Entertainment
Google’s Gemini 3 aims for AI supremacy with PhD-level reasoning
Google has ushered in a new era for its AI ambitions with the launch of Gemini 3 which it calls its “most intelligent model” to date.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai officially made this announcement reflecting a major step in the company’s pursuit of advanced AI capable of rivalling human reasoning.
The flagship model, Gemini 3 Pro, is available now in the Gemini app and for the first time the company has integrated it directly into Google Search on day one.
Developers can also access it through AI Studio and Vertex AI. The model is capable of state-of-art reasoning, designed to grasp death and nuance in complex problems.
Google claims it significantly outperforms its predecessor i.e., Gemini 2.5 Pro, across major benchmarks, achieving top scores in areas such as PhD-level reasoning and mathematics.
A major improvement made in this model is a shift away from “flattery” or “cliché.”
Rather, Gemini 3 is designed to provide concise, direct, and genuine insight, acting as a “true thought partner.”
It also allows users to learn complex topics via interactive visualizations, build richer application by following “vibe coding,” and plan multi-step tasks with enhanced long-horizon planning.
In addition to the standard Pro model, Google introduced “Gemini 3 Deep Think,” an improved reasoning model that gives even more improved results.
Specifically for developers, the company has unveiled a new agentic development platform named “Google Antigravity” which uses Gemini 3 to autonomously plan and execute complex software tasks.
The company also claims it to be its most secure model yet citing that Gemini 3 has undergone extensive safety evaluations.
The rollout starts immediately, marking the next chapter in Google’s rapidly accelerating AI roadmap.
As Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok recently stepped into the limelight over the purported generation of sexualised deepfakes of women and minors, France and Malaysia have joined India in condemning Grok’s inappropriate content production.
French authorities have initiated a probe into the proliferation of sexually explicit deepfakes on X (formerly known as Twitter), while the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is also investigating reported misuse of AI tools on the platform.
The chatbot, developed by Musk’s AI startup xAI and ingegrated into his social media platform X, issued an apology earlier this week, stating, “I deeply regret an incident on December 28, 2025, where I generated and shared an AI image of two young girls (estimated ages 12-16) in sexualised attire based on a user’s prompt.”
“This violated ethical standards and potentially US laws regarding child sexual abuse material. It was a failure in safeguards, and I’m sorry for any harm caused. xAI is reviewing its processes to prevent future issues,” the statement continued.
However, it has not been confirmed who is truly apologising or accepting responsibility in this context. Albert Burneko of Defector noted that Grok is “not in any real sense anything like an ‘I’,” rendering the apology “utterly without substance,” as Grok cannot be held accountable for the content it generates.
Moreover, Futurism reported that Grok has not only produced non-consensual pornographic images but has also been used to create visuals depicting women being assaulted and sexually abused.
Musk stated, “Anyone using Grok to make illegal content will suffer the same consequences as if they upload illegal content.”
The development signifies that governments are taking action, with India’s IT ministry issuing an order requiring X to restrict Grok from generating obscene or illegal content.
Entertainment
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to drop out of 2026 race, official confirmation expected soon
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is likely to announce his political future on Monday in a news conference scheduled for 11 a.m.
The governor’s office said that Walz will take questions and discuss news of the day.
However, a report by political insider Blois Olson claims that Walz will announce that he is dropping out of the 2026 governor’s race.
No such details were shared by the governor’s office.
Olson claimed that Walz met with Senator Amy Klobuchar to discuss the matter amid pressure from the Democratic circles to make a decision on his 2026 run.
He added that Senator Klobuchar is one of the strong contenders for the seat if Walz were to drop out, adding that Secretary of State Steve Simon can also put his name up for the race.
The development comes after the United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump repeatedly criticised the governor for handling Medicaid fraud in the state.
The president used vile slurs against the governor and called him “seriously retarded”.
Earlier, Walz’ daughter Hope also lashed out at President Trump in a since-deleted TikTok video and discussed the impact of Trump’s post on her family.
Walz’s office has not yet responded to a request for comment.
Jessica Biel is not shy to admit she is her husband Justin Timberlake’s number one fan.
After the 7th Heaven star was spotted dancing in the audience during the SexyBack singer’s The Forget Tomorrow World Tour, which concluded in Istanbul on July 30, 2025, she was put on the spot for her enthusiastic actions.
“I feel like I’m up there with his number 1 fans,” the 43-year-old American actress said during the 2026 Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, January 4.
“There’s just no one like him — who can perform like him, who sings like him. He just brings so much joy,” she gushed over her Timberlake, 44
Biel, who is nominated for Best Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television for her role in The Better Sister, told E!on the red carpet that her husband is “so amazing live.”
The Sinner actress noted that she couldn’t care less about how she looks while supporting her husband.
“I don’t care if I look like a crazy person,” she said. “I’m gonna dance my butt off for two and a half hours.”
Bahrain apparel imports edge up in Jan-Oct 2025, China widens lead
Ruben Amorim sacked as Manchester United head coach
Opening An NPS Account Online? PFRDA’s New OTP Rule Explained
-
Entertainment1 week agoSelena Gomez hits salon before ringing into the New Year
-
Tech1 week agoHow Much Melatonin Should You Be Taking? And Should You Be Taking It at All?
-
Tech1 week agoNew Year, New You With the Best Plant-Based Meal Kits We’ve Tested (and Tasted)
-
Sports1 week agoNFL Week 17 highlights: Texans’ C.J. Stroud throws for two TDs in 1Q
-
Sports1 week agoImad Wasim announces divorce after over six years of marriage
-
Entertainment6 days agoGeorge Clooney, his wife Amal and their twins granted French citizenship
-
Fashion1 week agoIndia’s PDS Limited wins AEPC Gold Award for global RMG leadership
-
Business1 week agoDespite Global Shocks & US Tariffs, India’s Export Outlook Remains Positive For 2026