Pope Leo Calls For 'Slower Pace' Of AI Adoption, Says It Makes War More 'Feasible' Pope Leo XIV called for stronger regulation of artificial intelligence and a slower pace of adoption as he warned of different dangers it could pose, including being too concentrated in the hands of few people and making war more "feasible." International Business Times · May 25
Amid West Asia turmoil, Quad foreign ministers gather to reinforce Indo-Pacific stability Quad foreign ministers convene in New Delhi. Discussions will focus on the West Asia crisis and Indo-Pacific security. Cooperation in critical minerals and technology is also on the agenda. The meeting will review ongoing initiatives and recent developments. This gathering sets the stage for a future Quad summit in India. The Economic Times · May 25
Trump Just Bet $2 Billion on Quantum Computing: Ranking IBM, QBTS and RGTI Stock Now Trump’s $2 billion quantum computing investment reshaped the sector overnight. IBM looks safest, but pure-play investors face a tougher choice between D-Wave’s traction and Rigetti’s upside. Barchart · May 25
US has ‘pretty solid’ draft peace deal with Iran as oil prices fall IN FULL The Independent UK · May 25
Rubio Says Iran Deal Could Happen On Monday, But Tehran Says Nothing Is 'Imminent' Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a deal with Iran could take place on Monday, but Tehran cautioned that "no one can claim" that progress made "means an imminent agreement is about to be signed." International Business Times · May 25
What needs to be agreed to end the Iran war? Iran and the US are nearing an understanding on a 14-point memorandum of understanding. Discussions focus on ending the Middle East war and a US naval blockade. In return, Iran would ensure safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz. While progress is reported, difficult issues like Iran's nuclear program and… The Economic Times · May 25
The language of the American presidency doesn’t apply to Trump Trump and his allies have so undermined the US government that we need a new vocabulary to describe them The Guardian - US · May 25
Trump hits back at ‘losers who know nothing’ after Republicans turn on Iran peace deal The plan would reportedly see the Strait of Hormuz reopen and the U.S. lift its blockade on Iranian ports - but senior GOP figures have warned it could be a “disaster” The Independent UK · May 25
'Deal will be great or ...': Trump reiterates nuclear red line in US-Iran talks US President Donald Trump has reiterated that any agreement with Iran must meet Washington’s core demands, warning that there would either be a “great and meaningful deal” or “no deal at all” as negotiations to end the months-long conflict entered a critical phase. The Times of India · May 25
Donald Trump to Sacrifice Ukraine? Shocking Warning From Former White House Insider Miles Taylor warns that domestic political pressure on Trump could lead to more aggressive foreign policy moves, with Ukraine remaining a key source of tension. International Business Times UK · May 25
Pope urges 'disarming' of artificial intelligence in major manifesto VATICAN CITY - Pope Leo XIV called on Monday for the "disarming" of artificial intelligence in his long-awaited manifesto on the rapidly developing technology, and warned of "new forms of slavery" behind its rise. Bangkok Post · May 25
Salon · May 25 Veterans see the war’s silver lining The widespread opposition and mobilization against the Iran war offers hope
The Guardian - AU · May 25 Australian taxpayers subsidise Big Mining’s use of fossil fuel to the tune of $4bn a year. It’s a strange way to tackle emissions Given the scale of its contribution to global heating, the world’s biggest miner has a duty to invest heavily in solutions that could have a global impact
International Business Times UK · May 25 Where Is Mojtaba Khamenei Now? US Intelligence Reports on Injured Iran Supreme Leader Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is reportedly injured and in hiding, complicating sensitive negotiations with the US due to a complex courier system delaying communication.
International Business Times UK · May 25 Former Trump Supporter Tim Dillon Turns on MAGA Over World War Fears With 'They Want Your Children Dead' Claim Comedian Tim Dillon delivers a scathing critique of the MAGA movement, accusing it of manipulating voters and raising fears of another war, highlighting growing internal divisions.
The Guardian - UK · May 25 First Thing: US and Iran inch closer to peace deal as Trump faces criticism from GOP hawks US president says he is not rushing into a deal after proposed plan to end war prompts Republican backlash. Plus, mood in Russia turns against Putin
AAP · May 25 Pope urges world to 'slow down' on AI in fervent plea Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit.
The Guardian - US · May 25 The world is heading toward a financial crisis – the state of US politics has left us ill-prepared Trump’s second term has revealed that Washington’s policy response to such a crisis will be misguided and full of chaos
Salon · May 25 Border wall contracts face scrutiny Lawsuit says admin gave contracts to just 2 firms — one of which faced legal issues and claims of shoddy work
The Independent UK · May 25 Rubio blames ‘stupid people’ when questioned over Trump’s India comments IN FULL
Euronews · May 25 Vučić defends Serbia's Chinese ties on controversial visit to Beijing Xi Jinping has welcomed a run of world leaders in recent months, including Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.