В пещере древнее египетских пирамид найден фрагмент шкуры лося, который может быть старейшей одеждой в мире
В пещере, возраст которой превышает возраст египетских пирамид, был обнаружен фрагмент шкуры лося возрастом около 12 000 лет. Этот сшитый артефакт может оказаться самым старым сохранившимся предметом одежды в мире.
Inside a cave older than Egypt’s pyramids: 12,000-year-old stitched piece of elk hide may be the world’s oldest clothing
Согласно отчету американского центра AMTI, за последний год Вьетнам расширил свои аванпосты в архипелаге Спратли путем мелиорации земель.
Vietnam adds over 2 square km of land in South China Sea, US report says
— Vietnam has expanded its outposts in the South China Sea by hundreds of acres over the past year, according to a new report, as Hanoi and Beijing race to reinforce competing territorial claims through land reclamation.Vietnam has added about 534 acres (2.16 square km) of land in the Spratly Islands, bringing its total reclaimed area to roughly 2,771 acres (11.2 square km), according to the Washington-based Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative.While Hanoi had appeared to be narrowing the gap...
Владелец TikTok, компания ByteDance, планирует нарастить расходы на инфраструктуру искусственного интеллекта до более чем 200 млрд юаней в текущем году.
ByteDance raises 2026 capex by at least 25% amid AI boom, rising memory costs, sources say
— TikTok owner ByteDance is ramping up its spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure, boosting its planned capital expenditure this year to more than 200 billion yuan (US$30 billion), according to two people familiar with the matter.This represented an increase of at least 25 per cent compared with a preliminary plan discussed late last year that proposed AI capex of 160 billion yuan, they said.The increase was necessary because of the company’s growing commitment to AI, as well as...
«Сан-Антонио» ведет в серии полуфиналов против «Миннесоты» со счетом 2:1, в то время как «Нью-Йорк» имеет преимущество 3:0 против «Филадельфии».
Wembanyama powers Spurs past T-Wolves as Knicks beat Sixers in NBA playoffs
— San Antonio take 2-1 semifinal series lead over Minnesota, while New York Knicks are 3-0 up against Philadelphia 76ers.
В США отменяются ограничения на охоту и рыбную ловлю на федеральных землях, включая заповедники и национальные парки.
More hunting, fewer limits: Trump lifts restrictions in national parks and wilderness areas
— The Trump administration is expanding hunting and fishing access on federal lands, including national parks and wildlife refuges, by removing existing restrictions. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated the policy is to open lands unless specific exceptions apply. This move aims to boost conservation and rural economies, despite concerns about visitor safety and science-based management.
Семья гонконгского активиста Джимми Лая надеется, что предстоящая встреча Дональда Трампа с Си Цзиньпином поможет добиться его освобождения.
Trump's deal making with Xi next week may determine Hong Kong jailed activist Jimmy Lai's fate
— As Donald Trump's meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping approaches, the family of Hong Kong's jailed activist Jimmy Lai is hopeful that the U.S. President could help free their father
В субботу на Красной площади состоится военный парад в честь победы над нацистской Германией. Мероприятие пройдет при повышенных мерах безопасности.
Moscow is set to mark Victory Day with a Red Square parade under tight security
— Security is tight in Moscow as President Vladimir Putin prepares to speak at a Red Square parade on Saturday, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II
Президент Владимир Путин готовится выступить на ежегодном военном параде на Красной площади. Власти сократили масштаб мероприятия из-за опасений возможных атак.
Moscow set to hold Victory Day parade in Red Square parade amid tight security
— Security was tight in Moscow on Saturday as President Vladimir Putin prepared to speak at Russia’s annual Victory Day parade in Red Square. Authorities have scaled back the traditional military display amid fears of Ukrainian attacks despite a fragile US-backed ceasefire intended to prevent disruptions to the commemorations.
Иранские официальные лица заявили, что состояние Моджтаба Хаменеи стабильно, несмотря на полученные легкие ранения. США в это время ожидают от Тегерана ответа на предложение по прекращению конфликта в Западной Азии.
'He was on the stairs': Iran claims Mojtaba Khamenei was knocked down by US blast but is 'recovering well'
— Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is reportedly in good health, with officials dismissing rumors of severe injuries following recent strikes. While acknowledging minor wounds, they insist he remains active in state affairs. Meanwhile, the US awaits Iran's response to a proposal aimed at ending the West Asia conflict, with officials expressing hope for a serious offer.
В эпоху правления Папы Льва XIV Ватикан демонстрирует новые подходы к пастырскому служению ЛГБТК+ католикам.
Vatican sending new signals of openness but limitations in outreach to LGBTQ+ Catholics
— The Vatican is sending new signals about how it intends to minister to LGBTQ+ Catholics in the Pope Leo XIV era
Несмотря на критическую ситуацию в Газе, некоторые люди находят возможность для отдыха, занимаясь серфингом.
Surfers in war-torn Gaza find rare moments of joy taking to the waves
— Despite the dire situation in Gaza, a few surfers find joy riding the waves
Непредсказуемое поведение Дональда Трампа вызывает у международных партнеров опасения относительно надежности США в условиях будущих кризисов.
Trump's feuds and tensions with allies likely to outlast Iran war
— His erratic behavior has revived fears among allies — from Europe to the Middle East to the Indo-Pacific — that the U.S. might be unreliable in a future crisis.
На фоне затянувшейся блокады Ормузского пролива ближневосточные производители нефти проявляют интерес к размещению сырья на нефтехранилищах Южной Кореи.
South Korea draws Gulf oil storage interest as Hormuz stays closed
— South Korea is drawing growing interest from Middle Eastern oil producers seeking to store crude oil at the country’s petroleum reserve bases, the world’s sixth largest, amid a prolonged blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a South Korean official and an expert on the matter have said.The strait’s closure in the wake of the US-Israel war on Iran has taken a toll not only on South Korea and other nations dependent on oil imports but also oil-producing countries whose storage tanks are filling up...
Новая обладательница титула Miss Universe Philippines, выросшая в США, готовится представить свою страну на международной арене. Ее победа вновь подняла вопрос о том, что представляет собой подлинная филиппинская идентичность.
What is ‘authentic’ Filipino identity? New Miss Universe Philippines’ win reignites debate
— The Philippines has crowned its newest Miss Universe candidate, Bea Millan-Windorski, with the country – known for its penchant for beauty pageants – preparing to send its latest representative to the global competition in November.The 23-year-old, who grew up in Wisconsin in the United States and is a history and international relations graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, stood out among seven final candidates last weekend with her winning answer.Asked why the Philippines was...
США меняют подход к добыче критически важных минералов в Африке, делая ставку на развитие местной инфраструктуры переработки. Это решение продиктовано необходимостью конкуренции с Китаем в условиях неразвитости собственных мощностей по обработке сырья.
Rare earth strategy provides ‘opportunities for Africa’ as US attempts to counter China
— The US is shifting strategy to fund local African processing and mining infrastructure after recognising it cannot yet process the critical minerals it is racing to secure from the continent to counter China.Tom Haslett, managing director of policy for critical minerals at the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), said that unlike China, which had “significant industry backing for both processing and downstream manufacturing”, the US and Europe did not yet have that...
Инвесторы надеются на решение Трампа об отмене 10-процентной пошлины на скотч после трех тяжелых лет.
Whisky business: Investors pin hopes on Trump’s Scotch tariff reversal after dire three years
— President Trump's decision to ditch the 10% tariff on Scotch whisky could boost the market for premium cask collecting.
Малыш Панч успешно адаптируется к жизни в стае, несмотря на свою известность.
Punch, the lonely monkey, is growing up. He’s still a star.
— Punch has handled the limelight better than most young stars. Since first hitting the headlines, he has slowly integrated into his troop and made friends.
Власти Малайзии начали применять метод засева облаков, чтобы обеспечить северные сельскохозяйственные регионы осадками и предотвратить дефицит риса.
Malaysia resorts to cloud seeding to save rice crop from drought
— Malaysia is resorting to cloud seeding to bring much-needed rain to the country’s “rice bowl” north, where a drought has delayed planting of the staple crop and raised supply fears.“This year ... has been affected by prolonged dry weather, low rainfall and reduced dam water levels,” said Malaysia’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Mohamad Sabu.The conditions mean farmers have missed two of the three usual planting phases for so-called “wet direct seeding” of rice, a technique that...
Президент Украины Владимир Зеленский и советник президента РФ Юрий Ушаков подтвердили достижение договоренностей о трехдневном перемирии и обмене пленными.
Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a 3-day ceasefire
— President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Yuri Ushakov, President Vladimir Putin's foreign affairs adviser, both confirmed the agreement for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners.
Бывший лидер оппозиции, одержавший крупную победу на выборах, приступает к управлению страной. Ему предстоит реформировать политическую систему, которую его предшественник называл «нелиберальной демократией».
Peter Magyar Prepares to Take Over as Hungary’s Leader From Viktor Orban
— The former opposition leader, who won a landslide election, now faces the formidable job of dismantling what his predecessor called an “illiberal democracy.”
Девятимесячный макака по имени Панч продолжает привлекать десятки тысяч посетителей в небольшой японский зоопарк.
Punch, the Lonely Monkey Who Drew Crowds to a Small Japan Zoo, Is Growing Up. He’s Still a Star.
— The macaque, now 9 months old, has been attracting tens of thousands of visitors to a small Japanese zoo. He ignores the attention.