President Xi Jinping’s renewed push for Xiong’an New Area highlights ambitious plans for the city as a new technology and policy innovation hub, despite ongoing challenges in attracting businesses and residents.
China's new cybercrime bill, featuring post-sentence exit bans, faces criticism for potentially threatening free expression and information access, with rights groups raising concerns over vague provisions.
Macau has enacted a sweeping national security law permitting closed-door trials, raising concerns about legal transparency and civil liberties in the Chinese-ruled city.
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.
ADES Holding temporarily suspends some offshore rigs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region due to escalating regional tensions, while maintaining a positive financial outlook and emphasizing safety.
The European Union launches a new strategy to combat the rising wildfire threat, focusing on prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery in the wake of a record-breaking 2025 fire season.
Iran rejects US ceasefire plan, issues counterproposals amidst ongoing Middle East conflict. U.S. increases troop deployment as attacks persist and oil prices surge.
EU road deaths decreased by 3% in 2025, but the bloc is struggling to meet its 2030 safety targets. Learn more about the latest statistics and challenges.
Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr signals a prolonged period of steady interest rates due to persistent inflation and rising oil price risks, emphasizing the need for sustained disinflationary evidence before considering rate cuts.
SpaceX is reportedly preparing to file for its IPO this week, targeting a record-breaking valuation of over $75 billion driven by its Starlink service and ambitious future projects.
Explore the fluctuating oil prices around $100, driven by US-Iran tensions and shifting ceasefire optimism. Understand the geopolitical and economic impacts.
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.
Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr signals a prolonged period of steady interest rates due to persistent inflation and rising oil price risks, emphasizing the need for sustained disinflationary evidence before considering rate cuts.
The Eurosystem has launched the Appia roadmap, outlining its strategy for developing a tokenised wholesale financial ecosystem in Europe, ensuring central bank money remains central.
ADES Holding temporarily suspends some offshore rigs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region due to escalating regional tensions, while maintaining a positive financial outlook and emphasizing safety.
SpaceX is reportedly preparing to file for its IPO this week, targeting a record-breaking valuation of over $75 billion driven by its Starlink service and ambitious future projects.
Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle division, Waymo, has received official approval to expand its self-driving ride-hailing service to cover more areas within the San Francisco Bay...
Players navigating through the vast world of Candy Crush Saga, with its more than 18,700 levels, might be surprised to learn that artificial intelligence...
Manus AI, a rapidly emerging general-purpose AI agent, has opened its registration to the public, moving away from its previous wait-list system. This change...
A group of researchers in China has expressed concerns over the rapid adoption of DeepSeek’s artificial intelligence models in hospitals, citing significant risks to...
Shenzhen, a major technology hub in southern China, has launched a dedicated semiconductor industry fund worth 5 billion yuan (approximately US$692.5 million) to bolster...
Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer, reported a significant 91% increase in its first-quarter profit, driven by strong demand for artificial intelligence (AI)...
In April, global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose by 29% year-on-year, reaching 1.5 million units. Despite trade tensions and economic uncertainties,...
NOYB, an Austrian privacy advocacy group led by Max Schrems, has announced its intention to seek an injunction against Meta Platforms, potentially resulting in...
Elon Musk announced that Saudi Arabia has approved his satellite internet service, Starlink, for aviation and maritime use in the region during a White...
Airbnb has introduced a redesigned app, signaling the company’s ambitious move to broaden its offerings beyond home rentals. This update is part of Airbnb’s...
eToro, the Israel-based stock brokerage platform that has increasingly focused on cryptocurrency, has priced its upcoming IPO at $52 per share. The company plans...
