US-Hamas direct talks: What’s happening and what comes next

Labour MP Mark Sewards has introduced an AI chatbot, "AI Mark Sewards," developed with local firm Neural Voice, allowing constituents to engage with him 24/7 for assistance and concerns. While the service aims to enhance communication, it has faced challenges, such as limited responses to specific inquiries about local issues and voting history. Want More Context? 🔎

Police discovered the body of a 26-year-old woman who was swept away after a car became stranded in floodwaters in Rothbury, NSW, while attempting to drive through Black Creek. A 27-year-old woman, the driver, was rescued, as heavy rain and snow caused widespread flooding, leading to over 2500 emergency incidents and multiple rescues by the NSW State Emergency Service. Want More Context? 🔎

Russian Pacific Fleet says joint patrol with China in the Asia Pacific will follow naval drill in the Sea of Japan.Russian and Chinese naval vessels are set to conduct a joint patrol in the Asia Pacific after recent exercises in the Sea of Japan, as part of their strategic partnership amid rising US military presence in the region. This follows five days of joint drills focusing on anti-submarine and air defense, emphasizing their coordinated military...

The mother of a 15-year-old boy attacked and robbed by a gang near Avondale train station in Auckland is urging for the assailants to be identified. The boy was hospitalized after the unprovoked assault, during which his new Nike sneakers were stolen, and he sustained injuries including a cut above his eye. Want More Context? 🔎

An Oregon man, Jesse Lee Calhoun, has been indicted for the murder of 22-year-old Kristin Smith, adding to charges for three other women's deaths. Calhoun faces second-degree murder and abuse of a corpse charges, with ongoing investigations into potential links to a fifth victim, Ashley Real, as authorities address concerns of a possible serial killer in the region. Want More Context? 🔎

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated an investigation into a Rs 260 crore global cyber fraud, executing searches across various cities. Fraudsters impersonated law enforcement and tech support to extort victims, converting the illicit funds into cryptocurrency and laundering them through hawala networks and individuals in the UAE. Want More Context? 🔎