China's Ministry of Commerce introduces 17 measures to integrate AI into consumer goods, retail, and commerce, focusing on smart products, robots, and subsidies to boost consumption growth.
Iran is waiving fees for security, safety, and environmental services for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as the strait saw 25 commercial vessel crossings on Thursday, the highest since mid-April, following its effective closure after February 28.
As Europe's MiCA regulation deadline looms, major crypto firms like Binance and Tether face challenges securing licenses or complying with rules, potentially disrupting access for millions of users and reshaping the market towards regulated entities and a future digital euro.
Volunteers and local residents have cleaned up unauthorized landfills in the Belomorsky reserve and a forestry area near Arkhangelsk, removing 17 tons of waste. The Clean Arctic project plans further cleanup missions in Chukotka and other northern regions.
A fire at a school was extinguished around 1:45 PM, with 75 fire engines and dozens of firefighters responding. Most injuries were due to smoke inhalation, with one teacher breaking her hip and two children fracturing arms. Firefighters rescued four individuals.
A personal account highlights how a child's belief in their abilities, fostered by positive reinforcement from adults, significantly impacts performance more than innate talent. Negative criticism can hinder progress, while supportive words build confidence and lead to success.
A brown skua found dead at Cape Le Grand National Park, Western Australia, has tested positive for avian influenza. Further testing is underway to confirm if it is the H5N1 strain. A second bird, a giant petrel, is also being tested. Officials urge the public not to touch sick or dead birds.
Hong Kong's welfare minister defended the government's decision to abandon the poverty line, calling it a limited statistical concept. He stated it failed to identify needy groups beyond low income, such as carers, and announced plans for a new commission on targeted poverty alleviation.
Hong Kong's welfare minister defended the government's decision to remove the poverty line as an indicator for aid, stating it's a limited statistical concept focused solely on income. He argued it fails to identify needy groups like carers, whose varied needs will be addressed by a new commission.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and confiscated over MYR 500,000 (USD 124,000) in illicit funds during a crackdown on illegal World Cup gambling. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targeted betting websites and platforms.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and seized over half a million ringgit (US$124,000) in illicit proceeds during a World Cup gambling crackdown. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targets illegal football betting from June 11 to July 19, with 52 raids conducted and 42 websites/apps flagged.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched a verified WhatsApp channel (+91 78279 80287) for direct communication with NEET UG 2026 re-examination candidates. NTA warns against fake messages and scams, advising aspirants to use only official sources and download admit cards from the official website. The agency also stated that admit cards from the May 3 exam are invalid.
One person is in custody after shots were fired in New York's Times Square on Thursday. Video showed two individuals drawing weapons and firing before fleeing. No injuries were reported, and police are searching for others involved.
A federal judge ordered the release of Salah Sarsour, a Muslim leader detained by immigration authorities, ruling his detention unlawful due to retaliation for his pro-Palestine speech, protected by the First Amendment.
Côte d’Ivoire striker Elye Wahi, under investigation for alleged match-fixing, has received authorization to travel to Canada for his team's World Cup match against Germany. The French league alerted authorities after an unusual amount of bets were placed on Wahi receiving a yellow card in a May game.
A Victorian Auditor-General's Office report found fire authorities failed to complete planned burns and strategic fuel breaks before the devastating 2024 Grampians National Park bushfires, which destroyed 51 properties. The report highlights data gaps in assessing burn effectiveness and incomplete fuel break construction, posing future risks.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei authorized a memorandum of understanding with the US, despite personal reservations. He granted approval after receiving assurances that Iran's rights and the "Resistance Front's" interests would be protected.
Naresh Gujral, son of former PM I.K. Gujral, lost Rs 7.8 crore to cyber fraudsters who impersonated him on a messaging app and manipulated employee phone records. Delhi Police froze Rs 4 crore and are pursuing further recovery.
Kochi police are investigating after workers at Cochin Shipyard discovered a message reading "I Love Pakistan" etched inside a vessel undergoing maintenance. The writing, found on an internal wall about 10 days ago, prompted a complaint from the shipyard, a sensitive naval facility.
Donald Trump is hastily negotiating with Iran, offering a $300bn rebuilding fund and an end to sanctions, after a catastrophic war sparked with Israel's influence. Despite claiming a "major win", the move follows widespread criticism of the war's justification and methodology, which has killed over 3,300 Iranians, including more than 100 children.
Green party leader Zack Polanski has been cleared by an ethics inquiry into allegations he failed to pay council tax while living on a houseboat. The Greater London Authority's monitoring officer found the circumstances were beyond its scope, and Polanski stated it was an unintentional misunderstanding.
Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi will miss the World Cup match against Germany in Toronto due to not obtaining travel authorization. This comes after Wahi was linked to a sports corruption investigation involving unusual betting patterns in a recent Ligue 1 match.
A paper co-authored by Li Cheng of the University of Hong Kong suggests China could dismantle US AI dominance within 10-20 years. While the US leads in chips and infrastructure, China excels in energy and AI applications, with the gap in AI models narrowing.
Côte d’Ivoire striker Elye Wahi is unable to travel to Canada for a World Cup match due to an ongoing investigation into alleged match-fixing. The FIF stated administrative authorisations for entry were not obtained.
