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All not perfect: US Centcom commander flags sailors' mental issues during long service at sea
CENTCOM Commander Adm Brad Cooper visited the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier. He acknowledged challenges but stated the ship has low mental health cases. Cooper praised the crew's camaraderie, teamwork, and resilience during his visit. He emphasized mental health as a vital aspect of overall well-being. The commander wished the sailors and Marines a safe journey home.
Trump cuts military drills with South Korea citing ‘very good relationship’ with Kim Jong-un – US politics live
President orders Pentagon to scale back ‘inappropriate and hostile’ exercises with South KoreaAndy Burnham exchanged messages with someone impersonating Donald Trump’s chief of staff, the Guardian understands.The UK prime minister was in contact with an unknown individual pretending to be the senior White House aide Susie Wiles before concerns were raised about the incident. No messages of signifi...
Around 41% of people who saw UK government heat alerts took no action, study finds
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and severe - but a new study finds that 41% of people who saw heat-health alerts in England took no protective action. Why aren't warnings translating into action?
41 percent of people who saw heat alerts took no action, study finds
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and severe - but a new study finds that 41% of people who saw heat-health alerts in England took no protective action. Why aren't warnings translating into action?
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Hundreds of nostalgic Germans flock to see Angela Merkel’s portrait
A portrait of former German Chancellor Angela Merkel is drawing around 900 visitors a day to Berlin’s Bode Museum, an increase of up to 90% compared with the same period last year. The painting has sparked reflections on Merkel’s 16 years in power, with some visitors expressing nostalgia.
Rhossi, a rare sea turtle, recovers after 5,000-mile trek from Wales to Texas
Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, near death on Welsh beach in 2023, is thriving in Houston despite lingering pneumoniaA Kemp’s ridley sea turtle native to the Gulf of Mexico is largely thriving after he was found nearly dead on a beach in Wales in late 2023, nursed back to health and then flown to Houston recently to continue recovering – though scans revealed signs that the creature has been grappling w...
China’s pharma contractors rally as US supply chain pressures face industry resistance
China’s pharmaceutical contractors are showing financial resilience in the face of Washington’s push to curb reliance on Chinese supply chains. Analysts said investors were bullish because the US government’s recent measures to curb Beijing’s rise as a global pharmaceutical supplier had met resistance from industry players reluctant to give up China’s cost advantages. Hong Kong-listed shares of Wu...
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Can China follow its own ‘technological path’ amid growing AI rivalry with US?
China’s ability to set its own technological course in the face of sustained US export restrictions may be the key factor in the two countries’ contest over artificial intelligence, a prominent analyst has argued. Zheng Yongnian, dean of the school of public policy at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen), made the case in his preface to The Rise of Atlas, a new book about the development...
Senior Hong Kong policeman loses appeal over jail term for HK$26m mortgage fraud
A Hong Kong court has dismissed an appeal by a senior police officer against his 6½-year jail sentence for fraudulently securing more than HK$26 million (US$3.31 million) in mortgages by concealing his affiliation with the force. In a written judgment delivered on Monday, the Court of Appeal upheld Superintendent Harbour Chan Hoi-kong’s conviction on two counts of fraud, finding that he must have ...
Hong Kong police officer loses appeal over 6½-year term for HK$26m mortgage fraud
A Hong Kong court has dismissed an appeal by a senior police officer against his 6½-year jail sentence for fraudulently securing over HK$26 million (US$3.31 million) in mortgages by concealing his affiliation with the force. In a written judgment delivered on Monday, the Court of Appeal upheld Superintendent Harbour Chan Hoi-kong’s conviction on two counts of fraud, finding that he must have knowi...
Alibaba sells gaming arm Lingxi Games as tech giant sharpens focus on AI and e-commerce
Alibaba Group Holding has agreed to sell its wholly owned gaming business Lingxi Games to Trustar Capital as the Chinese technology giant pivots away from noncore sectors to prioritise e-commerce and artificial intelligence, according to an internal letter issued on Monday. “As part of Alibaba’s broader strategy to sharpen its focus, the group has decided to entrust Lingxi to Trustar Capital,” sta...
Anxious Chinese mothers turn to pricey ‘parent awakening camps’ for academic help
Controversial “parent awakening camps” are attracting anxious Chinese mothers willing to invest significantly in confronting gaming addiction and poor academic performance. Promoted by an increasing number of family-education services on mainland social media, these programmes promise to transform parenting practices and mend strained family relationships. Reports from mainland media indicate two ...
Cameroon wins first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title
Cameroon defeated tournament newcomers Malawi 3-0 in the final to win its first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title. Marie Ngah Manga scored twice and Naomi Eto added another goal. Both finalists, along with Morocco and Algeria, qualified for next year's Women's World Cup in Brazil.
Michigan kids raised over $1,000 with a lemonade stand after cheerleader Lainey Scroggs died
In Lambertville, Michigan, children set up a heartfelt lemonade stand to honor Lainey Scroggs, successfully raising over one thousand dollars for her family in their time of sorrow. Meanwhile, an online fundraiser has collected nearly seventy-four thousand dollars for the Scroggs family. These community-driven efforts exemplify profound compassion and unity, offering both emotional and financial s...
Kushner meets Netanyahu in Jerusalem following Hamas talks – Middle East crisis live
Trump’s envoy and son-in-law meets Israeli leader in effort to push Gaza peace planJared Kushner meets with Hamas ahead of talks with Netanyahu on GazaUS President Donald Trump’s envoy and son-in-law Jared Kushner has begun his planned meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem today, Israeli media report.Updates to follow. Continue reading...
Ukraine and Russia intensify attacks, several killed in Belgorod border region
A Ukrainian missile strike killed six people and wounded another four, including a child, in Russia's border Belgorod region, the acting governor said on Monday. The assault came as Russia targeted port infrastructure in Ukraine's Izmail district in the southern region of Odesa overnight.
French PM booed on visit to wildfire-affected region as Belgium tackles enormous blaze – Europe live
Wildfire thought to be largest in Belgium’s history creeps closer to German border prompting evacuationsMeanwhile, the head of the Belgian firefighters, Marc Gilbert, told Belgian media that the country needed more resources to be ready to fight major fires.In comments reported by VRT and Nieuwsblad, he called for urgent recruitment to the service and for greater integration of firefighting fleet ...
A town in the Netherlands will not let you live there unless you grow food on 50% of your land
Oosterwold, a Dutch town, mandates residents cultivate food on their properties. This unique urban experiment balances nature and living with low density. Residents manage their plots, growing produce for personal use and local businesses. A food hub offers resources to assist residents with agricultural practices. This initiative aims to enhance sustainability and the area's agricultural characte...
Hong Kong’s sports sector helped generate extra HK$46b in value in 2024
Hong Kong’s sports sector helped to generate an extra HK$46 billion (US$5.9 billion) in value for the economy in 2024, the year local athletes clinched two gold and two bronze Olympic medals, with a lawmaker calling for targeted policies to build on that success. The Census and Statistics Department on Monday released an analysis of contributions to Hong Kong’s economy by sports and related activi...
Hong Kong’s sports sector in 2024 helped generate extra HK$46b in value
Hong Kong’s sports sector helped to generate an extra HK$46 billion (US$5.9 billion) in value for the economy in 2024, the year local athletes clinched two gold and two bronze Olympic medals, with a lawmaker calling for targeted policies to build on that success. The Census and Statistics Department on Monday released an analysis of contributions to Hong Kong’s economy by sports and related activi...
U.S. and Iran locked in stalemate as 60-day window for talks expires
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to reach a wider peace deal and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz expires Monday, with no deal in sight.
Was Ice Poseidon banned from a Pokémon store in Japan? Here’s what happened
While streaming live, Ice Poseidon was stopped by security at a Pokémon store in Japan, as a guard identified him and refused him entry. However, after changing his look, he managed to slip into the store unnoticed. Inside, he proceeded to buy several packs of Pokémon cards, with the reasons for the earlier conflict remaining a mystery to his audience.
Inside the UK’s ‘stressful’ cost of living crisis Burnham hopes to tackle
Britain's new premier has promised to ease the suffering of millions of families unable to afford basic items.
Japan's 10-year bond yield hits a 30-year high as growth data disappoints
Japan's 10-year government bond yield climbed to its highest level since 1996 on Monday as fresh data showed the world's fourth-largest economy grew far more slowly than expected in the second quarter.
Nearly 1,600 aftershocks hit Indonesia after earthquake kills at least 68 people
Nearly 1,600 aftershocks have hit Indonesia and thousands have been forced out of their homes after a powerful earthquake killed at least 68 people.
Would you eat ketchup that was made from algae but fulfilled your protein intake? Scientists have just created one
Researchers are enhancing ketchup by incorporating protein extracted from microalgae. This exciting advancement greatly increases the protein levels in this beloved condiment. Studies showed that adding moderate amounts of algae preserved the familiar taste and look of ketchup, while excessive levels changed its flavor and hue. Microalgae represent a sustainable, effective method for enriching foo...
Wildfires spread across Europe as thousands evacuated
Wildfires are spreading across Europe, forcing evacuations and causing deaths and major damage. Greece, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Germany and the UK have all battled severe fires, with Croatia also seeing multiple blazes and arrests over suspected arson.