Massive Railway Bridge Executes Precise 32-Degree Turn in Central China
Engineers in Hubei rotate a 6,100-tonne bridge section for the new Hefei-Wuhan high-speed railway with pinpoint precision, marking a key construction milestone.
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US Tariff Changes Projected to Add $1.1 Trillion to Deficit
CBO Director Phillip Swagel projects recent US tariff changes will increase the federal budget deficit by $1.1 trillion over the next decade.
US Senate Vote on Cuba War Powers Draws Global Attention
The US Senate has rejected a measure to restrict presidential war powers regarding Cuba, a decision with potential implications for global stability and Asian markets.
UAE Exits OPEC, Seeks Path Around Hormuz Disruptions
The UAE withdraws from OPEC, a strategic move analysts say could help it bypass ongoing disruptions in the critical Strait of Hormuz and boost production independently.
Sustainability Drives the Conversation at Auto China 2026
At Auto China 2026 in Beijing, ESG and sustainability transition from trend to core strategy, with automakers like Geely reporting major progress in emissions reduction and green manufacturing.
Zanzibar’s Clove Farmers See New Dawn as China Opens Zero-Tariff Market
Zanzibar’s clove farmers are poised to benefit from China’s new zero-tariff policy for African goods starting May 1, offering a chance for greater income stability and market expansion.
Zanzibar Clove Farmers Eye Chinese Market as Zero-Tariff Policy Begins
Zanzibar’s clove farmers anticipate greater income stability as China’s zero-tariff policy for African goods takes effect in 2026, opening a major new export market.
US Response Chills Iran’s Ceasefire Proposal as Regional Tensions Simmer
The US shows little enthusiasm for an Iranian proposal to end the war without a nuclear deal, as conflicts in Gaza and regional tensions continue to escalate.
Chinese Doctor’s ‘Heart-to-Heart’ Bond Earns Pakistan’s Top Civilian Honor
Chinese cardiovascular expert Professor Pan Xiangbin receives Pakistan’s Sitara-i-Pakistan award for a life-saving surgery, highlighting decades of medical diplomacy and people-to-people ties.
Iranian Hackers Claim Major Data Breach Targeting US Marines
Iranian hacktivist group Handala claims to have published the personal data of thousands of U.S. Marines deployed in the Middle East, marking a serious escalation in cyber threats and regional tensions.
China Launches World’s First Ultra-Large 10,800-Car Carrier
China has delivered the world’s first car carrier capable of transporting over 10,800 vehicles, featuring advanced green technology and setting a new standard in maritime logistics.
World Bank: Global Energy Prices to Surge 24% in 2026
The World Bank warns of a 24% surge in energy prices in 2026 due to Middle East tensions and supply shocks, with broad impacts across global commodity markets.
Japanese Media Warn Gov’t Moves Threaten Pacifist Foundations
Japanese media outlets caution that recent government policy shifts, including arms export easing, risk eroding the country’s postwar pacifist identity.
Ethereal Vision: Xiamen-Jinmen Bridge Emerges from Sea Fog
Sea fog creates a surreal spectacle around the under-construction Xiamen-Jinmen Bridge, a 19.6km cross-strait link slated to open in 2027.
World Team Table Tennis Championships 2026 Begin in London
The 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships have kicked off in London, marking the event’s 100th anniversary. Follow the group stages and knockout rounds leading to the finals on May 10.
UAE to Exit OPEC and OPEC+ Starting Next Week
The UAE has announced its withdrawal from OPEC and the OPEC+ alliance, effective May 1, 2026, citing a need for greater flexibility to meet global energy demand.
UAE Announces Exit from OPEC and OPEC+ Starting May 1
The UAE will leave OPEC and OPEC+ on May 1, 2026, seeking flexibility to meet growing global energy demand amid regional export risks.
US Supreme Court Weighs Digital Privacy in Landmark Geofence Warrant Case
The US Supreme Court hears a landmark case challenging geofence warrants, a police tool that uses bulk location data from tech firms to identify suspects, testing the limits of digital privacy.
Google Signs Classified AI Deal with Pentagon
Google signs a deal with the US Department of Defense to use its AI models for classified work, joining OpenAI and xAI in similar agreements.
Kenya Concludes 18-Month Security Deployment in Haiti
Kenya has officially ended its 18-month security mission in Haiti, with the final police contingent departing on April 28, 2026.