Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison under national security law, drawing international condemnation and raising concerns over press freedom.
China launches a comprehensive crackdown on medical insurance fraud, targeting mental health institutions and the over-prescription of high-cost drugs to ensure healthcare fund integrity.
China launches its fourth experimental reusable spacecraft, nicknamed 'Shenlong', on a secretive orbital mission, continuing its advancements in space technology.
China removes three senior defense industry figures from its legislature as part of an escalating anti-corruption probe targeting the military-industrial complex.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party achieves a historic landslide victory in a snap election, securing a supermajority and paving the way for a conservative agenda.
The EU is scrutinizing TikTok's "addictive design," potentially leading to significant fines and mandatory changes to its core features under the Digital Services Act.
El Al faces a potential $39 million fine from Israel's Competition Authority for alleged price gouging during the Gaza war, exploiting a near-monopoly on flights.
Former President Donald Trump reverses his stance, now publicly endorsing the $6.2 billion Nexstar-Tegna broadcast merger, citing a need for increased competition.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Cuba on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with tremors felt across the island. Learn about the details of the seismic event and its impact.
Pony.ai and Toyota launch mass-produced robotaxis in China, featuring advanced autonomous driving technology and aiming for large-scale commercial deployment.
Amazon's stock plummets after announcing a massive $200 billion spending plan for AI infrastructure, overshadowing solid quarterly results. Explore investor reactions and the company's strategic outlook.
Boeing's Q4 2025 earnings reveal a significant jump in sales and deliveries, exceeding expectations, but the stock's reaction remains mixed. Explore the key financial highlights and future outlook.
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.
Pony.ai and Toyota launch mass-produced robotaxis in China, featuring advanced autonomous driving technology and aiming for large-scale commercial deployment.
Amazon's stock plummets after announcing a massive $200 billion spending plan for AI infrastructure, overshadowing solid quarterly results. Explore investor reactions and the company's strategic outlook.
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