Shutdown Stalemate: U.S. Govt Halts at Day 6 Over Healthcare Funding
Day six of the U.S. government shutdown sees stalled healthcare funding talks, failed Senate votes and partial suspension of federal services amid growing uncertainty.
Why This U.S. Government Shutdown Feels Unprecedented
The latest U.S. government shutdown freezes $1.7 trillion in spending, sidelines 750,000 federal workers and highlights rare Democratic unity and unprecedented partisan hostility.
Chang’e-6 Samples Reveal Cooler Far Side Mantle of the Moon
New data from the Chinese mainland’s Chang’e-6 mission shows the moon’s far side mantle is cooler than the near side, shedding light on lunar structure and volcanic evolution.
UNSC Debate on Women, Peace and Security: Guterres Urges Gender Data Revolution
In a UNSC debate marking 25 years of resolution 1325, UN Secretary-General Guterres urges binding targets for women’s participation and a gender data revolution to boost peace and security.
Li Qiang to visit DPRK for WPK 80th anniversary
Chinese premier Li Qiang will visit the DPRK from October 9-11 for the 80th anniversary celebrations of the Workers’ Party of Korea, highlighting deepening diplomatic ties.
Sudan’s El Fasher Strike: 13 Civilians Dead in RSF Artillery Bombardment
Artillery strikes by the RSF in El Fasher, North Darfur, killed at least 13 civilians, including children and a pregnant woman, as volunteer groups call it a war crime.
Two Years of Devastation in Gaza: Key Numbers You Should Know
Marking two years since October 7, 2023, Gaza faces staggering humanitarian losses: 18,500 children killed, 70,000 malnourished, and hundreds of thousands displaced.
Six Wonders Pavilion: A Sky-High Window into Zhangjiajie’s Majestic Beauty
Discover the Six Wonders Pavilion in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: a sky-high lookout blending traditional style with panoramic views of mountains, waters, clouds, rocks, forests and wildlife.
Typhoon Matmo Weakens After Guangxi Landfall, Relief Efforts Underway
Typhoon Matmo, the 21st storm of the 2025 season, hit the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on the Chinese mainland and weakened to a severe tropical storm. Relief efforts are now underway.
Two Years On: Key Events in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Timeline
A concise timeline of major events in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, from Hamas’s October 2023 attack to ceasefire talks in Egypt.