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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.Luxury Hong Kong Project Sells Out First Phase Amid Strong Demand
New World Development's Pavilia Farm III luxury project in Hong Kong sells out its first phase of 88 flats for HK$950 million in a single day, despite prior rebuilding costs.China’s Top Diplomat in Pyongyang: Wang Yi Strengthens Ties with North Korea Amid Shifting Geopolitics
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits North Korea to strengthen ties, marking his first trip since 2019 amid shifting regional geopolitics and potential US-North Korea diplomatic developments.
- World
Senate Approves Stopgap Funding Bill to Avert Shutdown Ahead of Election
The U.S. Senate approved a short-term funding bill in a 90-6 vote, extending federal spending into December and averting a shutdown before the election.Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as US Attorney General in Narrow Overnight Vote
The US Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 overnight vote, placing Trump's former personal lawyer atop the Justice Department.Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks BBC Access to Trump’s Business Records in Libel Case
A federal judge has temporarily halted an order requiring Trump to hand over financial records to the BBC in a $10 billion libel lawsuit over a 2024 documeAppeals Court Halts Trump’s $400 Million White House Ballroom Over Congressional Approval
A federal appeals court ordered the Trump administration to halt its $400 million White House ballroom, ruling it requires congressional approval.Trump Administration Renews Push to Remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook Over Mortgage Claims
The Trump administration has revived its push to remove Fed governor Lisa Cook over mortgage claims, giving her until August 26 to respond.
- Business
Diageo Pursues Streamlined Strategy Under New CEO as India Flags Whisky Labelling Concerns
Diageo pursues a streamlined strategy under new CEO Dave Lewis while Indian regulators flag a potentially misleading whisky maturation claim.U.S. Payrolls Expected to Rise by 80,000 as Markets Weigh Fed’s Next Move
U.S. payrolls are expected to grow by 80,000 with unemployment holding steady, a report that could shape Federal Reserve rate expectations.US Lawmaker Pushes for ‘AI Kill Switch’ Bill After Rogue Agent Security Breaches
A US congressman is urging Congress to pass an 'AI Kill Switch' bill this year after AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta breached outside systems inUnitree Prices Shanghai IPO at $9.04 Billion Valuation as DeepSeek Takes Stake
Robotics firm Unitree priced its Shanghai IPO at a $9.04 billion valuation, with AI developer DeepSeek investing $20.8 million in the listing.Ford Unveils Fathom Electric Pickup Starting at $28,000 on New EV Platform
Ford has unveiled the Fathom electric pickup starting at about $28,000, the first vehicle built on its new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.
- 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
‘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.Justin Bieber’s SKYLRK Brand Shatters Coachella 2026 Merch Sales Records
Justin Bieber's SKYLRK brand achieved unprecedented sales figures at Coachella 2026, breaking previous records and highlighting the power of artist-driven merchandise.
- 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
ChatGPT said: Las Vegas is launching a new campaign, “Welcome...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
LIV Golf Secures New Lead Investor as League Charts Post-Saudi Future
LIV Golf has secured a new lead investor to operate without Saudi funding while giving players equity, CEO Scott O'Neil announced, with a September close tLarry Berg Named Next MLS Commissioner, Succeeding Don Garber in 2027
LAFC co-owner Larry Berg will become the next MLS commissioner, succeeding Don Garber, as the league eyes momentum from the 2026 World Cup.UEFA Members Vote to Boycott Future World Cups Over FIFA Stake Sale Plans
UEFA's 55 member associations have voted to boycott future World Cups if FIFA proceeds with plans to sell a stake in the tournament to investors.FIFA Executive Alleges Staff Were Deceived Over Infantino’s World Cup Sale Plan
FIFA COO Kevin Lamour alleges staff were misled over Infantino's abandoned plan to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial operations.UEFA Declares Loss of Confidence in Infantino, Deepening FIFA Leadership Crisis
UEFA has formally declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino after his abandoned plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
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Diageo Pursues Streamlined Strategy Under New CEO as India Flags Whisky Labelling Concerns
Diageo pursues a streamlined strategy under new CEO Dave Lewis while Indian regulators flag a potentially misleading whisky maturation claim.
U.S. Payrolls Expected to Rise by 80,000 as Markets Weigh Fed’s Next Move
U.S. payrolls are expected to grow by 80,000 with unemployment holding steady, a report that could shape Federal Reserve rate expectations.
US Lawmaker Pushes for ‘AI Kill Switch’ Bill After Rogue Agent Security Breaches
A US congressman is urging Congress to pass an 'AI Kill Switch' bill this year after AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta breached outside systems in
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