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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 aid
  
  Typhoon 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.
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  Russia Hits Kyiv Petrol Stations With Jet-Powered Drones, Killing Two
  
  Russia struck Kyiv petrol stations with jet-powered drones on Friday, killing at least two and injuring six, the city's mayor said.
  
  Philippine Ferry Fire Kills 5, Leaves More Than 80 Missing En Route to Palawan
  
  A fire aboard a Manila-to-Palawan ferry killed at least five people and left more than 80 missing, Philippine officials said Friday.
  
  Putin Lands in Delhi for BRICS Summit Overshadowed by Iran and Ukraine Wars
  
  Putin and Xi joined Modi in New Delhi on Friday for a BRICS summit shaped by the Ukraine and Middle East wars, as security measures angered residents.
  
  diGenova Resigns From DOJ Inquiry Into Alleged Conspiracy Against Trump
  
  Joe diGenova has resigned from leading a Justice Department inquiry into an alleged conspiracy against President Trump, he confirmed on Thursday.
  
  Dutch Tourist Coach Crash Kills Several in Swiss Alps
  
  A coach carrying 48 Dutch tourists overturned near Susch and Zernez in eastern Switzerland on Thursday, killing several people, police said.
Business
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  Micron Offers Taiwan Staff Up to 68 Months’ Pay as Strike Looms
  
  Micron told employees on September 11 its Taiwan workers could receive up to 68 months of pay, its largest-ever reward, as a strike threat loomed.
  
  Oil Falls Below $100 as U.S. Diesel Hits Fresh $6 Record
  
  U.S. crude slipped below $100 a barrel on Friday after weekly gains, while diesel passed $6 for the first time, setting a fresh record.
  
  US Diesel Hits Record $6.06 a Gallon as Iran War Squeezes Supply
  
  U.S. diesel prices reached a record $6.06 per gallon on September 11 as the Iran and Ukraine wars tightened fuel supply and raised transport costs.
  
  Oracle Jumps 6% After 30% Revenue Growth on AI Cloud Demand
  
  Oracle shares rose about 6% after reporting 30% revenue growth, with cloud infrastructure revenue up 121% on AI demand.
  
  Anthropic Accuses DeepSeek, Moonshot of Secretly Routing Users to Claude
  
  Anthropic said on Thursday that DeepSeek and Moonshot AI covertly routed user requests to its Claude models and used Claude data to train rival systems.
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  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...
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  Israeli Filmmakers’ Gaza Documentary Wins 25-Minute Ovation at Venice
  
  NAZA, a documentary on Israel's AI-powered targeting in Gaza by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, drew a record 25-minute ovation at Venice on Thursday.
  
  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.'
Travel
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  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 mill
  
  NBA 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 ca
  
  Stan 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.
Top Lists

Micron Offers Taiwan Staff Up to 68 Months’ Pay as Strike Looms

Micron told employees on September 11 its Taiwan workers could receive up to 68 months of pay, its largest-ever reward, as a strike threat loomed.

Oil Falls Below $100 as U.S. Diesel Hits Fresh $6 Record

U.S. crude slipped below $100 a barrel on Friday after weekly gains, while diesel passed $6 for the first time, setting a fresh record.

US Diesel Hits Record $6.06 a Gallon as Iran War Squeezes Supply

U.S. diesel prices reached a record $6.06 per gallon on September 11 as the Iran and Ukraine wars tightened fuel supply and raised transport costs.

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Lynn Hatem covers world news, culture, and lifestyle for Beijing Times, following the stories and trends shaping contemporary life around the globe.

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