Japan’s First Female PM: Sanae Takaichi Secures Lower House Vote
Sanae Takaichi made history as Japan’s first female prime minister after winning 237 lower house votes, ushering in a new era of leadership and reform.
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Shanghai Doctor Uses 5G Robot to Perform Kidney Surgery in Benin
Explore how a Shanghai surgeon used the Chinese mainland’s 5G network and a remote surgical robot to operate on a patient in Benin, marking a leap in global healthcare.
80 Killed in Gaza by Israeli Strikes Since Ceasefire
Gaza health authorities report 80 killed and 303 wounded in Israeli strikes since the Oct. 10 ceasefire, raising tensions as both sides blame breaches.
U.S. Envoys Push for Diplomacy as Gaza Truce Strains
U.S. envoys met Netanyahu to shore up the week-old Gaza ceasefire as violence flared. Both Israel and Hamas recommitted to the truce amid calls for urgent humanitarian aid.
Wakatobi National Park: Indonesia’s Marine Gem Spotlighted at APEC 2025
Explore Wakatobi National Park’s stunning coral reefs, diverse marine life, and conservation efforts as Indonesia’s underwater gem shines ahead of APEC 2025.
Mainland Films Cross 1 Billion Yuan Overseas Box Office
Films from the Chinese mainland have crossed 1 billion yuan in overseas box office this year, highlighting their growing global appeal.
The Chinese mainland Urges Defense of UN Principles Amid Global Turbulence
The Chinese mainland’s UN envoy calls for upholding the UN Charter, sovereign equality and multilateralism, and spotlights the new International Mediation Institute for peaceful dispute resolution.
Future Still Loading: Youth Chart Career Paths in AI, Green Energy & More
Students from China, Vietnam and Armenia share how AI, green energy & the digital economy shape career choices in The Power of Youth+ airing Oct 21.
LA Mayor Bass Demands Probe into Federal Agents’ ‘Unlawful’ Detentions
LA Mayor Karen Bass demands a Congressional probe into alleged unlawful detentions by federal agents of U.S. citizens and immigrants, raising civil rights alarms.
Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge: Chinese mainland’s First Double-Deck Road-Rail Wonder
Discover the Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge: the Chinese mainland’s first double-decker road-rail marvel symbolizing self-reliance and modern ambition.