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French prime minister names new ministers, sparking government collapse

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu unveiled a new cabinet, only for the Lecornu government collapse to follow within hours amid political opposition. PARIS: In a dramatic political twist, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu unveiled a fresh cabinet on Sunday, only for the Lecornu government collapse to unfold within hours. The shortest-serving government in France’s Fifth […]

Study reveals fibre-optic cables can detect sinkholes and geohazards early

Researchers at Pennsylvania State University have developed a method that uses standard fibre-optic internet cables to detect underground hazards like sinkholes, offering a cost-effective early warning system for geohazards. PENNSYLVANIA: In a breakthrough that could redefine how scientists monitor underground hazards, researchers at Pennsylvania State University have found that ordinary fibre-optic cables — the same […]

China tests robotic dogs in simulated lunar caves ahead of future moon missions

Chinese researchers at Peking University are training robotic dogs in moon-like caves to prepare for future lunar exploration and underground base development. BEIJING: China has begun testing robotic dogs designed for lunar exploration, simulating moon-like underground conditions to prepare for upcoming missions that aim to explore and utilise the moon’s subsurface environments. According to the […]

South Korea’s cybersecurity agency struggles with staff shortage amid rising attacks

South Korea’s cybersecurity watchdog faces staffing challenges as cyberattacks on local businesses surge nearly 50%, despite increased budgets for digital defence. SEOUL: South Korea’s main cybersecurity watchdog, the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA), is grappling with a staff shortage as the number of cyberattacks on local businesses continues to rise sharply, according to new […]

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