Chinese, U.S. Leaders Agree AI Cannot Control Nuclear Arms

Chinese AI startup takes aim at OpenAI's Sora with image-to-video tool launch

Beijing-based Shengshu Technology updated its artificial intelligence-powered text-to-video tool Vidu for generating videos based on separate images.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un visits missile bases and cites U.S. nuclear threat

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has visited missile bases to examine their readiness to undertake actions of “strategic deterrence,” state media reported.

North Korea tests missiles, says U.S. actions warrant its nuclear buildup

North Korea and its partner Russia say Kim Jong Un's U.N. resolution-breaking missile tests are a justified reaction to U.S. military provocations.

Trump reportedly tells Putin to not escalate war in Ukraine; Rick Scott emerges as front-runner for Senate leader role – live

Trump told Russian president to not escalate war with Ukraine, Washington Post reports; multiple conservatives endorse the Florida senator as the next leader. Sweep of swing states rubs salt in ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

German opposition leader plans climate action reverse and immigration controls as Scholz paves way for election – Europe live

German chancellor confirms vote of confidence date, giving path to 23 February election, as Friedrich Merz attempts to create distance between parties. The German parliament is bracing itself for ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Runway goes 3D with new AI video camera controls for Gen-3 Alpha Turbo

Realistically puts creators and their viewers into a fully realized, seemingly 3D world — like they are on a real movie set or on location.

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Chinese IPOs in the U.S. and Hong Kong are set to increase next year, analysts say

A few high-profile Chinese listings outside the mainland are adding to expectations for a pickup in initial public offerings next year.

Business - CNBC - October 28

Sen. Marco Rubio says Chinese hacking of U.S. telecom companies is "very serious"

Republican Sen. Marco Rubio, who is on the Senate Intelligence Committee, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that as "time goes on, we're going to learn more" about Chinese hacking of ...

U.S. ‘Fusion Cells’ Assist in Israel’s Hunt for Hamas Leaders

American commandos and intelligence officers began helping Israel soon after the Oct. 7 attacks last year.

World - The New York Times - October 19

Iran's supreme leader threatens U.S., Israel with "a crushing response"

Any further attacks from either side could engulf the wider Middle East, already teetering over the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip and Israel's ground invasion of Lebanon, into a wider regional ...

Foreign leaders react as Trump wins 2024 U.S. presidential election

From enthusiasm from Israel's leader to thinly veiled anxiety from some of America's oldest European allies, foreign reaction to Trump's election victory is rolling in fast.

Indonesia’s new leader calls for collaboration with China before heading to the U.S.

Indonesia’s new leader called for collaboration rather than confrontation with China after the signing of $10 billion in new deals between the two countries.

U.S. proposals to curb AI, semiconductor investment into China under final review

The proposals are part of the Joe Biden administration's efforts to restrict the flow of U.S. capital, technology and expertise into China.

Business - CNBC - October 22

OpenAI to present plans for U.S. AI strategy and an alliance to compete with China

OpenAI's official blueprint for U.S. AI infrastructure involves AI economic zones and government projects funded by private investors, according to a document.

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Investors may have to wait a week before it’s clear who controls the U.S. House. Here’s why.

While experts have been warning that the winner of the tight presidential contest may not be determined on the night of Nov. 5, there’s also a view that the battle over the U.S. House of ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 22

TSMC Chips Ended Up in Devices Made by China’s Huawei Despite U.S. Controls

The U.S. government has tried to keep Chinese companies from obtaining certain advanced technologies, but concerns have been growing that some products may have been routed to Huawei.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

Vance: Current U.S. leadership is 'a way bigger threat than any foreign threat'

Donald Trump called his domestic political opponents “the enemy from within.” During an interview with Meet the Press, JD Vance explains why he agrees with his Republican running mate.

Business leaders weigh the U.S.' role in climate policy as Trump transitions to White House

Business leaders at the U.N. climate conference weighed the outlook for U.S. climate policy, as Washington transitions to Donald Trump's second term.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Goldman Institute calls for ‘data center diplomacy’ as U.S. competes in global AI race

Goldman Sachs Institute's Jared Cohen says the U.S. will need to outsource its data center capacity, and choose its global partners wisely.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Tech giants are investing in 'sovereign AI' to help Europe cut its dependence on the U.S.

Tech giants are investing in the development of "sovereign" AI models in Europe to reduce the region's dependence on largely U.S.-controlled infrastructure.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

We cannot continue to play with 10 men - Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says his team "cannot continue to play with 10 men" in the wake of William Saliba's red card at Bournemouth.

The scale and scope of this Dodgers championship cannot be overstated

The impact of L.A.'s come-from-behind win in Game 5 to win the World Series extends well beyond its stars to the team's unsung heroes and fans around the globe.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Yahoo Sports AM: The Cavs cannot be stopped

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Big Tech’s dash for nuclear power

The take-off of AI will fuel a surge in demand for electricity

Business - Financial Times - October 20

Nuclear medicine shortage will lead to deaths

Experts warn hundreds could be affected by the shortage in radioisotopes used to track cancer.

Republicans Clinch Control of the Senate

After picking up seats in West Virginia, Ohio and Montana and winning an unexpectedly close race in Nebraska, the G.O.P. sealed a majority. Tight races in swing states will determine their margin.

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Israel Strikes Hezbollah-Affiliated Financial Institution in Lebanon

Branches of Al-Qard al-Hasan, which functions as Hezbollah’s de facto banking arm but also operates as an alternative bank for Lebanese, were targeted around Beirut and across the country’s south ...

World - The New York Times - October 21

Shohei Ohtani Was ‘Playing With One Arm in the Postseason’

The Dodgers star underwent shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum.

Sports - The New York Times - November 6

China arms itself for potential trade war with Trump

Beijing has enacted sweeping laws since US president-elect’s first term that would allow it to retaliate if threatened

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Chinese hackers target GOP campaigns

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Politics - The Hill - October 28

Chinese firms invest in Saudi construction

World - Yahoo News - November 8

Reddick ends holdout, agrees to deal with Jets

Haason Reddick and the Jets reached an agreement on an adjusted contract, ending his prolonged holdout.

Sports - ESPN - October 20

India and China agree to de-escalate border tensions

The two countries have reached a patrolling agreement after several clashes between their troops since 2020.

Sources: Pels, Murphy agree to $112M extension

Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III has agreed to a four-year, $112 million rookie contract extension with the franchise, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Rockets' Green agrees to 3-year, $106M extension

Rockets guard Jalen Green has agreed to a three-year, $106 million extension with a player option in the third year.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Rockets' Sengun agrees to 5-year, $185M deal

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has agreed on a five-year, $185 million rookie extension, his agents told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

China and the Vatican agree to extend an agreement on appointing bishops

The Chinese government says it has agreed with the Vatican to extend a provisional agreement on the appointment of Catholic bishops in China for four more years

World - ABC News - October 22

Latest in Chinese, U.S. Leaders Agree AI Cannot Control Nuclear Arms

Chinese AI startup takes aim at OpenAI's Sora with image-to-video tool launch

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un visits missile bases and cites U.S. nuclear threat

North Korea tests missiles, says U.S. actions warrant its nuclear buildup

Trump reportedly tells Putin to not escalate war in Ukraine; Rick Scott emerges as front-runner for Senate leader role – live

German opposition leader plans climate action reverse and immigration controls as Scholz paves way for election – Europe live

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Chinese IPOs in the U.S. and Hong Kong are set to increase next year, analysts say

Sen. Marco Rubio says Chinese hacking of U.S. telecom companies is "very serious"

U.S. ‘Fusion Cells’ Assist in Israel’s Hunt for Hamas Leaders

Iran's supreme leader threatens U.S., Israel with "a crushing response"

Foreign leaders react as Trump wins 2024 U.S. presidential election

Indonesia’s new leader calls for collaboration with China before heading to the U.S.

U.S. proposals to curb AI, semiconductor investment into China under final review

OpenAI to present plans for U.S. AI strategy and an alliance to compete with China

Investors may have to wait a week before it’s clear who controls the U.S. House. Here’s why.

TSMC Chips Ended Up in Devices Made by China’s Huawei Despite U.S. Controls

Vance: Current U.S. leadership is 'a way bigger threat than any foreign threat'

Business leaders weigh the U.S.' role in climate policy as Trump transitions to White House

Goldman Institute calls for ‘data center diplomacy’ as U.S. competes in global AI race

Tech giants are investing in 'sovereign AI' to help Europe cut its dependence on the U.S.

We cannot continue to play with 10 men - Arteta

The scale and scope of this Dodgers championship cannot be overstated

Yahoo Sports AM: The Cavs cannot be stopped

Big Tech’s dash for nuclear power

Nuclear medicine shortage will lead to deaths

Republicans Clinch Control of the Senate

Israel Strikes Hezbollah-Affiliated Financial Institution in Lebanon

Shohei Ohtani Was ‘Playing With One Arm in the Postseason’

China arms itself for potential trade war with Trump

Chinese hackers target GOP campaigns

Chinese firms invest in Saudi construction

Reddick ends holdout, agrees to deal with Jets

India and China agree to de-escalate border tensions

Sources: Pels, Murphy agree to $112M extension

Rockets' Green agrees to 3-year, $106M extension

Rockets' Sengun agrees to 5-year, $185M deal

China and the Vatican agree to extend an agreement on appointing bishops

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