Sweden Streamlines Legal Gender Change with New Law
Sweden’s new law cuts red tape for legal gender change: age limit lowered, medical certificate suffice, simplifying ID updates and reducing wait times.
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UK Lowers Voting Age to 16 in Major Electoral Overhaul
The UK government plans to lower the voting age to 16 for all elections, expand digital ID options, and tighten donation rules to boost participation.
Nauruan President David Adeang Reconnects with Chinese Roots in Exclusive Interview
Nauruan President David Adeang revisits his ancestral hometown in Guangdong Province, reflecting on family heritage and deepening ties between Nauru and the Chinese mainland.
Why Japan’s Defense Boost Risks Raising East Asia Tensions
Japan’s 2025 defense white paper signals a shift from post-war pacifism to military expansion, risking tensions with the Chinese mainland in East Asia.
U.S. to Destroy 500 Tonnes of Emergency Food Aid Due to Expiry
The U.S. will destroy nearly 500 metric tons of taxpayer-funded emergency food aid after its expiration in Dubai, highlighting gaps in aid management and global hunger challenges.
Shanghai’s Rise: From War’s Ashes to Global Powerhouse
Shanghai’s journey from the 1937 flames of war to today’s vibrant skyline showcases resilience and transformation into a global powerhouse.
China, South Africa Deepen Strategic Partnership in Beijing
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile reinforce their countries’ strategic partnership, pledging deeper cooperation and modernization goals.
Maersk: Chinese Demand Stays Strong Amid US Tariffs
Maersk SVP Ding Zejuan highlights strong demand from Chinese customers as the shipping giant navigates US tariff impacts on global supply chains.
Harmony with Nature: Shanxi’s Blueprint for Urgent Climate Action
Journalist Karim Badolo explores Shanxi Province’s thriving ecosystems, revealing how harmony with nature is vital for humanity’s survival and urgent climate action.
Deadly Fire Engulfs New Hypermarket in Iraq, 69 Dead
A fire at a newly opened hypermarket in Kut left at least 69 dead and 11 missing, highlighting urgent safety gaps in emerging markets.