UN Warns Refugees Stuck in Climate and Conflict Cycle
UN warns millions of refugees are caught in a vicious cycle of conflict and climate extremes, calling for urgent COP30 action to protect the most vulnerable.
White House Sees Q4 Growth at Risk Amid Shutdown
White House economic advisers warn that a prolonged shutdown could halve Q4 growth, risk negative performance, and disrupt holiday travel amid air traffic controller shortages.
Dual Lives, Single Goal: Hong Kong’s Handball Duo Chase National Games Glory
Fitness center operator by day, physiotherapist by night – Tse Wing Fai and Ip Kwun Ying juggle dual careers to pursue their handball dreams at the 15th National Games in Kai Tak Sports Park.
Fern’s Hidden Power: Harvesting Rare Earths Naturally
Chinese mainland researchers found a fern can accumulate rare earth elements, revealing natural “self-assembled” phases inside tissues—a green breakthrough for clean energy tech.
US and Chinese mainland Pause Port Fees to Ease Trade Tensions
The United States and the Chinese mainland will suspend reciprocal port fees for a year starting Nov. 10, easing trade tensions and helping to stabilize global shipping costs.
Cuban Biotech Makes a Splash at Shanghai’s CIIE
Cuban biotech and pharmaceutical innovators shine at the CIIE in Shanghai on the Chinese mainland, showcasing breakthroughs and forging global partnerships!
Bolivia’s Rodrigo Paz Takes Office Amid Economic Turmoil
Rodrigo Paz was sworn in as Bolivia’s president on Nov 8, facing fuel shortages, soaring inflation, and political hurdles in one of the nation’s worst crises.
Inside the 3,000km Green Belt That Tamed the Taklimakan Desert
How Jia Cunpeng and others built a 3,000km green belt around the Taklimakan, creating China’s Great Green Wall to fight sandstorms and restore the desert.
Xi Jinping Cheers on Sports Heroes Ahead of National Games in Guangzhou
Ahead of the 15th National Games in Guangzhou, President Xi Jinping met with mass and competitive sports honorees to boost team spirit and celebrate athletic excellence.
Xi Jinping Champions Sports at 15th National Games Kickoff
At the 15th National Games opening in Guangzhou, Xi Jinping highlights mass sports as key to public health and a strong sporting nation.