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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
Trump Warns Communities Opposing AI Data Centers Risk Becoming ‘Backwards and Poor’
President Trump warned US communities rejecting AI data centers risk becoming 'backwards and poor,' as local resistance grows ahead of November's midterms.Trump Says Exxon Entering Venezuela as US Claims 65 Billion Barrels
Trump said Friday the US secured majority control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan reserves and that Exxon would return, though gas prices are unlikelyPentagon Gets 35% Stake in Venezuela Oil Firm Under $100 Billion Deal
The White House confirmed a Venezuela oil deal granting the Pentagon a 35% stake and NABEP 100-year concessions over 17 fields holding 65 billion barrels.Trump Vows to Hit Iran ‘Hard’ After Strikes on US Bases in Jordan
Trump pledged to respond forcefully after Iran struck two US bases in Jordan, as a tanker attack in the Strait of Hormuz raised escalation fears.US Reopens Talks With Russia’s Siluanov at G20, Angering Europe
Treasury chief Scott Bessent met Russia's Anton Siluanov at G20 talks, telling Moscow no sanctions relief until the Ukraine war ends. Europe objected.
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Bessent Urges Japan to Hike Rates and Strengthen Yen
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on Japan to raise interest rates and steady its finances, pointing to a possible Bank of Japan hike in SeptemberShein Shares Plunge Up to 28% in Grey Market Before Hong Kong Debut
Shein shares fell as much as 28% in the grey market a day before its Hong Kong listing, deepening doubts over the fast-fashion giant's cut valuation.Shein Shares Drop 8% in Hong Kong Trading Debut After Multi-Year Wait
Shein began trading in Hong Kong on Tuesday, opening flat before falling about 8%, giving the first market read after years of listing delays.Moody’s Affirms Aon Rating but Cuts Outlook on $17B USI Deal
Moody's affirmed Aon's credit rating but revised its outlook, tying the change to the broker's roughly $17 billion acquisition of USI Insurance Services.FTC and 22 States Sue Amazon Over Inflated Ad Auction Prices
The FTC and 22 states sued Amazon on Monday, alleging it overcharged 1.2 million advertisers by inflating online ad auction prices.
- 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
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."Jessica Chastain Confirms ‘The Savant’ to Premiere on Apple TV This Summer After Postponement
Jessica Chastain confirms her political thriller series 'The Savant' will finally premiere on Apple TV this summer after its 2025 postponement.Olivia Rodrigo Drops New Single ‘Drop Dead’ and Makes Surprise Coachella Appearance
Olivia Rodrigo releases her new single 'Drop Dead' and performs it live at Coachella, signaling a new romantic direction for her upcoming album.
- 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
Callaway Ends Good Good Golf Partnership After Ad Shows Man Shoving Woman
Callaway ended its Good Good Golf sponsorship after a video showing a man shoving a woman, as retailers pulled gear and the PGA Tour dropped it as title sp49ers Owner Jed York Pleads No Contest to Two Charges in Ohio
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York pleaded no contest Monday to two misdemeanor charges in East Palestine, Ohio, and was fined $1,150.ESPN Co-Founder Bill Rasmussen Dies at 93 From Parkinson’s
Bill Rasmussen, who co-founded ESPN in 1979 and launched round-the-clock sports television, has died at 93 from the effects of Parkinson's disease.Tommy John, Pitcher Who Gave His Name to Elbow Surgery, Dies at 83
Tommy John, the pitcher who won 288 games and became the first to return from the elbow reconstruction now named after him, has died at 83.Bezos-Backed Consortium Buys Liverpool Stake in $6 Billion Deal
A consortium including Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin has agreed to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, valuing the Premier League club at around $6 billion
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Bessent Urges Japan to Hike Rates and Strengthen Yen
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on Japan to raise interest rates and steady its finances, pointing to a possible Bank of Japan hike in September
Shein Shares Plunge Up to 28% in Grey Market Before Hong Kong Debut
Shein shares fell as much as 28% in the grey market a day before its Hong Kong listing, deepening doubts over the fast-fashion giant's cut valuation.
Shein Shares Drop 8% in Hong Kong Trading Debut After Multi-Year Wait
Shein began trading in Hong Kong on Tuesday, opening flat before falling about 8%, giving the first market read after years of listing delays.
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