Hamas and Israel Restart Doha Talks, Eye Two-Month Gaza Ceasefire
Indirect talks in Doha resume as Hamas and Israel, under Qatari and US mediation, pursue a two-month Gaza ceasefire and a hostage exchange deal.
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Ancient Zidanku Silk Manuscripts Return to Beijing After 79 Years
After 79 years in the U.S., the Zidanku Silk Manuscript volumes II and III—China’s earliest silk texts from the Warring States Period—have arrived in Beijing.
5.2-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Kyaukse, Myanmar
A magnitude-5.2 earthquake struck 21 km SSW of Kyaukse, Myanmar, at a depth of 10 km, highlighting seismic risks in the region.
U.S. House Republicans Propose 10-Year Ban on State AI Regulation
House Republicans want to ban states from AI rules for 10 years, fueling a showdown over federal power, innovation and consumer protections.
Microsoft Confirms AI Aid to Israeli Military, Denies Civilian Targeting
Microsoft has sold AI and cloud services to the Israeli military for hostage rescue, but denies its technology targeted civilians. The move raises questions about AI ethics and transparency.
Epic Games’ Fortnite Blocked on iPhones in EU and U.S.
Fortnite is unavailable on iPhones in the EU and U.S. as Apple removes it from the App Store amid Epic Games’ legal battle over in-app commissions.
Putin to Host First Russia-Arab Summit on October 15
Russia will host its first Russia-Arab summit on Oct 15, inviting all 22 Arab League leaders to discuss cooperation on trade, energy, peace and security in the MENA region.
Deadly Gaza Strikes: 58 Palestinians Killed Overnight
Israeli air strikes killed 58 Palestinians overnight in Gaza, driving the death toll above 300 since Thursday as preparations for a new ground offensive and famine warnings deepen the crisis.
Tariff Pressure Pushes U.S. Small Firms Toward Bankruptcy and Price Hikes
U.S. small firms warn of bankruptcy as Trump-era tariffs squeeze export revenue and cash flow, while Walmart signals price hikes ahead amid narrow margins.
Xi Jinping Congratulates 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to the 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad, highlighting the importance of China-Arab cooperation.