U.S. to Halt Bitcoin Sales, Holds $15-20B in Reserves
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the government will stop selling its $15-20B in Bitcoin reserves, signaling a fresh strategy for digital assets.
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China Urges Cambodia and Thailand to Renew Ties at Mekong Summit
China’s FM Wang Yi urged Cambodia and Thailand to renew friendship and trust at the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation meeting, highlighting peace, stability, and deeper regional ties.
Rainy Rally in Seoul: 96-Year-Old Comfort Woman Survivor’s Heartfelt Speech
96-year-old Lee Yong-soo, a former ‘comfort woman’ survivor, moved a rainy crowd of 400+ in Seoul, calling for remembrance and justice at a weekly rally.
13th International Comfort Women Memorial Day: Fewer Survivors, Renewed Protests
On the 13th International Comfort Women Memorial Day, dwindling survivors in South Korea and the Chinese mainland rally for justice, marking a solemn anniversary and urgent call to remember history.
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.
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.
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.
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.