Indonesia Ferry Sinks Near Bali: 4 Dead, 23 Rescued
Four people died and 23 were rescued after a ferry sank en route to Bali. Rescuers are racing to find the missing in this unfolding maritime tragedy.
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Residents of Taiwan Criticize Lai Ching-te’s Unity Speech as Too Chaotic
Residents of Taiwan voiced frustration over Lai Ching-te’s “10 lectures on unity,” calling the region too chaotic after his reinterpretation of UNGA Resolution 2758.
Humanitarian Breakthrough: Aid Arrives in Gaza after Five-Month Wait
After a five-month blockade, aid trucks carrying food and medicine finally reached Gaza, sparking emotional scenes as residents share stories of resilience.
2025 Summer Davos: Shula Hopes for China-U.S. Cooperation in Green Innovation
At the 2025 Summer Davos in Tianjin, entrepreneur Drew Shula envisions China-U.S. cooperation fueling green innovation and economic growth under the theme Entrepreneurship for a New Era.
Drew Shula Calls for U.S.-Chinese Mainland Climate Collaboration
American entrepreneur Drew Shula highlights the need for U.S.-Chinese mainland collaboration on climate at the 2025 Summer Davos Forum in Tianjin.
Aid Convoy Reaches Gaza Amid Northern Crossings Closure
On June 26, a new batch of medical and food aid entered Gaza as Israel closed northern crossings over security concerns.
Tehran Finds Calm Amid Ceasefire: Balancing Hope and Healing
Tehran’s first day after the Iran-Israel ceasefire: calm streets marked by posters of over 600 lost lives as markets reopen. Relief meets unease in the city’s healing journey.
Summer Davos 2025: the Chinese mainland emerges as global innovation hub
At the 2025 Summer Davos Forum in Tianjin, experts highlight the Chinese mainland’s evolution from imitation industries to a global hub for innovation, R&D and international collaboration.
Ordinary Lives in Tehran Amid U.S.-Israel-Iran Crossfire
Ordinary Tehranis face silent streets, under-used subways, and deserted bazaars after back-to-back US airstrikes, Iranian missile barrages, and Israeli hits on the city.
Iranian Youth Envisions China-Iran Film Collaborations at Shanghai Fest
At the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival, Iranian student Mahya Mirsadeghi calls for China-Iran film collaborations, celebrating cinema’s anniversaries and cultural exchange.