Chinese AI labs like Moonshot AI and Alibaba are releasing powerful open-source models, challenging Western dominance. US officials, including Commerce Secretary Scott Bessent and Michael Kratsios, express concern, alleging IP theft and considering sanctions, intensifying the US-China AI competition.
The first half of the KBO season features a home run race between Austin Dean and Kim Do-yeong, with Dean potentially leading in seven offensive categories. Pitcher Choi Min-seok is a revelation, while veteran Ryu Hyun-jin shows he's still a force.
Spain is urging the European Commission to borrow an additional €850 billion annually on behalf of EU countries, a proposal aimed at lowering interest repayments and freeing up funds. This move is expected to ignite tensions with fiscally conservative nations like Germany and the Netherlands, who strongly oppose permanent common debt.
Marine Le Pen has re-entered France's 2027 presidential race with protégé Bardella, announcing a joint ticket after a court ruling on embezzlement charges kept her eligible. She plans to appeal the one-year house arrest sentence.
Europe's record heatwaves are creating opportunities for Thailand's economy. The Tourism Authority is encouraging European travelers to visit during the milder rainy season with discounts, while Thai manufacturers are seeing a surge in air conditioner exports to Europe, particularly France and Germany.
A NSW parliamentary committee report accuses top prosecutor Sally Dowling of giving false evidence under oath regarding pitching a story about a child's sentencing hearing to radio station 2GB. The report recommends the attorney general investigate her removal from office.
Ethereum's institutional outreach is being restructured with two new organizations, Ethereum Institutional and Ethlabs, funded by major ETH treasury firms like Bitmine and Sharplink. This shift aims to separate commercial functions from the Ethereum Foundation, focusing on sales and technical readiness respectively, as the Foundation redefines its role as a neutral steward.
The Doosan Bears defeated the Lotte Giants 5-0 in a KBO game in Seoul, led by Park Chan-ho's four RBIs, including a three-run homer, and sophomore starter Choi Min-seok's six scoreless innings, marking his second consecutive shutout outing.
Puerto Rican pitcher Yacksel Rios, with the LG Twins for two weeks, is hailed by manager Youm Kyoung-youb as the KBO's top reliever. Rios secured his first save Wednesday, contributing to the Twins' 2-0 win, and has impressed with his high-velocity fastball.
Embattled EV company Faraday Future is revamping its strategy by launching a new lineup of robots, including humanoids, quadrupeds, and robotic arms, alongside its electric vehicle efforts. The company aims to salvage its financial standing with these new ventures.
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Republican congressmen Andy Biggs and David Schweikert debated their qualifications to challenge Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs for Arizona governor, focusing on affordability and voter appeal. Biggs highlighted his broad appeal and experience, while Schweikert emphasized his financial focus and business recruitment efforts.
Men are increasingly focused on optimizing sperm health through extreme measures like icing testicles and avoiding pornography, part of the 'sperm-maxxing' trend. While some advice is misinformation, the trend has increased male interest in reproductive health, which researchers say is crucial for fertility and child development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron launched 'Bharat Innovates 2026' in Nice, highlighting India's role as a global solutions provider. The event showcased 120 deep-tech startups and attracted over 500 investors, with nearly $20 million in new commitments. The leaders emphasized bilateral cooperation in AI, climate change, and civil nuclear energy.
Canada navigates diplomatic relations with both China and the US, emphasizing economic autonomy and sovereignty, with trade heavily favoring the US.
NC Dinos secured a 6-3 victory over Samsung Lions, powered by ace Koo Chang-mo's strong pitching. The win extended NC's winning streak to two games and kept them in 7th place, while Samsung missed an opportunity to advance to 2nd.
Mainland Chinese creators on lifestyle apps are promoting Malaysia as an ideal destination for family life, citing international schools, Mandarin-speaking services, familiar food, and lower living costs.
Google Search is undergoing its first major overhaul in 25 years, integrating Gemini AI to provide instant summaries, chatbot interactions, and dynamically generated pages, significantly reducing reliance on traditional links. This shift aims to answer complex questions and automate tasks, though concerns about accuracy and the impact on web publishers remain.
South Korean high school pitching prospect Park Chan-min, 17, has signed with the Philadelphia Phillies, receiving over $1.2 million in signing bonus, the highest for a pitcher in the 2026 international signing class.
Andy Burnham is making waves with his active social media presence, using humor and a 'combative progressivism' to engage voters and challenge Keir Starmer. Allies praise his authentic communication style, contrasting it with Starmer's perceived lack of it. Burnham's strategy aims to uplift the Labour party after poor local election results.
Billionaire Tom Steyer is campaigning for California governor on an affordability platform and a promise to tax the wealthy. Despite skepticism, his "tax me more" message, coupled with a surge in anti-elite populism and income inequality, is resonating with voters seeking systemic change.
YouTube pitches itself as a key connector between creators and advertisers, introducing exclusive shows and highlighting its generous revenue split and tools to attract investment in YouTube-only content.
Google and SpaceX are in talks to build data centers in orbit, pitching space as the future home for AI compute, even as costs today remain far higher than on the ground.
SEOUL, May 7 (Yonhap) -- In the moments after recording the final three outs of ...
