Quote of the day by Joan of Arc: "All I have done is by Our Lord's command… I have done nothing in the world but…"
Times of India •

Quote of the day by Joan of Arc: "All I have done is by Our Lord's command… I have done nothing in the world but…"

Joan of Arc attributed her extraordinary courage to divine command, not personal ambition. She faced her trial with humility, placing all credit with God. Her conviction provided strength through imprisonment and intense pressure. Purpose, rather than recognition, fueled her unwavering dedication to her mission. This historical figure's story continues to resonate due to her steadfast faith.

Scientists drilled 1,640 feet beneath Michigan and found 689 kinds of fungi living in water
Times of India •

Scientists drilled 1,640 feet beneath Michigan and found 689 kinds of fungi living in water

A fascinating discovery in Michigan reveals 689 fungal species living in ancient groundwater that hasn't touched the surface since the last Ice Age 11,000 years ago. This unique ecosystem, concealed within deep rocks and water, also harbors tiny organisms like worms and tardigrades. Such findings could revolutionize our understanding of subsurface life and fundamentally alter how scientists track ...

Unitree to launch IPO next week as US-China robotics rivalry intensifies

Unitree to launch IPO next week as US-China robotics rivalry intensifies

SCMP •

Unitree Robotics will launch its initial public offering in Shanghai next week, the firm announced late on Thursday, as China’s robotics start-ups race to go public amid an intense rivalry with their counterparts in the United States. The Hangzhou-based company plans to sell 40.45 million shares, or 10 per cent of its enlarged share capital. After the listing, Unitree founder Wang Xingxing and rel...

Burnham says he told Trump he would be ‘pragmatic’ on drilling for oil in North Sea – as it happened

Burnham says he told Trump he would be ‘pragmatic’ on drilling for oil in North Sea – as it happened

The Guardian •

‘There is a resource there. When people are struggling, we can’t ignore that,’ the prime minister says when asked about his conversation with Donald TrumpQ: [From ITV’s Romilly Weeks] You say that Reform UK followed all the rules in relation to donations. But why did George Cottrell give $2m to his mother shortly before she made substantial donations to the party?Jenrick said Reform was certain al...

China voices ‘serious concern’ over new US curbs in trade talks between Bessent and He

China voices ‘serious concern’ over new US curbs in trade talks between Bessent and He

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China on Thursday voiced “serious concern” over recent US economic restrictions during a video call between Vice-Premier He Lifeng, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. The exchange took place as both sides sought to finalise economic deliverables ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s expected visit to the United States in September. “The Chinese side e...

China voices ‘serious concern’ over new US curbs in senior trade talks

China voices ‘serious concern’ over new US curbs in senior trade talks

SCMP •

China on Thursday voiced “serious concern” over recent US economic restrictions during a video call between Vice-Premier He Lifeng, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. The exchange took place as both sides sought to finalise economic deliverables ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s expected visit to the United States in September. “The Chinese side e...

Uefa votes to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with private investor plan

Uefa votes to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with private investor plan

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Uefa member federations agreed on Thursday to boycott all Fifa competitions in protest of Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity investors. “Uefa and its national associations will not participate in Fifa competitions,” the European football body said after an urgent online meeting of the 55 members. “Some things are simply too important to sell,” Uefa said in a ...

Uefa to boycott World Cup in protest of Fifa’s private investors plan

Uefa to boycott World Cup in protest of Fifa’s private investors plan

SCMP •

Uefa member federations agreed on Thursday to boycott all Fifa competitions in protest of Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity investors. “Uefa and its national associations will not participate in Fifa competitions,” the European football body said after an urgent online meeting of the 55 members. “Some things are simply too important to sell,” Uefa said in a ...

UEFA to boycott World Cup in protest of Fifa’s private investors plan

UEFA to boycott World Cup in protest of Fifa’s private investors plan

SCMP •

UEFA member federations agreed on Thursday to boycott all Fifa competitions in protest of Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity investors. “UEFA and its national associations will not participate in Fifa competitions,” the European football body said after an urgent online meeting of the 55 members. “Some things are simply too important to sell,” UEFA said in a ...

Trump mulls ‘temporarily’ pulling Blanche’s attorney general nomination until key Republican senators leave office – live

Trump mulls ‘temporarily’ pulling Blanche’s attorney general nomination until key Republican senators leave office – live

The Guardian •

Trump says he may wait until two Republican holdouts, senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, are out of office before nominating Blanche for top DoJ jobSign up for the US Breaking News emailThe US economy expanded at a sluggish 1.5% pace from April through June as rising imports weighed on growth. But consumer spending rose. And the Federal Reserve’s favored measure of inflation grew more slowly la...

As Hong Kong ages and life goes digital, Hang Seng’s Silver Academy helps seniors stay active, connected and confident

As Hong Kong ages and life goes digital, Hang Seng’s Silver Academy helps seniors stay active, connected and confident

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[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] In a city that moves fast, it’s easy to miss a quiet reality: many older people are being asked to navigate a digital world that wasn’t built with them in mind. Payments, appointments, investments, even everyday conversations — they increasingly happen through screens, links and unfamiliar prompts. Most seniors adapt impre...

NY市場 1ドル=157円台後半まで値上がり 市場介入の観測も

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30日のニューヨーク外国為替市場では、ドルを売って円を買う動きが急激に進み、円相場が一時、1ドル=157円台後半まで値上がりしました。およそ5円、円高ドル安が急速に進行した形で、金融市場では政府・日銀が市場介入に踏み切ったのではないかとの観測も出ています。

Trump says he may ‘temporarily’ drop bid to make Blanche US attorney general

Trump says he may ‘temporarily’ drop bid to make Blanche US attorney general

The Guardian •

President says he has no objection to pulling his former lawyer’s name until dissenting Republicans are out of officeUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump has threatened to “temporarily” shelve a bid to permanently install his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as US attorney general amid resistance in US Congress.Blanche, currently serving as acting attorney general, has been struggling ...

Trump says he may ‘temporarily’ drop bid to make Blanche attorney general

Trump says he may ‘temporarily’ drop bid to make Blanche attorney general

The Guardian •

US president’s former lawyer has been struggling to persuade some Republican senators to back his nominationDonald Trump has threatened to “temporarily” shelve a bid to permanently install his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as US attorney general amid resistance in US Congress.Blanche, currently serving as acting attorney general, has been struggling to persuade a handful of Republican senato...

Profits boost for UK defence firms as governments increase spending

Profits boost for UK defence firms as governments increase spending

The Guardian •

Shares in Rolls-Royce jump by 5% after it lifts earnings guidance, while BAE Systems also upgrades profit forecastsRolls-Royce and BAE Systems are expecting higher profits as governments around the world boost their defence spending.Both companies lifted their earnings guidance on Thursday morning, citing commitments from governments to increase investment in defence systems. Continue reading...

Trump says he may pull Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general after key Republicans stall confirmation vote – live

Trump says he may pull Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general after key Republicans stall confirmation vote – live

The Guardian •

Trump says he may wait until two Republican holdouts, senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, are out of office before nominating Blanche for top DoJ jobSign up for the US Breaking News emailThe US economy expanded at a sluggish 1.5% pace from April through June as rising imports weighed on growth. But consumer spending rose. And the Federal Reserve’s favored measure of inflation grew more slowly la...

UEFA to boycott World Cup over FIFA investor plan

UEFA to boycott World Cup over FIFA investor plan

France 24 •

UEFA’s member associations have unanimously agreed to boycott the World Cup and other FIFA competitions in opposition to FIFA’s proposal to sell stakes in a tournament-operating subsidiary to outside investors.