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Israel’s military said it continues to carry out strikes against Hezbollah members and infrastructure in southern Lebanon, even as a recently signed US-Iran memorandum of understanding calls for a halt to hostilities in the region. In a statement, the Israeli military said it had conducted multiple air and ground attacks overnight, targeting what it described as Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon. It said the operations were in response to “repeated violations of the ceasefire” by the militant group. The developments come amid heightened regional sensitivity following diplomatic efforts led by Washington and Tehran to de-escalate broader Middle East tensions. Casualties…

US President Donald Trump has described the memorandum of understanding with Iran as being close to Tehran’s “unconditional surrender,” claiming the United States completely defeated Iran militarily while choosing a limited agreement to avoid a wider global crisis. In a social media message and remarks reported by Axios, Trump said the war demonstrated American military superiority, but continuing the operation could have triggered a global economic shock by threatening the Strait of Hormuz and oil supplies. Trump said the United States had “completely defeated Iran militarily” and argued that the memorandum signed with Tehran was “probably an unconditional surrender.” The…

The US Department of Defense is seeking approximately $80 billion to cover expenses linked to the recent war involving Iran, along with other outstanding non-combat financial obligations, according to a report by the The Wall Street Journal. US Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg reportedly told lawmakers this week that the Pentagon requires additional funding to address war-related costs as well as other non-war expenditures. The newspaper, citing individuals familiar with the matter, said a broader supplemental funding request—covering both defense and non-defense priorities—could be submitted to Congress in the coming days. Rising questions over war costs While the total financial impact…

Indian social media influencer Orhan Awatramani, widely known as Orry, has revealed striking details about his earnings from digital fame, claiming that a single Instagram reel has earned him as much as ₹7.6 million. Speaking on a recent podcast, Orry said his income largely comes from social media collaborations, brand partnerships, and paid appearances at private events. He stated that his viral content can generate extremely high payouts, with one Instagram reel reportedly bringing in ₹7.6 million (₹76 lakh) in earnings. High fees for private events Orry also revealed that he charges between ₹1.5 million and ₹2.5 million for attending private…

Acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has offered new insight into the much-anticipated sequel to 3 Idiots, revealing that the story will shift far beyond college life and instead explore the characters’ journeys as middle-aged adults. Speaking in a recent interview, Hirani confirmed that the script is still under development and requires significant work before moving into production. “I’m still working on that script. There is a lot of work left,” Hirani said. “It’s primarily about what happens to these characters 15–20 years later.” He explained that the sequel will move away from the campus setting that defined the original 2009 blockbuster and…

Google has officially discontinued its older Nest Mini and Nest Audio smart speakers as the company continues to reshape its smart home strategy around newer, AI-driven products powered by Gemini. The move marks the end of production for two of Google’s most widely used entry-level smart speakers, both of which were first launched in 2019 and helped establish the company’s presence in the competitive smart home market. Older Nest devices discontinued According to a statement shared with TechAdvisor, Google confirmed that it has ended production of the devices as part of a broader portfolio update. “As we continue to build…

An Iran-linked hacking group has claimed to have breached FBI-operated drone systems and issued a warning related to security at the ongoing FIFA World Cup in the United States, raising fresh concerns about cyber threats targeting major international events. According to cybersecurity monitoring organization SITE Intelligence Group, the group known as Handala alleged that it had maintained access to sensitive surveillance data collected through FBI drones for several months. The claims come amid heightened geopolitical tensions and increased scrutiny of cyber activities linked to Iran following recent regional conflicts involving the United States, Israel, and Tehran. Hackers claim access to surveillance data Handala…

Experts have warned that blanket social media bans for teenagers could have unintended consequences, potentially driving young users toward less regulated online spaces, including anonymous platforms and, in some cases, the dark web. The concerns come as Australia continues to implement its landmark under-16 social media ban, making it the first country to introduce such nationwide restrictions. According to Australia’s eSafety Commission, seven out of ten parents whose children already had social media accounts reported that their teenagers continued accessing age-restricted platforms despite the ban. Experts divided on dark web risk Speaking to Metro, cybersecurity experts said the possibility of teenagers…

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has announced that no transit fees will be charged for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz for the next 60 days, as Tehran begins implementing provisions of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding signed with the United States to end months of conflict. The move marks a major step toward restoring normal maritime traffic through one of the world’s most strategically important waterways after the US-Iran war disrupted global energy markets and international shipping routes. In a statement issued on Thursday evening and carried by Iranian state broadcaster IRIB, the Supreme National Security Council confirmed…

India’s temporary restriction on Telegram has sparked a sharp rise in VPN downloads and alternative messaging app installations, as millions of users sought ways to stay connected after authorities blocked access to the platform over concerns related to exam fraud. According to app intelligence firm Appfigures, the day India announced the Telegram restriction marked the country’s biggest day for VPN app downloads since the start of 2025. Downloads of major VPN applications jumped 49%, rising from an average of 139,000 daily downloads to 208,000. VPN apps see massive growth Several VPN providers recorded significant increases in downloads following the restriction.…