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Anthropic calls for pause in AI development

Anthropic is calling on ​major artificial intelligence labs to consider a coordinated and verifiable pause in ‌development, warning that rapid advances in the technology could soon allow AI systems to improve themselves faster than society can...

53 Huai Khwang businesses probed

Thai authorities are stepping up a crackdown on 53 firms suspected of using nominee arrangements in Huai Khwang district of Bangkok, amid concerns over Chinese-operated businesses and irregular financial transactions.

Royal crematorium complex on schedule

Construction of the royal crematorium complex for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother is progressing as planned and is expected to be completed by Oct 31, officials said on Friday.

UN warns of global hunger crisis as Mideast war drags on

GENEVA - “Pessimistic” predictions that the Middle East war could push tens of millions more people into acute hunger if drawn out are being proven right, the United Nations said on Friday.

Palestine issue causes stir in Scottish football

LONDON - Celtic’s interest in appointing Robbie Keane as their new manager has sparked anger among the Scottish Premiership champions’ pro-Palestine fans after his previous role with the Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv.

🎬 VOA NEWS
Russian foreign minister exaggerates Russia-China relations, ignores nuances
Chinese officials look to limit social media and screen time in China
Exclusive: Second Iranian ship suspected of carrying missile ingredient leaves China
VOA Mandarin: China revises PLA regulations prioritizing war readiness