As Elon Musk plans a robot army, China's humanoid bots are already on the market

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok has disabled automatic translation for Hebrew posts due to a rise in mistranslations that made content appear more inflammatory. This decision has sparked outrage among X users, as it limits non-Hebrew speakers' access to translated content. Critics question Grok's reliability, given its history of spreading false information.

Recent arrests in China underscore the government's ongoing ideological hostility towards religious practices, particularly targeting Christians. Despite severe repression, religious life continues to thrive, highlighting the tension between state control and individual belief systems.

The Dutch government has decided to suspend its takeover of the chipmaker Nexperia, which is owned by a Chinese company. This decision follows significant disruptions in the automotive supply chains, indicating a move to ease tensions with China.

Alleged trafficker Zhi Dong Zhang escaped from house arrest in Mexico through a tunnel and subsequently fled to Cuba and reportedly Russia. He is now on trial in a Brooklyn courtroom, highlighting the ongoing issues related to drug trafficking between China and Mexico.

French public prosecutors are investigating allegations that Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, made Holocaust denial statements. The inquiry was expanded to include comments suggesting that gas chambers at Auschwitz-Birkenau were intended for disinfection rather than mass executions. These comments remained online for three days before being addressed.

Sir Keir Starmer is preparing for a likely visit to China in the new year, according to Sky News. This trip is anticipated to be significant as it may enhance diplomatic relations and address key issues between the UK and China.

China produces over 70 percent of the world's electric vehicles (EVs), yet these cars are rarely seen in North America. The disparity raises questions about market access and consumer preferences in the U.S. and Canada, where domestic manufacturers dominate the EV landscape.

US officials are reportedly delaying the implementation of long-promised semiconductor tariffs by President Donald Trump to avoid escalating tensions with China. This cautious approach has been communicated to stakeholders in both government and private sectors over recent days, indicating a shift in strategy regarding the tariffs.