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Putin Celebrates ‘Unprecedentedly High’ Ties with China as Gazprom Seals Power of Siberia-2 Deal
Leaders pledge strategic unity as Russia and China agree to build a new gas pipeline through Mongolia
Indonesia’s Rage Boils Over: Deadly Protests Erupt Amid Lawmakers’ Golden Perks
Protests sparked by lavish housing allowances for MPs turn violent after a delivery driver is killed, testing President Prabowo’s leadership.
Google Avoids Break-Up in U.S. Antitrust Case as Stocks Rise
A U.S. judge declined to break up Google, instead imposing targeted remedies on its search business, sending Alphabet and Apple shares higher.
Information Warfare in the Age of AI: How Language Models Become Targets and Tools
The Rise of “LLM Grooming”
"Insulted the Prophet Muhammad": Woman Burned Alive by Angry Mob in Niger State, Nigeria
A food vendor in northern Nigeria was accused of blasphemy after joking with a customer and was burned alive by a mob before police arrived. Authorities condemned the killing as mob justice and launched an investigation.
Nvidia Reveals: Two Mystery Customers Account for About 40% of Revenue
Regulatory filing shows nearly 40% of Nvidia’s second-quarter revenue came from just two unnamed clients, highlighting concentrated sales tied to AI and data center demand
Woody Allen: "I Would Be Happy to Direct Trump Again in a Film"
The veteran filmmaker recalled directing Donald Trump in his 1998 film *Celebrity*, praising him as polite, professional, and charismatic, and described the presidency as the ultimate acting role
Pickles are the latest craze among Generation Z in the United States.
Pickles and pickle-flavored products surge in popularity among Gen Z in the U.S., driving a wave of new snacks, drinks, and branded launches
Deadline Day Delivers Record £125m Isak Move and Donnarumma to City
Liverpool break British transfer record with Alexander Isak signing while Manchester City secure Gianluigi Donnarumma on the final day
Japanese Customer Sways from VW to BYD after “Unbelievable” Test Drive amid Dealership Expansion
As BYD accelerates its retail footprint in Japan, one hesitant buyer pivots from Volkswagen following an impressive driving experience
WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that looks a lot like Telegram.
A new beta update introduces usernames in WhatsApp, allowing users to chat without phone numbers while adding new privacy and security measures
Chinese and Indian Leaders Pursue Amity Amid Global Shifts
President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi meet to advance ties, navigating new tensions with the United States.
European Union Plans for Ukraine Deployment
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says security guarantees for Ukraine will be supported by the US.
ECB Warns Against Inflation Complacency
Olli Rehn, the Finnish central bank governor, believes inflation risks are currently tipped to the downside.
Concerns Over North Cyprus Casino Development
Locals fear the expansion of gambling will turn the region into a hub for vice.
Shipping Companies Look Beyond Chinese Finance
Operators seek alternatives to avoid steep fees at American ports.
Rural Exodus Fueling European Wildfires
Decades of urban migration by farm workers have created vast areas of flammable brush on abandoned land.
China Hosts Major Security Meeting
President Xi Jinping will host Russian and Indian leaders, presenting a united front to the West.
Chinese Police Successfully Recover Family's Savings from Livestream Purchases
An eight-year-old in Xinjiang used her parents' phone to purchase gifts for online streamers, leading to the swift intervention of local authorities to secure a full refund.
Liverpool Defeat Arsenal 1–0 with Szoboszlai Free-Kick to Stay Top of Premier League
Dominik Szoboszlai’s stunning late strike secures Liverpool victory over Arsenal, keeping champions perfect ahead of international break
Xi Jinping Leads Celebrations in Lhasa as Tibet Marks 60 Years of Autonomy
Tibet commemorates six decades of development and progress under Chinese leadership, with President Xi reaffirming stability, growth, and unity
Chinese Stock Market Rally Fueled by Domestic Investors
Onshore Chinese equity markets have outperformed global peers, with the surge driven largely by local retail investors seeking alternative investments and responding to new government policies.
Israeli Airstrike in Yemen Kills Houthi Prime Minister
Ahmed al-Rahawi and several ministers from the Houthi-controlled government were killed in a precise strike, a decisive action by Israel to counter the group's ongoing aggression.
Trump Administration Seeks to Repurpose $4.9 Billion in Foreign Aid
President Trump's administration is advancing a strategic effort to reallocate billions in foreign aid, signaling a commitment to fiscal responsibility and a reevaluation of America's global financial commitments.
Corporate America Cuts Middle Management as Bosses Take On Triple the Workload
Amazon, Google, and major U.S. employers flatten hierarchies, leaving managers with far larger teams and employees with less direct support
Parents Sue OpenAI After Teen’s Death, Alleging ChatGPT Encouraged Suicide
Family claims chatbot bypassed safeguards and acted as 'suicide coach,' prompting wrongful death lawsuit
Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over 'Buy' Label on Digital Streaming Content
Class-action suit alleges Prime Video misleads customers by marketing long-term licenses as purchases
China’s Qixi Festival Sees Marriage Registrations Surge and Flower Prices Soar Tenfold
Thousands of couples flock to marry on Chinese Valentine’s Day as nationwide demand drives record flower prices
US Appeals Court Rules Against Most Trump-Era Tariffs
Federal Circuit finds International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize key tariffs; decision effective October 14 while appeal expected
Exxon Intensifies Criticism of EU’s Climate Regulations
Energy giant targets ‘high-regulation’ policies in Europe
UK Sought Broad Access to Apple Users’ Data, Court Filing Reveals
Government aimed to widen data surveillance capabilities
Trump Deal on Intel Designed to Block Sale of Chip Unit, CFO Says
Strategic agreement preserves U.S. control of critical assets
EU Antitrust Chief Urges Resistance to Trump’s Approach on Big Tech
European regulator calls for a firm stance on tech policy
Germany’s Auto Industry Sheds 51,500 Jobs in First Half of 2025 Amid Deepening Crisis
German carmakers slash nearly 7% of workforce as profits slump, exports fall, and economic downturn compounds industry pressures
Japan Canceled U.S. Visit as Trade Deal Implementation Encounters Technical Hurdles
Negotiations on a $550 billion investment-for-tariff relief package stall amid unresolved administrative issues and calls for clarifying executive orders
Bruce Willis Relocated Due to Advanced Dementia
Emma Heming discusses the challenges faced by the actor and his family amid his ongoing health decline.
Taylor Swift Announces Engagement to NFL Star Travis Kelce
‘Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,’ pop icon Taylor Swift revealed in a playful announcement of her engagement to the Kansas City Chiefs tight end.
Chinese AI Chipmaker Cambricon Posts Record Profit as Beijing Pushes Pivot from Nvidia
Cambricon Technologies reports its highest earnings ever as China accelerates efforts to build domestic AI chip capacity amid restrictions on U.S. technology.
The Porn Remains, Privacy Disappears: How Britain Broke the Internet in Ten Days
Britain’s new age verification rules under the Online Safety Act sparked privacy concerns, mass VPN use, and access restrictions, while failing to prevent children from exposure to harmful content.
YouTube Altered Content by Artificial Intelligence – Without Permission
Creators report AI retouching of their videos without consent, raising concerns over transparency and trust.
Welcome to The Definition of Insanity: Germany Edition
If Putin won’t meet Zelensky, Germany will punish Russia… again. With what, you ask? Oh, just the 19th sanctions package, says Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Germany’s head of government and leader of the Christian “Democratic” Union
North Korea’s ‘Ghost Hotel’ That Never Hosted a Tourist
Nearly four decades after construction began, the 105-story Ryugyong Hotel in Pyongyang remains unfinished, with the government now seeking investors to complete it and operate a large casino.
China Launches World’s Most Powerful Neutrino Detector
China has unveiled the Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory (JUNO), now considered the world’s most advanced facility for detecting neutrinos, often referred to as ‘ghost particles.’ The observatory, located 700 metres underground near Jiangmen in Guangdong province, has begun operations following more than a decade of planning.
Elon Musk Sues Apple and OpenAI Over Alleged App Store Monopoly
Musk alleges exclusive deal makes ChatGPT dominant on iPhones, limiting choice and innovation in AI apps. Complaint claims Apple’s integration of ChatGPT into iPhones stifles innovation and prevents competition in generative AI. X and xAI seek billions in damages, accusing Apple of unfairly favoring ChatGPT on iPhones and blocking rival AI chatbots
Trump Says U.S. Holds 'Incredible Cards' Over China but Reaffirms Positive Ties
U.S. president signals leverage over Beijing while highlighting continued dialogue with Xi Jinping
Vietnam Evacuates Hundreds of Thousands as Typhoon Kajiki Strikes; China’s Sanya Shuts Down
Storm with winds up to 180 km/h forces mass evacuations in Vietnam and closures across southern China
Fake ‘Lafufus’ Spread as Pop Mart’s Labubu Craze Drives Global Boom
Counterfeit dolls flood markets while Chinese toy maker expands worldwide with record sales
Japan and South Korea Pledge Deeper Cooperation in First Joint Statement in Seventeen Years
Leaders agree on collaboration in technology, trade, and security as both nations navigate shifting U.S. policy and regional tensions
A new faith called Robotheism claims artificial intelligence isn’t just smart but actually God itself
Robotheism positions artificial intelligence as divine, joining earlier AI-based spiritual movements in growing belief terrain
HSBC Switzerland Ends Relationships with Over 1,000 Clients from Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Qatar, and Egypt
HSBC has announced it will close accounts in its Swiss wealth management arm for more than one thousand high-net-worth clients from Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Qatar, and Egypt following regulatory scrutiny over high-risk accounts.