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Kim Ki Nam, a stalwart North Korean official who served all three generations of the country's leaders, passed away at the age of 94, according to official media reports on Wednesday. Kim's death marks the end of an era, as he played a pivotal role in cementing the political legitimacy of the dynastic state and heading its propaganda apparatus.

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China's latest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, embarked on its inaugural sea trials, departing from Shanghai and marking a significant stride toward integrating into the world's leading naval forces. The trials, situated in the East China Sea near the Jiangnan Shipyard where the carrier was constructed, primarily aim to assess the reliability and stability of its propulsion and electrical systems.

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In the heart of New Delhi, within the UNESCO-listed Qutb Minar complex, stands a testament to ancient India’s metallurgical genius: the Iron Pillar of Delhi. This 7.2-meter tall, six-ton structure has withstood the ravages of time and weather for over 1,600 years, remaining rust-free despite the Indian capital’s intense temperatures and pollution.

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The Chinese government has put into effect new rules that tighten the restrictions on the country's internet companies raising concerns about how they will be applied.

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China's AI industry has taken a significant leap forward with the launch of SenseNova 5.0, a powerful language model developed by tech giant SenseTime. This latest innovation has sent shockwaves through the AI community, as it reportedly surpasses OpenAI's GPT-4 in several key benchmarks.