With industrial policy back in fashion worldwide, the question is not whether governments should intervene (they already do), but how they should proceed when they do not know in advance what will work. The answer lies in directed improvisation: creating the conditions for experimentation where it câŠ
From crucial U.S.-Iran talks and another sharp fuel price hike to the Padma Awards 2026, the Thoothukudi sexual assault case verdict - here are the top stories of the day.
According to the newspaper, the US side is seeking clear nuclear guarantees from Tehran in advance, while Iran insists that Washingon be more precise regarding the sanctions relief process
European automotive suppliers are set to benefit from an influx of Chinese carmakers, thanks to growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and persistent local protectionism, according to Vulcan Energy Resources, a lithium and renewable energy producer in Germany.
Chinese EV makers â from BYD to XpeâŠ
A Chinese chip pioneer who made his name in Japan â sweeping its top awards and developing the core components of the worldâs most advanced production line â has returned to China, along with his team of researchers.
Da Bo, a semiconductor prodigy whose research underpins TSMCâs 3-nanometre chip proâŠ
A major diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran could signal sanctions relief for Iran, a development analysts say bodes well for China, the primary buyer of Iranian oil.
Negotiations have advanced on a proposed 60-day ceasefire extension, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the âŠ
Scientists have peered inside the skull of a 380-million-year-old Antarctic fish that was closely related to the first animals to walk on land, revealing surprising clues about how life began its move out of the water. Using advanced neutron imaging, researchers discovered that Koharalepis jarviki hâŠ
Exclusive: Mining giant says technology is not yet advanced enough to run a fully electrified fleet but experts say it is hooked on federal fuel tax creditsRevealed: the internal BHP memo that slammed the brakes on worldâs biggest minerâs climate pushRead more from the BHP files investigation hereGeâŠ
TeherĂĄn condiciona el avance de las negociaciones a ciertas garantĂas, como la liberaciĂłn de activos iranĂes bloqueados Leer
Luego de que la firma de un acuerdo entre Estados Unidos e IrĂĄn pareciera inminente, este lunes 25 de mayo las partes señalan avances, pero se mantienen desacuerdos, especialmente en torno al uranio enriquecido de TeherĂĄn. El inquilino de la Casa Blanca, Donald Trump, subrayĂł en las Ășltimas horas quâŠ
ÂżEs inminente un acuerdo entre Estados Unidos e IrĂĄn? SegĂșn TeherĂĄn, aĂșn no lo es. La RepĂșblica IslĂĄmica reconociĂł este 25 de mayo que sĂ ha habido avances importantes en las negociaciones, pero que aĂșn no es posible afirmar que la firma de un acuerdo de paz estĂ© cerca. Informes contradictorios han âŠ
El presidente de Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, presentĂł el balance de su Gobierno el 24 de mayo. En medio de la polarizaciĂłn y la violencia en su paĂs, Noboa destacĂł los resultados de su gestiĂłn en un discurso en el que hablĂł de los avances en la lucha contra el crimen organizado y la mejora de indicadoresâŠ
The window of preparation provided by the new advanced warning will vary by the geographic area targeted by the attacks, and the system is expected to be implemented within the next few days.
Singaporeâs economy expanded faster than expected in the first quarter as the global artificial-intelligence boom lifted the nationâs manufacturing and services, offsetting the drag from higher crude prices.
Gross domestic product grew a seasonally adjusted 1 per cent in the three months through MarâŠ
El presidente estadounidense Donald Trump le pidiĂł a su equipo negociador que no se precipite en firmar un acuerdo con IrĂĄn. A pesar del aire "optimista" por los avances de las negociaciones, TeherĂĄn no descarta que Estados Unidos e Israel retomen los ataques contra su territorio. Nuestro corresponsâŠ
The PLA Navyâs aircraft carrier base in Hainan could prove vital to the fleetâs survivability and crucial in countering US containment along the first island chain in wartime, according to a prominent mainland Chinese magazine.
Such a posture could also support efforts to impose a maritime blockade âŠ
De retour en France, plusieurs membres français de la flottille Sumud tĂ©moignent auprĂšs de «Mediapart» de violences sexistes et sexuelles infligĂ©es par leurs geĂŽliers israĂ©liens. Ils soulignent que ce quâils ont subi nâest quâun infime aperçu de ce que subissent au quotidien les dĂ©tenus palestiniensâŠ
Las Ășltimas declaraciones del secretario de Estado estadounidense, Marco Rubio, y del presidente Donald Trump sobre un posible acuerdo con IrĂĄn en las prĂłximas horas han generado bastante expectativa y positividad, pero tal vez se podrĂan estar tomando con demasiado entusiasmo, pues hay algunos puntâŠ
The shooting near the National Mall occurred shortly after a motorcade carrying Vice-President J.D. Vance had passed by the area, U.S. Secret Service Deputy Director Matthew Quinn said
An early glimpse of the battle to succeed US President Donald Trump atop the Republican ticket played out last week in classic Trumpian fashion when Vice-President J.D. Vance was temporarily demoted to play press secretary.
His hour-long spell fielding questions from the White House âlionâs denâ preâŠ
His comments come as both Kyiv and Moscow try to advance their interests on the battlefield.
AI-generated K-pop songs about the disputed islands are turning historical grievances between South Korea and Japan into viral digital nationalism.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is casting new doubt on NATO's relevance after key allies recoiled from backing Washingtonâs âOperation Epic Fury.â
Why do gender wage gaps and other disparities persist despite converging education levels and mounting evidence that the public opposes such forms of inequality? The problem lies less in outdated beliefs and biases than in entrenched structural constraints to women's economic advancement.
French â President Emmanuel Macron said on â Friday that the government will invest an additional âŹ1 billion (US$1.16 billion) in its quantum strategy and âŹ550 million to support the microelectronics sector, as global powers race to be first to leverage âemerging technology.
âIâll say it out loud. We âŠ
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Friday that Alberta was âessentialâ to the countryâs future, hours after the provinceâs leader moved the oil-rich region closer towards a referendum on independence.
Separatists in the western province spent months collecting signatures seeking to trigger âŠ
A committee of Russiaâs State Duma has recommended advancing a bill that would make Russian citizens liable for âcommitting offenses against Russiaâs interests abroad.â
El secretario de Estado, Marco Rubio, muestra un optimismo cauto mientras se intensifica el diĂĄlogo entre ambos paĂses
Mientras sigue la incertidumbre sobre un acuerdo entre TeherĂĄn y Washington o una reanudaciĂłn de la guerra, el secretario de Estado, Marco Rubio, declarĂł este 22 de mayo que se han registrado "ligeros avances". Sus declaraciones llegaron horas despuĂ©s de que el Comando Central de EE. UU. (CENTCOM) sâŠ
All three of Chinaâs aircraft carriers could soon be able to operate the countryâs J-35 stealth fighter, which Chinese experts say would âsignificantlyâ bolster the navyâs combat abilities.
Currently, only Chinaâs most advanced carrier, the Fujian, can host the J-35 as it has an electromagnetic cataâŠ
Researchers have discovered how to fine-tune a futuristic type of porous glass that can trap gases like CO2 and hydrogen. Inspired by centuries-old glassmaking techniques, the team added sodium and lithium compounds to make the material easier to process and shape. The breakthrough could accelerate âŠ
The advanced persistent threat group also relied on SOCKS proxies like SoftEther VPN, tunneling tools that act as a middleman between victim and attacker.
US and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement.
As robots become more advanced to carry out complex tasks, they are set to be at the forefront of the next phase of Singaporeâs goal to become a world-class artificial intelligence hub.
The city state hopes to position itself as a hub for âphysical AIâ â robots and autonomous systems that can clean âŠ
When Air Force One touched down in Beijing, one of the most photographed passengers was Boeingâs chief executive, Kelly Ortberg, there to close a deal. Washington had come to sell aircraft. Beijing was buying something else.
The last time this scene played out in 2017, China signed an agreement for âŠ
Presidenta (E) Delcy RodrĂguez lidera jornada por la Paz en BolĂvar: Entrega dotaciĂłn policial y celebra avances de la Ley de AmnistĂa Este jueves, la Presidenta Encargada de la RepĂșblica Bolivariana de Venezuela, Delcy RodrĂguez, encabezĂł un acto en el estado BolĂvar, donde reafirmĂł el compromiso âŠ
ASX-listed company announced in February it would lay off almost 30% of its 7,000-strong workforce across 40 countriesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWiseTech has begun informing staff that they will lose their jobs as part of redundancies the company has said is due to arâŠ
Amid hostilities with Iran, the American military expended far more advanced interceptors to protect Israel than Israeli forces did, according to Defense Department data.
The chipmaker is deepening partnerships with Taiwanese firms on advanced packaging to support its Helios rack-scale AI platform
Physicists at Peking University have uncovered a new way to confine light far beyond conventional limits â without relying on metals and their inherent energy dissipation. By formulating the singular dispersion equation, the team discovered narwhal-shaped wavefunctions that trap light at deep-subwavâŠ
The fight against radicalisation in Mauritania advances through faith and community outreach by female Islamic guides.
As part of the framework, the âcompanies could share advanced models with âgovernment agencies up to 90 days before public launch, â the report said
Guo Jiakun stressed that China was ready to advance mutually beneficial cooperation with Russia at a higher level and support the development of both countries
Netanyahu is under mounting pressure as his fractious right-wing coalition submitted the bill to dissolve parliament.
En esta ediciĂłn de Ellas Hoy repasamos los diez años de las uniones civiles homosexuales en Italia, un avance histĂłrico que sigue sin traducirse en igualdad plena para las parejas del mismo sexo, especialmente bajo el gobierno de Giorgia Meloni. AdemĂĄs, analizamos el precedente de la Corte Suprema dâŠ
Netanyahu absent from preliminary vote, which left-wing leader calls 'beginning of end of worst government in Israel's history'; bill does not set date for elections, which must in any case be held by Oct. 27
The post MKs advance bill to dissolve Knesset, potentially trigger slightly earlier electioâŠ
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy switched sides to deliver a crucial vote to pass the legislation
FFmpeg already supports CPU-based decoding for Samsung's APV as the Advanced Professional Video Codec. FFmpeg also has APV encode support too while now an interesting addition was merged this week: Vulkan-based acceleration for APV...
When South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met on Tuesday, they had energy security atop the agenda â and something harder to name top of mind.
It was their fourth meeting in six months, a pace of leadersâ encounters that analysts say reveals much about the âŠ
The warning was issued as President Trump and Vice President JD Vance say progress is being made toward a deal, while keeping open the threat of renewed strikes.
Oil prices eased after the White House remarks as Iran warned it would expand the war in response to any new attacks.
New disclosures show more than 3,700 transactions in the first three months of 2026, with several trades timed near favorable regulatory decisions
The White House plans to release its much-discussed executive order on cybersecurity and AI safety as soon as this week, sources familiar with the matter told Axios.Why it matters: In its current form, the order seeks to bolster cybersecurity around advanced AI models and outlines plans for a voluntâŠ
Despite Icasaâs pushback, Minister Solly Malatsi aims to advance South Africaâs ICT reforms, enhancing satellite service access and addressing ownership regulatory gaps.
WASHINGTON, May 19 (Reuters) - Vice President JD Vance reassured Americans on Tuesday that President Donald Trump's war with Iran will not become a "forever war," using a White House briefing to defend his boss's policies as speculation about his potential successor builds.
US Senate advances resolution limiting Trumpâs powers to wage war against Iran * Trump-backed candidate in Kentucky defeats incumbent Thomas Massie, in win for pro-Israel Republicans
The post NYT: Israeli-developed war plans sought to have Ahmedinejad run Iran after Khamenei killed appeared first onâŠ
GOP's Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, fresh off primary loss to Trump-backed opponent, joins three Republicans in backing move; three absent senators could yet defeat it
The post US Senate advances measure curbing Trumpâs Iran war powers, nearly along party lines appeared first on The Times of Israel.
The advancement on the resolution is a victory for lawmkaers who have been arguing that Congress, not the president, should have the power to send troops to war, as spelled out in the Constitution.
JD Vance said during a White House briefing that although the war with Iran is not a "forever war," an escalation in the absence of a diplomatic solution would serve long-term US security interests.
The White House briefing room has emerged this âmonth as an informal audition stage in the race to succeed President Donald Trump in 2028. Mr. Vance's appearance âat â the podium came about two weeks after Secretary of State Marco Rubio, his possible future rival, drew â wide attention for his debut bâŠ
U.S. President Trump says the war would be over "very quickly"; Vance acknowledges difficulties in negotiating with a fractured Iranian leadership
Alongside most Democrats, Republicans Rand Paul, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Bill Cassidy also voted in favor
US Vice-President J.D. Vance said on Tuesday that diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran had made âgood progressâ, but warned that the US military was âlocked and loadedâ to restart its campaign against Iran if negotiations collapsed.
âA lot of good progress is being made, but weâre just goiâŠ
âCongress has the power to slam the brakes on this unwise conflict,â said bill sponsor and Democratic Senator Tim Kaine.
Vote to advance War Powers Resolution seen as rare rebuke of the president as pressure grows to end US attack on Iran.
US Vice President JD Vance says the US is prepared to take military action if Iran does not agree to a nuclear deal
La RepĂșblica DemocrĂĄtica del Congo enfrenta su brote nĂșmero 17 de Ă©bola desde que el virus fue descubierto en 1976. La particularidad es que se trata de una cepa para la cual no existe una vacuna probada, y ademĂĄs ocurre en un momento turbulento para el paĂs: una guerra entre el EjĂ©rcito regular, loâŠ
Data: Axios/Harris Poll; Chart: Danielle Alberti/AxiosDemocrats have become more skeptical of AI technology and the industry behind it, while Republicans are significantly more likely to trust most AI companies, according to this year's Axios Harris Poll 100 rankings.Why it matters: This represents âŠ
Opposition MKs walk out, leaving coalition lawmakers to unanimously approve bills for their first readings; deputy AG warns of 'danger to democratic elections'
The post MKs vote to advance bills splitting and weakening role of AG, making it harder to indict PM appeared first on The Times of Israel.
A recent meeting between Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) CEO Lisa Su signals a potential loosening of US chip export policies, which could reopen high-end semiconductor sales, including artificial intelligence chips, to select Chinese firms, according to analysts.
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Hong Kong should prioritise the adoption of hydrogen and related facilities such as refuelling stations for heavy vehicles at container terminals and other industrial areas to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, a think tank has said.
Our Hong Kong Foundation set out nine recommendations in a policy âŠ
A Pakistani court sentenced a man to death on Tuesday for murdering a teenage influencer last year after she had repeatedly rejected his advances.
Sana Yousafâs murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over womenâs safety, after some online comments â alongside condolences â âŠ
Legal reform and structural change may lack flair, but they can improve the situation on the ground.
Nature, Published online: 19 May 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01553-1Thanks to some surprising advances, mathematicians are starting to realize that artificial intelligence could radically alter their profession.
El avance de la investigaciĂłn contra el gobernador con licencia y nueve funcionarios mĂĄs, incluido el senador Enrique Inzunza, enciende alarmas en el oficialismo. La nueva lĂnea interna es tomar distancia, blindar a Claudia Sheinbaum y refugiarse en el discurso de la soberanĂa nacional
La policĂa choca con los manifestantes, que exigen la renuncia del presidente Rodrigo Paz, para evitar su avance hacia la sede del Gobierno
From traditional Moroccan hammam products to Korean skincare and advanced aesthetic tools, the expo reflects a beauty industry increasingly centered on care, personalization and technology.
Chinaâs military mouthpiece has issued a rare warning that personnel may be insufficiently trained to operate new weapons, including unmanned systems, despite Beijingâs rapid advances in hardware.
Some military units showed a low level of integration between personnel and equipment, Mondayâs PLA DaiâŠ
Scientists have uncovered a hidden âsugar codeâ on the surface of human cells that could transform how diseases are detected. Using an advanced imaging technique called Glycan Atlasing, researchers at the Max Planck Institute mapped the tiny sugar structures coating cells and discovered that these pâŠ
Japanâs prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, and South Koreaâs president, Lee Jae Myung, have surprised many observers by moving past their nationsâ historical grievances.
El Kremlin busca avances en energĂa y comercio, pero el gran gasoducto hacia China sigue en manos de PekĂn Leer
Miles de personas, incluidos altos cargos como Vance, Rubio y Hegseth, acuden a la capital para participar en un evento patrocinado por la Casa Blanca
The rest of the world continues to shunt Africa to the periphery, regarding it mainly as a source of raw materials. But as more advanced economies face structural problems, the continentâs unmatched demographic momentum and enormous industrialization potential imply that it will play a central role âŠ
Yury Ushakov noted that Moscow usually agrees on a plan for negotiations with Beijing in advance
Advances in import substitution and development have reduced the urgent need for domestic software by a factor of four in recent years, the Russian prime minister noted
Apparently anyone can vibe code anything these days. So Claude and I tried to make a database for tracking the petty grievances of the masses.
Led by Donovan Mitchell's 26 points, Cleveland dominate Detroit in Game 7 to advance to the NBA's final four.
The Sudanese army has made advances in Blue Nile state, with renewed fighting forcing families into overcrowded camps
Candidates will face off on June 7 election after first round of voting marred by logistical errors, fraud allegations.
Gov't funding cuts, war, tariffs and AI advancements intensify competition among recent graduates seeking stable jobs.
Career outcomes shift by location. WalletHub scored 182 U.S. cities on job opportunity and livability to find where new workers advance most
Mengele, the monstrous doctor known as the Angel of Death, ran a horrifying system of experiments on Auschwitz camp prisoners, exploiting his professional status to advance Nazi racial theory.
The destruction of enemy formations in Svyatogorsk in the Donetsk People's Republic continues, Valery Gerasimov said
As lawmakers in U.S. Congress advance their pirate site blocking plans, the Motion Picture Association is publicly reiterating the need for such legislation. In a World IP Day post, MPA Global General Counsel Karyn Temple frames live sports piracy as an urgent threat. She argues that a U.S. site bloâŠ
El EjĂ©rcito israelĂ asegura que controla el 60% de la Franja de Gaza, reduciendo considerablemente el territorio de los palestinos. El primer ministro Benjamin Netanyahu celebrĂł y se felicitĂł por el avance de la lĂnea amarilla, insinuando que el futuro incluso podrĂan controlar mĂĄs. El alto el fuegoâŠ
Three major conflicts are shaping America's AI race against China in real time, with changing global dynamics shifting the terms week by week:The race with China on advancing AI modelsConflicting federal vs. state laws in the U.S.European AI policyWhy it matters: All three factors are fraught with pâŠ
While the summit appeared cordial, China remains a key adversary of the United States, given its advanced intelligence and espionage capabilities.
Scientists have uncovered evidence that serotonin â the same brain chemical boosted by many antidepressants â may actually worsen tinnitus. Using advanced light-based brain stimulation in mice, researchers identified a serotonin-driven circuit linked directly to tinnitus-like behavior. The findings âŠ
Bitcoin Magazine
The Trump Family Trust Bought Bitcoin-Linked Stocks in First Quarter: Filing
The Trump family trust disclosures show purchases of Coinbase, MARA and Strategy shares in Q1 2026 as the administration advances a more crypto-friendly policy agenda.
This post The Trump Family Trust BougâŠ
Publishers would have to offer "independent" play patch or refunds after server shutdowns.
Ukraine has prevented Russian arms and fuel from reaching the front line in a successful disruption campaign.
Keir Starmer atraviesa el momento mĂĄs delicado desde su llegada al poder en Reino Unido. Los malos resultados electorales, el avance de la ultraderecha y las crecientes tensiones dentro del Partido Laborista han debilitado la autoridad del primer ministro britĂĄnico, cada vez mĂĄs cuestionado dentro yâŠ
Governments and financial institutions urgently need to align on restoring and maintaining the planet's life-support system. By harnessing recent advances in science, monitoring technologies, and data availability, we can finally start treating water like the shared, transnational asset that it is.
