum, a member of the group’s political bureau, who was undergoing treatment at the hospital at the time of the attack late Sunday. The armed group condemned the strike, calling it a violation of international laws and an example of Israel’s “systematic killing” of Palestinian civilians and leadership. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed that Barhoum was the intended target…
Ukrainian and US delegations met in Riyadh on Sunday to discuss measures for protecting critical infrastructure and energy facilities, as part of a broader diplomatic push by US President Donald Trump to end the three-year-long war. The high-level discussions, attended by Ukraine’s Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, were followed by US special envoy Steve Witkoff expressing optimism about the prospects of securing a ceasefire. “I feel that [Russian President Vladimir] Putin wants peace,” Witkoff told Fox News. He suggested that Monday’s scheduled talks between the US and Russian delegations in Saudi Arabia could yield “real progress” on securing a Black Sea…
South Korea’s Constitutional Court on Monday reinstated Prime Minister Han Duck-soo as acting president, overturning his impeachment nearly three months after he was suspended from office. Han, who took over as acting leader following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment in December, was removed from his position by the opposition-led parliament on December 27. The court’s ruling immediately restores his authority as the country’s interim leader. “I am grateful for the wise decision made by the Constitutional Court,” Han said in a televised address, thanking cabinet members for their work in his absence. “We will work together to prepare and implement…
