China Launches First Space-to-Sea Glacier Survey in Xizang
China’s first space-to-sea glacier survey in Xizang uses airborne radar and Gaofen satellites to map melting patterns and inform climate research.
May 2025
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Europe Marks 80th WWII Victory with Calls for Peace and Unity
European leaders and citizens across the continent commemorated the 80th anniversary of VE Day with ceremonies, parades, and calls for peace and unity.
Denmark Summons U.S. Envoy Over Alleged Greenland Espionage
Denmark summons U.S. envoy over alleged Greenland espionage after a WSJ report, prompting stern rebukes from Danish and Greenland officials.
Chinese Scientists Unveil 1 km-Resolution Global Ocean Model
A team from the Chinese mainland has developed a global ocean circulation model with 1 km resolution, revealing new insights into heat absorption and carbon sinks.
Historic UK-U.S. Tariff Deal Draws Mixed Reactions
UK and U.S. strike a landmark tariff deal eliminating duties on steel, cutting car tariffs, and opening beef quotas. PM Starmer hails it as ‘historic’ amid mixed reactions.
UN Hopes China-U.S. Talks in Switzerland Will Normalize Trade Ties
The UN hopes upcoming China-U.S. talks in Switzerland will normalize trade ties and avert a costly trade war, deputy spokesperson Farhan Haq says.
Singapore’s Ruling Party Wins 14th Consecutive Election
Singapore’s ruling party clinches its 14th successive election victory, underscoring stability and continuity in the city-state’s political landscape.
China and Russia Urge Nuclear Powers to Ditch Cold War Mentality
China and Russia call on nuclear-weapon states to abandon Cold War mindsets, urging dialogue, trust and restraint to prevent dangerous arms races.
U.S. Announces Major Air Traffic Control Overhaul to Boost Safety
On May 8, the U.S. government announced a radical overhaul of its aging air traffic control system to tackle safety concerns and chronic understaffing.
New Brazil–Paraguay Bridge Poised to Revamp Atlantic–Pacific Trade
A new bridge linking Brazil and Paraguay nears completion as part of the Bi-Oceanic Corridor, promising to streamline Atlantic–Pacific trade flows.