Author: Shaurya Negi

Meta Platforms, which is owned by Facebook, has cut plans to hire engineers by at least 30% this year. CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday, warned them to brace for a severe economic downturn. “If I had to bet, I’d say this could be one of the worst downturns in recent history,” Zuckerberg mentioned. According to Zuckerberg, Meta has reduced its aim for hiring engineers in 2022 to around 6,000-7,000. It got down from an initial plan to hire about 10,000 new engineers.  Meta confirmed hiring freezes in broad terms Meta confirmed hiring freezes in broad terms last month. But the…

The government of New Zealand has declared that the American far-right groups- The Proud Boys and The Base are terrorist organizations. The two groups join 18 others, including the Islamic State. They have been designated as terrorist. Thus, making it illegal in New Zealand to fund, recruit, or participate in the groups and requiring authorities to take action against them. The US groups are not known to be active in New Zealand. Though the South Pacific nation has become more aware of far-right threats. It follows the shooting and killing of 51 Muslim worshippers at two Christchurch mosques in 2019.…

According to the Israeli military, Palestinian gunmen opened fire on Jewish worshipers on June 30. The incident happened at a flashpoint holy site in the occupied West Bank. thus injuring an Israeli military officer and two civilians.

Ghislaine Maxwell, a jet-setting socialite who once hung out with royalty, presidents, and billionaires, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Tuesday. She assisted financier Jeffrey Epstein in sexually abusing underage girls. The harsh sentence was a victory for a group of women who fought for justice for years. As after an earlier generation of prosecutors failed to pursue the predatory power couple. Jeffery Epstein, committed suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial. He sexually abused children hundreds of times over a decade, taking advantage of vulnerable girls as young as 14. Prosecutors claimed he couldn’t have done it without…

An Iranian official said on Monday that Iran has submitted an application to join the BRICS group of emerging economies. Iran’s membership in the BRICS group, “would result in added values for both sides,” according to a spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry. Iranian President Seyed Ebrahim Rayeesi has been invited to the BRICS meeting in China. As the host of the BRICS Summit 2022, Chinese President Xi Jinping has invited President Rayeesi to attend and deliver a speech. Raynes will speak about the Islamic Republic’s positions on international issues. Also, about the advancement of trade and economic cooperation with…

The Biden administration unveiled new regulations that limit authorities’ ability to pursue immigration to those who entered the country recently without authorization. Also, who are thought to be a threat to public safety in response to criticism from both political parties of its immigration policy. The Department of Homeland Security stated that it will follow the decision issued earlier this month. Despite the fact that it “strongly disagrees” with it and is appealing to it. Immigrant advocates and experts said the suspension of Biden’s order would only instill fear in immigrant communities. Many illegal immigrants will now be afraid to…

After a shooting in the center of Norway’s capital, Oslo, a 42-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder, attempted murder, and terrorist acts. The attack happened in a busy nightlife district, killing two people and injuring 21 others. On Saturday, around 01:00 local time (23:00 GMT), there was gunfire in three locations, including a gay bar. Shots were fired near the Herr Nilsen jazz club and a takeaway near the London Pub, a popular LGBTQ+ venue. The annual Pride parade in Oslo was scheduled for Saturday but has been cancelled due to police advice. “We will be proud and…

The emir of Qatar arrived in Cairo late Friday for talks with the President of Egypt. His first visit to the country after years of strained relations and a boycott of Doha by four Arab states, including Egypt. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani was welcomed at the airport by President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, a courtesy reserved for leaders of heavyweight allies. The visit comes ahead of President Joe Biden’s upcoming trip to the Middle East. According to a statement released by the Egyptian president’s office, the two leaders will discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations. They will also discuss…

On Thursday, House Senate (House of representatives) panel passed a bipartisan online privacy bill. It aimed at limiting the collection of personal data. Though it is unclear whether it will become law. The bill would require companies such as Alphabet’s Google and Meta’s Facebook, among others, to collect only the personal data required to provide services. Sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, would be further safeguarded. However, the legislation faces a steep uphill battle to become law. Nonetheless, consumer advocates say the proposed compromise legislation is the most significant step forward in efforts to pass a federal privacy law. Those…

CATL, the Chinese battery giant, announced on Thursday that it will begin mass production of its latest generation product next year.  It will start with greater efficiency that will allow electric cars to travel longer distances on each charge. The world’s largest battery manufacturer is scrambling to maintain its lead over rivals such as BYD. Thus, will soon begin supplying batteries to Tesla. This new battery is called Qilin, after a creature from Chinese legend books. It’s not only more energy dense, but it also charges faster and is said to be safer and last longer. CATL’s new Qilin battery…