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Saudi firm Humain unveiled an Arabic language model developed with China's MiniMax. The model is built on MiniMax M3, marking a cross-border AI collaboration between Saudi Arabia and China.

Vulkan 1.4.362 is released with a new extension developed by Valve. The update adds the extension to the graphics API specification. Developers can now access the new functionality in the latest version.

Fujifilm launched the XF 400mm F4.5 R LM OIS WR telephoto prime lens for X series APS-C cameras. It offers a 609mm equivalent focal length, weighs 1.2kg, costs $3,200, and is weather-sealed for bird photography.

Xiaomi signed agreements with eight German trade groups to distribute and service its electric cars in Germany starting in 2027. The Chinese conglomerate is rapidly advancing plans for its German market entry.

Maine buried 20,000 shredded tires under Dingley Road in 1992 to reduce frost and waste. By 1996, similar Washington State roads emitted toxic smoke and benzene, requiring costly excavation. Underground tire fires made the practice obsolete.

Global food prices have jumped to their highest level since 2022, according to Bloomberg. Rising risks are building across supply chains, pushing costs upward for consumers worldwide. The increase marks a significant reversal from recent easing trends.

Alogic will showcase its Flash Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station at IFA, alongside new displays including the Edge 34-inch 5K Ultrawide and Clarity 5K and 6K monitors. The products target pro-grade, high-resolution computing setups.

Jonathan Spano failed the Navy's eyesight test, so he co-founded Traffic Management Inc in 1995. The company now makes over $1 million daily. He bought a $2 million helicopter and modified an Embraer Phenom 300 jet to fly aerial sequences in Top Gun: Maverick.

Oppo confirmed the A7 Pro launches in China on September 11 with an 8,000mAh battery. The phone carries an IP69K rating, OLED display, and runs ColorOS 16. It features a single rear camera in a pill-shaped module.

Volkswagen Group's supervisory board approved Future Plan 2030, which halves the model range, cuts 50,000 jobs, and may close four plants. The plan also retires the Seat brand before the end of the decade.

Volkswagen will cut 50,000 jobs and slash half its models by 2035. The restructuring reduces the automaker's workforce and product lineup significantly over the next decade.

A camouflaged Xiaomi SU7 Ultra test car appeared in China with a larger rear wing and aggressive aerodynamics. It may become a limited-edition SU7 Ultra Extreme, though Xiaomi has not confirmed the name, power, or launch schedule.

India's Finance Ministry notified FDI rule changes permitting ecommerce firms to maintain inventory solely for exports of goods made in India. FDI in inventory-based domestic ecommerce retailing remains banned. The September 2 notification amends the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-debt Instruments) Rules, 2019.

Sony unveiled two limited-edition GTA 6-themed DualSense controllers at $84.99, launching 19 November alongside the game. Pre-orders open 10 September at 10 am local time in supported markets. The White and Black editions feature Vice City-inspired designs with palm tree motifs and the GTA VI logo.

Voyah opens Dream 9 MPV pre-sales in China on September 5 at 10:00 am Beijing Time, disclosing variants and prices without an offline event. The flagship targets the 500,000-yuan segment with plug-in hybrid and battery electric versions, featuring Huawei LiDAR and CATL batteries.

Nepal's catastrophic floods caused at least $2.56 billion in property and infrastructure damage. Early recovery efforts require approximately $52.6 million for essential services, including rebuilding roads, providing temporary shelters, and restoring drinking water and electricity.