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JD.Com's founder pledged to protect its 900,000 employees from AI-driven job losses, emphasizing safeguarding front-line workers. This comes as China's courts warn companies against using AI to replace staff. Meanwhile, the e-commerce giant is reportedly eyeing a significant acquisition in the UK's online retail sector.

China is enhancing its nationwide surveillance with AI and LLM-powered systems, shifting towards predictive policing. Local governments are deploying new technologies that interpret video feeds and retrieve footage via text prompts, automating monitoring and identifying unusual behavior in real-time. This upgrade aims to improve efficiency and proactive risk assessment.

Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary suggests Chinese influence behind US data center protests, citing a Utah project. While US Interior Secretary echoed concerns, critics argue local opposition stems from genuine community issues like water use and environmental impact, not foreign propaganda.

A Pathankot resident, Baljit Singh, has been arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers. He reportedly installed an internet-based CCTV camera near a bridge on NH-44 to monitor Army and paramilitary movements, transmitting live feeds to his handlers. Singh confessed to receiving directions from Dubai and being paid Rs 40,000.

Discover fascinating property rules worldwide! Uganda mandates spousal consent for family land sales, while Germany restricts house colours to maintain neighbourhood harmony. Hong Kong's "haunted" homes sell at a discount due to past tragedies. In China, the number four is widely avoided in buildings due to its association with death, impacting floor and room numbering.

We live in the era of viral animals, from Larry the Cat, the permanent fixture at 10 Downing Street, to Moo Deng, the cute pygmy hippo in Thailand, and Punch, the lonely monkey whose inability to make friends made the world go aww. Donald Trump the buffalo might be the latest addition to this pantheon. But long before the algorithm turned animals into celebrities, humans were already turning them into gods, omens, sacrifices, scapegoats and pardoned prisoners.

Ancient stone walls, built for power and security, vary dramatically in scale. While most served as city or military fortifications, the Great Wall of China dwarfs all others, stretching over 21,000 km. Modern measurement techniques, including satellite imagery, have revealed its true, immense length, highlighting its unparalleled status among global defensive structures.

They are today the drivers of the country’s services exports and GDP growth; they are doing cutting-edge tech work; India needs a GCC policy to make them catalyse our educational and research institutions, and our deeptech startup ecosystem

The various British establishments, from Church to Parliament to Royalty, are peculiarly adept at absorbing dissenting views, with the brief interruption of Cromwell. That makes it rather odd that a former football hooligan from a working-class background now holds Britain’s most powerful microphone, with talking points amplified by Elon Musk, who Robinson says also pays his legal bills, and views in complete coherence with his MAGA cousins across the pond.

During a significant summit in Brussels, global Buddhist leaders and European officials stood united in their commitment to the Tibetan Buddhist community. They highlighted alarm over China's escalating encroachment into Tibetan religious autonomy, especially concerning the future of the Dalai Lama's lineage.

Discover villages worldwide where people live longer, healthier lives. These 'Blue Zones' like Sardinia and Okinawa reveal secrets: simple, plant-based diets, natural movement, strong community bonds, and a sense of purpose. Unlike rushed modern life, these places embrace slow rhythms, valuing elders and shared meals, offering a gentle, joyful approach to aging.

A Chinese think tank quietly asked Anthropic for access to Mythos, its powerful new AI model that can find software vulnerabilities on its own. Anthropic refused, and the White House National Security Council reacted with alarm. With Mythos rattling banks, hospitals and the Pentagon, the request has landed days before Trump meets Xi in Beijing, where AI safety is now on the agenda.

But Delhi policy wonks just don’t get it. These centres today are drivers of services exports & GDP growth. Now, India needs a policy to make them catalyse our educational, research, and deep-tech ecosystem

Sixty years of leftism & quasi-leftism killed the city & state’s economic vitality. But a revival isn’t hard. Policy needs to build on moribund industrial bases & stock exchange. Plus, prioritise learning English

CRRI Warns Sarayu, Gomti Bridges Face Rising Traffic Stress

As the geopolitical landscape evolves, France's efforts to maintain influence in Africa are confronted with a shifting reality. The Sahel nations, now under military governance, are moving toward new alliances, with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger seeking support from Russia for defense needs and China for economic growth.

In a decade, India built the world’s largest population-scale real-time payments system. It changed not just banking, but behaviour itself

South Korea has introduced Gabi, its first humanoid robot monk, at a Buddhist ceremony in Seoul. Developed on a Chinese platform, Gabi participated in traditional rituals, receiving a Dharma name and expressing devotion to Buddhism. This initiative by the Jogye Order aims to engage younger generations and address a shortage of monks, showcasing technology's expanding role in religious practices.

Japan defence chief visits Philippines to deepen security ties, witness combat exercise

Operation Sindoor showcased India's potent military response to a terror attack, demonstrating its ability to strike deep into Pakistan and dominate escalation ladders against nuclear rivals. The 88-hour operation highlighted India's conventional superiority, while also spurring advancements in air defence, drone warfare, and joint military operations to counter evolving threats.

Rahul Khanna once delighted fans by sharing a heartwarming childhood photo with brother Akshaye Khanna on his birthday. The nostalgic black-and-white image captured their innocent smiles before fame. Sons of the legendary Vinod Khanna, both actors have carved distinct careers. Akshaye's recent success with 'Dhurandhar' further solidifies his enduring on-screen appeal.

Despite past fears from Chernobyl and Fukushima, nuclear energy is re-emerging as a reliable, clean power source. France's reliance showcases low emissions, while Germany's shutdown increased fossil fuel use. Modern reactors boast enhanced safety features, and global expansion is underway with new designs like SMRs promising efficiency and a smaller environmental footprint.

Punjab counter-intelligence has busted two ISI-controlled spy modules, arresting three suspects for using solar-powered CCTV cameras to monitor military locations. Footage was transmitted live to Pakistan-based handlers via mobile apps. The cameras, equipped with 4G connectivity, were strategically placed to bypass traditional wiring for surveillance.