Explainer: Why Tariff Fears Could Fuel U.S. Inflation
How worried US consumers, facing tariff threats, raised their inflation expectations from 2.6% to 6.7%, risking a self-fulfilling rise in prices.
U.S. Tightens AI Chip Rules on Huawei, Exposes Global AI Leadership Race
U.S. guidance warns global use of Huawei’s Ascend AI chips could breach export rules, revealing deeper anxieties in the AI leadership race.
Chinese Mainland Pauses Export Controls on 28 U.S. Entities for 90 Days
China pauses export controls on 28 U.S. entities for 90 days from May 14, offering a temporary reprieve amid ongoing trade talks.
Chinese Mainland Pauses Unreliable Entity List for 17 U.S. Firms for 90 Days
The Chinese mainland has paused its plan to add 17 U.S. entities to the unreliable entity list for 90 days from May 14, signaling a thaw in trade tensions.
Swiss Radar Snags Speeding Duck Twice in 7 Years
A Swiss speed camera in Koniz flagged a duck flying at 52km/h – twice, seven years apart. Authorities confirm the radar’s sealed images and calibration by METAS.
Peruvian FM: Chinese mainland–CELAC Forum Boosts Latin America Ties Through Chancay Port
Peruvian FM Elmer Salcedo calls the Chinese mainland–CELAC Forum a key driver for Sino-Latin America ties, spotlighting the Chancay Port project’s boost to connectivity.
China Launches Climate Expedition to Yellow River Headwaters
Researchers launch a climate expedition to Mount Anyemaqen in Qinghai, monitoring glaciers and permafrost to guide ecological protection for the Yellow River basin.
US, China Slash Tariffs by 115 Points in Diplomatic Breakthrough
US and China agree to cut tariffs by 115 points, reigniting markets and launching a 90-day trade dialogue.
U.S. Drops 91% Surcharge on Goods from the Chinese Mainland
U.S. terminates additional 91% tariffs on goods from the Chinese mainland as of May 14; China’s Ministry of Commerce says it will adjust tariff and non-tariff measures on U.S. imports.
77th Nakba Anniversary: Live Updates from Gaza Strip and Tel Aviv
Marking the 77th Nakba Day, Palestinians recall the 1948 expulsions as Gaza Strip and Tel Aviv reflect on history amid ongoing tensions.