A Chinese research team revealed an aerodynamic model for a flying-wing passenger aircraft designed to carry over 800 people, marking a major step in the nation's aviation program alongside other projects like the C929 and C949.
A China-led team has set a record for perovskite solar panel efficiency at 22%, outperforming silicon panels in real-world testing, paving the way for low-cost, high-efficiency commercial production.
Chinese esports star Chen Zhengzheng ('Cat'), a 28-year-old Honor of Kings player, reflects on the rapid growth of competitive gaming in China, from humble beginnings to selling out international arenas like the Esports World Cup in Paris.
Australia begins an unusual Test cricket season, hosting Bangladesh for the first time since 2003 in two matches in the country's tropical north, with Tests in Darwin and Mackay due to southern stadiums being occupied by Australian Rules football.
Younger Americans training in US universities to become diplomats and foreign-policy professionals are developing views on China that diverge from the current tougher consensus in Washington, prompting questions about the sustainability of this shift amidst political pressures and China's actions.
Lors de la convention D23 en Californie, Disney a présenté sa nouvelle génération de mutants pour Marvel, avec Adam Driver, Sadie Sink et Iniesta Navarrete, ainsi que de nombreux projets de films et suites à venir.
Morocco is experimenting with permeable 'sponge' pavement in Marrakech and Agadir, aiming to reduce urban heat islands, improve drainage, and filter pollutants through evaporation-based cooling, as part of its 'Marrakech Sustainable City' program.
Point sur l'actualité estivale : de nouveaux incendies ravagent les Landes et la Loire-Atlantique entraînant des évacuations, le fisc français confirme un piratage informatique fin juin et les fans de Disney se réunissent pour la D23 en Californie.
Google unveils Pixel 11 series with advanced camera features and health monitoring on Pixel Watch 5. Meanwhile, AI makes waves in news reporting, theme park character selections spark debate, and unusual stories emerge, including a startup founder's tattoo and a detailed McDonald's consumer dossier.
Three Democratic Party (DP) leadership candidates (Kim Min-seok, Jung Chung-rae, Song Young-gil) made final pitches in a televised debate, promising to support the Lee Jae Myung administration and secure victory in the 2028 parliamentary elections.
Turkey will reject NATO requests for waivers on the Montreux Convention, refusing to open the Black Sea to military vessels amid the Ukraine conflict, according to Turkish international relations expert Canan Tercan.
MyPillow founder Mike Lindell campaigned for the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial nomination at Farmfest, emphasizing his ties to President Trump despite facing resistance from state party leaders and rival candidates.
Chinese start-up StairMed Technology is developing a minimally invasive brain-computer interface inserted via blood vessels, bypassing the need for conventional brain surgery. The firm has raised over 1.1 billion yuan in funding.
Edward Kuperman, a Yale graduate with a deep interest in China, faced public accusations of being a spy within two months of working as a live-streamer in Dunhuang, despite initial praise from Chinese state media.
U.S. Central Command emailed combat experts seeking unconventional ways to pressure Iran, as President Trump mulls symbolic airstrikes and a missile‑elimination plan, while Iran denies talks.
The U.S. military is seeking "new creative and unconventional ways" to pressure Iran, as President Trump considers "fireworks"-style airstrikes and a heavy bombing campaign to eliminate missile capabilities. This comes after Trump initially canceled an attack but continues to seek a deal, despite Iran denying his assertion that talks were set to resume.
US Central Command requested "new creative and unconventional ways to pressure and punish Iran" from military analysts as President Trump considers resuming or expanding strikes, despite intelligence doubts and concerns over prolonged conflict.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has reportedly asked military analysts for "unconventional" ideas to pressure and punish Iran, highlighting limited options. This follows President Trump's earlier statement about agreeing to a peace deal with Iran, including opening the Hormuz Strait.
A Tax Justice Network report suggests governments could gain an extra $500bn annually by taxing multinational profits where economic activity occurs, not in tax havens. UN talks in New York aim to establish a global standard by late 2027, despite past US opposition.
Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL), the world's largest EV battery producer, unveiled its new Shenxing product series at an event in Beijing. The next-generation batteries feature advanced technology to manage heat during fast charging, enhancing safety and efficiency.
À 80 ans, le président brésilien de gauche Lula da Silva a annoncé sa candidature pour un quatrième et dernier mandat en octobre, lors d'une convention du Parti des travailleurs à São Paulo. Il affrontera Flavio Bolsonaro, fils de l'ex-président Jair Bolsonaro, dans une campagne influencée par l'ombre de Donald Trump.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launched his re-election candidacy for October, emphasizing his health and stamina at a Worker's Party convention in Sao Paulo. He also vowed to boost Brazil's defense industry and protect its rare minerals from foreign interference, amid pressure from the US Trump administration.
Brazil's Workers’ Party has nominated incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as its presidential candidate for the October election, with Vice President Geraldo Alckmin as his running mate. A coalition of several parties supports the nomination.
The UK creative industry grapples with AI's impact on copyright and originality, as the government aims to foster AI growth while protecting creators. Adobe executives and a young designer highlight AI's potential to enhance creativity and efficiency, but emphasize the need for modernized legal frameworks to safeguard artists' rights.
