American icons honoured at Kennedy Centre show

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3 years ago

December 5, 2022

Superstars including George Clooney, Gladys Knight and U2 were among those celebrated at the Kennedy Centre Honours show

Actor George Clooney, singer Gladys Knight and iconic band U2 were among those celebrated at the annual Kennedy Centre Honours show.

It marks the 45th year of the event, celebrating contribution to the American music, stage and screen industry.

In front of a star studded audience, President Joe Biden thanked the artists for their devotion to American culture.

“To see each other, to see ourselves in one another, to unite in common cause. Tonight we celebrate a truly exceptional … group of artists.”
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The room was packed with celebrities, including Julia Roberts and Matt Damon.

Biden also made special mention of U2, thanking them for their contribution to the American music sector.

“From this Irish-American President in a White House designed by Irish hands I want to thank U2 for all you have done, you really make a difference.”
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Tune in as I deliver remarks at the 45th Kennedy Center Honors. https://t.co/F8Z2rlRkx4
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BBC director-general Tim Davie resigns amid Trump speech controversy

Tim Davie resigns as BBC director-general amid Trump speech editing controversy; news chief Deborah Turness follows.

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November 10, 2025

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Tim Davie resigns as BBC director-general amid Trump speech editing controversy; news chief Deborah Turness follows.

Tim Davie has stepped down as BBC director-general after criticism over the editing of President Trump’s speech.

Head of news Deborah Turness also resigns, citing reputational damage.

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Kazakhstan joins Abraham Accords in surprise diplomatic shift

Kazakhstan’s unexpected entry into the Abraham Accords may reshape Central Asia-Middle East relations amid ties to Russia and China.

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November 10, 2025

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Kazakhstan’s unexpected entry into the Abraham Accords may reshape Central Asia-Middle East relations amid ties to Russia and China.

In a major geopolitical surprise, Kazakhstan has joined the Abraham Accords, a landmark move for a Muslim-majority nation with deep ties to Russia and China.

Analysts say it could signal a broader realignment across Central Asia and the Middle East.

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China leads world in AI and 6G patents

China dominates AI and 6G patents, securing 60% and 40.3% of global applications respectively, says 2025 conference report

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November 9, 2025

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China dominates AI and 6G patents, securing 60% and 40.3% of global applications respectively, says 2025 conference report

In Short:
– China holds 60% of global AI patents and 40.3% of 6G patent applications.
– The country leads in 5G infrastructure with 4.55 million base stations and 1.12 billion users.

China has emerged as the leading holder of artificial intelligence patents, responsible for 60 percent of the global total.

The country also leads in next-generation 6G patent applications, accounting for 40.3 percent of worldwide filings. The insights were presented in reports at the 2025 World Internet Conference held from November 7-9 in Wuzhen, Zhejiang Province.The conference showcased China’s technological advancements, highlighting participation from over 1,600 delegates across 130 nations.

As of June 2025, China has established 4.55 million 5G base stations, with 1.12 billion 5G mobile phone users.

The nation’s computing power has reached 788 EFLOPS, boasting 10.85 million standard racks in operation, ranking among the world’s top infrastructures. Projections estimate that China’s 6G industry will soar to 1.2 trillion yuan by 2030, with industrial applications making up 40 percent and smart cities at 30 percent.

The quantum computing sector is expected to reach 11.56 billion yuan in 2025, with growth rates surpassing 30 percent.

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China continues to hold the title of the largest e-commerce market globally for the 12th consecutive year, with 974 million online shoppers recorded by December 2024.

Online retail sales reflected a 7.2 percent increase. JD.com’s founder announced plans for an unmanned delivery station by April 2026, while Alibaba is developing a “super AI cloud” for global developers.