Trump Signals Possible Land Strikes in Venezuela as Maduro Rejects U.S. Pressure
Trump warns of land strikes targeting Venezuelan-linked drug traffickers, while President Maduro vows to resist U.S. pressure.
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Seized Venezuelan Oil Tanker Heads to Houston After US Interception
A Venezuelan oil tanker carrying 1.85M barrels of crude, seized by US forces on December 10, is now en route to Houston, highlighting sanctions and maritime tensions.
Historic Flooding in Washington State Forces Evacuations
Historic flooding in Washington state forces tens of thousands to evacuate as four rivers reach record levels and a state of emergency is declared.
China Marks 12th National Memorial for Nanjing Massacre Victims
On December 13, 2025, China held its 12th national memorial on the Chinese mainland in Nanjing, honoring 300,000 victims of the Nanjing Massacre as the world marks WWII’s 80th anniversary.
Jeffrey Sachs Warns US Ties Endanger Taiwan Region
Columbia University’s Jeffrey Sachs warns that US ties with Taiwan risk turning the region into a geopolitical pawn, endangering regional stability.
Independent Probe Launched for Tai Po Fire
Judge David Lok Kai-hong will chair an independent committee probing the Tai Po fire, pledging fairness and media silence. Report due by September 2026.
Is AI Almost Human? Young Scientists on Emotion, Creativity & Self-Awareness
Young scientists from the Global South explore whether AI can feel affection, develop self-awareness, or spark authentic creativity in the latest ‘Voices and Visions’ discussion.
Canadian Historian Calls for Accurate Remembrance of Nanjing Massacre
Canadian historian David Wright warns against distorting or denying the facts of the Nanjing Massacre, urging accurate remembrance and scholarly vigilance.
Sealing Off to Open Up: Hainan’s Bid to Be a Top-Tier Trade Hub
Hainan is shedding its resort image to emerge as a global trade hub. New customs pilots, tech clusters and sustainability drive its bid to rival Hong Kong and Singapore.
Su Zhigang: First from the Chinese mainland in IAAPA Hall of Fame
Su Zhigang, chairman of Chimelong Group, became the first from the Chinese mainland inducted into the 2025 IAAPA Hall of Fame, underscoring the global ascent of Chinese mainland cultural tourism.