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China's population decline, while widely seen as a curse, may paradoxically become a blessing by spurring innovation and productivity, a view supported by some economists, including Nobel laureate Daron Acemoglu.
President Trump argues for lower interest rates, but inflation driven by Trump policies and the AI revolution makes that impossible, experts say.
Singapore police help Nepal identify flood victims, but recovery outpaces identification, leaving many missing or uncontacted.
TV presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 others sentenced to death in Egypt drugs case. Nine others are sentenced to life imprisonment.
Climate change is increasing the likelihood of severe weather events, leading to more air traffic disruption. Passengers may face increased delays and cancellations as storms impact airspace.
Seattle Times and Newsday sue OpenAI and Microsoft over AI use, claiming generative AI is destroying the journalism industry.
Ultimate measure of success of tax reform is better taxpayer experience – Adedeji
Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of Nigeria's Joint Revenue Board, states that successful tax reform is defined by improved revenue, compliance, and taxpayer experience.
Is the latest rebound in the Japanese yen real?
The Japanese yen has recently strengthened against the U.S. dollar, prompting questions about the sustainability of its rebound. Analysts suggest that proactive Bank of Japan monetary policy and potential portfolio rebalancing by the GPIF could offer more lasting support …
Reps dissolves ad hoc committees over failure to submit reports
The Nigerian House of Representatives has dissolved all its ad hoc committees due to their failure to submit reports within the stipulated time, a decision effective from August 28. This action follows repeated directives from the House leadership for committees to conclu…
The Power Division has resolved 11,695 pending net metering cases, following the transition from net metering to net billing. Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari directed authorities to resolve the backlog on a priority basis.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has drafted a comprehensive transport policy 2026, marking the province's first comprehensive transport policy. The policy will be implemented after approval by the provincial cabinet.
The United Nations General Assembly has voted to adopt a new map projection, Equal Earth, which more accurately represents the true sizes of continental landmasses, particularly Africa, challenging the centuries-old Mercator projection.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is warning the public against using AI to create and share images of themselves in police uniforms or being arrested, citing potential for deception and criminal offenses.
UN backs effort to depict Africa correctly on maps despite US opposition
The United Nations has largely endorsed an African-led resolution to promote maps that accurately reflect the true scale of continents, moving away from the distorting Mercator projection.
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to remove endangered species protection for grey wolves and a subspecies, the Mexican wolf.
UN General Assembly adopts new world map that shows Africa's true size
The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution encouraging the use of the Equal Earth projection map, which accurately depicts Africa's true size, unlike the traditional Mercator map.
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to identify the people who created the $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, which was temporarily blocked in May and later rescinded by Attorney General Todd Blanche.
How The U.S. Fell Behind China On Nuclear Power
The United States, once a leader in nuclear energy, has significantly fallen behind China in developing and deploying new nuclear power plants. China is rapidly expanding its capacity with state-backed projects and advanced reactor designs.
The US government now owns stakes in major tech firms and has adopted a new strategy to prioritize tech leadership as a national security objective.
The G7 has issued a warning about the imminent threat of quantum computing to cybersecurity, urging governments and businesses to begin migrating to post-quantum cryptography. They highlight that sensitive data collected now could be decrypted by future quantum computers,…
BLM Moves to Fast-Track Oil Permits in Alaska Petroleum Reserve
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is accelerating the approval process for oil permits within the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPR-A). This move aims to expedite oil and gas exploration and development in the vast federal reserve.
The UN General Assembly has voted to replace the traditional Mercator world map with the Equal Earth projection, which more accurately reflects the true size of Africa.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) stated that El Salvador has not used public funds to acquire Bitcoin since its last review, instead receiving the cryptocurrency through private donations.
The White House has vetted candidates for four open commissioner positions at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), but it remains uncertain if or when nominations will be made. This political stalemate is impacting the passage of the Clarity Act, a crucial cry…
Civil society groups in South Africa call for temporary halt to new data centres
South African civil society groups are urging a temporary halt to new data center construction, citing concerns over the transparent use of scarce water, land, and electricity resources.
Microsoft claims its Copilot AI rarely reproduces substantial portions of copyrighted material, citing legal filings in its defense against publisher lawsuits.
COP17 in Mongolia wraps up with 1.3 billion dollars of Green Investment Pledge
The 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification concluded in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, with a $1.3 billion pledge for 23 green projects across five continents.
Europe opposes commercialisation of Arctic transits due to concerns over fragile ecosystems and risks.
Ukraine is monetizing battlefield drone data, creating a new market for defense contractors, while AI's impact on language and society raises ethical and regulatory concerns.
China's seven key departments, led by the Cyberspace Administration of China, have released a plan for 2026-2030 to integrate digital and green development, aiming for high-quality, low-carbon growth.