Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city
Baidu has not responded to a request for comment about the outage, which affected at least 100 cars. Source link
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Volkswagen Xpeng deal shows threat to Rivian, U.S. automakers
In 1984, Volkswagen partnered with a Chinese automaker because it was required by Chinese law. Now the German company is partnering with Chinese automakers because it wants to use their technology. Volkswagen Group today maintains the original joint ventures it made with Chinese automakers in those early days of its foray into what has become…
Iran war economic shocks will last 'months', says Australia's PM
Anthony Albanese used a rare TV address to tell Australians that the “months ahead may not be easy” amid the global effects of the war. Source link
Baidu robotaxis caused crashes in Wuhan: reports
A Baidu Inc. Apollo Go autonomous driving electric vehicle displayed at the International Automotive and Supply Chain Expo in Hong Kong, June 12, 2025. Chan Long Hei | Bloomberg | Getty Images Baidu’s Apollo Go robotaxis reportedly stopped mid-traffic, trapping passengers and resulting in highway collisions on the streets of the Chinese city of Wuhan…
10 weird traditions and customs still followed by the British royal family
When you look at the British Royal family, you see the ultimate display of polish and poise. But behind those palace gates, life is governed by a set of rules that are—to put it mildly—a bit eccentric. While some of these traditions are about security, others are just passed on from ages. Here we list…
They’re in a race to save their children with a rare disease. A new drug has given them hope.
Like other children with Hunter syndrome, Cole is deficient in an enzyme required to break down certain molecules. Over time, toxins accumulate, and the genetic disorder ravages children’s organs, including their heart — and in many cases, their brain, leading to dementia-like symptoms. The condition, also called mucopolysaccharidosis type II, or MPS II, affects about…
Russian military plane crash kills 29 in occupied Crimea
Russian authorities say a technical malfunction caused the An-26 to crash into a cliff. Source link
Iran threatens Nvidia, Apple and other tech giants with attack
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened attacks on a swath of U.S. tech companies with operations in the Middle East, including Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft and Google. The IRGC warned on Tuesday that 18 tech companies would be considered as “legitimate targets” in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Attacks on those…
Narayan Murthy and Sudha Murty’s ₹50 crore Bengaluru home at UB City is all about simplicity and class
Kingfisher Towers is built on a 4.5-acre plot and contains only 81 exclusive apartments, ensuring exclusivity and privacy. The residential complex is often called the ‘Billionaires’ Tower’ and is home to some of the most influential people in Bengaluru. The Bengaluru home of the famous industrialist Narayan Murthy and Sudha Murty is an epitome of…
Supreme Court weighs Trump’s contentious attempt to limit birthright citizenship
WASHINGTON — Tackling one of President Donald Trump’s most provocative policies, the Supreme Court on Wednesday considers the lawfulness of his proposal to limit the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship for people born on U.S. soil. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Announced on the first…