UN: Refugees Trapped in Conflict-Climate Vicious Cycle
UNHCR warns millions of refugees face a vicious cycle of conflict and climate extremes, with half of hosting areas at risk by 2040. COP30 financing is critical to protect the vulnerable.
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White House Warns US Economy Faces Sharp Slowdown Amid Shutdown
White House officials warn the US could face a negative economic quarter and halved growth if the shutdown persists, impacting travel and markets this Thanksgiving.
Slashie Athletes Chase National Games Dream in Kai Tak
Hong Kong’s slashie handballers juggle day jobs and night training as they gear up to represent Hong Kong SAR at the 15th National Games in Kai Tak Sports Park.
Fern ‘Self-Assembles’ Rare Earths, Paving Path for Greener Mining
Chinese mainland researchers found a fern can ‘self-assemble’ rare earth minerals within its tissues, offering a greener path to critical metals for clean energy and tech.
US and China Agree to Pause Port Fees
The United States and China will suspend reciprocal port fees for at least one year starting Nov. 10, marking a temporary de-escalation in their trade dispute.
Cuba Showcases Biotech & Pharma Innovations at Shanghai’s CIIE
Nearly two dozen Cuban biotech and pharmaceutical companies are showcasing the island’s latest innovations at Shanghai’s CIIE, forging partnerships and driving global healthcare progress.
Bolivia’s Rodrigo Paz Takes Office Amid Economic Turmoil
Rodrigo Paz was sworn in as Bolivia’s new president amid soaring inflation and fuel shortages, facing one of the worst economic crises in decades.
How Jia Cunpeng’s 3,000km Great Green Belt Tamed the Taklimakan
At 20, Jia Cunpeng fell in love with the Taklimakan, spent 20 years battling sandstorms and helped build a 3,000km green belt around the desert.
Xi Welcomes Sports Heroes Ahead of Guangzhou’s 15th National Games
President Xi Jinping met mass and competitive sports honorees ahead of the 15th National Games in Guangzhou, highlighting the Chinese mainland’s drive for athletic excellence and community spirit.
Xi’s Vision for Mass Sports at the 15th National Games
At the 15th National Games in Guangzhou, Xi Jinping emphasizes mass sports as a cornerstone for public health and nation-building.