PDD's Temu app tops U.S. iOS downloads for second year running amid greater scrutiny of China companies

A US district judge has determined that Apple willfully violated an injunction intended to prevent anticompetitive practices following a case initiated by Epic Games, with a senior Apple executive found to have lied under oath. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers is referring the matter for potential criminal contempt proceedings, as internal documents revealed Apple’s deliberate noncompliance, including imposing a 27% commission on off-app purchases. Epic Games' CEO Tim Sweeney announced plans to return Fortnite to the...

SummaryNova Scotia Premier Tim Houston addressed rumors regarding his ambitions to lead the Conservative Party of Canada, suggesting he is not actively pursuing the position. He did acknowledge, however, that he has been taking French lessons, recognizing the importance of bilingualism for federal party leaders. This statement reflects Houston's awareness of the expectations surrounding leadership roles at the federal level while attempting to downplay speculation about his political aspirations. Full Article

North Korea's New Bridge to RussiaNorth Korea has initiated the construction of its first road bridge to Russia, spanning the Tumen River, which is viewed as a significant milestone in bilateral relations. Set for completion by mid-2026, this project follows North Korea's recent confirmation of sending troops to assist Russia in the Ukraine conflict, with reports indicating over 600 North Korean soldiers have been killed. The bridge reflects deepening ties between the two nations, solidified...

A Mandurah resident in her 70s, who has played the same Lotto numbers for over 50 years, recently won $1.6 million after making an impromptu trip to Pinjarra for kitty litter. She received a call from Lotterywest the next day with the life-changing news, initially fearing it was a scam and confirming the win by calling back. Lotterywest explained that registered players are contacted promptly when they win a Division One prize, and West Australians...

UAE state media reported that security services intercepted an attempt by Sudanese military leaders, including former intelligence chief Salah Gosh, to illegally transfer approximately five million rounds of ammunition to Sudan's army via a private plane at an unspecified airport, resulting in several arrests. Sudan's armed forces have accused the UAE of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) amid an ongoing civil war, claims that the UAE denies. Additionally, Sudan has submitted a genocide...

President Donald Trump is facing economic challenges as the US economy contracted for the first time in three years, citing a 0.3% decline in GDP. He attributed the downturn to stockpiled imports ahead of tariffs, while also claiming that $8 trillion in promised investments would restore manufacturing. Trump blamed his predecessor, President Joe Biden, for the economic troubles, prompting criticism from Democrats, and he urged Congress to pass his tax bill amidst ongoing trade tensions,...