Zhipu AI (Z.ai) launches GLM-5.3, China's counterpart to Project Glasswing, alongside 'Shield of Open Source' offering free security audits, automated code-auditing tools, and model usage quotas to the open-source community.
Four Canadian ice hockey players acquitted of sexual assault in 2025 will remain barred from international play for Hockey Canada due to code of conduct violations, despite their acquittal and NHL eligibility.
Professor Wang Gungwu compares US-China rivalry to the US-Soviet Cold War, suggesting both powers will avoid direct conflict due to nuclear weapons and instead rely on proxy conflicts and strategies to undermine each other's power.
Chinese men's basketball faces a severe decline due to systemic issues in the CBA and domestic leagues, marked by historic defeats, a lack of global superstars, and the collapse of youth training.
eBay reports an 8x year-over-year growth in GMV for eBay Live across 7 markets, with plans for international expansion, citing increased engagement and sales.
The coastguard rescued the crew of an Indian-flagged commercial ship that sank in the Red Sea following an attack south of Hodeida, prompting strong condemnation from New Delhi.
At least five women abused by former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed have been formally recognized by the Home Office as modern slavery victims through the UK's National Referral Mechanism, with more decisions expected. This follows an initial BBC revelation.
The EU unveiled its largest sanctions package in four years against Russia, leading FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich to suspend his activity. The measures target 218 individuals and entities, including banks, vessels, and military-industrial complex, while Ukraine faces ongoing attacks.
Internationally renowned YouTube star Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, known as Yung Filly, is on trial in Perth for the alleged rape and assault of a 20-year-old woman. A jury was shown graphic photographs of the alleged victim's injuries, including multiple bruises and swellings, presented by a sexual assault specialist.
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Hong Kong Jockey Club partners with Guangzhou to develop the Guangzhou-Hong Kong Equine Industry In-depth Cooperation Zone, aiming to establish the Greater Bay Area as a global equine hub by 2030, with racing set to begin at Conghua Racecourse on October 31.
Alia Bhatt's spy thriller 'Alpha' has grossed over Rs 79 crore worldwide by the end of its first week. The film, directed by Shiv Rawail, stars Bhatt and Sharvari, with Bobby Deol as the antagonist and a cameo by Hrithik Roshan.
ZEE5 has removed the film 'Satluj', based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, from its Indian streaming platform just 48 hours after its release. The film remains available internationally. The platform cited 'current developments' and is exploring legal avenues to bring it back.
A network of over 20 artificial fish ponds in Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis development is occupying government land without authorization. A green group warns that materials used at the site also threaten the ecology of the nearby Mai Po Nature Reserve and Inner Deep Bay wetlands.
India's Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) player policy, ignited by an AIFF proposal, has stirred debate over citizenship and sporting nationality. The government's 'Sports Passport' proposal seeks a special pathway for OCI athletes to represent India internationally without renouncing foreign citizenship, aiming to boost competitiveness.
UN Human Rights High Commissioner Volker Türk called for independent investigations into rising deaths in US immigration custody under the Trump administration, citing a lack of transparency and alleged policy violations. This follows reports from Human Rights Watch and internal DHS watchdog probes.
Spain's Lamine Yamal, a star at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, wears boots featuring the flags of Morocco and Equatorial Guinea, honoring his parents' birthplaces. Despite choosing to play for Spain, Yamal's footwear signifies his connection to his diverse heritage.
While Asia excels in using technology like satellites and AI to track fishing vessels, a significant gap exists in protecting the workers on board. This oversight is critical as the region dominates the global seafood economy and faces increasing pressure for social responsibility alongside environmental sustainability.
Nora Fatehi revealed her FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem 'Siir Siir' was inspired by a chant from 70,000 football fans at a tournament in Morocco. The actor-dancer performed the track at the opening ceremony, sharing the stage with global icons and highlighting music's power to connect cultures.
UK independent festivals are struggling with low ticket sales, soaring costs, and competition from major players, leading to numerous cancellations. While some large corporations thrive, smaller operators face unsustainable financial pressures, prompting calls for regulatory intervention.
Indian shooting icon Jaspal Rana passed away from a heart attack at the age of 49, just weeks before his 50th birthday. Known for his fearless shooting and outspoken nature, Rana was a trailblazer who inspired a generation of Indian shooters and championed athletes' rights.
A former Air Canada pilot, Geoffrey Wall, has been charged for allegedly flying over 900 commercial flights domestically and internationally between 2009 and 2025 without the required airline transport pilot license. Air Canada reported the issue to Transport Canada after discovering the anomaly during a documentation check, stating safety was not compromised due to recurrent training. The pilot is no longer employed by the airline.
Jos Buttler and Stuart Broad lauded 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as the standout performer of IPL 2026. Sooryavanshi amassed 776 runs at a strike rate of 237.3, winning multiple awards and gaining global recognition before an international cap.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will address both economic and political issues at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The forum, themed "Pragmatic Dialogue: The Path to a Stable Future," runs from June 3-6 with Saudi Arabia as the guest country.
