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Trump announces $500 billion 'Stargate' AI venture headed by Oracle, OpenAI, SoftBank

President Trump announced a $500 billion private-sector initiative, “Stargate,” to develop AI infrastructure in the U.S., with companies like Oracle, OpenAI, and SoftBank committing initial investments. The project, starting with a data center in Texas, aims to create over 100,000 jobs, with Oracle stocks surging following the announcement. Trump also discussed potential TikTok deals involving Elon Musk or Larry Ellison, suggesting a U.S. permit arrangement in exchange for half ownership of the platform.

Ending birthright citizenship and more: How 4 of Trump’s new executive orders could affect you

President Trump signed a total of 26 executive orders, 12 memorandums, and four proclamations on his first day back in office, signaling a changing of the guard and delivering on his 2024 campaign promises.

Trump issued an executive order attempting to deny birthright citizenship to children born after Feb. 19, 2025, whose parents did not have U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency at the time of birth, sparking a legal challenge from 18 states.

Trump rescinded three Biden administration efforts aimed at lowering prescription drug costs, including experiments that could have capped certain generic drug prices for Medicare beneficiaries and streamlined the evidence-gathering process for new drugs. including experiments that could have capped certain generic drug prices for Medicare

Samsung debuts Galaxy S25 line with a heavy focus on AI

Samsung unveiled its Galaxy S25 series at the Galaxy Unpacked event, featuring AI-focused upgrades alongside modest hardware changes. The lineup, available starting Feb. 7, includes the Galaxy S25 ($799), S25+ ($999), and S25 Ultra ($1,299), differing primarily in screen sizes (6.2”, 6.7”, and 6.9”) and camera capabilities, with the Ultra boasting a 200MP wide-angle lens. Highlighting its Galaxy AI platform, Samsung aims to attract buyers with advanced AI features like app interaction, rather than relying solely on hardware enhancements.

Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S25 on January 22 — here’s what we expect

Samsung’s next Unpacked event is scheduled for January 22 at 10 a.m. PT, where it will unveil the Galaxy S25 lineup comprising the S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. This flagship release follows Samsung’s usual cadence of launching Galaxy S models in early-year events, with foldables debuting in the summer. The S25 series is expected to feature a slimmer design (1–2 mm thinner), Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chip (in most markets), and a stronger focus on Galaxy AI, distinguishing it from competing Android devices’ AI capabilities.

Samsung is offering a $50 store credit for preorders made before the event, further emphasizing its anticipation for the S25’s release.

Elon Musk and Sam Altman take to social media to fight over Stargate

Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are clashing on X over Stargate, a $500 billion data center project announced to support OpenAI’s AI workloads. Musk criticized Stargate’s financial claims, alleging insufficient funds from investors like SoftBank, while Altman defended the initiative as beneficial for the U.S. and called Musk’s allegations untrue. Despite the heated exchange, Altman acknowledged Musk’s entrepreneurial influence, even as Musk’s xAI, a rival AI firm, continues its lawsuit against OpenAI over anticompetitive practices.

13 Dead After Jumping Off Train Over Fire Rumour, Getting Hit By Another

Recent reports indicate a significant decline in the number of Indian students migrating to North America for higher education. In 2023, approximately 269,000 Indian students enrolled in U.S. institutions, while 427,000 chose Canadian universities. However, stricter immigration policies under the Trump administration have led to a 30% decrease in Indian student arrivals to the U.S., and Canada’s tightened rules have resulted in a sharper 60% drop. This has caused a combined 50% reduction in Indian student arrivals for courses beginning in January, with a similar trend expected for the September intake. 

Movie News

Box Office: Sankranthiki Beats Guntur Kaaram

Venkatesh’s film Sankranthiki Vasthunam is experiencing exceptional success at the Indian box office, amassing ₹122 crores within its first week. This performance has surpassed other major Tollywood releases, including Guntur Kaaram, which, despite a strong opening, faced a significant decline in collections due to unfavorable reviews.  The top five Sankranti grossers are:

1. HanuMan – ₹201.63 crores

2. Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo – ₹201 crores

3. Sarileru Neekevvaru – ₹169.55 crores

4. Waltair Veerayya – ₹162 crores

5. Sankranthiki Vasthunam – ₹128.18 crores

Rashmika Speaks About ‘Retirement’ After Chhaava

Rashmika Mandanna, who is gradually establishing her Bollywood presence, is set to star in Chhaava, portraying Maharani Yesubai in the story of Maratha King Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, alongside Vicky Kaushal. During the trailer launch, Rashmika expressed deep gratitude for the role, humorously stating that she would be content to “retire” after such a significant opportunity. Reflecting on the emotional trailer, she praised Vicky Kaushal’s portrayal, calling him “Chhaava,” and shared her excitement for the film’s release on February 14th.

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