Japanese automotive parts manufacturer Nidec is ending a joint venture in China and reducing its focus on electric vehicle drivetrain components as part of a strategic shift in its business priorities.

China has developed and received regulatory approval for a copper-blended titanium implant designed for orthopaedic surgery that combines titanium's strength with copper's antimicrobial properties to reduce post-operative infection risk.

Carmen Teresa Navas, 83, mother of Venezuelan political prisoner Víctor Hugo Quero, died days after identifying her son's exhumed body, which had been secretly buried for nine months. The cause of her death has not been officially reported.

Viking Mines has received US federal approval to conduct a 63-hole drilling programme at its Linka tungsten project in Nevada.

New Zealand's population growth improved to 0.8% in the year ending March, reaching 5.36 million, as emigration rates slowed following earlier years of significant Kiwi exodus.

Mizuho Financial Group's shares declined over 7% after the company denied having made a decision regarding a reported investment shift in Rakuten Bank.

Russia has arrested and imprisoned over 16,000 Ukrainian civilians from occupied territories since the 2022 invasion in an apparent campaign to suppress resistance, according to Ukrainian human rights officials.

Two teenagers have been arrested and one is wanted in connection with at least 10 shootings across Austin, Texas over a weekend; the incidents involved shots fired at fire trucks, apartment buildings, and pedestrians, prompting a shelter order.

Chinese fast-fashion retailer Shein has acquired US-based apparel brand Everlane, according to reporting by Puck News.

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons in Game 7 of the 2026 NBA playoffs, with ESPN highlighting key moments from the decisive matchup.

The White House announced that China has committed to purchasing at least $17 billion in US agricultural goods annually following discussions between Trump and Xi.

Maggie Oliver criticises Andy Burnham for failing to adequately support grooming gang victims despite his public positioning on the issue, suggesting he has missed an opportunity to give them a meaningful voice.

Four crew members ejected safely after two military jets collided mid-air during an air show near Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho.

Zinc Aviation, a new Australian airline founded by a former Qantas executive, plans to operate as an ultra-low-cost carrier modelled on Ryanair, based from Western Sydney International Airport.

Thailand's government plans to reform over 7,000 business regulations to reduce bureaucratic obstacles and attract foreign investment in a competitive global market.

Canada has confirmed a hantavirus case connected to an outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship that has resulted in three deaths and multiple illnesses among passengers.

Bulgaria won the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest with the song 'Bangaranga', marking the country's first-ever victory and return to the contest after a three-year absence due to broadcaster financial difficulties. Bulgaria will host the 2027 contest.

A CBS News/YouGov poll finds that 44% of Americans rate their personal financial situation as bad, with widespread frustration about the economy under President Trump's administration.

Golfer Aaron Rai expresses satisfaction at winning the PGA Championship, following in the footsteps of his idol Tiger Woods.

The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, following 80 confirmed deaths from the disease.

Samsung's union and management have resumed negotiations in an effort to prevent a planned strike. The talks represent an attempt to resolve labour disputes at the electronics manufacturer.

Singapore has softened its approach to first-time drug abusers who voluntarily seek help, replacing mandatory detention at rehabilitation centres with community-based supervision and case management starting this week.

Aaron Rai has won the PGA championship with a career-best score, becoming the first Englishman to win the tournament in over a century since 1919.

Recruit Holdings shares surged to record highs following better-than-expected growth results, driven by strong performance in its HR Technology division where the Indeed platform is using AI to improve job-candidate matching and increase revenue per job posting.

South Korea's stock market volatility increased sharply after foreign investors sold off approximately $13.2 billion in local equities in the previous week.

Amnesty International reports that global executions reached their highest level since 1981 in 2025, with Iran accounting for approximately 80% of the 2,707 documented executions worldwide.

The New York Knicks will play the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals, with the article comparing the two teams' strengths and rosters.

Thailand's first-quarter GDP growth reached 2.8% year-over-year, exceeding economist forecasts.

Two US Navy fighter jets collided during a flight demonstration at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, capturing the moment on video during a public air show.

Morrisons supermarket has partnered with the NHS to add health warning messages to three popular products as part of a cancer awareness campaign.

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong engaged in a heated verbal altercation with a heckling White Sox fan during a Crosstown Classic game that Chicago won 9-8.

A literary review of Kathryn Heyman's novel 'Circle of Wonders', which explores themes of mortality, family dysfunction, and human connection through the lens of characters living through experiences of dying over the course of a lunar cycle.

Samsung Electronics and its South Korean labour union are entering government-mediated pay negotiations to prevent a strike at the major tech company that represents a significant portion of South Korea's exports.

Fremantle's AFL team has won nine consecutive matches for the third time in club history, matching previous streaks that led to preliminary final appearances. The article explores what obstacle might prevent them from extending their winning run to ten matches.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has won the NBA MVP award for the second consecutive year, receiving 83 first-place votes from roughly 100 journalists and broadcasters covering the league.

China's April economic data fell short of expectations across key indicators including retail sales, industrial output, and investment growth, with retail sales growth reaching its slowest pace since 2022.

Yankees pitcher Anthony Volpe nearly delivered a heroic performance in a Subway Series game against the Mets, but the Yankees lost the matchup, adding to uncertainty about Volpe's future with the team.

New Zealand is expanding its food export presence in Asian markets, leveraging its reputation for traceable, safe, and high-quality agricultural products including fresh produce, pantry staples, and consumer brands.

Kioxia, a Tokyo-based semiconductor company, reported expectations of ¥1.3 trillion operating profit for the June quarter, exceeding its full-year profit for the previous fiscal year, driven by AI-related demand.

Following a Trump-Xi summit, the White House and China have announced trade deals involving soybeans and rare earths, though the two sides have provided different accounts of the agreements reached.

An American passenger on the MV Hondius cruise ship describes their experience in quarantine after potential hantavirus exposure, with daily medical check-ins as their only human contact.

A significant earthquake has struck southwest China, resulting in building collapses and the evacuation of thousands of residents from the affected area.

An Arkansas man aged 20 was arrested after allegedly threatening on a gaming platform to carry out a mass shooting at a local Walmart if the country faced lockdowns due to a hantavirus outbreak.

Asian stock markets decline while bond prices fall and crude oil prices rise in a broad market movement affecting multiple asset classes.

UCLA's Megan Grant hit her 40th home run of the season in a game against South Carolina, with the bases loaded in the fifth inning, leading UCLA to victory in a college softball matchup.

The Philippines is convening a court to hear impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte amid political turbulence. The trial's outcome could significantly impact her viability as a 2028 presidential candidate.

Rory McIlroy identified specific holes during his PGA Championship round at Aronimink where his performance faltered, preventing him from mounting a serious challenge for the title.