Taiwan has indicted nine individuals, including an Nvidia manager and Supermicro employees, for allegedly facilitating illegal exports of AI servers to China. The charges include breach of trust and document forgery, stemming from a broader investigation into violations of US export controls on semiconductors.
The U.S. has introduced new sanctions against Iran, contributing to the country's ongoing economic challenges. Iran's currency has fallen to a record low as a result of these measures.
The 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games were held in Beijing from August 22 to August 24, showcasing competitions involving humanoid robots. Events included races, a long jump, and performances, emphasizing advancements in robotics. The games featured robots like 'Blitz' and involved various challenges, with staff assisting during the competitions.
At the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, Chinese robots broke Usain Bolt's 100-meter dash record. Tiangong Ultra completed the distance in 9.39 seconds, followed by Lightning at 9.47 seconds. The event highlights advancements in humanoid robotics with participation from 2,056 robots across 16 countries.
In Iran, chemotherapy costs have surged to six times the monthly minimum wage, leading to treatment delays for patients. Doctors indicate that rising drug prices and medicine shortages are significant factors in patients' decisions to abandon or delay treatment.
Chinese authorities are looking into reports of formaldehyde being used to preserve cabbages, despite a ban on the substance for food preservation. China is recognized as the world's largest producer of cabbages.
Tesla is recalling nearly three million vehicles in China due to problems with hidden door handles. The recall also affects other brands, including XPeng, Xiaomi, and Geely.
Tesla is recalling nearly three million vehicles in China because of problems related to hidden door handles. The recall also includes other brands such as XPeng, Xiaomi, and Geely.
Kazakhstan held a parliamentary election featuring candidates from seven state-approved parties, while opposition parties were banned from participating. The election reflects the country's ongoing efforts to balance its relations with Russia and the West.
Health workers in Rwampara, Democratic Republic of Congo, have taken measures to address a probable Ebola case by disinfecting a morgue and preparing for burial. This incident underscores the continuing challenges posed by the Ebola virus in the area.
During testing for the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, a humanoid robot lost control and crashed into a wall, causing sparks to emit from its waist. Another robot was also seen crashing into electrical boxes during its warm-up.
China's Chang’e 7 lunar exploration mission has been postponed to 2027, according to an announcement from the Manned Space program on August 23, 2026. The agency cited the need for 'absolute success' as the reason for the delay, without providing further details.
At the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, a humanoid robot named Lightning Bolt set a new record for the 100-meter dash at 9.39 seconds, surpassing Usain Bolt's previous record. The event showcases significant advancements in robotics, with over 2,000 robots participating in various competitions.
The World Humanoid Games, showcasing various competitions for humanoid robots, began in Beijing on August 23, 2026. The event will last for five days and includes contests in boxing, football, and sprinting.
President Donald Trump is attempting to renew diplomatic talks with North Korea's Kim Jong Un, facing a more formidable nuclear threat than in his previous term. Experts suggest that negotiations may focus on limiting nuclear tests rather than full denuclearization, with potential outcomes including a peace declaration and improved communication channels. The evolving situation poses challenges for U.S.-South Korea relations as well.
Kazakhstan's parliamentary election took place on August 23, 2026, featuring only state-approved parties aligned with President Tokayev. This election is part of a broader constitutional reform process in the nation.
Kazakhstan is set to hold parliamentary elections on August 23, 2026. The elections are expected to have important implications for the country's political future.
A Chinese humanoid robot has set a new record by running 100 meters in 9.39 seconds, breaking Usain Bolt's previous record of 9.58 seconds. The event was part of a competition dedicated to humanoid robotics.
On August 22, 2026, Liberia's government confirmed a flight carrying deported individuals from the United States. The announcement was made shortly before the flight, leading to concerns among some politicians who indicated they were not involved in the decision-making process.
An Israeli drone strike on a civilian vehicle in southwest Syria has led to multiple injuries. The Syrian government has condemned the strike, calling it a violation of sovereignty and international law.
We use first-party cookies only — for login, preferences, and aggregate
analytics with hashed IPs. No third-party trackers.
Read more