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Ai model detects pancreatic cancer over a year before diagnosis

An artificial intelligence system can identify early signs of pancreatic cancer on routine scans more than a year before clinical diagnosis, according to new research. The model, known as REDMOD, analyzes subtle tissue patterns that standard imaging and human observation fail to detect, enabling earlier......

Hengli reshapes Singapore unit after US sanctions over Iran oil

The United States Treasury has imposed sanctions on Hengli Petrochemical, one of China’s largest independent oil refiners, accusing the company of purchasing billions of dollars worth of Iranian crude oil. The sanctions also target dozens of shipping companies and vessels allegedly involved in......

General Motors reports 22% rise in core profit driven by strong US truck sales

General Motors reported a strong increase in its first-quarter performance, with core profit rising by 22% year-on-year, supported by solid demand in the US truck market and improved profit margins in North America. The Detroit-based automaker posted earnings before interest and taxes of $4.3 billion,......

US Supreme Court to examine Cisco case over alleged role in human rights abuses in China

The Supreme Court of the United States is set to hear a high-profile case involving allegations that technology company Cisco played a role in human rights abuses in China. The case, which has been ongoing for years, could have major implications for corporate accountability in international human rights......

King Charles to address Congress amid US UK tensions

King Charles III is set to deliver a rare address before a joint session of the United States Congress, becoming only the second British monarch to do so. The speech forms the central moment of his four day state visit to the United States and takes place under heightened security following a shooting......

Congo launches $100 million US-backed mining guard to secure strategic mineral sites

The Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the creation of a new paramilitary mining protection unit aimed at securing key mineral sites and strengthening control over strategic supply chains. The initiative, supported by international partnerships, is designed to address long-standing challenges......

China accelerates AI satellite network amid rising space competition

China is advancing a large-scale effort to build an orbital computing network powered by artificial intelligence, while expanding its military presence in space. The dual-track strategy combines commercial innovation with strategic ambitions that analysts say could challenge existing space leadership......

Gold heads for first weekly drop in five weeks amid dollar strength

Gold prices fell to their lowest level in nearly two weeks on Friday, putting the metal on track for its first weekly decline in five weeks as a stronger US dollar and rising oil prices weighed on demand. Spot gold dropped to around 4,661 dollars per ounce during early Asian trading before recovering......

Macron groups Trump with Putin and Xi as opposing Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply criticized the current global balance of power by placing United States President Donald Trump alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing all three as acting against European interests. Speaking in English during......