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China’s secret weapon in AI race with US? Lots of cheap energy
China’s abundant supply of cheap electricity is a key advantage in the rollout of data centres needed to run AI models.
Ebola outbreak: What travel restrictions have countries imposed?
Some countries ban arrivals from affected countries while others step up screening in bid to contain rare strain.
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What is the Lobito Corridor, cited by US Africa envoy as model for ties?
Washington is set on a trade-focused shift in Africa, but critics say it facilitates further plundering of resources.
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How technology is shaping Hajj
With nearly two million worshippers performing Hajj this year, technology is key to ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Published On 25 May 2026
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China’s Shenzhou-23 astronauts blast off on space station mission
China’s Shenzhou-23 astronauts blast off on space station mission.
Published On 24 May 2026
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Trump releases new batch of previously classified UFO files
The Trump administration has released a second batch of previously classified files on UFO sightings.
Published On 23 May 2026
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Ebola outbreak: When will a vaccine be developed for the new strain?
The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has a fatality rate of up to 50 percent and no approved vaccine as yet.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX unveils filing for blockbuster IPO
A successful sale could value the company at a record-setting $1.75 trillion.
Meta cuts 8,000 jobs in sweeping global layoffs
Meta cancels hiring plans for 6,000 roles amid ongoing layoffs and a pivot to artificial intelligence development.
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Norway journalist calls out Modi over avoiding media questions
A Norwegian reporter asked Narendra Modi why he wouldn’t speak to the media after a press conference in Oslo on Monday.
Published On 19 May 2026
