Chinese leader Xi Jinping reportedly complained about Japan’s increased defense spending in an “intense diatribe” during his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump. Tensions have risen considerably between Beijing and Tokyo since Japan’s prime minister said her country could come to the defense of Taiwan — which Beijing claims ...
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Russia warns of major Kyiv attacksRussia warns of major Kyiv attacks
The Kremlin urged foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv, warning of a major forthcoming attack, with analysts arguing that Russia is losing momentum in its war on Ukraine. Moscow’s latest threat came after it launched a wave of strikes over the weekend, including with a hypersonic, nuclear-capable missile. Yet growing signs ...
Ferrari unveils new EV modelFerrari unveils new EV model
Ferrari unveiled the almost $600,000 Luce, its first ever EV, marking a major departure for the Maranello-based brand, which has long been known for making some of the world’s most powerful gasoline cars. It’s a decision that clashes with other giant carmakers, including rival Lamborghini, which, just a couple of ...
How to win an energy warHow to win an energy war
Tim’s view The past few weeks have revealed more of the strengths and limitations of energy-centric warfare. The outcome of the latest peace talks between Washington and Tehran remains uncertain. Even though the US resumed strikes against Iran on Monday, US officials were optimistic that a “framework” to extend the ...
Three teens dead after being in water at beauty spotsThree teens dead after being in water at beauty spots
Three teenagers were found in water in separate incidents across England on Bank Holiday Monday. ...
US students on why they booed their pro-AI graduation speakers: ‘They’re not reading the room’US students on why they booed their pro-AI graduation speakers: ‘They’re not reading the room’
Recent college grads are not very fond of commencement speakers hyping up a technology they see as a threat to their career prospects When Jacob Pagel graduated from Middle Tennessee State University this spring, predictions about artificial intelligence already had him questioning the value of his degree. Then a music ...
Saint Levant: the pop star from Gaza caught between passionate fandom and bitter disapprovalSaint Levant: the pop star from Gaza caught between passionate fandom and bitter disapproval
His detractors say he shouldn’t be making pop music in times of war and destruction. His millions of fans say he has given them permission to celebrate their culture and their cause The first time I heard a song by Saint Levant, only three years ago, was in a world ...
‘A gift that keeps on giving’: the witty world of Lee Friedlander – in pictures‘A gift that keeps on giving’: the witty world of Lee Friedlander – in pictures
The American photographer was ‘adept at turning any scrap of junk into a lavish puzzle’ as these beguiling images of chain link fences and roadside signs shows Continue reading… ...
‘My head spins with the heat’: India’s gig workers battle exhaustion amid soaring temperatures‘My head spins with the heat’: India’s gig workers battle exhaustion amid soaring temperatures
Cities across south and south-east Asia are becoming places where informal workers can no longer recover from the heat By the time Jalaj Jha begins getting ready for work each morning, he already feels drained. Awakening in a cramped room in Delhi, with no ventilation except a rattling fan pushing ...
Fancy a European art break with fewer crowds? Try one of these five citiesFancy a European art break with fewer crowds? Try one of these five cities
Forget queuing at the Louvre or the Uffizi. You’ll find a fresh perspective on everything from medieval to modern art in places like Lille, Verona and Zurich Zurich may be known as a financial centre, but it has a creative side, too. The Kunsthaus Zürich became the biggest art gallery ...