Spain declares state of emergency after nationwide blackout
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Spain declares state of emergency after nationwide blackout
Spanish Ministry of the Interior will take over public order in several regions following a massive power outage
Russia-Ukraine ceasefire could ‘return peace to Europe’ – de Gaulle’s grandson
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Russia-Ukraine ceasefire could ‘return peace to Europe’ – de Gaulle’s grandson
The three-day ceasefire timed with WWII celebrations will serve as a “strong symbol,” Charles de Gaulle’s grandson has told RT
10 on trial in Paris over 2016 gunpoint robbery of Kim Kardashian
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South China Morning Post
10 on trial in Paris over 2016 gunpoint robbery of Kim Kardashian
Kardashian was tied up during the theft of US$10 million worth of jewellery. Those on trial are mostly men in their 60s and 70s.
China’s ambitions in electric vehicles go beyond just making lots of cars
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South China Morning Post
My Take | China’s ambitions in electric vehicles go beyond making lots of cars
To become a powerful car nation, China must lead in smart automotive technologies, China’s former industry minister argues.
Brics foreign ministers tout multilateralism amid economic turmoil from US trade policies
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Brics foreign ministers tout multilateralism amid US trade policies
Bloc anchored by China, Russia, India and Brazil expected at summit to criticise ‘unilateral measures’ in response to Donald Trump’s tariffs.
How African popes changed Christianity - and gave us Valentine's Day
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Historians say there were three popes of North African descent, the last one more than 1,500 years ago.
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Historians say there were three popes of North African descent, the last one more than 1,500 years ago.
How China is turning Trump’s tariffs into an opportunity
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Opinion | How China is turning Trump’s tariffs into an opportunity
Beijing’s drive to boost domestic demand will help it weather trade tensions as well as improve ties with major trading partners.
China’s Tsinghua University scoops up AI researcher Alex Lamb amid academic turmoil in US
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Exclusive | China’s Tsinghua University snags top American AI researcher from Microsoft
Lamb will join the prestigious school’s College of AI and has already started accepting applications from prospective PhD and master’s students.
Hongkonger conned out of HK$2 million trying to recover HK$5,000 lost in scam
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Hongkonger conned out of HK$2 million trying to recover HK$5,000 lost in scam
Fraudster claimed to know ‘team’ that could help recover funds lost in scams, but told victim she had to pay a deposit first, police say.
Hong Kong’s appeal grows for overseas scholars amid US-China tensions, CUHK says
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Hong Kong’s appeal grows for overseas scholars amid US-China tensions, CUHK says
Dennis Lo, president of Chinese University of Hong Kong, says increasing uncertainties have benefited his institution in attracting talent.
Geely-owned DreamSmart to push mobile payments via AI glasses, eyes overseas expansion
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Geely-owned DreamSmart to push mobile payments via AI smart glasses
DreamSmart is working with Ant Group to enable mobile payments for users of its StarV Air2 eyewear.
Hong Kong police to use drones for urban patrols later this year, source says
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Exclusive | Hong Kong police to use drones for urban patrols later this year, source says
Drones will patrol areas with concentration of old tenement buildings, where scaffolding is common, in bid to prevent burglaries, insider says.
Alibaba unveils Qwen3 AI models that it says outperform DeepSeek R1
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Alibaba unveils Qwen3 AI models that it says outperform DeepSeek R1
The release comes just days after Baidu introduced two advanced models amid speculation about the imminent release of DeepSeek’s R2.
As Canada votes, Donald Trump dangles ‘zero tariffs’ offer: 'If ...'
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As Canada votes, Donald Trump dangles ‘zero tariffs’ offer: 'If ...' - The Times of India
Rest of World News: While millions of Canadians cast their ballots today, US President Donald Trump inserted himself into the mix with a jaw-dropping offer.
Canada election 2025: Exit poll and result timings as per time zones
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Canada election 2025: Exit poll and result timings as per time zones - The Times of India
Rest of World News: Polling stations have begun closing in Canada in a crucial election that will decide the country’s next leader, its response to US President Donald Tr.
Why do Canadians vote on Mondays? Explained
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Why do Canadians vote on Mondays? Here's the 10-point explanation as country enters a high-stakes election - The Times of India
Rest of World News: As Canadians voted in a high-stakes election overshadowed by US President Donald Trump's provocations, many asked a simple question: Why Monday?While .
Thanedar moves to impeach Trump, gets dragged online for his hair: 'Who sold him that wig?'
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Rep. Sri Thanedar moves to impeach US President Donald Trump, gets dragged online for his hair: 'Who sold him that wig?' - The…
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'Exceptional' power outage hits millions in Spain and Portugal; emergency declared - Top developments
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'Exceptional' power outage hits millions in Spain and Portugal; emergency declared - Top developments - The Times of India
Europe News: A massive power failure affected Spain and Portugal on Monday, causing widespread disruption.