Hamas to Release Israeli-U.S. Teen Hostage for Ceasefire Push
Hamas will free 18-year-old Israeli-U.S. hostage Edan Alexander within 48 hours, aiming to secure a ceasefire, reopen crossings for aid, and restart stalled negotiations in Gaza.
May 2025
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Homegrown Chips Power Quanzhou’s Walkie-Talkie Boom
Quanzhou’s walkie-talkie industry is experiencing a tech revival as domestically developed A8 chips boost output from 6M to 40M units, paving the way for digital manufacturing.
Iran’s Nuclear Talks in Oman Grow More Serious and Candid
Indirect talks in Muscat between Iran and the US are now more serious and frank, as Iran rejects demands to dismantle its nuclear infrastructure while seeking to revive the 2015 deal.
Netanyahu Backs Safe Corridor for Hostage Release, Not Ceasefire
Israeli PM Netanyahu says Israel’s only commitment is a safe corridor for the release of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, rejecting a general ceasefire with Hamas.
After Geneva Talks, U.S. Must Make Its Words Count
After two days of US-China talks in Geneva, both sides agreed on a new economic consultation mechanism. Experts say the U.S. must turn its words into action to stabilize global supply chains.
Chinese Delegation Addresses Press After Geneva US Trade Talks
After high-level US-China trade talks in Geneva, the Chinese delegation highlighted cooperation on open markets, green innovation, and supply chain resilience.
5.5-Magnitude Quake Strikes Southwest China’s Xizang Region
A magnitude-5.5 quake shook Lazi County in southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region at 5:11 a.m. Monday, with authorities monitoring potential damage and aftershocks.
Chinese Vice Premier Urges China-U.S. to Broaden Cooperation
Vice Premier He Lifeng urges China and the U.S. to expand cooperation following Jan 17 state-level consensus, aiming to boost economic ties and global growth.
U.S. Small Businesses Sound the Alarm on Tariffs
U.S. small business owners weigh the impact of recent tariffs on costs and supply chains as they navigate uncertainty, from Virginia loggers to artisan workshops.
Tariffs Slow L.A. Ports, Threaten Jobs
Since US tariffs hit imports, L.A. ports have seen a major slowdown, impacting thousands of jobs and hinting at higher consumer prices ahead.