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Trump's Iran Strategy: Could This Become a Forever War?

The US has launched fresh attacks on military targets in Iran. It wants to prevent Tehran rebuilding its destroyed capabilities,

  • US President Trump outlines potential "forever war" strategy against Iran.
  • US strikes dismantle Iranian radar equipment before launching attacks.
  • "Mowing the grass" approach may lead to persistent low-intensity conflict.

Culture

Soccer giant FC Barcelona looks to open academy in Japan's Nara Pref., 1st in Asia

NARA -- Nara Gov. Makoto Yamashita said Sept. 2 that the western Japan prefecture is likely to host FC Barcelona's Barca Residency Academy in the town

  • FC Barcelona seeks to open first Barca Residency Academy in Asia in Nara Prefecture, Japan.
  • Governor Makoto Yamashita initiated contact with FC Barcelona in December 2024.
  • Academy will accommodate 16-18 year-old student-athletes year-round as residential institution.

Tech

Six Sleeps Until iPhone 18 Pro: Here's What We Know

We are just six sleeps away from Apple's unveiling of its new-generation iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models, not forgetting its first foldable iPhone. Apple is expected to introduce the devices at its annual iPhone fall event, which is this year carrying the tagline " Surprise and shine ." The event takes place on Wednesday…

AI

LG Opens Spark 2026 With Nvidia, Google

LG is joining hands with global big tech companies to hold a large-scale innovation festival to secure artificial intelligence (AI) technological capabilities.

  • LG Spark 2026 event runs September 7-17 at LG Science Park, Seoul
  • Focus on rapid AI transformation (AX) with 41 innovative technologies
  • LG AI DevCon on September 15 for global tech executives

AI

The AI wrapper reckoning has reached SEA’s funding tables

Southeast Asia’s Native AI companies raised US$4.1 billion in the first seven months of 2026, more than double 2025’s full-year total, according to Tracxn’s Southeast Asia AI Startup Landscape report. On a headline chart, that looks like a region riding the same AI wave as everyone else.

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