Arab League condemns South Kordofan drone strike as war crime
On December 8, 2025, the Arab League condemned the deadly drone strike in Kalogi city, South Kordofan, calling it a war crime after at least 114 civilians were killed.
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Xi Jinping Chairs CPC Meeting on 2026 Economy and Law-Based Governance
On December 8, 2025, the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee met to shape China’s 2026 economic work and review regulations strengthening law-based governance.
Lando Norris Clinches Maiden F1 World Title in Abu Dhabi
Lando Norris made history at Yas Marina, clinching his first Formula One world title by two points and ending Max Verstappen’s four-year reign.
Japan’s Triple Economic Crunch Under Takaichi: Inflation, Debt & Stagnation
Japan’s economy faces a triple crisis of inflation, debt, and stagnant growth under PM Takaichi, as stimulus measures, market turbulence, and frayed ties with the Chinese mainland weigh on recovery.
Two Red Cards Cost Real Madrid in 2-0 Bernabeu Defeat
Real Madrid lost 2-0 to Celta Vigo at the Bernabeu, finished with nine men after two red cards, and now sit four points behind Barcelona in La Liga.
UN Chief Condemns Attempted Coup in Benin as Armed Forces Foil Mutiny
UN chief Antonio Guterres condemns an attempted coup in Benin after armed forces foiled a mutiny, urging respect for the rule of law and the constitution.
German & Russian Filmmakers Highlight Cinema’s Universality at HIIFF 2025
At HIIFF 2025 in the Chinese mainland, German director Julian Radlmaier and Russian producer Kirill Krasovski highlighted cinema’s universal language and teased future cross-border collaborations.
Li Yuehong Retains 25m Rapid-Fire Pistol Gold at ISSF World Cup Doha
Li Yuehong defended his 25m rapid-fire pistol crown at the ISSF World Cup in Doha, leading the Chinese mainland squad to gold amid a revamped finals format.
Three-peat Glory: China Dominates ITTF Mixed Team World Cup in Chengdu
China clinched a third straight ITTF Mixed Team World Cup in Chengdu with an 8-1 win over Japan, showcasing their table tennis dominance.
China’s Trade Up 3.6% in Jan-Nov 2025
China’s goods trade rose 3.6% to 41.21 trillion yuan in Jan–Nov 2025, driven by a 6.2% export surge and Belt and Road ties.