Tuesday, April 28
Saudi Arabia has launched HUMAIN Chat, a conversational AI app powered by the ALLAM 34B Arabic language model. Developed entirely in the Kingdom by a diverse team, the app supports Arabic dialects, bilingual chat, and real-time search. It marks a major step in building sovereign, culturally aligned AI, with regional rollout and global expansion planned.
During a White House meeting, US President Trump highlighted the sensitive "comfort women" issue with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, despite focusing on security and economic ties. Trump noted Korea's deep concern over the matter, contrasting it with Japan's desire to move forward.
Ismael Zambada García, also known as El Mayo, pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges in a New York courtroom, marking the end of one of the Sinaloa cartel's last founders. Zambada admitted to smuggling drugs into the United States for decades and acknowledged the harm caused by illegal drugs.
JD Vance faced widespread criticism for suggesting World War II ended through negotiations, defending Trump's diplomatic approach in Ukraine. Critics highlighted Germany's unconditional surrender after Hitler's suicide and Japan's surrender following atomic bombings, emphasizing the lack of negotiation. While some defended Vance, the focus remained on his historically inaccurate comparison.
National Guard units in Washington, DC, deployed under President Trump's anti-crime initiative, have begun carrying firearms, escalating the military presence. Defence Secretary Hegseth's directive led to troops being armed, with specific units on particular missions carrying rifles or handguns. Critics argue the operation's purpose is vague, focusing on immigration rather than violent crime, sparking protests and concerns about unnecessary escalation.
