Brake Failure Leads to Deadly Bus Crash in West Sumatra
A deadly bus crash in Padang Panjang city, West Sumatra, claimed 12 lives and injured 5 when brake failure caused the bus to overturn.
May 2025
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China, EU Lift All Restrictions on Legislative Exchanges
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Chinese Mainland’s May Day Holiday Sparks Travel Boom
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Europe and the Chinese mainland Mark 50 Years of Diplomatic Ties
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