Revolutionary MIT Robot Soars Through the Skies and Dives Beneath the Waves with Innovative Dual-Function Wings
A groundbreaking robot developed at MIT showcases the remarkable ability to fly through the air and seamlessly transition into underwater exploration. This innovative technology could redefine how we interact with our environment and gather data from both aerial and aquatic ecosystems.
Inside Larry Ellison's Extravagant Lifestyle: Yachts, Private Islands, and a $115 Billion Fortune
Larry Ellison, the co-founder of Oracle, has built not just a multi-billion dollar empire, but a lifestyle filled with opulence and adventure. From his eye-popping yacht collection to luxurious private islands, the technology titan's life is a testament to extreme wealth and lavish living.
'Our futures intertwined': PM Modi pitches deeper India-New Zealand ties in Auckland
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the futures of India and New Zealand are "intertwined" as he called for closer cooperation in technology, trade, space and sport during an address to the Indian community in Auckland.
India & Aus unlock ‘PACTS’ to boost defence & tech ties, secure deal for uranium supply
Defence and security, critical technology, supply chain resilience and energy security cooperation - including finalisation of administrative arrangements for long-term supply of uranium to India - topped the agenda of the 3rd India-Australia annual summit in Melbourne.
Japan's war memory: Remembering pain, forgetting responsibility
Editor's note: Xu Weijun is an associate research professor at the Institute of Public Policy, South China University of Technology. His research interests include East Asian international relations and China-US relations. The article reflects the author's opinions and not necessarily those of CGTN.In March 2026, an opinion poll conducted by the Japan Broadcasting Corporation revealed a thought-provoking result. When asked whether World War II was "a war of aggression launched by Japan against i...
IIM campus, UPI, AI & more: PM Modi heralds 'golden chapter' of India, Indonesia ties
India and Indonesia are enhancing cooperation in defense and maritime security. Discussions covered trade, energy, and critical minerals for future growth. Both nations agreed to boost technology sharing and startup collaborations. Educational ties will strengthen with an Indian Institute of Management campus opening. Cultural exchanges and heritage projects will also be jointly undertaken.
Astra missiles, BrahMos & Sabang port: India, Indonesia sign big defence, cooperation deals
News News: During Prime Minister Modi's visit to Indonesia, significant agreements were made in defence, critical minerals, maritime infrastructure, and electoral technology, enhancing the India-Indonesia strategic alliance.
‘Honoured to welcome my friend’: Australian PM ahead of PM Modi’s visit next week
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese eagerly anticipates Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Melbourne from July 8-10. This meeting, part of Modi's three-nation tour, aims to bolster the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Australia. Discussions will focus on deepening cooperation in trade, defense, security, and technology, reinforcing the Indo-Pacific's peace and prosperity. Albanese expressed honor in welcoming his "friend" Modi, highlighting the relationship...
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi meets PM Modi, receives ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhawan
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi received a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, marking the start of her three-day official visit to India. She will attend the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This visit is poised to strengthen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership, focusing on areas like economic security, technology, and defense cooperation.
Keir Starmer scraps plan to replace Navy's destroyers for drones as part of defence investment plan
Sir Keir Starmer has abandoned plans to replace ageing naval vessels, opting instead to prioritise drone technology within Labour's anticipated Defence Investment Plan (Dip).The replacement of 13 ageing Royal Navy warships were to form part of the Dip, but funding for up to eight Type 83 destroyers and five Type 32 frigates is said to have been pulled.The Royal Navy's current Type 45 air defence destroyers had been scheduled for retirement by the late 2030s, with Type 83 vessels intended as thei...
The Ultimate Showdown: Lamborghini Urus vs BMW XM vs Porsche Cayenne - Which SUV Reigns Supreme?
Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled showdown as we pit the Lamborghini Urus, BMW XM, and Porsche Cayenne against each other. Discover which of these powerhouse SUVs delivers the perfect combination of speed, luxury, and cutting-edge technology!
Asia stock markets slide as tech shares slump
Asia stock markets slide as tech shares slumpImage source, AFP via Getty ImagesByOsmond ChiaBusiness reporterPublishedJust nowAsian stock markets fell sharply on Friday, led by a sell-off in technology firms as investors worried that recent jumps in share prices had gone too far.Trading on South Korea's Kospi was temporarily halted as an 8% fall in the benchmark index triggered a mechanism intended to curb panic selling. The index closed 5.8% lower.It comes after shares in Apple fell sharply on...
South Korea to train half a million military personnel to become ‘drone warriors’
All branches of the military will be taught how to use technology that has become a ‘game changer on the battlefield’, says defence ministerAll of South Korea’s military forces will be trained as drone operators in a sweeping overhaul of its warfare strategy, the defence minister has said.“All soldiers should be able to use drones like a second personal firearm,” Ahn Gyu-back, who heads the defence ministry in Seoul, said on Friday. Continue reading...
US supreme court ends lawsuit alleging Cisco helped China pursue Falun Gong
Suit alleged California-based company developed technology that allowed China to surveil members of movementThe US supreme court further limited the reach of a federal law used to hold corporations liable for human rights abuses committed abroad, as it issued a ruling on Tuesday ending a lawsuit by members of the Falun Gong movement accusing Cisco Systems of facilitating religious persecution in China.The justices reversed a lower court’s decision that had breathed new life into the 2011 la...
Trump's Latest Moves: From Iran to Quantum Computing and Controversial Legal Battles
In a series of recent developments, former President Trump has made headlines with his remarks on Iran and a significant push towards advanced technology. Meanwhile, his family and legal challenges continue to shape the political narrative as the 2024 election approaches.
Germany sends a clear message to America: NASA can’t operate without us
Germany highlights Europe's crucial role in US space endeavors, stating missions like lunar flights are impossible without European technology. This assertion comes amid broader EU efforts to achieve "tech sovereignty" and reduce reliance on American giants in cloud, AI, and microchips. Concerns over US tech access, amplified by recent AI model bans, are driving Europe to develop its own alternatives and bolster domestic capacity, aiming to reclaim global geoeconomic influence.
4 digital policing apps to expedite probe: Amit Shah
NEW DELHI: Four applications launched by home minister Amit Shah Friday — Abhigyan, Criminal Procedure Identification (CrPI), e-prosecution 2.0 and e-forensics 2.0 — promise to integrate policing, criminal identification, forensic probe and prosecution management into a seamless digital chain of the Integrated Criminal Justice System, expediting investigation and prosecution through use of technology.
New York City House primary emerges as key battleground in ‘AI civil war’
AI-focused Super Pacs are spending heavily in midterms, and nearly half has gone to a single Manhattan district raceThe artificial intelligence industry is spending heavily in the 2026 midterms, hoping to secure influence over the technology’s first generation of legislation – and New York City’s primary has emerged as the key battleground.AI-focused Super Pacs have raised roughly $100m this cycle, of which $44m has been spent so far, in dozens of congressional races across the country. Nearly h...
Somaliland opens Jerusalem embassy after Israel's recognition of its independence
Somaliland opens Jerusalem embassy after Israel's recognition of its independence57 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePrime Minister of Israel's OfficePresident Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (L) met Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his official visitThe breakaway state of Somaliland has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, six months after Israel became the first country to recognise it as an independent nation.The opening of the diplomatic mission at a technology park in West Jeru...
Somaliland opens Jerusalem embassy after Israel's recognition of its independence
Somaliland opens Jerusalem embassy after Israel's recognition of its independenceImage source, Prime Minister of Israel's OfficeImage caption, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (L) met Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his official visitPublished16 June 2026The breakaway state of Somaliland has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, six months after Israel became the first country to recognise it as an independent nation.The opening of the diplomatic mission at a technology park in West Jer...