COVID-19 source still unknown, says WHO panel

COVID-19 source still unknown, says WHO panel

]LONDON, U.K.: A World Health Organization (WHO) expert group investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic released its final...

DeepSeek faces app store ban in Germany over data transfer fears

DeepSeek faces app store ban in Germany over data transfer fears

FRANKFURT, Germany: Germany has become the latest country to challenge Chinese AI firm DeepSeek over its data practices, as pressure...

Western Sydney raid results in seizure of $25 Million in drugs

Western Sydney raid results in seizure of $25 Million in drugs

SYDNEY, NSW, Australia - , Australian Federal Police (AFP) have shut down a secret drug lab in Sydney's west and seized more than 100kg...

China: Building a 'Patriots Only' Hong Kong

China: Building a 'Patriots Only' Hong Kong

(New York) - China's government has erased Hong Kong's freedoms since imposing the draconian National Security Law on June 30, 2020,...

Economic Watch: U.S. ramps up trade pressure on multiple fronts as 90-day tariff deadline approaches

Economic Watch: U.S. ramps up trade pressure on multiple fronts as 90-day tariff deadline approaches

The United States is scrambling to wind up trade talks with a large number of trading partners as the self-imposed deadline of July...

CHINA-SHANGHAI-CPC-104TH FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY-MEMORIAL (CN)

CHINA-SHANGHAI-CPC-104TH FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY-MEMORIAL (CN)

(250701) -- SHANGHAI, July 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- A woman poses for a photo at the site of the first National Congress of the Communist...

#CHINA-SUMMER TRAVEL SEASON-NEW TRAIN SCHEDULE (CN)

#CHINA-SUMMER TRAVEL SEASON-NEW TRAIN SCHEDULE (CN)

(250701) -- BEIJING, July 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Passengers check in at Huzhou Railway Station in Huzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province,...

CHINA-SUMMER TRAVEL SEASON-NEW TRAIN SCHEDULE (CN)

CHINA-SUMMER TRAVEL SEASON-NEW TRAIN SCHEDULE (CN)

(250701) -- BEIJING, July 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Passengers check in at Xuzhou East Railway Station in Xuzhou City, east China's Jiangsu...

China sends warships beyond second island chain for the first time into Western Pacific

China sends warships beyond second island chain for the first time into Western Pacific

Taipei [Taiwan], July 1 (ANI): For the first time, two of China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft carriers, the Liaoning and...

China meddled in Taiwan's elections through united front proxies, court finds

China meddled in Taiwan's elections through united front proxies, court finds

Taipei [Taiwan], July 1 (ANI): Three individuals in Taiwan have been sentenced to prison for accepting funds from Beijing to carry...

Unlawful CCP activities "will not intimidate me": Taiwan VP vows to keep fighting for freedom

Unlawful CCP activities "will not intimidate me": Taiwan VP vows to keep fighting for freedom

Taipei [Taiwan], July 1 (ANI): Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim announced on Saturday that she will not be intimidated by the...

Orlando Bloom shares cryptic post about 'new beginnings' after Katy Perry split

Orlando Bloom shares cryptic post about 'new beginnings' after Katy Perry split

Washington [US], July 1 (ANI): Actor Orlando Bloom has shared a series of cryptic messages on his Instagram stories, hinting at a new...

Interview: CPC's wisdom in building modern socialist country beacon for others -- Belarusian party leader

Interview: CPC's wisdom in building modern socialist country beacon for others -- Belarusian party leader

The party focuses on improving the well-being of the Chinese people, and has made tremendous achievements. MINSK, July 1 (Xinhua)...

Russia eyes Africa as major coal export market

Russia eyes Africa as major coal export market

The continent could become one of the top three destinations for the resources, a Russian Energy Ministry official has said ...

China's Gen Z farmers embrace smart agriculture

China's Gen Z farmers embrace smart agriculture

TAIYUAN, July 1 (Xinhua) -- From AI-powered data platforms to drones flying across the skies, Generation Z farmers in China are embracing...

Chilean Prunes: A Naturally Sweet Boost to Gut Health

Chilean Prunes: A Naturally Sweet Boost to Gut Health

HT Syndication New Delhi [India], July 1: Packed with flavour and bursting with health benefits. At just 100 calories per serving...

China continues to persecute its Uyghur populace

China continues to persecute its Uyghur populace

Hong Kong, July 1 (ANI): China's harsh treatment of ethnic minorities, such as Muslim Uyghurs in the northwest province of Xinjiang,...

Labubu and beyond -- Decoding the rise of China's "IP economy"

Labubu and beyond -- Decoding the rise of China's "IP economy"

BEIJING, July 1 (Xinhua) -- Until this year, few could have anticipated that a quirky, toothy plush doll would capture the hearts of...

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-DEEP-SPACE EXPLORATION (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-DEEP-SPACE EXPLORATION (CN)

(250701) -- HEFEI, July 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This undated file photo shows a view of the Deep Space Exploration Laboratory in Hefei,...

U.S. companies leverage China's market, supply chain, innovation boom

U.S. companies leverage China's market, supply chain, innovation boom

TIANJIN, July 1 (Xinhua) -- As a barometer of global economic shifts and industrial transformation, the 2025 Summer Davos Forum held...

Update: China imposes sanctions on former Philippine senator Francis Tolentino: spokesperson

Update: China imposes sanctions on former Philippine senator Francis Tolentino: spokesperson

BEIJING, July 1 (Xinhua) -- China decided to impose sanctions on former Philippine senator Francis Tolentino for his egregious conduct...

Interview: Bolivia values brotherhood with China, says FM

Interview: Bolivia values brotherhood with China, says FM

Both Bolivia and China share a firm commitment to defending multilateralism and upholding the vision of the Global South, Bolivian...

India to remain fastest growing economy in 2025 & 2026, while global growth to decline: Morgan Stanley

India to remain fastest growing economy in 2025 & 2026, while global growth to decline: Morgan Stanley

New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): India is expected to remain the fastest-growing economy among all the countries covered by global...

FM Sitharaman highlights India's reforms, investment opportunities in her address at FFD4 Summit in Spain

FM Sitharaman highlights India's reforms, investment opportunities in her address at FFD4 Summit in Spain

Seville [Spain], July 1 (ANI): Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman, currently on an official visit...

(EyesonSci) CHINA-TIANWEN-2 PROBE-EARTH-MOON-IMAGES (CN)

(EyesonSci) CHINA-TIANWEN-2 PROBE-EARTH-MOON-IMAGES (CN)

(250701) -- BEIJING, July 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This image released by the China National Space Administration (CNSA) shows a view of...

China completes barrier belt to prevent eastward expansion of its fourth-largest desert

China completes barrier belt to prevent eastward expansion of its fourth-largest desert

YINCHUAN, July 1 (Xinhua) -- China on Monday reached a major milestone in desertification control by completing a barrier belt along...

From toys to milk tea, Chinese brands widen market share in Malaysia

From toys to milk tea, Chinese brands widen market share in Malaysia

Chinese brands like Mixue, CHAGEE, Luckin Coffee, and Pop Mart -- known for its blind box collectibles -- are captivating global markets,...

(SP)BRITAIN-LONDON-TENNIS-WIMBLEDON-WOMEN'S SINGLES

(SP)BRITAIN-LONDON-TENNIS-WIMBLEDON-WOMEN'S SINGLES

(250701) -- LONDON, July 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Shuai hits a return during the women's singles first round match between Zhang Shuai...

China shares new development opportunities with South Asian nations: Sri Lankan official

China shares new development opportunities with South Asian nations: Sri Lankan official

COLOMBO, July 1 (Xinhua) -- China is sharing new development opportunities with South Asian countries and is committed to achieving...

QUAD Ministerial to reaffirm shared commitment to free, open Indo-Pacific, says State Dept Spox

QUAD Ministerial to reaffirm shared commitment to free, open Indo-Pacific, says State Dept Spox

Washington DC [US], July 1 (ANI): The upcoming QUAD Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Washington DC will reaffirm the shared commitment...

President has very good relationship with PM Modi: White House on India's importance in Indo-Pacific

President has very good relationship with PM Modi: White House on India's importance in Indo-Pacific

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC [US], July 1 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised India's role as a strategic...

President has very good relationship with PM Modi: White House on India's importance in Asia-Pacific

President has very good relationship with PM Modi: White House on India's importance in Asia-Pacific

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC [US], July 1 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised India's role as a strategic...

"Will hear from President and his trade team soon when it comes to India": White House spokesperson

"Will hear from President and his trade team soon when it comes to India": White House spokesperson

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC [US], July 1 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday (US local time) confirmed...

UAE supplies 40.8 pc of Japan's oil imports in May

UAE supplies 40.8 pc of Japan's oil imports in May

Tokyo [Japan], June 30 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates was Japan's top crude oil supplier in May 2025, providing Tokyo with 30.42...

QUAD nations launch 'QUAD at Sea Ship Observer Mission', deepening maritime cooperation in Indo-Pacific

QUAD nations launch 'QUAD at Sea Ship Observer Mission', deepening maritime cooperation in Indo-Pacific

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): In a landmark step towards deepening maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, the Coast Guards of...

Trump's worldview is causing a global shift of alliances - what does this mean for nations in the middle?

Trump's worldview is causing a global shift of alliances - what does this mean for nations in the middle?

Since US President Donald Trump took office this year, one theme has come up time and again: his rule is a threat to the US-led international...

Trump's Shifting Stance On Iran Talks Sows Confusion In Tehran

Trump's Shifting Stance On Iran Talks Sows Confusion In Tehran

US President Donald Trump said he is not speaking to Iran, a sharp reversal from last week when he announced that talks with Tehran...

Japan: ISA to host the second edition of the International Solar Festival in Osaka

Japan: ISA to host the second edition of the International Solar Festival in Osaka

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The International Solar Alliance (ISA) will host the next editions of its flagship initiatives--the...

S&P Global warns geopolitical tensions may hit global oil demand

S&P Global warns geopolitical tensions may hit global oil demand

New Delhi [India], June 30 (ANI): The latest report by S&P Global highlights that geopolitical tensions and shifting trade policies...

Steve Smith defends Australia's batting coach after Healy's performance "regressed" remark in Tests

Steve Smith defends Australia's batting coach after Healy's performance "regressed" remark in Tests

Bridgetown [Barbados], June 30 (ANI): Australia's talismanic batter Steve Smith has come out in defence of batting coach Michael Di...

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