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US and Iran Set to Sign Peace Deal After More Than 100 Days of Conflict

US and Iran Set to Sign Peace Deal After More Than 100 Days of Conflict

June 15, 2026 | 12:00 pm | World News

The United States and Iran are expected to sign a peace agreement this week after announcing a ceasefire following more than 100 days of conflict. The proposed deal includes ending hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing sanctions, and releasing frozen Iranian assets, though key details have yet to be…

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Air India Launches New Mumbai–Tokyo Route to Expand Asia Network

Air India Launches New Mumbai–Tokyo Route to Expand Asia Network

June 15, 2026 | 12:00 pm | Travel & Tourism

Air India has launched a new nonstop route between Mumbai and Tokyo Haneda, beginning June 15, while also expanding services to Vietnam with direct Delhi–Hanoi flights. The new routes are part of the airline’s strategy to strengthen its presence across Asia and improve connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.

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Switzerland Votes on Landmark Plan to Cap Population at 10 Million

Switzerland Votes on Landmark Plan to Cap Population at 10 Million

June 14, 2026 | 12:00 pm | World News

Swiss voters are deciding whether to cap the country’s population at 10 million by 2050 in a referendum backed by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party. Supporters say immigration is straining housing and public services, while critics warn the measure could hurt the economy and jeopardize Switzerland’s free-movement agreement with the…

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Anthropic Restricts Access to Advanced AI Models After US Directive

Anthropic Restricts Access to Advanced AI Models After US Directive

June 13, 2026 | 12:00 pm | Technology, World News

Anthropic has disabled access to its most advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, after receiving a US government directive restricting their use by foreign nationals over national security concerns. The company said it disagrees with the scope of the order but is complying while seeking clarification. The move…

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Zuckerberg Admits Layoff Missteps Amid Meta’s AI Transformation

Zuckerberg Admits Layoff Missteps Amid Meta’s AI Transformation

June 13, 2026 | 12:00 pm | Business, Technology, World News

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg admitted the company made mistakes during its AI-driven transformation, which included major layoffs, restructuring and the reassignment of thousands of employees. Despite challenges, Zuckerberg said Meta remains committed to AI investment, while promising greater stability and no further company-wide layoffs this year.

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