Shutdown Fallout: 4,108 Federal Employees Fired Since October 1
Amid the U.S. government shutdown, 4,108 federal workers have been dismissed, disrupting services and sparking legal challenges.
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Tens of Thousands of Kaiser Permanente Workers Launch West Coast Strike
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers strike across the U.S. West Coast for safe staffing, fair wages and stronger patient care protections.
Chinese Mainland Core CPI Accelerates to 1.0% in September: NBS
Core CPI on the Chinese mainland rose 1.0% year-on-year in September for the fifth month in a row, while headline CPI edged up 0.1% m/m and PPI held flat.
Dunhuang: Where Sand Speaks and Cities Converse
Discover how Dunhuang’s desert city, from the Mogao Grottoes to the Mingsha dunes, connects global leaders and civilizations through shared stories, beyond ancient trade routes.
Global Youth Applaud Xi’s Vision for Women’s Development
Youth from Mexico and Malawi applaud Xi Jinping’s call at the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women, highlighting China’s commitment to gender equality and inspiring global action.
Six Words That Define the Chinese Mainland’s Economic Future
As the Chinese mainland wraps up its 14th Five-Year Plan, senior fellow Zhou Mi teases six words distilling the economy’s direction in 2025 and beyond.
Kuliang Hill: US-China Youth Unite in 2025 Choir Festival
Kuliang hill in Fuzhou has connected the Chinese mainland and the United States since the 1880s. In July 2025, over 1,000 young singers from nearly 30 choirs gather to sing for peace.
Australia & NZ Simplify Dual Trips for Chinese Travelers
Starting November 3, Chinese passport holders with valid Australian visas can visit New Zealand visa-free for up to 3 months, simplifying dual trips and boosting tourism post-APEC.
Empowering Women in the AI Era: A Call for Inclusive Digital Leadership
AI and data innovations are reshaping our world. Global leaders emphasize empowering women in policy, tech and entrepreneurship for an inclusive digital future.
Father-Son Team Chronicles Snow Leopard Revival in Xinjiang
Father-and-son photographers and local conservationists in the Chinese mainland’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region use infrared cameras and grassland restoration to help snow leopards thrive.