President Xi Jinping extended Chinese New Year greetings for the Year of the Horse, reflecting on China's achievements in the past year and outlining future aspirations.
China releases new anti-monopoly guidelines for internet platforms, aiming to curb tech giant power and promote fair competition in the digital economy.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi is scheduled to attend the 62nd Munich Security Conference in Germany and visit Hungary, signaling China's engagement in global security dialogues.
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison under national security law, drawing international condemnation and raising concerns over press freedom.
China launches a comprehensive crackdown on medical insurance fraud, targeting mental health institutions and the over-prescription of high-cost drugs to ensure healthcare fund integrity.
Billionaire Les Wexner faces tough questions from lawmakers over his long ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Lawmakers allege Wexner enabled Epstein’s crimes, while Wexner claims he was deceived. Here’s the latest on the ongoing congressional inquiry.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has been arrested by Thames Valley Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The investigation is linked to his past dealings with Jeffrey Epstein.
Bulgaria announces snap parliamentary elections for April 19 amidst ongoing political instability and economic concerns. A caretaker government has been appointed to oversee the process.
A gold rush has erupted in a South African informal settlement after a resident discovered gold nuggets in a cattle pen, drawing dozens of hopeful miners despite official warnings.
Explore Sweden's unique 'Your Swedish Island' competition, offering a one-year custodianship of a private island to selected applicants, excluding billionaires, and redefining luxury.
Eastman Chemical raises $600 million through a senior notes offering, strengthening its financial flexibility and supporting growth initiatives. Learn about the bond terms, strategic use of funds, and market implications.
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions will acquire QBE’s Global Trade Credit and Surety business, reinforcing its presence in specialty insurance across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK and expanding its credit risk offering.
British American Tobacco reaffirms its 2026 financial outlook, projecting steady growth in EPS and revenue while accelerating its strategic shift towards smokeless nicotine products.
Sensei Biotherapeutics acquires Faeth Therapeutics for $200M, bolstering its oncology pipeline with PIKTOR and securing crucial funding for clinical trials in endometrial and breast cancer.
Netherlands returns a 3,500-year-old Egyptian sculpture, looted during the Arab Spring, after an international investigation and cooperation with Spanish authorities.
China’s commercial space industry drew global attention at a major Beijing expo featuring reusable rockets, satellite manufacturing and space applications, highlighting rapid growth across the private aerospace sector.
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
Team GB's appeal to use new aerodynamic skeleton helmets at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, upholding the IBSF's ban.
Relive the dazzling opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, featuring Mariah Carey, dual Olympic flames, and a celebration of Italian culture.
Hilary Knight ties the U.S. Olympic women's hockey scoring record as the USA defeats Finland 5-0 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Read the full game recap and highlights.
Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.
Eastman Chemical raises $600 million through a senior notes offering, strengthening its financial flexibility and supporting growth initiatives. Learn about the bond terms, strategic use of funds, and market implications.
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions will acquire QBE’s Global Trade Credit and Surety business, reinforcing its presence in specialty insurance across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK and expanding its credit risk offering.
QNB Corp. announces acquisition of Victory Bancorp for $41 million, creating a larger Pennsylvania-based bank with expanded assets and market reach.
Lynn Hatem
Lynn Hatem is a distinguished journalist for Beijing Times, renowned for her insightful coverage of culture and lifestyle. Despite not being native to China, her unique international perspective has made her a powerful voice in articulating the richness of global cultures. She continuously navigates the multifaceted cultural landscape, painting a vivid picture of contemporary life and trends.
Alibaba's logistics arm, Cainiao, is merging with robovan developer Zelos Technology in a $2 billion deal to create Cainiao Robovan, a new entity focused on autonomous last-mile delivery solutions.
Prediction markets are facing renewed scrutiny after reports that “privileged” users may have profited from well-timed bets on war and diplomacy, fueling calls for clearer rules and explicit insider-trading bans.
Game stocks slid after Google unveiled “Project Genie,” an AI system that can generate interactive worlds from prompts, raising concerns about disruption to traditional game engines, platforms, and development workflows.
China conducted “combat readiness” naval and air patrols around Scarborough Shoal, escalating activity in a disputed South China Sea area days after nearby US-Philippines exercises.
Dow will cut about 4,500 jobs as it restructures to boost efficiency and expand AI and automation, while forecasting weaker-than-expected first-quarter revenue amid sluggish demand.
Iran’s foreign minister will travel to Ankara for talks with Turkey’s Hakan Fidan as Ankara presses mediation to avert US military escalation, pushing a step-by-step approach on disputes including the nuclear file.
South Korea’s exports are expected to post their fastest growth in over four years as AI-driven semiconductor demand surges, boosting shipments to China and the US ahead of official trade data on February 1.
Wall Street fell as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slid on fears that Big Tech’s soaring AI spending will take longer to pay off, with Microsoft and software stocks leading declines while the Dow also dipped.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said China is still finalising licensing for H200 AI chips, leaving sales uncertain despite conditional approvals for major Chinese tech firms and strong demand.
EU considers sanctions against Iran and potential designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization following the crackdown on protests. France remains a holdout in the EU's deliberations.
Explore the devastating impact of Iran's crackdown on nationwide protests, with over 6,000 reported deaths and evidence of systematic violence and concealment.
Tesla is set for a key earnings test as investors watch margins, demand and pricing strategy, with the results expected to influence sentiment across the EV and tech markets.
