US Deputy Assistant Defence Secretary Alvaro Smith spoke at China's Army Day reception, a rare move, emphasizing no desire for conflict and seeking a peaceful US-China relationship ahead of President Xi Jinping's September US visit.
Moonshot, a 3-year-old company, has released 'Kimi', an open-source AI model, contrasting with closely guarded US closed AI models, amidst rising China-US AI governance rivalry.
The US has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and certain tech products, citing national security risks, primarily targeting China amid escalating tech rivalry.
The 1784 voyage of the Empress of China marked the beginning of US-China relations, evolving from a coveted market to a strategic rival, reflecting America's self-image through each phase.
A seleção brasileira feminina de vôlei venceu a Itália, atual campeã mundial e olímpica, por 3 a 2 e disputará o título inédito da Liga das Nações contra a Turquia. A vitória veio após uma partida emocionante, com as brasileiras superando adversidades e lesões de titulares.
The inaugural Rugby Nations Championship has been largely enjoyed by viewers, showcasing compelling international rugby. However, the competition is still plagued by persistent refereeing inconsistencies and prolonged TMO reviews, leading to frustration and calls for rule changes to streamline the game.
AI innovators and entrepreneurs convened in Hong Kong to discuss fostering a global entrepreneurial ecosystem through collaboration and knowledge sharing, aiming to transcend geopolitical disagreements.
The World AI Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai highlights China's drive for technological self-reliance amid US chip restrictions. Beijing rejects 'trap' claims regarding its open-source AI promotion, aiming to foster global exchanges and ensure AI benefits reach developing nations.
Ant Digital Technologies, Alibaba's fintech affiliate, launched "Agentar 2.0," an upgraded AI agent platform featuring 200 digital expert templates. CEO Cyril Han Xinyi stated the platform aims to restructure enterprise workflows for collective productivity, moving beyond individual task acceleration.
Beijing has expanded its visa-free travel policy for citizens from over 50 countries, leading to a significant increase in foreign visitors. This move, contrasting global trends of closure, aims to boost inbound tourism and allow visitors to form their own perceptions of China, despite existing limits on long-term stay.
England and France face off in the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place play-off in Miami, seeking to end their campaigns on a positive note after semi-final losses to Argentina and Spain, respectively.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals feature the top four-ranked teams: France, Argentina, Spain, and England, a lineup not seen since 1990. Defending champions Argentina face England, while Spain meet France in mouth-watering clashes.
England and Argentina's football rivalry, marked by historical clashes and intense passion, is set for a major World Cup semi-final encounter. Their storied history includes controversial matches and iconic moments, dating back to their first World Cup meeting in 1966.
England and Argentina's World Cup rivalry, spanning six decades, is marked by iconic matches, controversial moments like the 'Hand of God', and political tensions, particularly after the Falklands War. The upcoming match features Lionel Messi against England for the first time.
England and Argentina's World Cup rivalry, spanning decades, is marked by iconic matches, controversial moments like the "Hand of God" goal, and political undertones, particularly stemming from the Falklands War. The upcoming match features Lionel Messi against England for the first time.
Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland, set to face off in the World Cup, share an unlikely friendship forged at Borussia Dortmund. Their burgeoning rivalry could define the future of football, contrasting with the Messi-Ronaldo era.
President Xi Jinping presented China's top science awards, emphasizing tech innovation's role in modernization and global competitiveness. He acknowledged challenges like insufficient original innovation and talent structure issues.
England and Norway renew their football rivalry, famously marked by Bjorge Lillelien's iconic 1981 commentary after Norway's shock World Cup qualifier win. His passionate, defiant words towards Margaret Thatcher have become legendary, echoing through decades of their football encounters.
Jofra Archer feels bowling in England is a return to 'normal cricket' compared to the IPL. After England's 125-run win over India, Archer noted bigger margins for error for bowlers in English conditions and issued a subtle warning to India's young batting unit.
Alibaba vice-president Qi Xiaoning stated that global tech firms, including those from the US, China, India, Brazil, and Europe, are collaborating on the open-standard RISC-V chip architecture despite US-China tech rivalry. He emphasized that this cooperation fosters friendship and trade.
The US and China are in a new space race, with both nations aiming to be the first to return humans to the Moon. NASA head Jared Isaacman highlighted China's rapid advancements and the strategic importance of lunar resources and future Mars missions.
The US and China are in a new space race, with both aiming to be the first to return humans to the Moon. NASA head Jared Isaacman highlighted China's rapid advancements and the strategic importance of lunar resources and future Mars missions.
As the US approaches its 250th anniversary, its relationship with China is defined by rivalry, yet deep financial entanglement persists. Despite US restrictions and China's diversification from the dollar, experts note the underlying financial infrastructure remains profoundly interconnected.
The European Union is re-evaluating economic interdependence, moving from a source of mutual prosperity to a tool for strategic competition amid intensifying geopolitical rivalry. The article questions the assumption that market size automatically translates into coercive geopolitical power.
