Gaza Pounded as Death Toll Surges to 123 Amid Calls for Aid
Intense strikes on Gaza left 123 dead in 24 hours, the highest weekly toll, as calls mount for Israel to open gates for humanitarian aid.
Robotic Revolution: 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games Kick Off in Beijing
Beijing’s Ice Ribbon hosts the 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games with 500+ robots from 16 countries battling in sprints, soccer & more.
Trump-Putin Summit: US, Europe & Ukraine Unite for Ceasefire
As Trump and Putin prepare to meet in Alaska on August 15, the US, Europe & Ukraine align on ceasefire plans and a potential three-way summit with Zelenskyy.
South Africa Slams U.S. Human Rights Report as ‘Deeply Flawed’
South Africa’s DIRCO rejects the U.S. Human Rights Report as flawed, disputing claims of extrajudicial killings and noting robust legal processes and UN support for land reform.
From Manual to Intelligent: China’s New Era of Smart Farming
Drones are transforming agriculture in the Chinese mainland: from super farms in Guangzhou to rice paddies in Shantou, XAG’s smart tools make farming faster, easier, and more efficient.
Why China Was WWII’s Main Eastern Battlefield
Explore how China’s 14-year resistance made it WWII’s main Eastern battlefield, from the Mukden Incident in 1931 to major campaigns and guerrilla tactics.
Trump Pushes to Extend Federal Control of D.C. Police
President Trump plans to ask Congress for long-term federal control of D.C.’s police with a new crime bill and has deployed the National Guard amid a 30-day emergency.
Peru’s 2025 Census to Spotlight Tusán Identity for the First Time
Peru’s upcoming 2025 census will for the first time let Tusan descendants of Chinese migrants identify their heritage, marking a historic milestone in diversity recognition.
PIX Payment Booms in Brazil Amid Trump Trade Probe
Brazil’s PIX instant payment system becomes the top way to pay, even as it faces international scrutiny amid a Trump-led trade probe.
Global Chipmakers on Edge as Trump’s 100% Chip Tariffs Loom
Chipmakers worldwide brace for uncertainty after Trump’s 100% tariffs on non-American semiconductors, sparking concerns over EU’s bid to become a major global player.