Netanyahu Offers Talks on Permanent Gaza Ceasefire
In Washington, Israeli PM Netanyahu said Israel is ready to negotiate a permanent Gaza ceasefire during a proposed 60-day truce, provided Hamas disarms and Gaza is demilitarized.
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Why Western Readers Are Drawn to Chinese Culture
Icelandic Sinologist Ragnar Baldursson argues that Chinese culture’s ‘alienness’ captivates Western readers, as seen in his Analects and Tao Te Ching translations.
Pure N Heart’s Domenique Branch Finds a Home Away From Home on the Chinese mainland
Pure N Heart’s lead soprano Domenique Branch shares how her first visit to the Chinese mainland during the 2025 China-U.S. Youth Choir Festival felt like finding a home away from home.
Trump Taps Emergency Authority to Send $300M in Weapons to Ukraine
President Trump will use emergency drawdown authority to send $300M worth of defensive and offensive weapons to Ukraine, highlighting shifts in U.S. policy.
Beijing Hosts Global Civilizations Dialogue to Safeguard Cultural Diversity
Leaders and delegates from over 140 countries and regions convene in Beijing for the Ministerial Meeting of the Global Civilizations Dialogue to promote cultural diversity, peace, and development.
Diaries of Taiwan Youth: Hand Show High Bakery Empowers Disabled Workers in Greater Bay Area
Hand Show High Bakery, featured in “Diaries of Taiwan Youth”, empowers people with disabilities in the southern Greater Bay Area through inclusive jobs and community support.
China curbs EU medical device imports in government procurement
China bars EU medical device imports in govt procurement above 45M yuan, capping value at 50% and striking back at EU trade barriers.
Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang Meets Paulson to Boost Sino-U.S. Cooperation
In Beijing, Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang sat down with former U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson to discuss deepening cooperation based on mutual respect, aiming for stable Sino-U.S. ties.
Trump to Impose 35% Tariffs on Canada from August 1
Trump announces 35% tariffs on Canada imports from August 1 and 15–20% levies on most other partners, igniting a fresh wave in the global trade war.
160 Missing as Texas Reels from July 4 Flash Floods
Texas communities are still recovering from July 4 flash floods as search and rescue teams work to find 160 missing people and support displaced residents.