More than 1,300 people died during Hajj, many of them after walking in the scorching heat
More than 1,300 people died during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia as the faithful faced extreme high temperatures at Islamic holy sites in the desert kingdom, Saudi authorities announced Sunday.
European markets set to start the week in mixed territory
European stocks are expected to start the new trading week in mixed territory.
China wants EU to scrap planned higher tariffs and ‘abide by WTO rules,’ state media reports
Scrapping the tariff decision on Chinese EVs is set to benefit both sides, Global Times reported, quoting observers.
CNBC Daily Open: Dow posts best week since May, Tesla cuts 14% of workforce
Nvidia added a staggering $880 billion to its market cap, but shares fell almost 7%, wiping out more than $220 billion in value.
Nvidia-backed AI startup Synthesia now lets you make multilingual video presentations using just your phone or webcam
AI startup Synthesia debuted a slew of new features including the ability to make Apple-style presentations with avatars by using just a webcam or phone.
China’s ByteDance is reportedly working with Broadcom to develop advanced AI chip
China’s ByteDance is working with U.S. chip designer Broadcom on developing an advanced AI processor, two sources familiar with the matter said.
Southeast Asia is a top choice for firms diversifying supply chains amid U.S.-China tensions
Rising tensions between Washington and Beijing have led firms to diversify supply chains away from China even as they maintain a presence in the country.
Travelers underestimate the dangers of heatwaves in popular summer hotspots
From New York City to Mecca and the Mediterranean, popular tourism destinations battle high temperatures at the outset of the summer season.
Singaporean swimmer Toh Wei Soong hopes for a medal in his second Paralympic bid
Singaporean para-athlete Toh Wei Soong will be fighting to medal in the Paralympics this year in Paris.
Asia-Pacific markets slip as investors await Australia and Japan inflation data later this week
Investors in Asia will assess Australia’s CPI data on Wednesday after RBA considered hiking rates at its last meeting.
