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In an era of naval warfare defined by air superiority, precision missiles and autonomous drones, China’s navy appears to be bringing back the “big guns”.
A new naval gun system is said to be in development which takes 155mm, or 6.1-inch, artillery shells.
That would make it the largest of its kind in the world today.
The naval gun has recently been spotted undergoing sea-based performance testing from an experimental warship, which suggests it is moving closer to being deployed by the People’s…

The Philippines’ confrontational approach to maritime territorial disputes, such as its championing of the 2016 South China Sea arbitration ruling, has not only failed to resolve regional tensions, it also risks undermining Asean centrality.
In May, addressing Japan’s National Diet, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr announced that Manila would mark the ruling’s 10th anniversary in July, an occasion he said “embodies our determination to resolve disputes through peaceful means”. That is…

Lewis Hamilton’s bold new Barcelona paddock look steals attention while Kim Kardashian exits Europe (Image via Getty) Lewis Hamilton surprised fans before the Spanish Grand Prix when he arrived in the Barcelona paddock with a completely different look. The Ferrari driver swapped his usual braids for his natural shoulder-length curls, quickly becoming one of the biggest talking points ahead of the race weekend. Dressed in a Ferrari cap, team shirt, camouflage jeans, and red trainers, Lewis Hamilton looked relaxed and happy as he greeted cameras and rode a scooter around the paddock. The appearance came just days after a busy Monaco Grand Prix weekend, where he not only celebrated another strong result but also spoke publicly about girlfriend Kim Kardashian’s support for the first time.Lewis Hamilton unveils new hairstyle before Barcelona Grand PrixLewis Hamilton’s fresh hairstyle immediately caught attention as Formula 1 teams prepared for the Spanish Grand Prix. The seven-time world ch..

Photo by Yonhap News Agency Controversial streamer Johnny Somali is asking a South Korean court to reduce his prison sentence, arguing that he has been unable to take medication for bipolar disorder since arriving in the country. Somali, whose real name is Ramsey Khalid Ismael, appeared in court on June 11 as part of an appeal against the six-month prison sentence he received earlier this year.The case has attracted widespread attention online because of Somali’s behavior in South Korea and the legal trouble that followed. While the streamer is seeking a lighter punishment, prosecutors are pushing in the opposite direction. They want the court to reject his appeal and instead impose a much longer three-year prison sentence. A final decision is expected later this month.Johnny Somali asks for leniency as prosecutors seek three-year prison termSomali was sentenced in April to six months in prison with hard labor after being found guilty of several offenses, including obstruction of busin..

The United States must ensure the next chapter of responsible innovation is written in America, not in China, lawmakers and witnesses told a congressional hearing on Thursday as they sounded the alarm over US-China competition for global supremacy in artificial intelligence (AI).
“Cyber security and national security must be taken seriously. The United States cannot afford to let China or any other adversary gain a technological edge in artificial intelligence,” said Tim Scott, chairman of the…

AdvertisementCanadaWorldUnited States & CanadaCanadian policeman killed during investigation tied to US consulate shootingMarc Pinizotto, 43, was shot by a suspect and died of his wounds in hospital
1-MIN READ1-MIN ListenAssociated PressPublished: 5:48am, 12 Jun 2026A Toronto police officer was shot and killed Thursday by a suspect in the investigation into a shooting attack that damaged the facade of the US consulate in the Canadian city in March, police said.
One 19-year-old suspect was in custody at a hospital in critical condition while officers searched for a second suspect, who was identified as 19-year-old Zara Jabbi and was considered armed and dangerous, Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw said at a news conference.
“I urge you to turn yourself in,” Demkiw said.
AdvertisementPolice officer Marc Pinizotto, who was 43 and had been on the force for 18 years, died of his wounds in a hospital, Demkiw said.
Canadian police had said in March that two individuals emerged from a white Ho..

Are PlaqueBoyMax and Huda dating? Love Island USA star fuels fresh rumours with streamer (Image via Getty) PlaqueBoyMax and Huda Mustafa have become one of the most talked-about internet duos in recent weeks. Their livestreams, music sessions, gym posts, and constant social media appearances have left many fans wondering if there is more to their connection than friendship. While neither creator has confirmed a relationship, the rumors continue to spread across TikTok, X, Instagram, and YouTube.The speculation started shortly after Huda Mustafa’s breakup with Louis Russell, which had already attracted significant attention online. Soon after, Huda began appearing regularly in PlaqueBoyMax’s content. What first looked like a simple collaboration quickly turned into frequent streams, videos, and social media moments that drew millions of views.As more clips of the pair circulated online, fans began focusing on their easy conversations, playful jokes, and comfortable chemistry. Their grow..

Image/X After weeks of rumors and online discussions, popular streamer TheBurntPeanut has finally confirmed that he is part of a Fortnite crossover. Fans first started talking about the possible collaboration at the end of May when Epic Games showed off content from Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3. Many players noticed a small peanut-like character that looked very similar to TheBurntPeanut, leading to speculation across social media.The streamer initially denied knowing anything about the crossover and even joked about the situation. This caused more discussion among fans, especially because some players were unhappy about the possible collaboration. Now that the new season is live, TheBurntPeanut has officially revealed that the crossover is real, putting an end to weeks of questions and rumors from the Fortnite community.TheBurntPeanut confirms Fortnite collab as rare in-game SpriteDuring a recent livestream, TheBurntPeanut jokingly told viewers that nobody knew what he was about to say..

In early April, hours after US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iran “back to the Stone Ages” in a prime-time address, China’s yuan-denominated cross-border payment system set a record for transaction volume in a single day.
The Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) skyrocketed to 1.22 trillion yuan (US$180.3 billion) on April 2, almost doubling the daily average volume in February.
The spike occurred as more oil-producing nations rapidly scaled up their share of yuan settlements…

During a recent discussion in Shenzhen with British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, I was reminded that the development of artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer only a technological race. It is a test of whether major economies can build the institutions, standards and economic systems needed to integrate intelligent machines into human society.
Britain has every reason to enter this new era with confidence. It has contributed to much of the modern world’s foundations. In 1687, Isaac Newton…