AI tool to ‘undress women’: Grok under fire for generating non-consensual sexualised images; Musk pokes fun

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok is facing backlash for a feature that creates sexualised images of women without consent. Users have digitally removed clothing from pictures, including of children, prompting complaints and emotional harm. Grok acknowledged safeguard lapses, saying “We’ve identified lapses in safeguards and are urgently fixing them,” while Musk posted laugh-cry emojis at […]

Beware of duplicates: New York’s top jewellers trade abuse and blows over copycat scam in Diamond District

A customer complaint over a bracelet ignited a fiery brawl in New York’s Diamond District. Jeweller Maksud Agadjani confronted rival Akay Diamonds over alleged fraud and brand impersonation. The dispute escalated into a public fight, leading to arrests and hospitalisation. Agadjani, claiming he was strangled, had already refunded the customer.

Middle East budget travel: SalamAir launches direct Muscat to Damascus flights at surprising low price

Budget travellers rejoice! Oman’s SalamAir is launching direct flights from Muscat to Damascus starting May 2026, with one-way fares at this minimal price. The move significantly boosts connectivity to the historic Syrian capital, offering affordable and convenient travel for cultural exploration and visiting family. The airline’s expansion aims to strengthen regional ties and make previously […]

Charlie Kirk killing video raises new questions as Brian Harpole footage spreads and Candace Owens is urged to respond

A new video showing Brian Harpole before Charlie Kirk’s shooting has sparked strong online debate. Some viewers call his actions suspicious, while others see nothing wrong. Candace Owens has raised questions but shared no proof. Police say Tyler Robinson is the only suspect, and no official finding links Harpole to the killing.

‘Potential terrorist attack’: FBI says it thwarted New Year’s Eve plot in North Carolina; claims suspect ‘inspired by ISIS’

US authorities have foiled an ISIS-inspired New Year’s Eve attack plot by an 18-year-old North Carolina man. Christan Sturdivant allegedly planned to use knives and hammers against shoppers and responding officers. A handwritten plan detailing his intentions was discovered. He faces charges for supporting a foreign terrorist group.

Did Nick Shirley call his own work satire? Journalist Caolan Robertson raises doubts as Minnesota daycare video spreads

Nick Shirley’s viral Minnesota daycare video is facing new scrutiny after journalist Caolan Robertson said Shirley once called his own work “satire.” Robertson raised concerns about Shirley’s reporting style, linking it to past Ukraine videos. CBS News later challenged Shirley’s claims after finding active children and staff at a daycare he portrayed as empty.

‘You want to go back to the jungle?’: Elon Musk’s father Errol claims US will be ‘doomed’ if whites become minority

Errol Musk sparked controversy with remarks on US demographic change, warning of severe consequences as the white population declines. He drew parallels to South Africa, denying apartheid’s oppression. These comments, widely condemned, intersect with political tensions and echo discredited racial theories, placing Musk at the center of a debate on demographics and identity.

UAE Bank end SMS OTPs for online transactions from Jan 6, switch to biometric authentication

UAE banks are phasing out SMS OTPs for online card payments starting January 6, 2026, due to security risks like SIM-swapping and phishing. This shift mandates in-app authentication via push notifications and biometric verification, enhancing transaction security and user experience. Residents must update their bank apps and enable notifications to avoid payment disruptions.