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Chip engineer handling a wafer.Sinology | Moment | Getty ImagesWith the U.S. restricting China from buying advanced semiconductors used in artificial intelligence development, Beijing is placing hopes on domestic alternatives such as Huawei. The task has been made more challenging by the fact that U.S. curbs not only inhibit China’s access to the world’s most advanced chips, but also restrict availing technology vital for creating an AI chip ecosystem. Those constraints span the entire semiconductor value chain, ranging from design and manufacturing equipment used to produce AI chips to supporting elements such as memory chips. Beijing has mobilized tens of billions of dollars to try…

Paul Kenyon & Paul GrantBBC File on 4 InvestigatesBBCThe customs officers at Brussels Airport were stunned. They had opened crates in the back of a lorry expecting to find a tonne of medical ketamine. But somewhere on its journey, the white powder had been switched for salt.After zigzagging hundreds of miles across Europe, the contents of the consignment had been verified five days earlier by customs officers at Schipol Airport in the Netherlands, ready for its road trip to Belgium.But somewhere between Amsterdam and Brussels the ketamine had vanished – the authorities believe most likely into the black market -…

Trump won’t comment on possible U.S. involvement in Israel-Iran war, says Putin should be in G7 – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump on Monday spoke about Iran and Russia at the start of the G7 summit. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Source link

6/16: Face the Nation – CBS News Watch CBS News This week on “Face the Nation,” Margaret Brennan speaks to Bill Gates as he moves ahead with a nuclear power plant in Wyoming. Plus, House Intelligence Committee chair Rep. Mike Turner joins to discuss new security threats. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Source link

The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum and a global symbol of art, beauty and endurance, was shuttered on Monday — not by war, not by terror, but by its own exhausted staff, who say the institution is crumbling from within.It was an almost unthinkable sight: the home to works by Leonardo da Vinci and millennia of civilization’s greatest treasures — paralyzed by the very people tasked with welcoming the world to its galleries.The spontaneous strike erupted during a routine internal meeting, as gallery attendants, ticket agents and security personnel refused to take up their posts in protest over unmanageable crowds,…

India’s fashion scene has reached impressive new heights. Innovative styles and trends are being discovered each day, with fashion stylists and designers achieving remarkable milestones. Among these creative forces is Anaita Shroff Adajania, a prominent stylist who has collaborated with numerous Bollywood celebrities. Her signature styling can be seen in two of Shah Rukh Khan’s most iconic films. She is also the creative mastermind behind some of the memorable looks of Nita Ambani, Isha Ambani, and current sensation Alia Bhatt.The Budding StylistBorn and raised in Mumbai, Anaita began her career with Elle magazine in 1996. Over time, she worked with…

‘Bitter Fate…’: Khamenei Declares Israel Will Suffer As Airstrikes Devastate Iran’s Nuclear FacilitiesIran has vowed harsh retaliation after Israeli airstrikes killed top military leaders and nuclear scientists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei declared that Israel will face “a bitter and painful fate,” accusing it of deliberately hitting civilian and military targets. The Israeli Air Force carried out five waves of attacks, reportedly totaling hundreds of precision strikes on strategic nuclear and military sites across Iran. In response, Iran shut down its airspace indefinitely and warned both Israel and the United States of a heavy price. Tensions in the region are now…

A peek into the performance of actress and singer Shruti Haasan at the Beatles Tribute show Source link

President Donald Trump on Monday doubled down on his goal to conduct mass deportations in some of the country’s biggest cities, specifically those run by Democrats.As he met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the G7 summit in Alberta on Monday, Trump said Immigration and Customs Enforcement should turn its attention to New York and Chicago in addition to Los Angeles.”I want them to focus on the cities because the cities are where you really have what’s called ‘sanctuary cities,'” Trump told reporters. “And that’s where the people are.”The comments came after Trump’s lengthy social media post on Sunday…

Crews walk towards a Royal Navy F-35B Lightning fighter jet to prepare it for take-off from the deck of British aircraft carrier HMS Prince Of Wales, in an undisclosed location, on April 24, 2025, following its deployment to the Indo-Pacific region.Richard Pohle | Afp | Getty ImagesThe automotive and robotics industries have been hit particularly hard by China’s rare earth export restrictions in recent weeks, but analysts warn Western defense giants will also feel the heat.Top U.S. and Chinese officials are resuming trade talks in London for a second consecutive day on Tuesday, pushing to de-escalate tensions over rare-earth minerals…

US President Donald Trump. (AP photo) TOI Correspondent from Washington: After throwing up his hands at defusing the Israel-Iran clash, US President Donald Trump on Sunday declared war on America’s largest cities, ordering immigration officials to deliver the “single largest mass deportation program in history” by repatriating “millions upon millions of illegal aliens” he said were being used by Democrats to cheat in elections.In a fiery social media post, Trump identified Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York among cities that formed the core of the “Democrat Power Center,” where he alleged illegal immigrants were being used to expand voter base,…

As Israel intensifies its military operations against Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has suggested that the conflict could trigger regime change in Tehran.

Introduced by the United States and supported by 11 other Council members, the resolution extended the mandate of UNMISS until 30 April next year.This action follows a short nine-day “technical rollover” approved by the Council on 30 April to allow more time for negotiations.Through the text – adopted on Thursday – the Security Council authorized the peacekeeping mission to “use all necessary means” to implement its mandate – including the protection of civilians, assisting aid delivery, supporting implementation of the 2018 peace agreement, and investigating violations of international law.Three nations – China, Pakistan, and Russia – abstained. Volatile situation on…

The Supreme Court confirmed a corruption conviction against Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, a former president, cementing a six-year sentence and blocking a planned political comeback. Source link

People buying vegetables at a local market in Noida, Uttar Pradesh on August 22, 2023. (Photo by Chandradeep Kumar/ The India Today Group via Getty Images)The India Today Group | The India Today Group | Getty ImagesIndia’s consumer inflation eased to a cooler-than-expected 2.82% in May, the country’s Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation reported Thursday.The year-on-year headline inflation came in below a Reuters’ median poll estimate of a 3% increase and hits its lowest level since February 2019, according to the government release. The print had risen by 3.16% in April.Food inflation, a key metric, hit 0.99% in May,…

Guernsey’s next government is likely to extend a scheme that allows French day trippers to visit the island using a national ID card rather than a passport.The scheme was introduced in 2023 in response to declining tourism numbers from the continent.Doubt was cast over its future when the UK introduced an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system which requires anyone who is not a British or Irish citizen to get the permit, which is linked to a passport, before entering the country.The Guernsey Border Agency (GBA) told the BBC the extension was due to be approved on the condition that Guernsey’s…

For Esther Oyetunji, becoming the first three-time National Speech and Debate champion in Original Oratory, the first in the competition’s history, captured just how far she had come from being a shy teenager.Her journey, along with four other former high school students, is captured in a new documentary titled “Speak.” that reveals how speech and debate competitions have become launching pads for future leaders, from Oprah Winfrey and Brad Pitt to three Supreme Court justices.The documentary follows students competing in Original Oratory, a format where competitors deliver roughly 10-minute speeches attempting to convince audiences about problems needing solutions. Besides Oyetunji,…

Vance Boelter has been charged in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, and the FBI says that he visited the homes of multiple other elected officials the night he killed Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and wounded Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman and his wife separately.Boelter, 57, is charged with two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of second-degree attempted murder, according to the criminal complaint filed in Hennepin County Court on Saturday. Boelter is also facing six charges in federal court, including stalking and murder. The FBI held a conference Monday morning to share further…

Demonstrators in Spain protest against mass tourism, spraying tourists with water guns – CBS News Watch CBS News In Spain, locals protested against what they say is an avalanche of summer tourists making it too expensive to live in their cities year-round. Some of the demonstrators sprayed tourists with water guns. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Source link

A resolution by Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia would require congressional approval before U.S. troops could engage in hostilities against Iran. He said Americans don’t want another “forever war.” Source link

Rishi Kapoor’s ‘Bobby’ co-star Aruna Irani recently opened up about one of the late actor’s most talked-about scenes in the film. In the scene, he playfully had to drop his towel while drying his hair, and the nude shot sparked varied reactions among the audience. Aruna revealed that she was initially hesitant about performing the scene.Aruna Irani about Rishi Kapoor’s shot in BobbyIn an interview with Lehren Retro, Aruna shared that she was uncomfortable shooting the scene with Rishi in the film. “He comes out nude and dries his hair with a towel. He gave that shot. I told Raj…

Dinesh Karthik thinks that Shubman Gill is not ready for the enormity of the task bequeathed upon him as India’s Test captain (Image via X/@BroAfghan27801) As India prepare to take on England in the five-match Test series, tensions are high, with hopes touching the sky and expectations from a relatively young Indian squad pouring over. With just a few days left to go for the start of India’s Tour of England, former India international and current RCB mentor and batting coach Dinesh Karthik has made a bold assessment of new captain Shubman Gill’s ascension to the captaincy.In an interaction with…

Doja Cat Calls Out Fan For ‘Manhandling’ Her In Viral T-shirt Video, TikToker Responds Unexpectedly Source link

The Trump Organization on Monday announced a mobile phone service and a Trump-branded smartphone, extending the family real estate company into the vast U.S. telecom market.The announcement arrives exactly 10 years after the launch of President Donald Trump’s first presidential campaign, and it features a monthly mobile plan priced at $47.45, an apparent reference to Trump’s résumé as the nation’s 45th and 47th president.”I’m incredibly excited to step into this new digital space, hard-working Americans deserve a wireless service that’s affordable, reflects their values, and delivers reliable quality they can count on,” Eric Trump, executive vice president of the Trump…