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Headline News
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Headline NewsWorld's first 16-MW tension-leg floating wind platform begins operation
China's first 16-megawatt tension-leg floating offshore wind platform, Haiyou Anlan, has begun operation in the South China Sea, opening a new chapter for…
Headline NewsChina releases updated geological map of the entire Moon
China has completed a new geological map of the Moon, offering one of the most detailed views of lunar structures to date.
Headline NewsChinese envoy urges efforts to regulate and secure emerging technologies
Sun Lei, charge d'affaires of China's permanent mission to the UN, has urged efforts to regulate and secure emerging technologies to prevent terrorism…
Headline NewsAnthropic, OpenAI's models create fake identities to fool humans in new cyber incident
An evaluation by the UK-based AI Security Institute shows that Anthropic's Mythos model created fake online identities to try to convince a human to approve…
Headline NewsBeijing designated as UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture 2029
Beijing has been designated as the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture 2029 due to its ability to bring together one of the world's richest architectural…
Headline NewsRhine water falls to new lows with cargo sailings suspended
Navigable water depth at the Kaub chokepoint dipped to 23 centimeters. Shallow water during the current heatwave means freight vessels are often sailing 20…
Headline NewsChina takes countermeasures, tightens drone export controls to US
China has announced countermeasures against six American entities including Applied DNA Sciences over US sanctions on Chinese companies claiming forced labor…
Headline NewsShang Juncheng saves five match points to stun Rublev in Montreal
Shang Juncheng's big win makes him the first Chinese man in the Open Era to reach the third round at the ATP Masters 1000 event in Montreal. On the women's…
Headline NewsFilms and historic neighborhoods draw overseas visitors to China
More and more international tourists are visiting China to explore its local history, architecture and design. Cultural stories on screen and distinctive…
Headline NewsIsrael, Lebanon resume US-mediated talks in Rome
Israel and Lebanon have resumed US-mediated talks in Rome aiming to advance security arrangements along their border and implement a framework agreement…
Headline NewsEU offers Spain emergency aid to reinforce Ceuta border
Spanish authorities said the mass border rush where about 70,000 people came over from Morocco has resulted in 75 deaths. But Ceuta's regional government said…
Headline NewsChina's AI industry tops 1.2 trillion yuan in 2025, up 40 pct
The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology noted that the country was home to more than 6,600 AI companies as of June, representing 15…
Headline NewsScenic areas with mild climate combine serenity with adrenalin rush
China's scenic areas with mild climate are introducing summertime adventures including cliff-side train rides, rafting and mountain karting. Visitors say the…
Headline NewsMedal ceremony uniform for Chinese delegation at Aichi-Nagoya 2026 unveiled
The official medal ceremony uniform for the Chinese delegation at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games has been unveiled, highlighting that every performance at…
Headline NewsWang Jinsong becomes first Chinese scientist to receive the William Nordberg Medal
Wang Jinsong, a researcher from the China Meteorological Administration, has become the first Chinese scientist to receive the William Nordberg Medal since its…
Headline NewsWildfire in southern Netherlands to take hours to extinguish: authorities
The wildfire that broke out in a nature reserve in the Netherlands is still out of control. Authorities say it will take hours to extinguish the fire in…
Headline NewsEU regulations take effect, helping users recognize AI-generated content
Article 50 of the European Union's Aritificial Intelligence Act, commonly referred to as the Transparency Obligation, has come into force. While the regulation…
Headline NewsChinese Government Bond Futures begin trading in Hong Kong
Five-Year China Government Bond Futures have begun trading in Hong Kong, marking the first and only CGB futures contract available in the offshore market. Each…
Headline NewsChinese automaker XPeng Motors tops Israel's EV sales from January to July
Chinese carmaker XPeng Motors led Israel's electric vehicle market in the first seven months of the year, selling over 3500 units.
Headline NewsBrazil's ruling party nominates Lula for fourth-term bid
Brazil's ruling Workers' Party has nominated incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as candidate for the upcoming presidential election. Lula is seeking…
Headline NewsOPEC+ agrees 6th consecutive monthly oil output increase
OPEC+ producers have agreed to raise oil output for the sixth consecutive month, adding 188,000 barrels per day in September.
Headline NewsAt least 5 dead, 41 still missing in ferry fire off Indonesia's Madura island
At least five people have been killed and more than 40 others remain missing after a ferry caught fire off Indonesia’s Madura Island.
Headline NewsChina's Hohhot crowned "World Dairy Capital"
China’s Hohhot has been named the World Dairy Capital, recognizing its advances in dairy research and its status as a global production hub.
Headline NewsMultiple fatalities reported in Idaho restaurant shooting
A shooting has left multiple people dead at a restaurant in Twin Falls in the US state of Idaho. Police say the suspected shooter was dead. The restaurant is…
Headline NewsChina unveils five-year plan to upgrade supply and marketing cooperatives
China has released a five-year plan for its national supply and marketing cooperative system, aiming to strengthen agricultural services and ensure food…
Headline NewsEU to hold videoconference over Ceuta migrant crisis
The European Union will hold a videoconference on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa. The announcement was made after…
Headline NewsPLA, China Coast Guard conduct drills near Huangyan Dao
China's military and coast guard have conducted drills near Huangyan Dao, saying the operations were aimed at safeguarding the country's territorial…
Headline NewsFire at St. Basil's Cathedral on Moscow's Red Square extinguished
A small fire at Moscow's iconic St. Basil's Cathedral was put out early Saturday, with no injuries reported. Authorities say the blaze began in a first-floor…
Headline NewsFIFA scraps World Cup sell-off plan after resistance from members
FIFA says it will not proceed with its proposal to sell a piece of its business empire to outside investors after the project was met with fierce resistance…
Headline NewsUN chief calls for action to deal with extreme heat
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for action to deal with extreme heat caused by El Nino. The call came as the World Meteorological Organization…
Headline NewsUS Marine officials confirm F-35 aircraft mishap in California
US Marine officials say emergency personnel have responded to a fighter jet crash near a Marine Corps Air Station in San Diego, California. The incident…
Headline NewsAround 60,000 migrants enter Spain's enclave Ceuta in 24 hours
Spain is facing a worsening migrant crisis in its North African territory of Ceuta. More than 60,000 migrants have crossed illegally from Morocco, with dozens…
Headline NewsChina condemns Philippine baselines around Huangyan Dao
China has condemned the Philippines' declaration of what it calls territorial sea baselines around the island of Huangyan Dao, saying the move violates China's…
Headline NewsChina's Unitree launches IPO process amid humanoid robotics boom
Chinese robotics maker Unitree Robotics has launched its IPO process on Shanghai's STAR Market, as the company rides growing demand for humanoid robots and…
Headline NewsChina warns Japan's intelligence bureau reflects negative security trend
China has expressed concern over Japan's new National Intelligence Bureau, saying similar institutions during Japan's wartime era helped fuel militarism and…
Headline NewsChina unveils five-year plan for greener industrial development
China has unveiled a five-year plan to drive the green transformation of its industrial sector, aiming to peak industrial carbon emissions by 2030 while…
Headline NewsTrump says Gaza armed groups to be disarmed under ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump said his "Board of Peace" has reached an agreement to disarm Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza as part of a ceasefire plan.
Headline NewsChinese vice premier holds video call with US treasury secretary, trade representative
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held talks with US officials on economic and trade ties, with China raising concerns over recent US trade restrictions and both…
Headline NewsUS second-quarter GDP slows to 1.5%, misses expectations
The US economy slowed more than expected in the second quarter as weaker demand and rising energy prices dampened growth.
Headline NewsCPC sets agenda for 5th plenary session in October
The Communist Party of China will hold the fifth plenary session of its 20th Central Committee in Beijing this October to discuss major issues including Party…
Headline NewsChina will take resolute countermeasures if US insists on robot, inverter bans: MOFCOM
China warns of countermeasures after the US adds power inverters and advanced robotics to a trade restriction list, calling the move discriminatory.
Headline NewsChina reaches clean energy milestone as coal power drops below half
China's energy mix sees a historic shift in the first half of 2026, with coal power's share of electricity generation falling below 50 percent for the first…
Headline NewsChina mulls law against cyber abuse
China is seeking public input on a draft law aimed at curbing cyber abuse, with new measures to strengthen online protection and support victims.
Headline NewsFIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina
FIFA has launched a disciplinary probe into Argentina following heated scenes after their World Cup final defeat to Spain.
Headline News"World's supermarket" Yiwu posts double-digit foreign trade growth in H1
Customs statistics shows the total import and export value of Yiwu City, known as the "world's supermarket" in east China's Zhejiang Province, reached over 486…
Headline NewsChina targets 17-pct cut in carbon intensity by 2030 under new climate plan
By 2030, China aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions per unit of GDP by 17 percent from 2025 levels. A national climate change plan outlines key goals for…
Headline NewsHong Kong to set up innovation center to drive tech breakthroughs
Hong Kong will set up China's first national manufacturing innovation center outside the Chinese mainland. The center aims to facilitate breakthroughs in key…
Headline NewsChina's logistics demand up 5.1% as high-tech sectors drive growth
China's total social logistics value surpassed 180 trillion yuan in the first half of the year, with high-tech manufacturing and advanced industries becoming…
Headline NewsChina's first C919 plateau variant completes maiden test flight
China's first C919 Plateau variant has taken to the skies, completing its maiden test flight as the domestically developed jet moves closer to serving…
Headline NewsKeiko Fujimori takes office as Peru's first elected female president
Keiko Fujimori has been sworn in as Peru's first female president, taking office with promises to restore stability, curb crime and revive the economy after a…
Headline NewsZelensky says talks with Trump include Patriot production in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he discussed producing U.S.-designed Patriot air defense systems in Ukraine and efforts to revive stalled peace…
Headline NewsInnovation, industrial strength drive surge in China's AI product exports
The Ministry of Commerce says China's AI-related exports surged in the first half of 2026, emerging as a new hallmark of the country's foreign trade…
Headline NewsZidane appointed France head coach
The French Football Federation has appointed Zinedine Zidane as head coach of the France national team. The 54-year-old former captain succeeds Didier…
Headline NewsXi holds talks with Slovak president in Beijing
President Xi Jinping says China stands ready to work with Slovakia to foster a strategic partnership featuring mutual respect, trust, and resilience. He made…
Headline NewsChina's tax revenue rises 4.9% in first half as economy gains momentum
China's tax revenue tops 10 trillion yuan in the first half of the year, while total tax and fee collections hit 16.7 trillion yuan, highlighting continued…
Headline NewsShots fired outside US Consulate in Toronto, second incident in four months
Local police say shots were fired outside the US Consulate in downtown Toronto early Monday, with a suspect vehicle fleeing the scene and no injuries reported…
Headline NewsChina's AI, robotics and innovative medicines emerge as new growth engines
China's high-tech sectors are gaining global traction, with surgical robot exports jumping 330% in the first half as AI, robotics and innovative medicines…
Headline NewsEU deploys firefighting aid to France, Spain amid massive wildfires
The European Union has deployed firefighting aircraft, personnel and equipment to France and Spain. Raging wildfires have displaced more than 300,000 people in…
Headline NewsChina to expand autism support with early screening, special education programs
China will step up support for people with autism over the next five years, expanding early screening and intervention services for children. The country will…
Headline NewsChina's memory chipmaker CXMT surges in record-breaking debut
Chinese chipmaker Changxin Memory Technologies surged as much as fivefold on its debut on the Shanghai STAR Market. It ended the morning session at over 54…