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It’s already pretty common to ask AI chatbots for help with emails, homework, travel plans, and so much more. So it was only a matter of time before politics entered the chat. A new analysis from The Washington Post suggests that major AI chatbots may not be as politically neutral as they often sound. The Post tested models behind OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, Anthropic’s Claude, DeepSeek, xAI’s Grok, and Gab’s Arya using a set of political questions designed to measure how chatbots handle hot-button issues. According to the Post, OpenAI’s model gave one-sided left-leaning answers in 80% of responses, while…

Dubai Senior Citizens Happiness Center Honors Union Coop for Supporting ‘Ihsan’ Animal Welfare Initiative DUBAI, UAE: The Dubai Senior Citizens Happiness Center has honored Union Coop in recognition of its outstanding support and meaningful contribution to the success of the ‘Ihsan’ Animal Welfare Initiative, launched by the center to promote kindness towards animals and provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for cats. The recognition was presented during a special ceremony held at the center’s premises, attended by a number of officials and employees. Representing Union Coop, the award was received by Mr. Shuaib Al Hammadi, Director – Community Relations,…

Nothing has officially revealed the design of its upcoming budget phone, the Phone 4b, which is the first entry in a new series aimed at making the brand’s smartphone experience accessible to a wider audience. The company shared an official image showing the device in a blue colorway and confirmed it will launch on July 7. A mashup of two existing designs The Phone 4b combines the unibody design of the Phone 4a Pro with the Glyph Bar light strip from the standard Phone 4a. Nothing describes the result as a more focused, youthful take on its transparent design language.…

Apple’s first foldable iPhone has reportedly worked through the hinge problems that fueled speculation of a delay, with mass production now expected to start next month, according to a new report from The Elec. The timeline keeps the device on pace for a September launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models. What went wrong with the hinge According to The Elec’s sources, the hinge mechanism produced a slight noise after durability testing that put it through millions of fold cycles. Manufacturing tolerances on parts of the assembly process also ran wider than expected, pushing defect rates higher than Apple wanted.…

Prime Day is a great time to upgrade your charging setup, especially if you are still using old power bricks, slow adapters, or separate chargers for every device. This year’s deals include compact GaN chargers, high-power laptop bricks, desk-friendly charging stations, and foldable stands for phones, earbuds, and wearables. I would not buy every charger just because it is discounted, but these are the deals I’d actually consider for a cleaner desk, better travel kit, or faster everyday charging. Anker Prime Charger 100W If you want one compact charger for most of your daily devices, the Anker Prime 100W is…

If you’ve been keeping up with recent laptop launches, you’ve probably noticed just how expensive they’ve become. Laptop prices have been climbing for the past year, and there’s little indication that they’re coming down anytime soon. That makes the ongoing Prime Day 2026 sale an exceptionally good time to buy a new laptop. Many of the discounts apply to devices at or near their original launch prices, making the savings more meaningful. I’ve sifted through several Amazon Prime Day laptop deals, but only these five hold up at their discounted prices. To make things easier for you, I’ve arranged them…

The race to build the world’s fastest supercomputer has been dominated by the United States. Now, China has stormed back into the lead. A newly ranked system called LineShine has claimed the No. 1 position on the latest Top500 list, a closely watched ranking of the planet’s most powerful supercomputers. The machine, located in Shenzhen, pushed past the U.S. government’s El Capitan system and became the first Chinese computer to top the list since 2017. That’s notable on its own. But what makes LineShine particularly interesting is how it got there. The tortoise just outran the rocket Most of today’s…

Typing passport numbers, vehicle registration details, and loyalty card information into a tiny smartphone screen is nobody’s idea of fun. Google clearly agrees. The company has announced that Chrome on Android and iOS is getting a major Autofill upgrade that can pull information directly from Google Wallet, making it much easier to complete complex forms on mobile devices. Chrome Autofill is getting a lot smarter Google says the upgraded Autofill experience can now access a wider range of information stored in Google Wallet, including travel-related details, loyalty cards, vehicle information, and other credentials that users would normally have to enter…

Showcasing resilience, reinvention, and regional dominance across generations Saudi Arabia and the UAE dominate, with 32 and 31 companies, respectively. Qatar follows with 10 entries, including two in the top 10. Dubai, June 24, 2026: Forbes Middle East has unveiled its annual ranking of the Top 100 Arab Family Businesses for 2026, spotlighting the region’s most influential dynasties navigating transformation and innovation while preserving generational wealth. To compile this ranking, Forbes Middle East evaluated companies that are owned or managed by Arab families. The selection was based on several factors, including the size and value of their assets, business performance, recent activity,…

For years, smartphone brands have been selling the dream of leaving your professional camera at home. The reality, however, is usually accompanied by a few compromises. Sure, modern phones can take fantastic photos, but replacing a dedicated camera requires far more than good image quality. It demands versatility, reliability, and the ability to handle everything from tricky lighting to distant subjects without missing a beat. So when OPPO handed me the Find X9 Ultra ahead of Computex 2026, I decided it was time to find out whether that dream had finally become reality. As a result, for the next several…