Singapore police seized a S$55 million luxury home allegedly bought with proceeds from smuggling Nvidia AI chips. CEO Wei Zhaolun faces money laundering charges for using S$38 million in illicit earnings. Four individuals and two companies are charged in connection with the illegal trade.
Queensland government ministers are defending an LNP fundraiser where donors paid up to $10,500 for 15-minute meetings with ministers. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie stated the event was for "talking to businesses," while Environment Minister Andrew Powell assured all donations were declared according to rules. The LNP overturned a ban on developer donations, a move they promised before the election. Opposition Leader Steven Miles emphasized the need for transparency, though he did not disclose Labor's previous fundraising costs.
Queensland government ministers are defending an LNP fundraiser where donors paid up to $10,500 for 15-minute meetings. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie stated the event was for "talking to businesses," while Environment Minister Andrew Powell assured all donations were declared according to rules. Opposition Leader Steven Miles emphasized the need for transparency regarding who provides cash and meets with officials.
Two soldiers, identified as South Korean nationals, were captured in Kursk in early 2025. Seoul considers the entire Korean peninsula its territory, making them citizens. Kyiv seeks South Korean arms amid Western supply struggles, while Seoul hesitates due to the active war zone.
South Korea considers soldiers captured in Kursk in early 2025 as its nationals, per its constitution. Seoul is open to accepting defectors, amid Kyiv's push for South Korean arms and EU pressure on Seoul to supply Ukraine.
Die Münchner Stadtwerke (SWM) beurteilen die Trinkwasserversorgung als angespannt, aber nicht kritisch. Nach einem Appell zum Wassersparen durch OB Krause befasste sich der Stadtrat mit der Lage. SWM-Wasserchef sieht keinen Grund zur Sorge, mahnt aber zum Handeln.
L'équipe de France a livré une performance impressionnante contre la Suède (3-0) lors de la Coupe du monde 2026, suscitant l'admiration de la presse étrangère pour son jeu offensif et ses buts spectaculaires, notamment ceux de Mbappé et Olise.
L'équipe de France a livré une performance impressionnante contre la Suède (3-0) lors de la Coupe du monde 2026, suscitant l'admiration de la presse étrangère pour son jeu offensif et ses buts spectaculaires.
Australia plans to double fines to $99m for social media platforms violating the under-16 ban, amid concerns over ineffective enforcement and calls for stricter algorithm regulation.
International World Cup fans in the US express frustration with the tipping culture, citing confusion and added expense, while hospitality staff highlight poor tipping by tourists, attributing it to cultural differences and low wages for servers.
The Australian government plans to strengthen laws banning children under 16 from social media after evidence showed the initial ban, enacted last December, has largely failed. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed the priority, while experts and the eSafety Commissioner highlight enforcement challenges and non-compliance by platforms.
Die Berliner Wasserbetriebe versichern, dass die Trinkwasserversorgung trotz der aktuellen Hitzewelle gesichert ist, da sie hauptsächlich aus tiefem Grundwasser gespeist wird. Der Wasserverbrauch steigt zwar, doch Einschränkungen sind nicht zu erwarten. Gleichzeitig wird ein bewussterer Umgang mit Wasser gefordert.
China Telecom awarded a major server procurement deal for 2026-2027, worth up to $1.7 billion, to six domestic companies. Huawei indirectly benefits through its Kunpeng ecosystem, while other tech giants like ZTE and Lenovo secured contracts for C86 servers, reflecting a trend of state-owned carriers prioritizing domestic technology.
Former footballer Bastian Schweinsteiger faces accusations of using racist stereotypes by describing Ivory Coast's play as "African football," characterized as "unorthodox" and "wild." Critics argue these terms echo colonial tropes, reducing Black players to physical attributes. While some defend Schweinsteiger, experts highlight the problematic nature of such language in sports commentary.
Keir Starmer resigns as UK PM, paving the way for a new leader, likely Andy Burnham. While Starmer stabilized ties with China, the successor's main challenge will be domestic economic issues.
Angesichts der Hitzewelle und ausbleibender Niederschläge rufen immer mehr deutsche Kommunen und Wasserversorger ihre Bürger zum sparsamen Umgang mit Trinkwasser auf. Das Befüllen von Pools und die Gartenbewässerung werden eingeschränkt, da die Ressourcen belastet sind und Ökosysteme gefährdet sind. Es gibt jedoch keine akute Wassermangelsituation.
NTA's Okhla headquarters operated a 'war room' for the NEET-UG exam, involving 250 observers, AI tools, and a network across 551 Indian cities and 14 overseas locations. The system monitored 22.7 lakh candidates, 5,440 centres, and 95,000 rooms using 1,38,560 CCTV cameras and human surveillance to flag violations.
Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro accused Israel of hacking election servers to manipulate voting data after right-wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella narrowly won the presidential election. Petro cited evidence of altered IP addresses and called for a recount, while De La Espriella pledged to restore ties with Israel.
Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi, former de facto leader, had her 33-year sentence reduced to 18 years and moved to house arrest. Supporters claim charges were fabricated by the junta.
Datacenters are driving unprecedented growth in US clean energy, boosting wind and solar, but also leading utilities to build fossil-fuel plants and delay renewable transitions. Tech companies are investing heavily in self-generation due to grid connection delays.
A movement called Stop Killing Games is lobbying for legal protections to prevent publishers from shutting down online video games. The group advocates for "end-of-life plans" to keep games playable, proposing that companies allow players to operate private servers. While the European Commission cannot mandate this due to copyright laws, it will work on a code of conduct. In the US, California's "Protect Our Games" act, which requires advance notice before takedown and access for purchased games, has passed the Assembly.
Donald Trump signed an "Islamabad MOU" at the Palace of Versailles with French President Emmanuel Macron. Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif announced the deal, which includes Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the US lifting its naval blockade. Analysts suggest the US made greater concessions due to its desire to end the war.
Shipping industry insiders suggest a deal's impact on global trade hinges on US sanctions relief and mine clearance in a strategic waterway. Companies maintain current Middle East operations, while analysts anticipate a wait-and-see approach despite the agreement promising to restore commercial shipping.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's 'Operation Tiger' aims to bring Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs into his fold, potentially increasing his party's Lok Sabha tally to 13. This could enhance his political standing within the NDA and Mahayuti alliance, possibly leading to a Union cabinet berth. While Shinde's influence at the Centre may grow, CM Devendra Fadnavis's position in Maharashtra is seen as secure until 2029.
