Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo arrived in Beijing for a four-day official visit with a major business delegation, aiming to strengthen Finland-China trade ties and expand cooperation in key industries.
China is investigating top general Zhang Youxia for “serious violations” as reports allege corruption and a suspected leak of nuclear secrets to the US, escalating the latest PLA purge.
China has opened an investigation into top military leaders Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, deepening a sweeping PLA purge as Beijing tightens discipline and reshapes senior command.
China fulfills its 12 million ton soybean purchase pledge to the U.S. amidst trade tensions and policy uncertainty, offering farmers temporary relief but raising questions about future commitments.
China's anti-corruption campaign has punished nearly one million officials in 2025, with President Xi Jinping calling for continued intensified efforts to root out graft and consolidate power.
The US announced a multi-day aerial readiness exercise across the Middle East to test rapid deployment and sustained combat airpower as tensions with Iran remain elevated.
South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 20 months in prison after a court found she accepted luxury gifts as bribes tied to the Unification Church, while other major allegations were dismissed for lack of evidence.
The EU and India finalized a landmark free trade agreement aimed at cutting tariffs on most goods, easing access for services and investment, and reshaping trade ties across a combined market of about 2 billion people.
Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK and Ireland, triggering flooding, rescues, school closures, flight and ferry cancellations, and widespread power outages.
Amazon confirmed about 16,000 corporate job cuts after an internal “Project Dawn” layoff message was sent accidentally, extending a broader push to reduce layers, boost efficiency and expand AI-driven automation.
UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 as it reduces Amazon delivery volume, even as the company beat earnings estimates and forecast higher revenue for the year.
Wall Street lifted the S&P 500 to a record and closer to 7,000 as earnings rolled in and the Fed meeting began, while the Dow slipped after health insurers sank on Medicare Advantage news.
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.
USA Rare Earth shares jumped after the US backed a $1.6 billion funding package to build a Texas mine and US magnet facility, boosting Washington’s push to reduce dependence on China.
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.
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.
Naomi Osaka makes a stylish return to the Australian Open with a unique outfit, secures a win, and navigates a tense post-match handshake with Sorana Cirstea.
Amazon confirmed about 16,000 corporate job cuts after an internal “Project Dawn” layoff message was sent accidentally, extending a broader push to reduce layers, boost efficiency and expand AI-driven automation.
UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 as it reduces Amazon delivery volume, even as the company beat earnings estimates and forecast higher revenue for the year.
Wall Street lifted the S&P 500 to a record and closer to 7,000 as earnings rolled in and the Fed meeting began, while the Dow slipped after health insurers sank on Medicare Advantage news.
China's music industry is experiencing robust growth, with a significant increase in overall revenue and notable expansion across various sectors. The market's resilience and strategic development highlight its growing...
Amazon confirmed about 16,000 corporate job cuts after an internal “Project Dawn” layoff message was sent accidentally, extending a broader push to reduce layers, boost efficiency and expand AI-driven automation.
South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 20 months in prison after a court found she accepted luxury gifts as bribes tied to the Unification Church, while other major allegations were dismissed for lack of evidence.
UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 as it reduces Amazon delivery volume, even as the company beat earnings estimates and forecast higher revenue for the year.
The EU and India finalized a landmark free trade agreement aimed at cutting tariffs on most goods, easing access for services and investment, and reshaping trade ties across a combined market of about 2 billion people.
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Clockenflap, Hong Kong's premier music and arts festival, is gearing up for its second round of celebrations in 2023, following a triumphant return earlier...
Marking the 150th anniversary of the birth of Arnold Schoenberg, the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Shenzhen, recently hosted a unique international conference...
