Global militaries’ push to deploy AI on the battlefield is drawing sharper ethical scrutiny, as regulators, watchdogs and the UN weigh bans, oversight, and accountability risks tied to autonomy, bias and civilian harm.

As classrooms adapt to AI and shifting standards, teachers remain the decisive force shaping outcomes. Their mentorship fuels curiosity, builds skills, and anchors systems, advancing equity and lifelong learning.

Global esports tournaments are setting new records, with prize pools surging on the back of sponsorships, media rights, and in-game sales. Analysts say 2025 could mark a watershed year as organizers compete to attract top-tier teams.

From Kyoto’s time-honored rituals to Marrakech’s souks and New Orleans’ jazz corridors, this report maps the top cities where local culture shapes daily life, cuisine, and festivals, with tips for respectful travel.

BRICS is expanding its economic footprint, challenging Western-led institutions and reshaping trade, finance, and energy ties. New members, currency talks, and south-south projects signal a shifting global order.

Rising seas and intensifying storms are amplifying threats to coastal cities, straining defenses, disrupting housing and transit, and forcing officials to weigh costly adaptations against mounting economic and human risks.

5G rollouts are reshaping global connectivity, enabling faster data, ultra-low latency, and new services from telemedicine to smart factories. As networks expand, nations race to secure spectrum, standards, and supply chains.

Schools are rapidly adopting AI tutors, VR labs, and adaptive platforms, reporting sharper focus and higher participation. Early data shows attendance up, homework completion rising, and test scores inching ahead.

From Grand Theft Auto VI and Monster Hunter Wilds to DOOM: The Dark Ages, 2025 is stacked. We survey the year’s biggest AAA launches, platforms, and delay risks as publishers jostle for holiday supremacy.