The AI race between the US and China is shifting to a competition over electricity costs and output, as AI models become commoditized. China's focus on renewable energy, particularly solar power, offers a path to cheaper electricity for data centers, potentially challenging US dominance.
Goalkeepers in the World Cup are struggling with the Adidas Trionda ball, conceding goals due to its unpredictable speed. Researchers suggest 'drag crisis' and the ball's design, with deep seams, contribute to this phenomenon, making shots faster than anticipated.
Fujian's Yong'an, known as the "Hometown of Bamboo Shoots," is modernizing its bamboo industry. With 1.02 million mu of bamboo forests, the region has built a full industrial chain from harvesting to deep processing, achieving an annual output value of over 11.7 billion yuan. Its bamboo-wood composite container floorboards dominate over 30% of the global market.
Forza Horizon 6 revives the joy of driving games, set in a virtual Japan. The article reflects on the genre's past popularity, its decline, and the potential for a mainstream revival, citing other upcoming games and indie developers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi featured Chimi Ongmu Bhutia, founder of Lagstal Design Studio in Gangtok, Sikkim, in his Mann Ki Baat programme, highlighting her sustainable bamboo-based entrepreneurship. Bhutia, who has worked in the handicraft sector for 8-10 years, credited government support through the National Bamboo Mission for her growth while noting challenges like funding and infrastructure. She described the recognition as overwhelming and motivating, expressing confidence that bamboo-based industries align with the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
An image of a construction worker smoking on bamboo scaffolding in Hong Kong has triggered public backlash, with internet users citing safety concerns and comparing the act to the causes of major historical fires in the city.
The tradition of sending New Year greeting cards originated in China during the Han dynasty (206 BC-AD 220), when people crafted ming ci—name cards on bamboo or wood sticks bearing their name, age, hometown, official position, and personal statement. The number of cards received symbolized social status, with some placing red bags outside their gates to receive them as receiving blessings. The term ming ci remains in use for name cards in Japan today.
The father-in-law of MP Yusuf Pathan was arrested alongside his son and a relative for allegedly assaulting a man and his family in Byculla following a road dispute involving a water splash.
