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Amazon’s $200 Billion Spending Spree Sparks Investor Alarm, Stock Tumbles

Amazon's stock plummets after announcing a massive $200 billion spending plan for AI infrastructure, overshadowing solid quarterly results. Explore investor reactions and the company's strategic outlook.

Boeing Soars Past Earnings Expectations on Strong Sales Surge, But Stock Sees Mixed Reaction

Boeing's Q4 2025 earnings reveal a significant jump in sales and deliveries, exceeding expectations, but the stock's reaction remains mixed. Explore the key financial highlights and future outlook.

MicroStrategy Suffers Multi-Billion Dollar Quarterly Blow as Bitcoin Prices Tumble

MicroStrategy reports a massive $12.4 billion quarterly loss due to plummeting Bitcoin prices, impacting its stock and strategic outlook.

Events & Festivals

Beijing commercial space expo spotlights China’s fast-growing private aerospace sector

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.

El Al Faces Hefty Fine for Alleged Wartime Price Gouging During Gaza Conflict

El Al faces a potential $39 million fine from Israel's Competition Authority for alleged price gouging during the Gaza war, exploiting a near-monopoly on flights.

China Intensifies Medical Insurance Fraud Crackdown, Targeting Mental Health and Drug Over-Prescribing

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.

Team GB’s Olympic Skeleton Helmet Hopes Dashed After Appeal Fails

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.

Trump Reverses Stance, Publicly Endorses Nexstar’s $6.2 Billion Merger with Tegna

Former President Donald Trump reverses his stance, now publicly endorsing the $6.2 billion Nexstar-Tegna broadcast merger, citing a need for increased competition.

Shandan Great Buddha Temple Fire: A Historic Buddhist Site Endures Tragic Incident in Northwest China’s Gansu Province

The Shandan Great Buddha Temple, a cherished Buddhist site nestled in the heart of Shandan in Northwest China's Gansu Province, was sadly engulfed in...

Inclusive Artistry: Disabled Craftsmen Create Universiade Memorabilia

In the bustling city of Chengdu, capital of Southwest China's Sichuan Province, excitement is building in anticipation of the upcoming 31st International University Sports...

6th China Xinjiang International Dance Festival: A Global Celebration of Dance and Cultural Exchange

Embodying the spirit of global unity and the enchanting language of dance, the 6th China Xinjiang International Dance Festival kicked off in the vibrant...

The Global Phenomenon of White Parties: A Journey from Paris to Bali

In June 1988, a unique and spectacular tradition was born, a tradition that would eventually span the globe. The instigator was François Pasquier, who,...

The Legacy of Hemingway and the San Fermin Festival: Tradition Meets Modernity

Every July, the city of Pamplona in Northern Spain is immersed in a maelstrom of thrill, sweat, and exhilaration. The iconic San Fermin Festival,...

Singapore Hosts the Inaugural Shaolin Cultural Festival and 2nd Asian Shaolin Games

Singapore recently served as the vibrant stage for the inaugural Singapore Shaolin Cultural Festival and the 2nd Asian Shaolin Games, illuminating the city-state with...

INBAR and Philippine Embassy Join Forces for Bamboo Planting Initiative in Beijing

In a powerful symbol of international cooperation and a shared commitment towards environmental sustainability, the International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) and the...

Hong Kong Drum Festival: Reviving Spirit and Culture Post-Pandemic

The Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (HKCO) is reviving the Hong Kong Drum Festival this July, 20 years after its inception, with an expansive program...

Bridging Cultures: 2023 International Forum on Chinese Culture and its Foreign Communication

In a major push towards cultural exchange and understanding, Hebei University of Science and Technology (HEBUST) and the Shijiazhuang Western Returned Scholars Association organized...

President Xi Jinping Advocates Global Civilization Initiative

Chinese President Xi Jinping has forwarded a congratulatory letter to participants of the third Dialogue on Exchanges and Mutual Learning among Civilizations and the...

Multilingual Editions of “A Concise History of the Communist Party of China” Released

Beijing recently celebrated the 102nd anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC) by unveiling multilingual editions of "A Concise History...

Luxury Brands Look to China as Mainland Lifts COVID-19 Travel Curbs

As mainland China lifts all its COVID-19 travel restrictions, high-profile executives from the world’s most recognisable luxury brands, including LVMH's Bernard Arnault and Kering's...

Cultural Revival in China: Photography, Film, and Fitness Paving the Path for Development

In 2023, the province of Guangdong in South China is set to welcome back the celebrated Lianzhou International Photography Festival. The upcoming event is...

Beijing’s Danish Embassy Promotes Cycling Culture

On June 27th, an enriching Bicycle Riding Campaign was launched at the esteemed Royal Danish Embassy in Beijing. The event was graced with the...

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