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China says humanoid robot buzz carries bubble risk
China says humanoid robot buzz carries bubble risk

More than 150 Chinese companies are making humanoid robots but a market bubble risks forming in the rapidly growing futuristic industry, a Beijing official has warned. More than half of China's 150 humanoid robot companies -- a figure still increasing -- are "startups or 'cross-industry' entrants, which is a good thing for innovation", Li said.

by  AFP

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The main moments of Paris Couture Week
The main moments of Paris Couture Week
by  AFP

Paris Haute Couture Week has wrapped up after four days of shows that featured the end of an era at Balenciaga, the start of a new one at Maison Margiela, and some surprise appearances and absences. Belgian Glenn Martens debuted at Maison Margiela the same day.

Defence, joint debt and farmers: EU draws budget battle lines
Defence, joint debt and farmers: EU draws budget battle lines
by  AFP

When the European Union unveils its long-term spending proposals next week, it will kick off the bloc's biggest budget battle in recent history. Von der Leyen this week vowed to support Ukraine "until 2028 and beyond, when the new European budget kicks in".

Danes reluctant to embrace retirement at 70
Danes reluctant to embrace retirement at 70
by  AFP

On paper, Kirsten Evans is among the first group of Danes who have to wait until age 70 to retire with a full pension, but she has no intention of waiting that long. But those born after December 31, 1970 -- including Evans -- will have to wait until age 70.