Beijing launches AI ‘RoboBrain’ to power next generation of humanoid robots

China has taken a significant step forward in its race to lead global robotics innovation with the unveiling of RoboBrain 2.0 — an open-source artificial intelligence model designed to serve as the cognitive core of humanoid robots. The model was launched on Friday by the Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence (BAAI), a leading non-profit research […]

‘Return to your country,’ Taliban tells Afghans amid US migration curbs

The Taliban government on Saturday urged Afghans hoping to emigrate to the United States to instead return to Afghanistan, after Washington tightened entry conditions. US President Donald Trump this week announced a travel ban targeting 12 countries, including Afghanistan, which his proclamation said lacked “competent” central authorities for processing passports and vetting. Commenting on the […]

Nutritionist urges safer meat practices during Eidul Azha celebrations

As red meat takes centre stage during Eidul Azha celebrations, health experts are warning the public to be mindful of their consumption habits to avoid potential health risks, particularly for those with chronic conditions. Professor H. Merve Bayram, head of the Nutrition and Dietetics Department at Istanbul Gelişim University, highlighted the health implications of overeating […]

Pakistani pilgrims laud Saudi Arabia for ‘impressive’ Hajj arrangements

Pakistani pilgrims on Saturday lauded the Saudi government for its “impressive” arrangements during this year’s Hajj, the Ministry of Religious Affairs said, as Muslims across Pakistan and the world celebrated Eid al-Adha. Over 115,000 Pakistani pilgrims travelled to Saudi Arabia this year under government and private schemes to perform the annual pilgrimage. “I had a […]