Pope Leo warns about AI risks in a lengthy encyclical as tech fever grows in Silicon Valley. SpaceX's Starship V3 shows progress despite ongoing challenges. International tensions rise with Belarus potentially aiding Russia in Ukraine, while Iran's economy suffers amid war and US pressure. Dominion Voting faces lawsuits from election deniers, highlighting lingering 2020 election disputes. Geopolitical dynamics shift with South Korea-Japan cooperation and potential US sanctions against China over shark finning. Middle Eastern issues include economic struggles and the Abraham Accords' impact on regional relations.