Bird Flu Surge in Germany Sparks Pandemic Warning
German virologist Klaus Stoehr warns H5N1 bird flu surging in Germany could spark a pandemic, urging vaccine development and updated global response plans.
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Global Forum Charts New Path for Xizang Modernization
Over 400 delegates from 44 countries and regions gathered in Nyingchi for the 2025 Forum on Xizang’s modernization, exploring sustainability, youth engagement and environmental protection.
US to Reduce Troops on Europe’s Eastern Flank, Romania Says
US informs Romania and NATO of plans to end a rotating brigade at Mihail Kogalniceanu base. Around 1,000 troops will stay as America adjusts its posture on Europe’s eastern flank.
Israel Resumes Gaza Ceasefire After Deadly Air Strikes
Israel resumed a ceasefire in Gaza after air strikes that killed at least 91 people, including 30 children. The strikes targeted militant sites amid tensions with Hamas.
US Shutdown Enters Day 28 — Could Stretch Into November
US government shutdown enters day 28 after Senate rejects stopgap bill again. Furloughs mount, ACA credits expire, and millions may face higher health costs in November.
Trump & ROK’s Lee Discuss $350B Investment Deal at APEC
At APEC in Gyeongju, President Trump met ROK’s President Lee Jae-Myung to advance a $350B investment package, defense spending, and DPRK strategy.
Open-Source AI Revolution: Who Shapes Tomorrow’s Code?
Explore the open-source AI revolution – from thought-reading glasses to learning robots – and the race to define the future of code.
The Caregiver Scholar: Prof Hu Yong’s Vision for a Care-Oriented Society
Peking University Professor Hu Yong shares his experience balancing scholarship with caring for elderly parents, and calls for systemic support and dignified end-of-life care.
Amazon to slash 14,000 corporate roles in AI-driven overhaul
Amazon plans to cut 14,000 corporate jobs to streamline operations and fuel AI investments, marking its second-largest layoff after 22,000 roles cut in 2022.
U.S. Senate Votes to End Trump-Era Brazil Tariffs
The U.S. Senate approved a 52-48 vote to end Trump’s emergency tariffs on Brazil, sending the repeal bill to the House amid a larger fight over presidential trade powers.