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Tiangong Ultra ran 100 metres in 9.39 seconds at Beijing's World Humanoid Robot Games, against Bolt's 9.58. The same machines failed at fine manipulation — the problem robotics has never solved.

New Zealand's Online Safety Bill would require Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and Facebook to verify users are over 16, with fines up to 10 per cent of global revenue. A coalition partner has already said it will not support it.

The Israeli prime minister's comments came as questions were being raised over the security provided to political figures and members of his family. The Israeli security agency Shin Bet has approved extended protection for Netanyahu’s wife, Sara, and their two sons.

Nvidia is reported in talks over a Perplexity stake above $30 billion, weeks after a $6 billion Poolside agreement that moved 100-plus engineers to its Nemotron effort, and months after a similar Groq deal.

Hugging Face is testing buyer interest at a valuation of $13 billion or more, up from $4.5 billion in 2023. It hosts over three million models and functions as the distribution layer for open AI — a position an owner would struggle to preserve.

A Bangladesh tribunal has ordered three journalists to be held in custody until trial, escalating international concerns over press freedom and judicial overreach in the country

The 7.5% tariff is besides the other levies imposed during Trump’s first term and extended by the Biden administration. The move will revive Trump’s protectionist trade agenda after the Supreme Court struck down his previous import taxes on products from China and dozens of other economies.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms lashed Delhi-NCR, causing widespread waterlogging, traffic jams and major disruptions to air travel. At least 15 Delhi-bound flights were diverted, while hundreds more were delayed due to adverse weather conditions. Gurugram authorities issued a work-from-home advisory for Tuesday, citing the risk of severe waterlogging and congestion. Delhi, Noida and other NCR regions remained under weather alerts as civic agencies scrambled to restore normalcy.

The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for Noida and Gurugram following severe downpours. The heavy rain caused widespread waterlogging, severe traffic jams on major routes like NH-48 and Sohna Road, and led to work-from-home advisories for corporate offices in Gurugram.

As the US and Iran trade threats and military actions, tensions are rising once again. With the Strait of Hormuz under pressure and Washington preparing fresh sanctions, is another major escalation between the two sides imminent?

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to visit Kyiv, where Britain is expected to deepen its military support for Ukraine. The UK plans to share the blueprint for its SCALP cruise missile, potentially allowing Ukraine to strengthen its domestic weapons production capabilities. Russia has accused Britain of escalating the conflict and “adding fuel to the fire.” The move comes as the war enters another tense phase, with Western allies weighing greater military support for Kyiv.

A 26-second clip of Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix has sparked online speculation about a possible confrontation between the Presidential couple.

Four members of a family, including retired schoolteacher Ganapati Chakraborty, were found murdered in their locked Rangpur home. Police have detained two suspects in connection with the horrific strangulation.

Iran has announced the discovery of more than 200 billion cubic metres of natural gas in southern Fars province, months into a Middle East war that has damaged the country’s energy infrastructure. Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said more than 160 billion cubic metres could be recoverable, with the field potentially producing around 280 million cubic metres of gas per day for 15 years.

Delhi has issued a public health advisory following a sharp rise in reported H1N1 swine flu infections as seasonal influenza spreads across the capital. According to the figures cited in the report, confirmed H1N1 cases in Delhi have crossed 1,700 this year, with more than 110 infections reportedly recorded in a single day. The city has also reported more than 2,300 cases of influenza A, with H1N1 emerging as the dominant flu strain this season. Health authorities have advised residents to take precautions, particularly in crowded and poorly ventilated areas. People have been urged to wear masks, maintain respiratory hygiene, wash their hands regularly, cover coughs and sneezes, and avoid close contact with people showing flu-like symptoms.

A humanoid robot crashed into the judges’ table after struggling to lift a weight at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The incident became one of the viral moments from the competition, which is showcasing more than 2,000 humanoid robots across a range of sporting and real-world challenges.

The Su-30 features a turquoise green cockpit designed to reduce pilot eye fatigue and combat stress. This scientifically chosen colour bridges the contrast between high-altitude glare and dark interiors, ensuring flight instruments remain visible.

The Su-30MKI uses pure nitrogen in its tyres to prevent internal rubber oxidation and eliminate combustion risks. This completely dry, inert gas stops moisture freezing and ensures stable pressure.

Stress physically alters how your body functions every day. Chronic mental pressure leads to tight muscles, tension headaches, severe digestive problems, and an elevated resting heart rate. Recognising these physical signs early helps prevent long-term medical complications and insomnia.