The UK, US and EU are asking all citizens returning home from the virus-hit MV Hondius to self-isolate for about six weeks.
HABERAISierra Leone's largest diamond mine has closed due to falling prices of mined gems, driven by the rise of cheaper, ethically sourced lab-grown diamonds. Informal miners struggle as the global market shifts, impacting the region's economy and history.
DünyaAIChina and Vietnam are engaged in a "dredging war" in the South China Sea, rapidly transforming submerged reefs into artificial islands. China has created a 6-sq-km island on Antelope Reef, while Vietnam has reclaimed over 11 sq km across at least 20 reefs.
SporAIMatteo Berrettini retired from his French Open quarter-final against Matteo Arnaldi due to a hip injury, expressing frustration with his recurring injury issues. Arnaldi advances to the semi-finals.
HABERAISpaceX is preparing for its IPO next week, setting an ambitious share price of $135 and a valuation of $1.75 trillion. This early price estimate is unusual and could make SpaceX one of the world's most valuable companies, potentially making Elon Musk a trillionaire.
HABERAIJim Cramer warns that a surge in capital raises for AI infrastructure, including IPOs from SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI, could flood the market and depress stock prices. He fears investors may need to sell existing holdings, like Nvidia, to fund new offerings, creating a "battlefield" for stocks.
SporAIManchester City's initial offer for midfielder Elliot Anderson has been turned down by Nottingham Forest. The 23-year-old England international is reportedly considering a move to the Etihad Stadium.
