Inside Hagia Sophia’s Largest Renovation in 1,500 Years
Istanbul’s 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia embarks on its largest renovation to boost seismic resilience while preserving its historic Byzantine roots.
2025
China Condemns U.S. Measures on Maritime, Logistics & Shipbuilding
China condemns U.S. probe into its maritime, logistics and shipbuilding sectors, warning that the measures threaten global supply chain stability and raise costs.
Spectacular Skies: 42nd Weifang Kite Festival Takes Flight
The 42nd Weifang International Kite Festival in Shandong Province in the Chinese mainland launched with over 10,000 participants and 56 events, showcasing innovative designs and cultural heritage.
Tiangong Ultra Wins World’s First Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon in Beijing
In the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing, Tiangong Ultra from the Chinese mainland finished the 21.1km course in 2h40m42s.
Magnitude 5.2 Quake Strikes Central Peru at 116Â km Depth
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake hit central Peru at a depth of 116 km on Saturday, according to the EMSC, highlighting the region’s seismic risk.
Russia Reports 10 Energy Facility Strikes in 24 Hours
Russia says Ukraine struck its energy facilities ten times in the past day, with no immediate response from Kyiv as questions arise over infrastructure security.
Kindergarten Math? US Trade Deficit Meets Tariff Formula
A deep dive into the Trump administration’s ‘reciprocal’ tariff math, where matching 2+2 equals charging your neighbor rent because their lawn is greener.
Xi’s Southeast Asia Moment: A New All-Weather China-Cambodia Partnership
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s April visit to Cambodia kickstarts an all-weather China-Cambodia community with 30+ cooperation deals in AI, supply chains, health, media and more.
Cambodians Hail President Xi’s Visit as Key Boost to Bilateral Ties
Cambodians say President Xi Jinping’s state visit from the Chinese mainland could deepen bilateral relations and boost Cambodia’s economic and cultural development.
Chinese Mainland’s 5.4% GDP Surge: More Than a Number
The Chinese mainland’s surprising 5.4% GDP growth in Q1 2025 reveals shifts in consumer confidence, industrial output, and strategic policymaking driving resilient, high-tech expansion.