Israeli Tanks Advance Near Gaza City as UN Sounds Alarm on Famine
Israeli tanks push toward Gaza City’s edge amid UNSC warnings of a “manmade” famine, as aid corridors evacuate sick children.
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Fed Gov. Cook Sues to Block Trump’s Firing Bid
Fed Gov. Cook sues to block Trump’s firing bid, raising stakes in central bank independence and market stability.
From Fishing Village to Metropolis: Shenzhen’s 45-Year Rise
Aug 26 marks the 45th anniversary of Shenzhen SEZ. Once a fishing village, it now boasts a 3.68T yuan GDP, 4.5M businesses, and a booming tech and port economy.
CPPCC Standing Committee Wraps Up 13th Session on China’s 15th Five-Year Plan
The CPPCC Standing Committee wrapped up its 13th session, focusing on drafting China’s 15th Five-Year Plan and key priorities like digital economy integration and domestic demand.
Australia Expels Iranian Ambassador Over Antisemitic Attacks
Australia expels Iran’s ambassador after ASIO links Tehran to antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne, triggering a rare ambassadorial expulsion since World War II.
Trump Launches Major Furniture Tariff Probe
President Trump kicked off a Section 232 probe on furniture imports, targeting higher duties after a 7% rise in imports and job losses in U.S. wood products. What’s next?
China Builds Stronger SCO Community With 2025 Tianjin-Tashkent Rail Link
China launched its first 2025 Tianjin-Tashkent freight train to strengthen SCO trade ties. Ahead of the Tianjin summit, Xi Jinping will chair the 25th Council of Heads of State meeting.
China Warns of Terrorist Resurgence in Syria at UN Briefing
China warns of a rising terrorist threat in Syria, calling on UN action, targeted sanctions and a political roadmap under UNSC resolution 2254.
Global postal operators pause U.S. shipments as tariff relief ends
Postal operators worldwide are suspending low-value parcel shipments to the U.S. as the Trump administration ends the global de minimis exemption, leaving shippers and e-tailers in limbo.
US to Vet All 55M Visa Holders: A High-Stakes Immigration Overhaul
The Trump administration plans to vet all 55 million U.S. visa holders under “continuous scrutiny,” raising concerns over deportations, labor shortages and global uncertainty.