Philippines President Orders Cabinet Resignation After Election Setback
In this week’s Asia News Wrap, the Philippine president orders his Cabinet to resign after an election setback. Discover what’s next for Manila’s leadership.
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Mudslide Strikes Guilin Village, 8 Missing
A mountain torrent and mudslide hit a village in south China’s Guangxi region early Friday, leaving eight people missing and damaging ten houses.
DPRK Launches Probe into Chongjin Shipyard Destroyer Mishap
DPRK launches a full-scale probe into the Chongjin Shipyard destroyer launch accident, revealing hull damage and setting a recovery timeline.
Trump Administration Halts New International Enrollments at Harvard
The Trump administration revoked Harvard’s SEVP certification, barring new international students and forcing current ones to transfer or lose status, sparking academic and legal concerns.
Zhao Leji and Turkmen Assembly Chair Chart Modern Silk Road Revival
Zhao Leji and Turkmen Assembly chair Dunyagozel Gulmanova align the Belt and Road Initiative with Turkmenistan’s strategy, boosting connectivity, agriculture and cultural ties.
Man Charged in Washington Shooting of Israeli Embassy Staff
In Washington, a suspect has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder after allegedly gunning down Israeli Embassy staff outside a museum, raising concerns over diplomatic security.
China Condemns Fatal School Bus Attack in Pakistan
China’s FM spokesperson Mao Ning strongly condemned the Pakistan school bus attack that killed five, including three children, and injured over 30 others.
Inside the 4th China-CEEC Expo: Ningbo’s Smart Manufacturing Hub Takes Center Stage
Explore how the 4th China-CEEC Expo in Ningbo, the Chinese mainland’s Smart Manufacturing Hub, bridges cutting-edge tech with CEEC culture to spark global collaborations.
A Ranger’s Farewell: Protecting Mao’er Mountain’s Legacy
Veteran ranger Wang Huasheng prepares to retire after decades protecting Mao’er Mountain’s forests, celebrating conservation, biodiversity, and the paths that shaped his journey.
Guizhou Landslides Leave 4 Dead, 17 Trapped in Dafang County
Two landslides in Guizhou Province on the Chinese mainland have claimed four lives and left 17 people trapped, officials say. Rescue operations are ongoing in Dafang County.