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Xi Jinping Says AI Development Should Be a Symphony, Not a Solo by One Nation... Aimed at U.S. Attending the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai this morning, President Xi stated, "AI development should not be a solo performance by one country, but a symphony achieved through international cooperation." The remarks are interpreted as being aimed at the United States, which is competing with China in the rapid advancement of AI. SBS Jul 17, 2026 2:17 PM

World Artificial Intelligence Conference Kicks Off in Shanghai, Showcasing China's AI and Robotics Achievements Amid intensifying technological competition between the United States and China, China kicked off the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference on July 17 , showcasing its latest achievements in artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics. SBS Jul 17, 2026 2:17 PM

Trump Targets Hardcore Base with 26-Minute Speech on Election Fraud Ahead of Midterms President Donald Trump delivering a national address U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his claims that the 2020 presidential election, which he lost, was fraudulent during a national address on July 16 . SBS Jul 17, 2026 2:15 PM

Passenger Ferry Sinks with Over 70 People Aboard; 1 Dead, 24 Missing According to reports from AP and AFP on July 17 , the ferry KM Nurul Salsa sank on July 15 in waters 73 km away from Selayar Island in South Sulawesi, Indonesia. SBS Jul 17, 2026 12:43 PM

"Shocking Content Expected": Trump to Deliver Address to the Nation Today With the midterm elections about four months away, U.S. President Donald Trump is set to deliver an address to the nation shortly at 10:00 a.m. SBS Jul 17, 2026 12:43 PM

Trump Claims China Interfered in 2020 Election; Fact-Check Teams Respond U.S. President Donald Trump claimed in a national address at 10:00 a.m. today that China interfered in the 2020 U.S. SBS Jul 17, 2026 12:42 PM

"Days Before World Cup Final" Sudden Blow: Thick Haze Covers the Area The BBC reported on July 17 that thick haze from Canadian wildfires has blanketed the New York and New Jersey regions, prompting authorities to advise residents to refrain from outdoor activities and stay indoors. SBS Jul 17, 2026 12:34 PM

Trump Claims China Illegally Obtained 220 Million U.S. Voter Records During 2020 Election President Trump claimed during a national address at 10:00 a.m. today that China interfered in the 2020 U.S. SBS Jul 17, 2026 12:13 PM

Trump Claims China Interfered in 2020 Election, Illegally Obtained Voter Data President Donald Trump delivers an address to the nation in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on the 16th . SBS Jul 17, 2026 11:23 AM

Why Protesters Took to the Streets After the Sudden Dismissal of Ukraine's 'Drone Genius' Defense Minister "A war hero becomes a burden overnight?" Ukraine is in an uproar following the sudden dismissal of Defense Minister Fedorov, a former Deputy Prime Minister for Digital Innovation who was appointed to the post earlier this year, just six months into his tenure. SBS Jul 17, 2026 11:23 AM