Japan town retracts latest AI bear image

The town posted the image on X quickly because the alleged sighting was near a nursery school.

South Korean police raid Hanwha Ocean shipyard after death of worker, Yonhap says

SEOUL - South Korean police and Labour Ministry officials raided on Thursday the shipyard of Hanwha Ocean in Geoje in the southeast of the country after the death of a worker, the Yonhap News Agency reported.

Grants awarded to tackle cost-of-living crisis

Organisations are awarded £80,000 worth of grants by Dorset Community Foundation and BCP Council.

Study finds untreated sleep apnea doubles Parkinson’s risk

A massive veteran study found a strong connection between untreated sleep apnea and a higher chance of Parkinson’s. CPAP users had much lower odds of developing the condition. Researchers believe that repeated dips in oxygen during sleep may strain neurons over time. The

China’s ‘lunar soil bricks’ return from space in major step toward building base on the Moon

Researchers say the findings could help predict how such brick age over 5, 10 or even 20 years on the lunar surface, bringing China’s vision of its “Guanghan Palace” a little closer to reality.

Going green: Will high energy costs derail Europe's climate goals?

Electricity prices threaten to stall Europe’s decarbonisation efforts while industries face a growing competitiveness crisis, according to experts.

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Want a good night’s sleep? Tai chi as effective as talk therapy, new study shows

The mind-body exercise practised in China is just as good as talk therapy to boost sleep, according to a new study.

Cuddling capybaras and ogling otters: the problem with animal cafes in Asia

A boom in places offering petting sessions is linked to a rise in the illegal movement of exotic and endangered species, say experts The second floor of an unassuming office building in central Bangkok is a strange place to encounter the world’s largest rodent. Yet here, inside

Rachel Reeves hands farmers inheritance tax break

Treasury says concession could be worth £30m next year and then £70m annually until 2030 Rachel Reeves has eased inheritance tax on agricultural property after pressure from farmers. As the chancellor made her budget speech on Wednesday, the Treasury announced changes it said

'This is no life': Security and long-held views shattered in south Lebanon amid Israeli strikes

A year on from a ceasefire in Lebanon, Israel is continuing attacks on what it says are Hezbollah's efforts to recover from their war.

Nitrogen management takes a major step forward in Europe

NitroScope project launches in Ghent Nitrogen is a cornerstone of agricultural productivity, yet its excessive use continues to harm soil health, water quality, and climate. To address this challenge, the NitroScope project officially kicked off with a two-day meeting at Ghent

‘Stranger Things 5’ Spoiler Interview: Duffer Brothers Explain Shocking Volume 1 Ending, Revelations About Will and Max and the Return of [SPOILER]

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers from Season 5, Volume 1 of “Stranger Things.” In the battle that concludes Volume 1 of “Stranger Things 5” — in “Sorcerer,” written and directed by Matt and Ross Duffer — it appears at first that all is lost. The murderous creatures

China’s green mining vision meets Indonesia’s fragile reality

A major announcement emerged from the G20 meeting in South Africa this year: China introduced a global initiative to promote a sustainable “life cycle” for mineral resources. The proposal emphasizes environmentally responsible mining—from extraction to processing to eventual

Thousands protest in Bulgaria ahead of final parliamentary vote on controversial new budget plan

Thousands of protesters staged a major demonstration outside the parliament building in the capital, Sofia, to denounce the steep taxes announced in next year’s budget draft. Protesters formed a human chain around the building to prevent MPs from exiting.

Kristin Chenoweth Responds to ‘The Queen of Versailles’ Closing: ‘I’m So Proud of This New Art That We’ve Created’

Kristin Chenoweth took to Instagram Wednesday night to share her thoughts on the recent cancellation of her musical “The Queen of Versailles” and to thank her fans for supporting the show. “Hi everybody, it’s Kristin Chenoweth,” she said. “I just wanted to say, I know some of

Quentin Tarantino Slams ‘Hunger Games’ for Ripping Off ‘Battle Royale’

The Japanese film was released more than a decade before the first 'Hunger Games' installment.

Train runs down, kills 11 in Kunming; China’s worst rail accident in over a decade

The train, testing earthquake detection equipment, hit workers on a curved section of track.

Train runs down, kills 11 in China's worst rail accident in over a decade

BEIJING - A train ran into a group of railway workers on Thursday, killing 11 and injuring two, officials in China's southwestern city of Kunming said, the deadliest rail accident in more than a decade.

Death toll from Indonesia floods, landslides rises to 19

Local vs national parties, corruption scandals and municipal bugbears - how will Sabah vote?

Two days before polling, CNA reports from Sabah on how the key parties are positioning themselves and the hot button topics that have come up during the hustings.

Michigan cherry farmers find a surprising food safety ally: Falcons

The cherry harvest wrapped up months ago. But in northern Michigan, some growers are already anticipating the spring resurgence of a tiny raptor that could benefit next season's crop.

'Weather Commons' as collaborative weather management

As climate change and the resulting extreme weather intensify, interest in weather modification is growing around the world. In Japan, under Goal 8 of the Moonshot Research and Development Program led by the Cabinet Office / JST (Japan Science and Technology Agency), a research

Taiwan says it has discussed with US arms purchases for extra defence budget

The United States is Taiwan's most important international backer and arms supplier.

Coach operator Aeroline to resume services between Singapore and Malaysia on Nov 28

The bus company had been serving a month-long suspension until Dec 5.

Death toll rises to 44 with 279 still missing as fires rip through Hong Kong tower complex

Firefighting and rescue missions continued into Thursday for a second day after a massive fire broke out in Hong Kong, gripping a complex of seven high-rise residential buildings. At least 44 people were killed and dozens more were injured in what is the worst fire to hit the

Unstable protein linked to cancer reveals dynamic behavior

Around 80% of proteins involved in diseases like cancer and neurodegenerative illnesses do not have a stable structure. These proteins, known as intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs) can quickly adapt to the conditions in our cells. A better understanding could aid in

Volunteers seek lost pets amid Hong Kong deadly inferno wreckage

Some survivors could be reunited with pets that managed to escape the blaze.

Indonesia races to evacuate stranded residents as flood death toll hits 28

Rescue efforts were hampered by what an official described as a “total cut-off” of roads and communications.

US suspends immigration requests for Afghans after National Guard shooting

The alleged gunman in the Washington shooting is an Afghan national who entered the US in September 2021.

China’s cultural advantage in the AI Age

As artificial intelligence (AI) surpasses human capability, the societies best positioned to steer superintelligence will not be the most technologically advanced but the most culturally prepared. China, with its Confucian-Daoist substrate, meets this criterion better than

Tropical storm Senyar seen moving into Strait of Malacca: Malaysian Met service

There will likely be continuous heavy rain, strong winds and rough seas across Peninsular Malaysia.

‘South Park’ Thanksgiving Episode: Saudi Arabia Sponsors the Annual Turkey Trot and Pete Hegseth Tries to Bust Peter Thiel Out of Jail

“South Park” Season 28 delivered a Thanksgiving special on Wednesday, which saw the citizens of the Colorado mountain town running in the annual Turkey Trot while United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth tried to bust Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel out of jail. The episode

Myanmar junta pardons thousands ahead of disputed election

Myanmar's junta will pardon or drop charges against a total of 8,665 people.

Two National Guard members in critical condition after shooting near White House

President Trump says the gunman behind the "act of terror" was an Afghan who entered the US in 2021.

Malaysian motorcyclist who dodged passport check at JB checkpoint in viral images turns himself in

Traffic congestion at the two land checkpoints with Singapore has worsened in November.

Shu Qi’s Directorial Debut ‘Girl’ Opens Singapore International Film Festival to Record-Breaking Ticket Sales

The Singapore International Film Festival launched its 36th edition with international star Shu Qi’s first feature as director, marking the event’s most successful opening in its history. The festival opened on Nov. 26 at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, with Shu Qi’s “Girl,” a

The rewriting of Australia’s nature laws comes as a relief, yet I can’t help feel a sense of foreboding | Georgina Woods

The minister says quick approvals can happen while protecting the environment, but my experience tells me that haste brings unintended consequences Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast I got a text from a biodiversity advocate around midday on Thursday

Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack

The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.

Trump advises Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan: Report

What we know about Hong Kong's deadly high-rise fire

Australia lists Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard as state sponsor of terrorism

SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australia has listed Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a state sponsor of terrorism, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said on Thursday, following an intelligence assessment that it had orchestrated attacks against Australia's Jewish Community. Australia

Still burning: What we know about Hong Kong’s deadly high-rise fire

Flammable materials installed during construction may have led to the dramatic escalation of the blaze.

Political consultant who sent AI robocalls says he won't pay voters, as ordered

A Democratic political consultant on Tuesday said he will not pay a court-ordered $22,500 to three voters after he admitted to using artificial intelligence (AI)-generated robocalls replicating former President Biden's voice during the 2024 primaries. Steve Kramer told The

‘Jingle Bell Heist’ Review: Two Aggrieved Strangers Plot a Payback Crime in Amiable Netflix Romantic Comedy

There’s less Christmas cheer than anti-Scrooge snark in “Jingle Bell Heist,” a lightweight crime caper doubling as yuletide romantic comedy. Cinematographer-turned-director Michael Fimognari, assuming both roles here, lends a pleasing look and pace to this London-set tale of

Watch: Dawn aerial vision reveals scale of Hong Kong blaze

More than 800 firefighters were still tackling the blaze at Wang Fuk Court this morning.

How wage inflation became the Fed’s regressive red line

The 2021-2023 inflation surge saw sudden and persistent increases in prices for consumer goods, housing and assets. Wage inflation also rose, but it lagged behind other inflation measures. When wages finally accelerated, the Fed began hiking rates to cool the economy,