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Police Officer Guides Civilians to Safety Before Tibet Border Mudslide
A police officer at Gyirong Port on the China-Nepal border directed civilians to safety moments before a mudslide struck, as Nepal seeks flood recovery aidTyphoon Dolphin Drives Hong Kong to Hottest Day on Record as Eastern China Evacuates Millions
Hong Kong hit 36.9C, its hottest in 142 years, as Typhoon Dolphin brought extreme heat and drove mass evacuations across eastern China.Typhoon Dolphin Nears Eastern China, Closing Schools and Grounding Flights
Typhoon Dolphin approaches eastern China, shutting schools, ports and tourist sites in Zhejiang and disrupting flights across Shanghai and beyond.Typhoon Noul Makes Landfall in Guangdong, Grounding Flights and Stranding Thousands
Typhoon Noul, China's strongest storm this year, made landfall in Guangdong, cancelling flights and rail services and stranding 2,000 at Hong Kong airport.China’s Animal Rights Advocates Push Campaign Offline and Abroad After Guangdong Case
The killing of a dog and her puppies in Guangdong has spurred China's animal rights advocates to move their campaign offline and overseas amid censorship.
- World
IAEA Board Refers Iran to UN Security Council for First Time in 20 Years
The IAEA board voted on Wednesday to refer Iran to the UN Security Council for nuclear non-compliance, the first such move in 20 years.Zelenskyy’s Plane Nearly Struck by Drone Leaving Moldova, Norway’s PM Says
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's plane was nearly struck by a drone leaving Moldova on Tuesday, Norway's PM Jonas Gahr Stoere said, en route to Oslo.US Bans Canadian Dairy, Alcohol and Motorcycles, Adds 50% Surcharge on More Goods
The US will ban Canadian dairy, most alcohol and motorcycles in three weeks and add a 50% surcharge on more goods from September 15, the White House said TBrent Crude Nears $100 as Iran Strikes US Base in Jordan
Oil prices surged toward $100 a barrel Wednesday as Iran struck a US base in Jordan and American forces destroyed five Iranian tankers.UK Government Orders Police to Improve Intelligence After Masked Port Protests
Whitehall told UK police to improve intelligence gathering after masked far-right groups shut down ports in Kent and Portsmouth over the weekend.
- Business
Apple Unveils $1,999 Foldable Duo iPhone at First Ternus Event
Apple debuted a $1,999 passport-shaped foldable iPhone called Duo and a pricier iPhone 18 Pro at its first showcase led by new CEO John Ternus.Meta Unveils Muse AI Agent That Sends Emails and Makes Payments
Meta launched Muse, an autonomous AI assistant that sends emails and makes payments, offered free or at $20 and $100 monthly tiers.Qualcomm Stock Jumps 10% on $4 Billion Amazon Custom Chip Deal
Qualcomm shares rose about 10% after unveiling a roughly $4 billion custom chip partnership with Amazon for AI data centers, challenging Nvidia's lead.Dow Slides 400 Points as US-Iran Strikes Push Oil to Six-Week High
The Dow slid roughly 400 points as renewed U.S.-Iran attacks pushed Brent crude to a six-week high, with energy shares leading a mixed Wall Street session.GE Aerospace to Buy Castings Maker CPP for $11.75 Billion
GE Aerospace said on Tuesday it will acquire castings maker Consolidated Precision Products for $11.75 billion from Warburg Pincus and Berkshire Partners.
- Lifestyle
China Intensifies Crackdown on Celebrity Gossip and Chaotic Fan Culture
China's cyberspace regulator is intensifying its crackdown on online...Influencer’s Rosé Impersonation Sparks Fierce Debate on Fan Identity and Celebrity Boundaries
A Chinese influencer's recent imitation of K-pop star Rosé...K-Fashion’s Global Ascent: Brands Expand Offline Footprint in Japan and China
South Korean fashion brands are aggressively expanding their physical...Pearl Noodles: China’s Comfort Food Craze
Yudu pearl noodles, a beloved dish originating from Jiangxi...China Tightens Grip on AI and Online Health Content Amidst Mental Health and Misinformation Concerns
China is implementing stringent new regulations aimed at curbing...
- Culture
Hollywood Ends Best Summer in a Decade With $4.61 Billion Haul
Hollywood wrapped its best summer since 2013 with $4.61 billion in domestic ticket sales, up 26.1%, as Gen-Z and women returned to theaters.Gloria Steinem, Feminist Icon and Ms. Magazine Co-Founder, Dies at 92
Gloria Steinem, journalist, activist and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, died at 92 at her New York City home, her foundation said Wednesday.Thieves Steal Four Antonello da Messina Works from Sicilian Museum
Thieves stole four Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina from a Sicilian museum overnight without triggering alarms, prompting a professional-heist‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Claims All-Time Domestic Opening Record With $360 Million
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has claimed the biggest North American opening weekend ever with $360 million, surpassing 'Avengers: Endgame.'“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Scores Second-Biggest North American Opening With $355 Million
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" scored the second-biggest North American opening ever with $355 million, trailing only "Avengers: Endgame."
- Travel
Thai Elephant Parks Grapple with Tourist Slump Amidst Global Conflict Uncertainty
Thai elephant parks, including Maetaeng Elephant Park & Clinic, are facing a significant decline in tourist numbers due to global travel disruptions and uncertainty stemming from the Middle East conflict.China Unveils ‘China Bound’: A Smart Tourism Platform for Global Travelers
China Daily has officially launched "China Bound," an innovative...Las Vegas Launches “Welcome to Fabulous” Campaign to Boost Tourism
Las Vegas is launching a new campaign, “Welcome to...Spirit Airlines Cuts Service as Competitors Expand Routes Amid Bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines is scaling back operations across numerous U.S....Montmartre Residents Push Back Against Overtourism in Paris
Montmartre, the postcard-perfect hilltop district of Paris, is facing...
- Sports
NFL Extends Roger Goodell Through 2030 in Performance-Heavy Contract Deal
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell agreed to a four-year contract extension running through the 2030 season, with over 95% of pay tied to performance.Sabalenka Beats Townsend to Reach US Open Quarterfinals
Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka overpowered Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3 on Sunday to reach the US Open quarterfinals in New York.Cathy Engelbert to Retire as WNBA Commissioner After Seven-Year Tenure
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert will retire at the end of 2026 after a seven-year tenure that brought record deals, expansion and the league's first millNBA Suspends Clippers Owner Ballmer, Strips Five Draft Picks Over Kawhi Deal
The NBA suspended Clippers owner Steve Ballmer for one year, stripped five first-round draft picks and fined the team $30 million over the Kawhi Leonard caStan Kroenke Buys MLB’s Los Angeles Angels, Ending Moreno’s 23-Year Run
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announced Tuesday it will buy MLB's Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno, with the deal expected to close in early 2027.
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Apple Unveils $1,999 Foldable Duo iPhone at First Ternus Event
Apple debuted a $1,999 passport-shaped foldable iPhone called Duo and a pricier iPhone 18 Pro at its first showcase led by new CEO John Ternus.
Meta Unveils Muse AI Agent That Sends Emails and Makes Payments
Meta launched Muse, an autonomous AI assistant that sends emails and makes payments, offered free or at $20 and $100 monthly tiers.
Qualcomm Stock Jumps 10% on $4 Billion Amazon Custom Chip Deal
Qualcomm shares rose about 10% after unveiling a roughly $4 billion custom chip partnership with Amazon for AI data centers, challenging Nvidia's lead.
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