US Shutdown Enters Third Week: 60K Aviation Workers Left Unpaid
The US federal government shutdown has stretched into its third week, leaving over 60,000 aviation safety staff unpaid and forcing many to juggle second jobs and rely on aid.
U.S. Military Strikes Suspected Drug Vessel in Pacific, 3 Killed
The U.S. military destroyed another drug vessel in the Pacific, killing three people. It’s the ninth such strike since early September, following a separate attack that left two dead.
Amazon Taps AI to Supercharge Warehouse Ops
Amazon is speeding up warehouse operations with AI and robots like Blue Jay arms and smart glasses, promising faster innovation and smarter, safer jobs.
Beijing & Seoul: 30 Years of Sister-City Vibes Ahead of APEC 2025
Beijing and Seoul celebrate over 30 years as sister cities with deep economic, cultural, and tech ties, spotlighted ahead of the APEC 2025 meeting in Gyeongju.
Suzhou Uncovered: Where Ancient Gusu Meets Modern Tech
Discover Suzhou’s unique blend of ancient Gusu charm and cutting-edge tech in Jiangsu Province on the eastern Chinese mainland with temples, canals, and startups.
Meta Cuts 600 AI Roles to Streamline Superintelligence Labs
Meta is cutting 600 roles in its Superintelligence Labs AI unit to tackle organizational bloat and boost efficiency, while sparing the TBD Lab founded by Mark Zuckerberg.
China and U.S. Set for Malaysia Trade Talks on Oct. 24-27
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will meet U.S. officials in Malaysia Oct 24-27 for key economic and trade consultations.
Louvre Chief Cites Camera Gaps in €88M Jewel Heist
The head of the Louvre says security camera gaps allowed thieves to steal €88M of historic jewels. The museum reopened three days after the daring heist.
Rare White-Eared Night-Heron Spotted in Guizhou
A white-eared night-heron, a Class A protected species on the Chinese mainland, was recorded for the first time in Guizhou’s Yinjiang County, marking a conservation milestone.
Hu Yuanjing: Young Curator Leading Eco-Conservation 💬🌱
Young curator Hu Yuanjing blends communication expertise and ecology to drive eco-awareness across Asia, inspiring youth to protect our planet.