Young adults with learning disabilities are gaining green sector jobs and transforming environments through the London Tree Ring project. The initiative aims to create wildlife corridors around the capital, fostering biodiversity and reconnecting a new generation with nature.
Intel has started production of its 18A-P chip node, a key step towards potentially manufacturing chips for Apple. This advanced node offers improved performance and power efficiency, aiming to position Intel as a competitive chip manufacturer for external clients.
Around 200 protesters in Albania tore down fences at a luxury development site on Saturday, protesting against construction on confiscated land and in environmentally sensitive areas. Villagers from Rrjoll demanded compensation for seized land, with some scuffles reported with law enforcement.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested former Reliance Telecom executives Gautam Doshi and Satish Seth in Mumbai as part of its money laundering probe against Anil Ambani's group entities. Doshi was brought to Delhi, while Seth was hospitalized and later sent to ED custody.
The Pentagon was locked down for hours due to a false anthrax alert triggered by a malfunctioning sensor, prompting a hazmat response before tests confirmed no hazard existed.
Egyptian authorities have frozen the assets of Nokhnoch and other defendants as part of an investigation into money laundering. The probe includes examining financial transactions, real estate, and electronic wallets, with further testimonies being taken from associates, including Nokhnoch's wife and a media personality.
A 46-year-old man was arrested for assault on May 10th in Kobe City during a protest against Governor Motohiko Saito. He allegedly grabbed a protester's hair, claiming he was trying to stop the man from approaching him while live-streaming his own differing views.
Rio Branco AC terminated its sponsorship with Blackbox, a company investigated in Operation Narco Fluxo for alleged money laundering and illegal betting operations. The company, which also sponsored other local football clubs, is accused of moving over R$1.6 billion.
Two Ugandan care workers, Sumayah Nakazibwe and Stella Ariokot, were trapped in their Belfast home for four hours during riots. They witnessed masked youths burning cars and bins, and narrowly escaped after a pastor intervened. Other families, including Romanian and Nigerian, were also targeted.
Two Ugandan care workers, Sumayah Nakazibwe and Stella Ariokot, were trapped in their Belfast home for four hours during riots. They were eventually rescued by a pastor after witnessing escalating violence, including petrol-bombing of cars and burning of properties. Other families, including Romanian and Nigerian, were also affected.
Kenyan police shot and killed a man during a protest against a proposed US-run Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki. Dozens gathered, some carrying a coffin, while police used teargas and arrested 19 protesters. The US plans to send 30 medical personnel to the 50-bed facility.
A demonstrator was shot and killed during a protest in Nanyuki, Kenya, against a US plan to build an Ebola quarantine center for US citizens. Protesters clashed with police, who used tear gas. The US stated Kenya was chosen for proximity and timely treatment of Americans affected by the DRC outbreak.
Kenyan President William Ruto defends the government's decision to allow the US to build an Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki, despite local protests and court orders. Satellite imagery shows rapid construction at the Laikipia Air Base.
Former City of Parramatta Council CEO Gail Connolly allegedly copied an associate's signature to sign her $500,000-a-year employment contract before an offer could be rescinded. An ICAC hearing revealed text messages and evidence suggesting she manipulated the signing process and made threats against staff.
Jamshid Ghomi, a dual US-Iranian national and CEO of an Iran-based tech company, was arrested for allegedly violating US sanctions by shipping sophisticated US-origin equipment to Iran's nuclear and military entities. He faces up to 20 years in prison.
Jamshid Ghomi, a dual US-Iranian national and CEO of an Iran-based tech firm, was arrested for allegedly violating US sanctions by shipping sophisticated US-origin equipment to Iran's nuclear and military establishments.
Taiwan's housing prices have surged, outpacing income growth in most major cities. Between 2018-2023, only Taipei and Hsinchu saw income increases, while five other major cities experienced income declines despite rising property values, significantly increasing the burden on potential homebuyers.
Leica Camera AG is breaking with tradition by using a new glass pressing technique for lens manufacturing. This method, employed at their Wetzlar site, involves pressing glass in carbide molds at high temperatures and pressure to achieve precise aspherical shapes. The new Noctilux M-35 lens, retailing around €9,000, is the first product to fully utilize this technology, resulting in a lighter and more compact design without compromising light intensity.
Polish Defense Minister Wladysіaw Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed that the US is negotiating with European countries about extending the NATO Nuclear Sharing program. The US is reportedly considering deploying additional nuclear weapons and dual-capable aircraft in Europe to reassure allies.
Coinbase has invested in ProShares' GENIUS Money Market ETF (IQMM), designed to hold assets backing stablecoins under the new GENIUS Act. This move signals Coinbase's bet on growing demand for regulated stablecoin reserve management products as US crypto regulation evolves.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided multiple locations in Maharashtra and Gujarat as part of a money laundering probe linked to drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola. Dola, who was extradited from Türkiye in April, is accused of running a transnational drug syndicate and is a close associate of Dawood Ibrahim.
A 49-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for repeated theft and robbery offenses committed while on probation. He also received a 10-year electronic tagging order and a 400,000 won restitution order.
Chinese auto firms, facing declining profits, are shifting focus to humanoid robots, leveraging existing manufacturing and tech expertise. Companies like BYD and XPeng are developing robots for sales and in-store roles, aiming for mass production by next year. This strategic move capitalizes on technological synergies, cost advantages, and government support, mirroring global trends from Tesla and Hyundai.
Australia's Senate estimates hearings this week will scrutinize key budget measures on housing, NDIS, and industry, as the Coalition intensifies its campaign against the government. A visit from the Solomon Islands PM and news on Aukus submarines are also expected to be focal points.
