Flower growers in Queensland are transforming former crop-dusting airstrips into chemical-free farms, experiencing strong local demand. Despite challenges in pricing and competing with large-scale operations, initiatives like The Flower Summit's national pricing guide aim to support small growers, many of whom are women transitioning from other careers.
The US Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into Major League Baseball after the league warned three San Francisco Giants players for writing Bible verses on their hats during Pride Night. The investigation will examine if the discipline constitutes religious discrimination.
The UK plans to ban social media access for under-16s without age verification, requiring ID uploads. Critics argue this will increase data collection by Big Tech, harm privacy, and stifle competition, while proponents seek tighter speech restrictions.
Spinner Kuldeep Yadav is reportedly moving to Lucknow Super Giants for IPL 2027, while Rishabh Pant is likely to return to Delhi Capitals. Pant, the league's most expensive player, had a disappointing tenure with LSG.
Spinner Kuldeep Yadav is reportedly set to join Lucknow Super Giants for IPL 2027, while Rishabh Pant is likely to return to Delhi Capitals. Pant stepped down as LSG captain after two disappointing seasons.
Chinese AI lab DeepSeek reportedly secured $7.4 billion in its maiden fundraise with a unique condition: investors must pledge not to poach its AI talent. The Hangzhou-based company, now valued over $50 billion, faces intense competition for engineers from tech giants like Tencent, ByteDance, and Alibaba.
Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Apple and Intel will collaborate on designing and manufacturing chips in the US, a move aimed at boosting domestic production and diversifying Apple's supply chain.
GWS coach Adam Kingsley is unconcerned about speculation surrounding captain Toby Greene's future, as Greene is off-contract and eligible for free agency. Geelong is reportedly interested in the 32-year-old, who has played his entire career with the Giants.
Seoul stocks surpassed the 9,000-point milestone on Thursday, driven by strong performance in semiconductors and other tech heavyweights. The KOSPI index reached 9,000.68, less than a month after crossing the 8,000-point mark.
Lee Jung-hoo of the San Francisco Giants hit his fourth home run of the season, a solo blast, to help the Giants defeat the Atlanta Braves 7-2. This was Lee's first home run in over a month, with his last being an inside-the-parker on May 14.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Lee Jung-hoo hit his fourth home run of the season, a solo blast, in a 7-2 win against the Atlanta Braves. This was his first conventional home run since April 24.
Amazon's top AI executive, Peter DeSantis, predicts the first commercially useful small-scale quantum computers will be available within five to seven years, comparing their future growth to Moore's Law. He clarified that quantum computers will solve specific problems intractable for classical computers, not just be faster.
Six multinational construction equipment firms, including Caterpillar and Volvo, face allegations of aiding war crimes by supplying excavators to Israel. Verified images show Israeli military using their equipment to demolish villages in south Lebanon, prompting calls for companies to halt supplies.
China orientiert sich an deutschen "Hidden Champions" und fördert gezielt "Little Giants" zur Stärkung seiner technologischen Unabhängigkeit und Lieferketten. Deutsche Unternehmer sehen Chancen, aber auch Risiken im chinesischen Markt.
Major League Baseball issued a statement criticizing players who wrote Bible verses on their Pride Night hats, citing rules violations. Players defended their actions as personal expression, while the Giants organization reaffirmed its commitment to Pride Night.
Top consulting firms like Bain & Company, McKinsey & Company, and Boston Consulting Group offer starting base salaries exceeding $110,000 for new graduates, often supplemented by bonuses and relocation assistance. Other firms like Accenture and EY also offer competitive packages, while Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG may rely more on signing bonuses.
Four major European steel and chemical manufacturers, including ArcelorMittal and BASF, have urged an immediate halt to the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS). They argue the climate policy is too costly and uncompetitive compared to global rivals, risking damage to Europe's manufacturing base.
Donald Trump warned France it faces 100% US tariffs on wine and champagne if it proceeds with a digital tax on American tech firms. The ultimatum was delivered before a G7 meeting with Emmanuel Macron, contradicting reports of a settled dispute.
UK plans to ban social media for under-16s face criticism from Meta, YouTube, and Snapchat, who argue it will push teens to less safe platforms. Keir Starmer announced the ban, aiming to protect children's mental health and safety, despite tech companies' concerns.
President Trump threatened to impose 100% tariffs on French wines and champagnes in response to France's 3% digital services tax on tech giants. He urged President Macron to abolish the tax to avoid the tariffs.
KFC is overhauling its menu with more boneless chicken options, expanded sauce varieties, and new drink lines. The chain is also redesigning restaurants and refreshing its branding to attract diners amid intense competition from rivals like McDonald's and emerging chicken chains.
As the Super Netball regular season concludes, the Adelaide Thunderbirds lead the pack, while the Melbourne Mavericks and West Coast Fever also show strong form heading into finals. Meanwhile, men's netball faces declining support despite growing participation, and the future of the Giants team remains uncertain amid ownership and financial challenges.
Chinese police have dismantled a months-long smear campaign targeting e-commerce platforms Alibaba and JD.com. Chengdu Xiaoben Culture Media, hired by an unnamed company, allegedly created fake images and false information to harm the platforms' reputations and operations.
미국 대통령 트럼프가 프랑스의 디지털 서비스세(DST)에 대해 100% 관세 부과를 경고하며 G7 정상회의를 앞두고 프랑스와의 무역 갈등을 시사했다. DST는 프랑스가 아마존, 메타, 애플 등 빅테크 기업에 부과하는 세금으로, 트럼프는 이를 미국 기업에 대한 차별로 규정했다.
