Blacklisted Chinese Companies Rebrand as American to Dodge Crackdown
May 29, 2024
Firms tagged as military entities are using new names and licensing deals to try to keep their businesses going in the U.S.
Lenovo Expands Mideast Ties With $2 Billion Convertible Bond, Saudi Fund Deal
May 29, 2024
The world’s largest PC maker is boosting ties in the Middle East and Africa, raising $2.0 billion from a unit of Saudi Arabia’s sovereign-wealth fund and inking a deal to build a manufacturing hub serving the region.
Gender equality, youth aspirations keys to sustainable peace, Security Council hears
May 28, 2024
Gender equality and the aspirations of young people are crucial for ensuring sustainable peace and security, the UN’s top political and peacebuilding official told the Security Council on Tuesday.
Indian peacekeeper is UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year
May 28, 2024
An Indian peacekeeper deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), who helped establish networks for local people to voice their security and humanitarian concerns, is the winner of the 2023 United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Yea...
World News in Brief: Menstrual hygiene day, Guterres condemns DPRK missile launch, conflict in Sudan
May 28, 2024
Today marks Menstrual Hygiene Day and a joint report from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) highlights the lack of access millions of schoolgirls have to products, services and appropriate facilities.
Guterres ‘heartbroken’ by images of deadly strikes on Rafah camp
May 28, 2024
As fighting continues in Gaza, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday that he was “heartbroken” by images of people killed and injured in airstrikes on Sunday that hit tents sheltering displaced Palestinians in Rafah.
UN supports response as Cyclone Remal batters communities in Bangladesh, India
May 28, 2024
UN teams are working alongside authorities and relief partners to assist communities battered by a tropical cyclone that lashed coastal parts of southern Bangladesh and eastern India.
SIDS drowning in debt and ‘running on empty’, warns Guterres in Antigua
May 28, 2024
International financing is the fuel for sustainable development, but small island States are “running on empty”, drowning in debt and rising sea levels due to climate change and through no fault of their own.
Gaza: Rafah camp attack heightens focus on dwindling health resources
May 28, 2024
UN agencies on Tuesday reiterated their call for an urgent ceasefire and humanitarian access in Gaza following Israeli air strikes on Sunday that hit a camp for displaced Palestinians in Rafah, killing 45 people, according to the Hamas-run Ministry of ...
UN hub reaches remote Pacific islanders: A UN Resident Coordinator blog
May 28, 2024
The communities of thousands of tiny Pacific islands are the frontline gamechangers tackling the climate crisis, and a hub based in Micronesia now hosts more than a dozen UN agencies that together are helping address some of their most pressing needs a...
UN supports Papua New Guinea following deadly landslide
May 28, 2024
The United Nations continues to assist authorities in Papua New Guinea (PNG) with search and rescue efforts four days after the massive landslide in Enga province, where some 2,000 people are feared dead and accessing survivors remains a challenge.
Deep concerns over ‘inhuman’ detention of Gazans by Israeli authorities
May 28, 2024
Amid further reported bombardment of Gaza overnight into Tuesday, UN and partner organizations have expressed deep concern over the “inhuman” detention of suspected Palestinian fighters in the enclave by Israeli authorities, alleging treatment so poor ...
Elon Musk’s xAI Valued at $24 Billion After Latest Fundraising Round
May 28, 2024
The competitor to OpenAI is looking to invest more in research and development amid fierce competition in the burgeoning sector.
Gaza: UN officials condemn Israeli airstrikes on camp for displaced
May 27, 2024
Senior UN officials have condemned Israeli air strikes on Sunday that hit a camp for displaced people in Rafah, southern Gaza, reportedly claiming over 35 Palestinian lives, including women and children.
Small island development ‘a test case’ for climate and financial justice, says Guterres
May 27, 2024
Good morning from the blue waters and lush green hills of the Caribbean where earlier we were reporting live from the opening of the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) on the beautiful twin island nation of Antigu...
AI Is Driving ‘the Next Industrial Revolution.’ Wall Street Is Cashing In.
May 27, 2024
Old-school stocks in the utilities, energy and materials sectors are outpacing the wider market.
Tech Workers Retool for Artificial-Intelligence Boom
May 26, 2024
People are adding to their skill sets, enrolling in boot camps and including buzzwords in their résumés to compete for jobs at AI companies.
The Great AI Challenge: We Test Five Top Bots on Useful, Everyday Skills
May 25, 2024
OpenAI’s ChatGPT competed against Microsoft’s Copilot and Google’s Gemini, along with Perplexity and Anthropic’s Claude. Here’s how they ranked.
What Does It Take to Stop Checking Your Phone? A Bag With a Lock
May 24, 2024
Yondr sells pouches to lock up your phones at schools, concerts or anywhere they are hard to resist
Behind the Scenes of Scarlett Johansson’s Battle With OpenAI
May 24, 2024
The most dramatic episode yet in the collision between Hollywood and the exploding world of AI demonstrates deep anxiety in creative industries about how artists’ work is used.
Nvidia’s Business Is Booming. Here’s What Could Slow It Down.
May 24, 2024
After tripling sales for three quarters, Nvidia faces new competition and a shifting AI market.
Big Tech Moves More AI Spending Abroad
May 24, 2024
As Big Tech ramps up spending on artificial intelligence, companies are increasingly looking overseas, investing billions of dollars to build out AI infrastructure.
South Korea Unveils $19 Billion Package for Chip Industry
May 23, 2024
South Korea is seeking to catch up with international rivals amid soaring demand for advanced chips to power artificial intelligence and other computing.
Nvidia’s Sales Triple, Signaling AI Boom’s Staying Power
May 23, 2024
CEO Jensen Huang declared the beginning of a new industrial revolution where Nvidia was helping turn $1 trillion of data centers into “AI factories,” as its already meteoric stock topped $1,000.
Wasting Too Much Time on Your Phone? Tips to Regain Control—and Feel Better
May 23, 2024
Spending hours each day scrolling social media can cause as much irritation as an overgrown lawn. But there’s a lot you can do to improve the experience.
Scarlett Johansson Rebukes OpenAI Over ‘Eerily Similar’ ChatGPT Voice
May 21, 2024
OpenAI’s “Sky” has been likened to the actress’s character in the 2013 film “Her.”
I Tried Microsoft’s New AI-Focused PCs. Windows Is Exciting Again.
May 21, 2024
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella told our columnist new efficient, powerful chips equip Windows Copilot+ laptops to compete with Apple’s MacBooks.
Philippines says China should allow scrutiny of Scarborough Shoal
May 20, 2024
The Philippines challenged China on Monday to open Scarborough Shoal to international scrutiny after it accused Beijing of destroying the shoal's marine environment.
Elijah Canlas to late brother JM Canlas: ‘You”re always in my mind and heart”
May 20, 2024
Elijah Canlas continues to remember his late brother JM, who passed away last year.
Rayver Cruz joins Julie Anne San Jose in her birthday shoot
May 20, 2024
For her birthday shoot, Julie Anne San Jose took her lover, Rayver Cruz, to join her in commemorating her special day with their killer couple photos.
Andi Eigenmann, Philmar Alipayo enjoy a sunrise surf date in Siargao
May 20, 2024
Andi Eigenmann is back in her element!
Schauffele earns first major at PGA Championship in thriller at Valhalla
May 20, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS LOUISVILLE (AP) — Xander Schauffele faced yet another major champion down the stretch and this time delivered some magic of his own. He swirled in a 6-foot birdie putt on the final hole Sunday, May 19, to win the PGA C...
Korda reigns supreme in Mizuho Americas Open by stroke over Green for 6th victory
May 20, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS JERSEY CITY (AP) — With her record-tying winning streak over, Nelly Korda got back to doing what she does best — winning. Nelly Korda won a back-nine showdown with Hannah Green of Australia with a par on the 18th hole to capt...
Taiwan’s new President Lai Ching-te has been sworn in
May 20, 2024
Taiwan's new president Lai Ching-te was sworn into office on Monday, after serving as Tsai Ing-wen's vice president for the last four years. All eyes are on his inaugural speech. CNBC's Emily Tan reports from Taipei.
Asia markets track Wall Street gains; China holds loan prime rates
May 20, 2024
China held its one- and five-year loan prime rate unchanged at 3.45% and 3.95%, respectively, after it laid out measures on Friday to boost its property market.
500 PDLs from Bilibid transferred to Davao, says BuCor
May 20, 2024
Around 500 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) from the New Bilibid Prison were transferred to the Davao Prison and Penal Farm over the weekend, according to the Bureau of Corrections.
Volcanic quake, 6 rockfall events recorded at Mayon Volcano in last 24 hours
May 20, 2024
A volcanic earthquake and six rockfall events were recorded in Mayon Volcano in Albay province in the past 24 hours, PHIVOLCS said Monday.
Didi co-founder Liu steps down after decade at the helm of Chinese ride-hailing company
May 20, 2024
Didi Global Inc's co-founder Jean Liu has stepped down from her roles as president and board director, according to an internal company memo.