Aarav Shen

Aarav Shen covers world news and global markets for Beijing Times, reporting on geopolitics, economic policy, and the forces shaping international affairs.

Trump Pivots to Sanctions and Naval Blockade in Prolonged Iran Standoff Over Hormuz

The US is pivoting from military strikes to sanctions and a naval blockade against Iran as oil prices stabilise and the Strait of Hormuz crisis drags on.

Taylor Farms Recalls Salsa and Guacamole Products Over Salmonella Contamination Risk

Taylor Farms has voluntarily recalled salsa and guacamole products across the US over a potential salmonella risk linked to fresh peppers from a supplier.

Netanyahu Rejects Trump’s 15-Point Gaza Plan, Vows No Withdrawal Until Hamas Disarms

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a US-led Gaza plan endorsed by Hamas, vowing no military withdrawal until the group is "genuinely" disarmed.

Pentagon Presses US Defense Firms to Accelerate Weapons Output Amid Depleted Stockpiles

The Pentagon is urging US defense contractors to accelerate munitions production amid depleted stockpiles and rising global security concerns.

China Unveils Drone Export Controls, Sanctions on Six US Firms Over Trade Restrictions

China announced drone export controls and a ban on dealings with six American entities in response to recent US trade restrictions, deepening tensions.

Oil Prices Climb After Houthis Claim Strike on Saudi Tanker in Red Sea

Crude oil prices climbed Wednesday after Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis claimed a strike on a Saudi tanker in the Red Sea, reviving shipping security fears.

Philadelphia Fed’s Paulson Comfortable With Current Rates but Signals Flexibility

Philadelphia Fed President Paulson says current interest rates are appropriate but keeps an open mind amid persistently high inflation.

Crude Prices Climb as Iran Sets Conditions for Reopening Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices climbed as Tehran demanded an end to a US naval blockade before reopening the Strait of Hormuz, deepening uncertainty in energy markets.

Reports Link U.S. Immigration Crackdown to Rising Prices and Legal Disputes Over Minors

A new report links the Trump administration's deportation agenda to rising prices, while a federal lawsuit contests the removal of unaccompanied minors.

Joe Biden’s Prostate Cancer Has Spread to His Bones and Causes Pain, Son Says

Joe Biden's prostate cancer has metastasized to his bones and is causing significant pain, his son Hunter Biden said in a new BBC interview.

Datadog Stock Falls 14% Despite 36% Revenue Growth as Investors Set a Higher Bar

Datadog shares fell about 14% after earnings despite 36% revenue growth, as investors set a high bar and the stock still trades above fair value.

UAE Says Iranian Missile Struck ADNOC Vessel in Strait of Hormuz

The UAE has accused Iran of striking an ADNOC vessel with a missile in the Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran tensions over the vital waterway remain high.

Senate Approves Stopgap Funding Bill to Avert Shutdown Ahead of Election

The U.S. Senate approved a short-term funding bill in a 90-6 vote, extending federal spending into December and averting a shutdown before the election.

Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as US Attorney General in Narrow Overnight Vote

The US Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 overnight vote, placing Trump's former personal lawyer atop the Justice Department.

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