(Reuters) -The opinions expressed here are those of Dhara Ranasinghe, Editor, Financial Markets, EMEA. All eyes remain focused on Washington, with Senate Republicans still locked in a marathon session, known as “vote-a-rama”, as they try to pass a contentious tax cut and spending bill that could add trillions of dollars to the country’s already high…
The Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 may not be quite as robust a foldable as we hoped, and could conceivably fall behind the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold in design terms. We recently reported on claims that Google’s next foldable phone could feature IP68 certification. This level of dust resistance is seen by some as the…
While AI tools are transforming healthcare, human doctors remain essential for empathy, judgment, … More and hands-on care getty In just a few short years, artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT have gone mainstream. Today, AI writes emails, plans vacations and even helps predict stock market trends. AI in healthcare can answer complex medical questions,…
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE) began the second half of the year (2H25) on stable footing, with the Hang Seng Index opening slightly higher amid continued investor confidence driven by strong performance and active IPO activity in 1H25. Early trading reflected a cautious but positive tone across sectors, with modest gains seen in banking,…
As we age, an active lifestyle becomes increasingly important for our overall health. Regular physical activity can boost cardiovascular health, mood and energy levels, as well as enhancing flexibility, balance, and reducing the risk of falls. For those 50+, juggling work and caregiving and exercising may seem impossible, but it doesn’t have to be. Here…
Fashionistas, you better be prepared as summer fashion trends 2025 will bring out your super-chic look with this revisiting of the past trends, and flaunt it with even more vibrant options to go with. If you’re looking to freshen up your wardrobe or search for your next Instagram able outfit, new trends of the year are…
A senior Chinese official with a background in water resources and ethnic affairs has been named as the new Communist Party boss of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. In a one-paragraph announcement on Tuesday, state news agency Xinhua said the party’s Central Committee “recently decided” that Chen Xiaojiang would serve as party secretary of Xinjiang. The…
NEED TO KNOW Alexander Taylor was shot and killed by police on April 25, 2025 The 35-year-old had gotten into an altercation with his father after he tried to reason with his son, who became distraught for believing an AI chatbot had been killed Taylor reportedly became infatuated with the AI chatbot and believed it…
Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Electric vehicles myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. Hyundai is seeking to ride on the growth of Chinese electric vehicles in Europe to grab market share from western and Japanese rivals as the South Korean group bets on consumers switching brands in the…
Chinese state media reports that a new group has been formed at the very highest levels of the Chinese Communist Party. Veteran China affairs analyst, Tang Jingyuan, tells NTD it’s a sign that Xi Jinping’s grip on power is weakening. The group was reportedly established on Monday to oversee major state affairs, after a meeting…