India, US Trade Talks Press On as New Tariffs Loom
India’s foreign minister says trade talks with the US are ongoing despite looming tariffs up to 50% on key exports.
Chengdu to Host 2nd Golden Panda Awards with 27 Global Prizes
The 2nd Golden Panda Awards in Chengdu will present 27 prizes across film, TV, documentary, and animation categories, honoring global talents from 126 countries and regions.
200 Humanoid Robots Battle AI Challenges in Hefei Finals
At the national finals in Hefei, 800 students and 200 humanoid robots face autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance and material-handling challenges in the 27th China Robotics and AI Competition.
KMT Lawmakers Defend Seats Against DPP Recall in China’s Taiwan Region
Seven KMT legislators in China’s Taiwan region survived DPP-led recall votes, marking the defeat of all 32 motions this year and solidifying opposition influence.
Powell Hints at Rate Cut as Fed Navigates Inflation and Jobs
Fed Chair Jerome Powell signals a possible rate cut amid conflicting inflation and employment pressures, balancing the Fed’s dual mandate in a restrictive policy environment.
Central Delegation Concludes 60th Anniversary Tour in Xizang
China’s central delegation returns to Beijing after a 60th anniversary tour in Xizang, where leaders reviewed education, healthcare, cultural heritage and high-quality development.
Gaza Famine Confirmed: Over 500,000 Trapped, Calls Rise to Lift Siege
UN agencies confirm Gaza’s first official famine in 20 years, with over 500,000 people facing starvation. Locals demand the siege be lifted to allow vital aid.
Chinese Honor Guards Gear Up for 80th V-Day Parade
China’s honor guard trains at Tiananmen Square for the 80th V-Day parade on September 3, marking victory in the People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
Fed Holds Firm at Jackson Hole as Tariffs Begin Biting U.S. Economy
At Jackson Hole, the Fed reaffirmed its hawkish stance even as U.S. tariffs begin to impact consumer prices and global supply chains, sparking debates on economic resilience.
Trade War Shouldn’t Hurt Farmers, Says Chinese Envoy
Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng warns farmers shouldn’t shoulder the cost of US-China trade tensions, citing steep drops in agricultural and soybean exports amid rising protectionism.