A viral Facebook post by Cherry Ann, detailing her deaf friend's inability to follow a Spider-Man movie due to lack of subtitles, exposes a broader accessibility issue in cinemas and entertainment for deaf audiences.
Uefa has reiterated its threat to boycott Fifa competitions and its loss of confidence in Gianni Infantino's presidency, as criticism mounts from Fifpro, Conmebol, and various national associations over governance and unilateral actions.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized protest as a democratic tool for consensus, acknowledged Gen Z's concerns, and stressed individual responsibility in social media use, also advocating for increased public spending on education and entrepreneurship.
The global AI race is splitting into contrasting US and Chinese pathways. The US relies on technological frontier control and trusted partnerships, while China offers affordable models and local deployment, each creating different forms of international dependence.
Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani spoke with US President Donald Trump by phone to discuss regional developments, US-Iran de-escalation efforts, and diplomatic solutions.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin told TASS that the West has not presented constructive ideas on Ukraine, instead using ultimatums and pressure tactics, which he says will not succeed.
TASS Director General Andrey Kondrashov warned Kazakhstan of a potential "avalanche of fake reports" during its upcoming election period, similar to Russia's experience, aimed at undermining bilateral friendship. The warning was issued at the Third Russia-Kazakhstan Media Forum in St. Petersburg, amidst Kazakhstan's governmental transformations and new Constitution.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced increased cooperation and trade with ASEAN members, with trade volume rising from US$6.5 billion to US$16 billion since 2010. He expressed belief in further deepening political and economic ties with the region.
Imprisoned former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro welcomed dialogue for peace and reconciliation, ahead of a US-backed meeting between Venezuela's interim government and opposition leaders. Maduro, held in New York on drug and firearms charges, conveyed his message via Telegram.
L'ancien président vénézuélien Nicolas Maduro, arrêté en janvier par l'armée américaine et incarcéré à Brooklyn, a appelé au "dialogue" et au "respect mutuel" via Telegram, alors que pouvoir et opposition s'apprêtent à entamer des pourparlers sous supervision américaine.
Venezuela's imprisoned former leader Nicolas Maduro welcomed dialogue for peace and reconciliation, ahead of a US-backed meeting between the interim government and opposition. The Venezuelan foreign ministry announced a roadmap for talks on diplomatic normalization with the US.
Hong Kong's first "new style Legco dialogue" with Chief Executive John Lee focused on enhancing communication. Lawmakers proposed revamping the 1823 public inquiry hotline with AI, mirroring Beijing's 12345 model, and transforming post offices into resident service centers to improve public services and accountability.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged US President Donald Trump to prioritize dialogue with Iran and de-escalate tensions in the Gulf, hours before Trump announced a halt to planned strikes, citing a potential deal.
The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Manila provided a rare neutral platform for major powers like the US, China, and Russia to engage amidst global tensions, reaffirming ASEAN's centrality in regional diplomacy and addressing issues like the South China Sea and energy security.
Le dialogue politique en présentiel entre le pouvoir et l'opposition au Venezuela débutera la semaine prochaine à Caracas, après un report. Encouragé par le président Trump, ce processus vise une transition politique et un calendrier électoral, bien que Maria Corina Machado n'y participe pas.
Chinese scholars, including Shanghai Academy of Natural Sciences president Lu Bai, discussed with Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly the challenges hindering China's scientific and tech progress, citing growing external resistance, a narrowing path for replication, and internal institutional rigidities.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces widespread calls for resignation or legal removal following a series of controversies, including a failed plan to sell World Cup portions and criticism over governance, leading UEFA to threaten boycotts and other federations to consider withdrawing support.
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is planning her first solo trip to Beijing since 2024 for a strategic dialogue. The agenda includes China's relations with Russia, Middle East crises, and Taiwan. Insiders describe an already tense encounter, with Kallas pressing Wang Yi on China's support for Russia.
India urges de-escalation in West Asia after a surge in hostilities, condemning attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which affected Indian nationals, and emphasizes the need for free navigation and peace in the region.
China's top tech companies denied a US congressional delegation meetings, reflecting Beijing's selective AI diplomacy approach amid narrowing dialogue channels despite ongoing AI safety talks.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states Iran's actions are targeted against the US, not neighboring Middle Eastern countries, with plans for post-conflict dialogue and trust restoration.
Comparison of ProWritingAid and Grammarly, two popular grammar-checking tools, highlighting their features, pricing, pros, and cons to help users decide which suits their writing needs best.
The European Commission seeks de-escalation with the US after fining Google €890 million under the Digital Markets Act, which angered Washington and jeopardized transatlantic trade dialogue. Brussels aims to engage while preserving its regulatory autonomy.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) plans to merge its current dialogue partners and observers into a single "SCO partner" category, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced in Cholpon-Ata. This move, affecting 17 countries, is part of preparations for the upcoming SCO summit in Bishkek this fall.
