Israel Halts Gaza Offensive as Hamas Backs Hostage Deal
Israel pauses its Gaza City offensive after Hamas agrees in principle to release 48 hostages under a US-backed plan, opening the door for truce and reconstruction talks.
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Sanae Takaichi Elected LDP Leader, Abenomics in Focus
Sanae Takaichi wins LDP leadership race, putting Abenomics back in focus as Japan eyes fiscal stimulus, tax cuts and market reforms under its first female leader.
Trump Urges Israel to Halt Gaza Bombardment as Hamas Agrees to Talks
President Trump urged Israel to halt bombing Gaza as Hamas agreed to immediate talks on hostage releases under his peace plan.
Trump Calls on Israel to Halt Gaza Strikes After Hamas Agrees to Hostage Release
President Trump urges Israel to pause Gaza strikes after Hamas agrees in principle to a U.S.-backed hostage release deal, as the UN calls for urgent ceasefire and aid.
Global Markets on Edge as US Government Shutdown Drags On
US government shutdown halts economic data releases, rattles Fed decisions, and sows uncertainty across global markets—here’s what investors need to know.
Miao Village Sizzles with Harvest and National Day Barbecue Feast
In Rongshui Miao village, locals and visitors fire up grills for a communal barbecue feast—blending fresh fish, juicy pork and lusheng tunes under the autumn sky in celebration of harvest and National Day.
Giant Paper Dragons Ignite Beijing’s National Day Festivities
Giant handcrafted paper dragons from Shanxi Province took center stage in a Beijing park, breathing new life into the Chinese mainland’s National Day celebrations.
Deqing’s Source Culture Strategy Boosts County Tourism
Deqing’s decade-long ‘source culture’ strategy is redefining county-level tourism on the Chinese mainland, blending heritage with immersive local experiences.
Li Bai Painting Lights Up Auckland Sky Tower
A digital projection of Li Bai’s Tang Dynasty portrait lit up Auckland’s 328-meter-high Sky Tower ahead of the October 6 Mid-Autumn Festival.
Apple Removes ICE-Tracking Apps After Government Request
Apple removes ICEBlock and similar ICE-tracking apps after a US Justice Department request, sparking debate on privacy, free speech and tech compliance.