On This Day in History: Google is Founded

On September 27, 1998, Google was officially founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin. What began as a small research project has since evolved into a global tech giant, shaping how billions of people access and use information on the internet. Google's search engine, innovative products, and technological advancements have revolutionized industries from advertising to cloud computing, making it one of the most influential companies in the world. Its impact on daily life, technology, and communication is unmatched, continuing to define the digital age.

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🇷🇺 Putin Proposes New Nuclear Weapon Use Rules

Russian President Vladimir Putin has introduced a set of new guidelines outlining when Russia might deploy nuclear weapons. The proposed rules expand the circumstances under which the country could resort to nuclear strikes, raising concerns globally about the increasing potential for escalated conflict.

🏗️ £10bn AI Data Centre to Create 4,000 Jobs in Northumberland

A £10bn investment by Blackstone in a new artificial intelligence data centre in Blyth, Northumberland, is set to create around 4,000 jobs, according to the UK government. This site, once earmarked for an electric car battery factory by Britishvolt, will become one of Europe’s largest AI data centres. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hailed the investment as a "huge vote of confidence" in the UK. Construction is slated to begin next year, and Blackstone is committing £110m towards skills training and infrastructure in the region.

🇮🇱 Netanyahu Faces Ceasefire Calls Amid Israel-Lebanon Escalation

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has come under mounting international pressure to halt attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon. As violence escalates, with Hezbollah rocket strikes and Israeli retaliations, calls for a ceasefire grow, but Israel has yet to agree, citing national security concerns.

🚢 Damaged Russian Ship Carrying Explosive Chemicals Anchors Off UK Coast

A ship carrying 20,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate, a chemical that can be explosive, has anchored off the UK coast after being turned away by other European countries. The vessel, named Ruby, sustained damage while departing from Russia and was refused entry by Norway and Lithuania. The ship’s presence has raised concerns due to its large load, which is over seven times the amount of the chemical involved in the devastating 2020 Beirut blast. While the ship poses no immediate explosion risk, the incident highlights broader concerns about Russian-linked shipping activities in European waters, amid rising safety fears.

🇺🇸 Biden Hosts Zelensky at the White House Amid Ukraine Conflict

President Joe Biden welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the White House for high-level talks, reaffirming the United States' commitment to supporting Ukraine. The discussions centered on continued military aid, as well as long-term plans for rebuilding Ukraine in the aftermath of the ongoing war with Russia.

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