Mahjong Robots & AI Delivery: China’s Tech Leap at WAIC 2025
PsiBot’s mahjong-playing and food-delivery robots headline China’s embodied AI advancements at WAIC 2025, showcasing real-world tech applications in Shanghai.
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China and Africa Forge Green Agriculture Partnerships at Beijing Expo
China and Africa explore sustainable agriculture partnerships at Beijing expo, focusing on tech transfer, infrastructure, and climate resilience to boost food security.
Ukraine Ramps Up Arms Production as Global Allies Redirect Defense Systems
Ukraine accelerates domestic arms production amid delayed Patriot system deliveries from allies. Russia warns of nuclear response to NATO actions in Kaliningrad.
Netanyahu Vows Continued Strikes in Syria Amid Escalating Tensions
Israeli PM Netanyahu pledges ongoing military action in southern Syria to protect Druze minority and enforce demilitarization, sparking international condemnation.
UN Appoints Cong Guang as New Horn of Africa Envoy
UN Secretary-General appoints Cong Guang, a seasoned diplomat with over two decades of UN experience, as new envoy for the Horn of Africa.
UN Condemns Gaza Church Strike Amid Escalating Humanitarian Crisis
UN chief Antonio Guterres condemns Israeli strike on Gaza church sheltering civilians as humanitarian crisis worsens with mass displacement and critical shortages.
Trump Moves to Unseal Epstein Grand Jury Records Amid Legal Clash
US President Trump directs release of Epstein grand jury transcripts, plans legal action against WSJ over disputed report.
Chinese-Funded Megaport Boosts Peruvian Local Businesses
A $1.3B Chinese-funded megaport in Peru is boosting local businesses and enhancing trade ties between Asia and Latin America.
Global Leaders Tackle Security Challenges at Aspen Forum
Global leaders convene at the Aspen Security Forum to address pressing security, economic, and technological challenges impacting Asia and the world.
Caribbean Tourism Faces Dual Threat: Hurricanes and Seaweed Surge
The Caribbean’s tourism industry confronts dual challenges from an intense 2025 hurricane forecast and unprecedented sargassum seaweed, threatening economies and travel plans.
Chinese Police Join Croatian Patrols to Boost Tourist Safety
Chinese police assist Croatian counterparts during peak tourist season, enhancing safety for travelers under a 2017 bilateral agreement.
UK and Germany Strengthen Ties with Landmark Defense and Trade Pact
UK and Germany sign landmark friendship treaty, enhancing defense cooperation and economic ties while addressing migration challenges in post-Brexit era.
Guardians of the Deep: Why Protecting Ocean Wildlife Matters
As the UN Ocean Conference highlights, protecting deep-sea wildlife is crucial for climate resilience and global food security. Explore why safeguarding our oceans matters.
Japan’s Defense White Paper Sparks Global Concern Over Regional Stability
A CGTN global poll reveals 92% of respondents question Japan’s 2025 defense strategy, urging historical reflection amid record military spending and regional tensions.
Gaza Church Strike Sparks Outcry; China Backs Syria Sovereignty
Deadly airstrikes in Gaza and Damascus escalate regional tensions as China calls for respecting Syria’s sovereignty. Latest updates on Middle East conflicts and diplomatic efforts.
China Urges Enhanced SCO Economic Collaboration at Beijing Forum
China advocates for stronger economic ties among SCO members at Beijing forum, emphasizing supply chain stability and multilateral development strategies.
Sweden Simplifies Legal Gender Change Process, Sparks Regional Debate
Sweden eases legal gender change requirements, lowering the age to 16 and simplifying medical evaluations. Advocates push for further reforms amid rising gender dysphoria cases.
UK Lowers Voting Age to 16 in Major Electoral Overhaul
UK announces historic plan to lower voting age to 16 and modernize electoral system amid record-low turnout, with expanded voter ID options and campaign finance reforms.
US to Destroy 500 Tonnes of Emergency Food Aid Amid Expiration
The US plans to destroy 500 tonnes of taxpayer-funded emergency food due to expiration, sparking criticism over waste and inefficiency in foreign aid management.
China’s Shanxi Province Models Harmony Between Humanity and Nature
Burkina Faso journalist Karim Badolo explores Shanxi’s environmental efforts, highlighting China’s role in fostering human-nature harmony and global climate action.