FREE SPEECH VS HATE SPEECH DEBATE
'Brazil is no one's backyard': Re-elected Brazilian president Lula da Silva
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has recently been re-elected as the President of Brazil. During his victory speech, he emphasized Brazil's status as an independent nation. Lula stated that the new government will reform the administrative system significantly. He aims to enhance public involvement in the decision-making processes that affect them.
BJP slams Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks against PM Modi, says Congress seems more like 'mafia'
The ruling party's strong reaction followed Kharge's outburst during a function on the 139th birth anniversary of Bihar's first chief minister, Shrikrishna Singh, in Patna, where he said that the Congress will send those involved in carrying out alleged irregularities in the SIR process to jail.
Drake celebrates 40th birthday with Backstreet Boys performance and heartfelt speech: 'Tonight is just about being alive'
Drake celebrated his 40th birthday in New York with a surprise Backstreet Boys performance, singing “I Want It That Way.” The rapper also delivered a heartfelt speech about appreciating life, while guests enjoyed luxury gifts and cash prizes.
Can an air fryer understand multiple voice commands and automate cooking? This device can identify food, never needs Wi-Fi; know how it works
It has a capacity of 5.3 quarts. The main feature is that the voice control allows users to operate the appliance without relying on a Wi-Fi connection or a separate smartphone app. The product is designed to recognise more than 100 food types. It can select time and temperature based on the food identified. It reduces the need for users to adjust settings on their own.
Meet Mahmoud Felfel and Hammad Syed, two Egyptian founders who built a text-to-speech tool; their voice AI startup was later acquired by Meta
Mahmoud Felfel and Hammad Syed are the founders of PlayAI. Both of them Egyptian entrepreneurs who had previously worked at Dubai-based classifieds platform Dubizzle. The idea for starting the company came when they got frustrated by limited access to regional content in audio formats. The aim was to make written content more available through speech technology.
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IND vs NZ Live Streaming: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand 2nd T20 match free
India vs New Zealand Live Streaming: India will face New Zealand in the second T20I on October 24, 2026, at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Check the match start time, live telecast on Sony Sports Network, online streaming on SonyLIV and possible free viewing options in India.
Jack Dorsey's Block launches Dessa; AI voice model trained entirely on 'human conversation'
Block has launched Dessa, an innovative AI voice model that engages in speech without using text. The model is capable of holding real-time conversations by recognising emotional cues such as laughter and sadness. Dessa operates by processing audio directly, avoiding the loss of tone that often occurs in text conversion. A small group of AI safety researchers will examine potential risks associated with the new model.
Immigration to UK from third-world countries, including Pakistan, will end entirely, British MP Rupert Lowe warns
British MP Rupert Lowe has announced plans to end immigration from several developing countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Somalia and Iran, under his Restore Britain party's proposed policies. Speaking at the party's October 3 conference, Lowe said, “Immigration into Britain from the Third World will end entirely.”
Australia to tighten visa rules from October 31, with tougher character checks
On October 31, 2026, Australia will enforce stricter rules for visa refusal and cancellations, emphasizing public safety. The criteria will focus more on domestic and family violence, hate-related offences, and immigration compliance. Authorities will evaluate the risks individuals pose to the community over their ties to Australia. Public safety concerns will outweigh family or business connections when assessing visa applications.
Return of Mrs G's 'foreign hand': Is Mohan Bhagwat's warning of a foreign hand behind protests a genuine concern or an old political tactic?
Mohan Bhagwat warns of foreign conspiracies behind protests in India, echoing past political tactics to delegitimize dissent. While he claims to embrace religious diversity, critics question his commitment to action against communal violence and the protection of minority rights, highlighting a discrepancy between his words and deeds.
Delhi Police arrests content creator Amir Shokeen in Tripura harassment case
Amir Shokeen was arrested in Delhi for allegedly racially harassing a tribal youth from Tripura. Political leaders from Tripura condemned his actions as an insult to the state and its people. A case was registered by both Tripura and Delhi police based on the video that went viral. Shokeen apologized, claiming the video was meant to be humorous and not insulting in nature.
Trump administration drops legal fight to overhaul student loan forgiveness programme
On Wednesday, the Trump administration dropped its legal appeals against the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programme. This decision came after federal judges ruled in favor of advocates in June. The programme aims to forgive loans for public service employees after a decade of payments. The changes proposed by the Education Department faced significant legal challenges and were deemed unlawful.
Meta stock: Facebook, Instagram parent stock price rises after tech giant announces new types of shares. All you may want to know
Meta posted diluted earnings per share of $3.83 in the quarter, a figure that would have been $7.40, had it not been for a $9.89 billion charge related to the August settlement.
Meta raises AI spending forecast to $145 billion, plans new share issue; Q3 revenue beats estimates
Meta raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $135 billion-$145 billion to accelerate AI expansion and announced plans for non-voting shares, while reporting stronger revenue amid mounting legal challenges and intensifying competition.
'Sally Rooney is a writer, not a terrorist': 150+ authors inlcuding Arundhati Roy urge UK to halt 'draconian' Palestine Action ban
More than 150 writers signed an open letter requesting changes to the UK's ban on Palestine Action. Irish author Sally Rooney announced her decision to halt book sales in the UK due to the ban. The Labour government faced criticism for categorizing Palestine Action as a terrorist organization. The letter emphasizes the importance of free speech in the current political climate.
Tripura leaders condemn alleged racial harassment of tribal youth in Delhi
Political parties and leaders in Tripura expressed strong condemnation after the racial harassment of a tribal youth by Amir Shokeen. Chief Minister Manik Saha instructed the Tripura DGP to engage with Delhi police regarding the incident. Youth organisations filed complaints against Shokeen, accusing him of cyberbullying and hate speech. Opposition leaders demanded a formal apology and strict action against the content creator.
ElevenLabs targets AI assistants and customer support with two new voice models
The models support over 90 languages and 17,000 voices, with Mini aimed at lower-cost conversations and Max designed for tasks that require AI agents to follow a process.
105 members of US Congress urge FBI to investigate Illinois Hindu Temple shooting plot as potential hate crime
105 members of Congress urged the FBI to investigate an attempted mass shooting at a Hindu temple. The attack involved a self-identified neo-Nazi whose rifle jammed during the incident. Lawmakers expressed concerns over increasing threats targeting Indian and Hindu Americans and sought comprehensive federal responses. They criticized dangerous messaging that fosters racial and religious stereotypes within government communications.
Meta's board signals 'recurring' failures in election content moderation
The oversight board for social media giant Meta said Tuesday it found "recurrent enforcement failures" in content moderation related to the US midterm elections and Brazil's presidential election. The identified failures were often cases of "over-enforcement that suppresses political speech, and under-enforcement that undermines electoral integrity," said the board, which independently checks moderation on Meta's Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook platforms.
In their own words: Israeli politicians' extreme speech surges ahead of elections
Extreme rhetoric has risen under Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right government as elections approach. A recent report highlights 227 extreme comments made by officials this year, indicating a troubling trend. The language used reflects rising hostility toward Palestinians and Arab citizens, raising concerns about societal implications. Officials have made particularly harsh statements regarding Gaza and its residents.
Finance Ministry clarifies on legislative developments concerning govt's IDBI Bank stake
The Finance Ministry clarified the legislative developments regarding IDBI Bank's government stake in 2003. An amendment to restrict the dilution of the government's ownership was proposed but ultimately rejected during parliamentary discussions. The ministry highlighted that this issue was previously examined by the Delhi High Court. This examination took place in the case of All India IDBI Officers' Association v. Union of India & Others.
Anti-India hatred turning into violence: US lawmakers
A 19-year-old man was arrested in Illinois after allegedly planning a mass shooting at a Hindu temple, with the weapon reportedly jamming before it could be fired. US lawmakers and advocacy groups condemned the incident, warning that anti-Indian and anti-Hindu rhetoric was contributing to growing hate and violence.
What did Jon Ossoff say about 2028 Presidential run? Inside his heated clash with Mike Collins
Jon Ossoff ruled out a 2028 presidential run during the Georgia Senate debate, pledging to serve a full term if reelected.Republican challenger Mike Collins questioned his intentions as the candidates clashed over President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
In a first, AI helps UK lawmaker find her voice in parliament
A British lawmaker made history on Tuesday by becoming the first person to use an AI-generated voice to deliver a speech in the UK parliament. During a debate about health on Tuesday, AI software was used to recreate the sound of her voice, as it used to be, to read a speech she wrote herself.
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