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Time of India
37 minutes ago
- Politics
- Time of India
US Senate rejects bid to curb Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate, led by Republicans, dismissed a Democratic effort to curb President Trump's authority to use military force against Iran, despite Trump's consideration of further bombings. The resolution, requiring congressional approval for hostilities, failed in a 53-47 vote, highlighting divisions over war powers. Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) speaks to reporters at the Capitol in Washington on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The Senate on Friday, June 27, 2025, blocked a Democratic resolution sponsored by Kaine that would have forced President Donald Trump to go to Congress for approval of further military action against Iran, dealing a blow to efforts to rein in his war powers. (Eric Lee/The New York Times) Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Republican-led U.S. Senate rejected a Democratic-led bid on Friday to block President Donald Trump from using further military force against Iran , hours after the president said he would consider more Senate vote was 53 to 47 against a war powers resolution that would have required congressional approval for more hostilities against Iran. The vote was along party lines, except Pennsylvania Democrat John Fetterman voted no, with Republicans, and Kentucky Republican Rand Paul voted yes, with Tim Kaine , chief sponsor of the resolution, has tried for years to wrest back Congress' authority to declare war from both Republican and Democratic said his latest effort underscored that the U.S. Constitution gives Congress, not the president, the sole power to declare war and requires that any hostility with Iran be explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific authorization for the use of military force."If you think the president should have to come to Congress, whether you are for or against a war in Iran, you'll support Senate Joint Resolution 59, you'll support the Constitution that has stood the test of time," Kaine said in a speech before the have been pushing for more information about weekend U.S. strikes on Iran, and the fate of Iran's stockpiles of highly enriched on Friday, Trump sharply criticized Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, dropped plans to lift sanctions on Iran, and said he would consider bombing Iran again if Tehran is enriching uranium to worrisome was reacting to Khamenei's first remarks after a 12-day conflict with Israel that ended when the United States launched bombing raids against Iranian nuclear sites.'OBLITERATED'Members of Trump's national security team held classified briefings on the strikes for the Senate and House of Representatives on Thursday and Friday. Many Democratic lawmakers left the briefings saying they had not been convinced that Iran's nuclear facilities had been "obliterated," as Trump announced shortly after the of the resolution said the strike on Iran was a single, limited operation within Trump's rights as commander-in-chief, not the start of sustained Bill Hagerty, a Tennessee Republican who served as ambassador to Japan during Trump's first term, said the measure could prevent any president from acting quickly against a country that has been a long-term adversary."We must not shackle our president in the middle of a crisis when lives are on the line," Hagerty said before the has rejected any suggestion that damage to Iran's nuclear program was not as profound as he has said. Iran says its nuclear research is for civilian energy U.S. law, Senate war powers resolutions are privileged, meaning that the chamber had to promptly consider and vote on the measure, which Kaine introduced this to be enacted, the resolution would have had to pass the Senate as well as the House of Representatives, whereSpeaker Mike Johnson, a close Trump ally, said this week he did not think it was the right time for such an Trump's first term, in 2020, Kaine introduced a similar resolution to rein in the Republican president's ability to wage war against Iran. That measure passed both the Senate and House of Representatives, with some Republican support, but did not garner enough votes to survive the president's veto.
USA Today
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Is this the best movie of the 21st century? 500 Hollywood power players think so.
The people have spoken, and the best movie released since Jan. 1, 2000, has been chosen. And by people, we mean the 500 or so actors, directors, writers and other Hollywood power players The New York Times surveyed for its 100 best movies of the 21st century ranking, which came out with its top 20 on June 27. The likes of Pamela Anderson, Nicholas Sparks, Stephen King, Simu Liu, Sofia Coppola, Danielle Brooks, Brian Cox, Ava DuVernay, Molly Ringwald, Rachel Zegler and Mel Brooks had their say — and yes, you can even see each of their top 10 picks, Letterboxd style. Oscar-winning director Coppola apparently took a shining to the 2004 Pixar classic (and fellow Oscar winner) "The Incredibles," while Julianne Moore admitted she's not above a raunchy comedy like "Superbad" and "The 40-Year-Old Virgin." And Sparks isn't only watching soppy romances; he's also enjoying dramas like "Inception" and "Gladiator." Undeserved Oscar winners – and the ones that should have won What's the best movie released since 2000? None other than Bong Joon Ho's "Parasite," which in 2020 became the first ever non-English film to earn the best picture Oscar, ranked as the No. 1 highest-voted film in the NYT's survey. And no wonder, because it earned an eye-boggling 99% "fresh" rating from nearly 500 film reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. In 2019, USA TODAY's film critic Brian Truitt was close to giving the social commentary thriller full marks (he ended up giving three and a half of four stars). The Korean film "is expertly paced with its reveals, never falls apart (even when it descends into bloody chaos) and also features outstanding acting performances," he noted in his review. In case anyone was wondering, director Bong did not include any of his own films (which includes the recent "Mickey 17" as well as 2017's "Okja" and 2013's "Snowpiercer) in his top nine ranking. New on streaming: From 'Minecraft' to 'KPop Demon Hunters,' what to watch right now The top 20 films since 2000 The top 20 highest-voted films were as follows:
The Star
2 hours ago
- The Star
Opinion: Wanna help save the planet? Stop asking AI dumb questions
It takes huge amounts of energy to power artificial intelligence – so much energy that it's looking less and less likely that the US will meet its goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (If we still have any such goals under President Donald Trump.) What's less known is that AI also consumes copious amounts of water needed to cool all that IT equipment. To generate a 100-word email, a chatbot using GPT-4 requires 519 millilitres of water – roughly equivalent to an 18-ounce bottle of water. That doesn't sound like much, but when you multiply that by the number of users, it's significant. Also, it requires far more than 100 words for AI to respond to our most pressing questions, such as: – What are three excuses for skipping dinner at my (fill in the blank's) house tonight? – Can you rewrite this email to make me sound smarter? – How do you make a mojito? – Does this outfit look good on me? If you are wondering about that last query, yes, there are folks who rely on ChatGPT for wardrobe advice. Some check in with Chat on a daily basis by uploading a photo of themselves before they leave the house, just to make sure they look presentable. These superusers often spring for a US$20-per-month (RM84) subscription to ChatGPT Plus, which provides priority access, among other perks. Chat can also help you write a dating profile, plan a trip to Mexico City, manage your finances, give you relationship advice, tell you what shampoo to use and what color to paint your living room. Another plus: ChatGPT never talks down to you. Even the most outlandish queries get a polite, ego-boosting response like this: 'That's a thoughtful and important question. Here's a grounded response.' Google vs ChatGPT But again, it's hard to get around the fact that AI is hard on the planet. Example: The New York Times reports that Amazon is building an enormous AI data centre in Indiana that will use 2.2 gigawatts of electricity, which is enough to power a million homes. And according to a report from Goldman Sachs, 'a ChatGPT query needs nearly 10 times as much electricity to process as a Google search.' So we could save energy by opting for Google search, except Google is getting in to the AI business, too. Have you noticed those 'AI overviews' at the top of search results? Those come at an environmental cost. 'Embedding generative AI in such a widely used application is likely to deepen the tech sector's hunger for fossil fuels and water,' writes Scientific American staffer Allison Parshall. The good news is there is a way to block those pesky AI overviews; YouTube has tutorials like this one that will walk you through it. In further good news, there are smart people looking for ways to make AI more environmentally friendly, but that could take a while. in the meantime, should we conserve water and energy by letting AI focus on important tasks like diagnosing breast cancer, predicting floods and tracking icebergs? Maybe stop running to ChatGPT every time we have a personal problem? Should I feel guilty, for example, if I ask Chat how to stop my cats from scratching the couch? Not according to Chat. 'No, guilt isn't productive unless it's leading you to positive action,' Chat told me. 'Instead, awareness is more productive.' But if you do worry about the planet, Chat recommends using AI 'with purpose' rather than as entertainment. No need to swear it off entirely. 'The focus should be on conscious consumption rather than abstinence,' Chat says. Lower 'brain engagement' That sounds reasonable, except a recent MIT study offers evidence that the longer we use AI, the less conscious we become. Using an EEG to measure brain activity of 54 subjects, researchers found that those who used ChatGPT to write SAT essays had lower 'brain engagement' than two other groups – one was allowed to use Google search and the other relied solely on brain power to complete the essays. 'Over the course of several months, ChatGPT users got lazier with each subsequent essay, often resorting to copy-and-paste by the end of the study,' Time magazine reported. Granted, this is only one small study. But to be on the safe side, I'm going to lay off Chat for a while. Maybe I'll hit Google with that cat question. There is, however, one thing Google can't tell me: Does that dress I ordered online look OK on me or should I send it back? Tell me what you think, Chat. And please, be brutally honest. – The Sacramento Bee/Tribune News Service
Economic Times
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Bruce Springsteen vs Donald Trump: All recent controversial statements where musician criticizes US President
Donald Trump and Bruce Springsteen Veteran musician Bruce Springsteen has continued his criticism of Donald Trump's leadership. In recent interviews and concerts, Springsteen addressed political concerns, including immigration and democratic values. His remarks have sparked a response from Trump, who also attacked Springsteen on social an interview with The New York Times published on June 18, Springsteen shared his views on the political state of the United States. He spoke about his ongoing 'Land of Hope & Dreams Tour,' during which he includes songs and speeches that reflect the current social and political situation. Springsteen described the present US condition as an 'American tragedy.' He blamed industrial decline and income inequality for leaving many people behind. He said these conditions created space for a political figure like Trump to gain said that the events of the recent months under Trump's second term were once thought to be impossible in the US. He said Americans used to believe these events 'can't happen here,' but now they are happening. Also Read: Supreme Court Key Rulings: All details about birthright citizenship, Obamacare task force, LGBTQ school books Springsteen has been a critic of Trump for years. He supported Kamala Harris during the 2024 election. In a past interview with The Atlantic, he called Trump a threat to a May concert in Manchester, Springsteen described Trump's government as 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous.' Trump responded on Truth Social, calling Springsteen 'overrated' and saying he 'never liked his music.' Trump also insulted Springsteen personally and told him to 'keep his mouth shut.'Springsteen was not affected by the insults. He continued to speak out during his shows. In late May, he released an EP with a recording of the Manchester speech that upset Trump. At his concerts, Springsteen addresses current events between songs. He mentions immigration raids, policy decisions and public health topics. These speeches are captioned in local languages during international shows. In his NYT interview, Springsteen criticized recent immigration raids by ICE. He pointed to Freehold, New Jersey, his hometown, where a large migrant population lives. He said migrant communities have changed towns across the US. He called the current immigration actions a tragedy and said they are harmful to the country. Also Read: Squid Game Season 3 Ending: Who is Front Man and who wins the game? Here's new twist in last episode During a concert in Berlin, Springsteen spoke to thousands of fans at a historic stadium. He asked the audience to support democracy and resist authoritarianism. The speech followed a similar tone as his earlier said the US is being led by a government that does not understand what it means to be truly American. He urged Americans to speak out and defend the country's democratic posted a video on social media that appeared to show him hitting Springsteen with a golf ball. He also called for an investigation into Springsteen, Beyoncé, and other celebrities. Trump claimed they were paid to support Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Why did Bruce Springsteen criticize Donald Trump? Springsteen criticized Trump over his leadership, immigration policies, and threats to democratic values, expressing these concerns in public speeches and interviews during his ongoing tour. How did Donald Trump respond to Bruce Springsteen's comments? Trump insulted Springsteen on social media, calling him overrated and demanding an investigation into his political support for Kamala Harris, media reports said.
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bruce Springsteen vs Donald Trump: All recent controversial statements where musician criticizes US President
Veteran musician Bruce Springsteen has continued his criticism of Donald Trump 's leadership. In recent interviews and concerts, Springsteen addressed political concerns, including immigration and democratic values. His remarks have sparked a response from Trump, who also attacked Springsteen on social media. Springsteen Speaks Out During Interview In an interview with The New York Times published on June 18, Springsteen shared his views on the political state of the United States. He spoke about his ongoing 'Land of Hope & Dreams Tour,' during which he includes songs and speeches that reflect the current social and political situation. Springsteen described the present US condition as an 'American tragedy.' He blamed industrial decline and income inequality for leaving many people behind. He said these conditions created space for a political figure like Trump to gain support. Comments on Trump's Second Term Springsteen said that the events of the recent months under Trump's second term were once thought to be impossible in the US. He said Americans used to believe these events 'can't happen here,' but now they are happening. Also Read: Supreme Court Key Rulings: All details about birthright citizenship, Obamacare task force, LGBTQ school books Live Events Ongoing Public Criticism by Springsteen Springsteen has been a critic of Trump for years. He supported Kamala Harris during the 2024 election. In a past interview with The Atlantic, he called Trump a threat to democracy. During a May concert in Manchester, Springsteen described Trump's government as 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous.' Trump responded on Truth Social, calling Springsteen 'overrated' and saying he 'never liked his music.' Trump also insulted Springsteen personally and told him to 'keep his mouth shut.' Concert Speeches and EP Release Springsteen was not affected by the insults. He continued to speak out during his shows. In late May, he released an EP with a recording of the Manchester speech that upset Trump. At his concerts, Springsteen addresses current events between songs. He mentions immigration raids , policy decisions and public health topics. These speeches are captioned in local languages during international shows. Views on Immigration Policies In his NYT interview, Springsteen criticized recent immigration raids by ICE. He pointed to Freehold, New Jersey, his hometown, where a large migrant population lives. He said migrant communities have changed towns across the US. He called the current immigration actions a tragedy and said they are harmful to the country. Also Read: Squid Game Season 3 Ending: Who is Front Man and who wins the game? Here's new twist in last episode Statements in Berlin Concert During a concert in Berlin, Springsteen spoke to thousands of fans at a historic stadium. He asked the audience to support democracy and resist authoritarianism. The speech followed a similar tone as his earlier statements. Springsteen said the US is being led by a government that does not understand what it means to be truly American. He urged Americans to speak out and defend the country's democratic foundation. Trump's Online Response and Allegations Trump posted a video on social media that appeared to show him hitting Springsteen with a golf ball. He also called for an investigation into Springsteen, Beyoncé, and other celebrities. Trump claimed they were paid to support Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. FAQs Why did Bruce Springsteen criticize Donald Trump? Springsteen criticized Trump over his leadership, immigration policies, and threats to democratic values, expressing these concerns in public speeches and interviews during his ongoing tour. How did Donald Trump respond to Bruce Springsteen's comments? Trump insulted Springsteen on social media, calling him overrated and demanding an investigation into his political support for Kamala Harris, media reports said.
