Ant Group launches humanoid robot subsidiary in AI push

Alibaba is set to invest aggressively in AI, with a focus on achieving artificial general intelligence, as CEO Eddie Wu announced plans to surpass decade-long AI investments within the next three years. The company's Q4 results showcased an 8% revenue increase driven by e-commerce growth and cloud intelligence success, with highlights including a surge in customer management revenue, adoption of AI-powered marketing tools, and significant growth in the 88VIP program. Despite divesting from physical retail...

Jaya Bachchan criticized Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for neglecting Bollywood in the federal budget debate, citing the closure of single-screen theaters and high costs deterring audiences. Sitharaman defended the government's stance by pointing out the lack of entertainment tax under GST and highlighting past mistreatment of Bollywood legends by previous Congress-led governments. The debate reflects the ongoing struggle of Bollywood in the streaming era and the industry's perceived lack of financial support from the Indian...

The Sukhoi Su-57 "Felon" stealth multirole fighter jet made a second appearance at Aero India 2025 Airshow, signaling Russia's renewed efforts to secure foreign buyers for the fifth-generation warplane. The aircraft's presence at the event aimed to attract countries willing to purchase significant quantities of the advanced combat aircraft, showcasing its capabilities and technology to potential customers. Russia is pushing to expand the Su-57's market reach and establish itself as a key player in the...

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On February 13, 2025, a federal criminal court in Buenos Aires, Argentina, issued arrest warrants for 25 senior Myanmar officials, including Min Aung Hlaing, Aung San Suu Kyi, Htin Kyaw, and Soe Win, for genocide against the Rohingya, marking a significant step towards accountability. However, the National Unity Government (NUG) of Myanmar attempted to evade responsibility, framing the issue as solely the military's fault and attempting to rewrite history to absolve civilian leaders. The Burmese...

Huiren Hospital in Suqian, China faced financial failure due to unpaid wages, leading to closure in September. The pandemic exacerbated financial struggles for hospitals across China, causing decreased revenue and increased expenses. The country's aging population and economic challenges have resulted in a surge of hospital bankruptcies, with over 200 hospitals declaring bankruptcy in the past five years. Full Article