China has urged Japan and South Korea to reject “protectionism” and uphold free trade as leaders of the countries met in a trilateral summit in Seoul. Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized the importance of not turning economic and trade issues into “political games or security matters,” as reported by Chinese state media. Li advocated for
Josef Newgarden achieved a remarkable victory at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, winning his second consecutive Indianapolis 500. The race came down to a thrilling last-lap duel with Pato O’Ward, reminiscent of his victory the previous year. Newgarden’s triumph this time around, however, was under unique circumstances. He had to put aside a recent cheating scandal
Research conducted on mice modeling Alzheimer’s disease has shown promising results regarding the potential benefits of urolithin A, a substance found in foods like pomegranates, strawberries, and walnuts. Scientists have found that urolithin A helps restore the ability to detect and remove damaged cells in the brain, which could have significant implications for treating neurodegenerative
The incidence of melanoma skin cancer cases in the UK has reached an all-time high, with Cancer Research UK reporting that 20,800 people are expected to be diagnosed this year. Shockingly, rates of melanoma have surged by nearly a third over the past decade, jumping from 21 to 28 cases per 100,000 people between 2007-2009
Lady Gaga is all set to take on the iconic role of Harley Quinn in the upcoming film Joker: Folie à Deux. In a recent interview, Gaga hinted at how her portrayal of the beloved comic book character will be different from what audiences have seen before. She emphasized that her version of Harley is
Asia-Pacific markets saw a boost on Monday as China’s industrial profits rose by 4.3% year on year in the first four months of the year, according to official data from the National Bureau of Statistics. This increase in profits contributed to the positive outlook in the region, with Mainland China’s benchmark CSI 300 index climbing
The account of a Scripps Mercy Hospital patient in San Diego who vividly remembers the cries of another patient who was hospitalized for 1,193 days is a haunting reminder of the struggles faced by individuals in medical facilities. It sheds light on the challenges and hardships that some patients endure during their prolonged stays, emphasizing
Recently, Asia equity analyst Yang Liu and a team at Morgan Stanley updated their forecasts for Tuya, a U.S.-listed Chinese company that generates most of its revenue from overseas markets. The analysts not only raised their price target on Tuya by 50 cents to $3.50 but also expressed optimism about the potential for the company’s
Lithuania is gearing up for its presidential elections on Sunday, with incumbent Gitanas Nauseda anticipated to emerge victorious after a campaign that has been heavily focused on security concerns in the post-Soviet state. The Baltic nation, known for its staunch alliance with Ukraine since Russia’s invasion in 2022, is apprehensive about being targeted by Moscow.
As the Met Office issues thunderstorm warnings covering much of the UK, one alert has been extended to include most of the north of England and parts of Wales. This extension comes as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of residents in these areas. Another warning was issued on Sunday morning for large swathes