Robots showcase diverse applications at 2026 World Robot Conference
A staff member demonstrates a dual-arm operating system at the 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC) in Beijing, capital of China, Aug. 20, 2026. Opened in Beijing on Wednesday, the 2026…
Japan criticises US over ‘unfortunate’ sanctions on ICC
In a rare criticism of its U.S. ally, Japan on Wednesday described Washington’s decision to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court’s Japanese president and a senior trial lawyer as…
Sika deer herds thrive in NE China’s Qiqihar nature reserve
QIQIHAR, Aug. 21 (Xinhua) — In early autumn, herds of sika deer forage and play among the forests and grasslands in the Xiandongshan sika deer national nature reserve in Qiqihar,…
Karachi Port awards dredging contract to NDMS to accommodate deeper-draft vessels
Dredging of Approach Channel, Tipu Sultan Channel and South Wharf aims to improve port efficiency, reduce freight costs and strengthen Pakistan’s domestic dredging capacity Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has awarded…
Israel’s Ben-Gvir posts video of gallows site for hanging Palestinians
Far-right minister says those convicted in military courts of terror offences will be executed after passing of death penalty law that does not apply to Jewish extremists Israel’s far-right national…
US further tightens immigration, student and media visa policies
The Trump administration this week tightened US immigration rules further, putting green-card applicants under greater scrutiny, imposing new time limits on foreign students and journalists, and giving immigration officers more…