US and China trade officials meet in Paris to ease tensions and prepare for a presidential summit, amidst ongoing trade disputes and a recent Chinese rejection of a US trade probe.
China condemns attacks on Gulf countries and urges de-escalation amid rising tensions with Iran, emphasizing the need for dialogue and adherence to international law.
China's Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing will represent President Xi Jinping at the second Nuclear Energy Summit in France, focusing on global cooperation and climate change solutions.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East, justice for Palestinians, and warns against regime change in Iran, while urging dialogue with the U.S.
China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) details ambitious targets for technological innovation, economic growth, and decarbonization, aiming to boost R&D spending and reduce carbon emissions per GDP unit.
France bolsters its military presence in the Middle East with a significant naval deployment, including its aircraft carrier, as President Macron pursues diplomatic solutions and postwar talks with regional powers.
US and Israeli forces have ramped up military operations against Iran, targeting key figures and infrastructure while provoking retaliation and crisis across the Middle East. The conflict has resulted in thousands of casualties, displaced millions, and severely disrupted global oil markets.
The European Commission has taken infringement actions against France, Germany, and Portugal for non-compliance with EU water legislation, including the Water Framework Directive and Drinking Water Directive.
Iran is negotiating with FIFA to move its 2026 World Cup matches from the U.S. to Mexico due to security concerns raised by President Trump's statements.
Israel launches ground operations in southern Lebanon, escalating the conflict with Hezbollah amid heightened regional tensions. Fears of prolonged occupation and humanitarian crisis grow as international calls for ceasefire intensify.
Guardforce AI completes the acquisition of MGAI, expanding its AI platform into speech therapy and rehabilitation, targeting significant revenue growth in the Asian healthcare market.
WELLSTAR Technologies expands its medical billing platform with acquisitions in Ontario and Quebec and secures $62 million in financing to fuel its growth strategy and upcoming spin-out.
Signing Day Sports completes business combination with BlockchAIn, forming BlockchAIn Inc. The new entity will trade on NYSE American as 'AIB' starting March 17, 2026, focusing on AI and HPC infrastructure.
Mastercard announces acquisition of stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, expanding its digital asset capabilities and future payment solutions.
YOFC showcases its latest AI and optical connectivity innovations, including hollow-core fibre technology, at MWC Barcelona 2026, highlighting solutions for AI computing, smart mobility, and more.
Netherlands returns a 3,500-year-old Egyptian sculpture, looted during the Arab Spring, after an international investigation and cooperation with Spanish authorities.
China’s commercial space industry drew global attention at a major Beijing expo featuring reusable rockets, satellite manufacturing and space applications, highlighting rapid growth across the private aerospace sector.
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
Team GB's appeal to use new aerodynamic skeleton helmets at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, upholding the IBSF's ban.
Relive the dazzling opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, featuring Mariah Carey, dual Olympic flames, and a celebration of Italian culture.
Hilary Knight ties the U.S. Olympic women's hockey scoring record as the USA defeats Finland 5-0 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Read the full game recap and highlights.
Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.
Guardforce AI completes the acquisition of MGAI, expanding its AI platform into speech therapy and rehabilitation, targeting significant revenue growth in the Asian healthcare market.
WELLSTAR Technologies expands its medical billing platform with acquisitions in Ontario and Quebec and secures $62 million in financing to fuel its growth strategy and upcoming spin-out.
Signing Day Sports completes business combination with BlockchAIn, forming BlockchAIn Inc. The new entity will trade on NYSE American as 'AIB' starting March 17, 2026, focusing on AI and HPC infrastructure.
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