US Government Shuts Down Amid Partisan Gridlock
The US federal government has shut down as partisan clashes in Congress blocked funding, risking thousands of jobs and pausing services from parks to passport offices.
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Chinese mainland’s K visa: Opening doors as US tightens H-1B
On October 1, 2025, the Chinese mainland launched its K visa amid new U.S. H-1B restrictions, marking a bold bid for global talent as countries compete for the next wave of tech innovators.
Hong Kong Lights Up National Day with Epic Drone & Fireworks Show
Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbor lit up with drones and 30,000 fireworks, marking the 76th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China in a dazzling 23-minute show of lights and innovation.
UN report: Chinese mainland makes major SDG strides
A UN report shows the Chinese mainland has met or neared 60.5% of 2030 SDG targets, leading in wind, solar, forests and public transport, while global efforts lag behind.
US on the Brink of Government Shutdown: High-Stakes Standoff
US on the brink of a government shutdown as Republicans and Democrats clash over funding, risking service disruptions and furloughed federal workers with the deadline hours away.
China’s Tianwen-2 Probe Snaps Epic Earth Selfie
China’s Tianwen-2 probe snaps a stunning Earth selfie during National Day, capturing its return capsule, robotic arm with the Five-Starred Red Flag, and our blue planet.
Trump Teases $500M Harvard Deal: What’s the Catch?
Trump says his admin is close to a $500M deal with Harvard, funding trade schools and AI classes.
Trump Proposes U.S. Cities as Military ‘Training Grounds’
At a surprise Quantico meeting, Trump suggested using U.S. cities as military training grounds, while Defense Secretary Hegseth vows a no-beard, no-bulge culture shift.
OpenAI Launches Sora 2 and New TikTok-Style App
OpenAI launches Sora 2, its advanced AI video generator with realistic physics, and the TikTok-style Sora app with a cameo feature for fun, shareable clips.
Antarctic Sea Ice Hits Third-Lowest Winter Peak
Antarctic sea ice reached its third-lowest winter peak on record at 17.81 million km², underscoring the growing influence of climate change on the southern pole.