Benin Coup Attempt Thwarted, President Talon Safe: ECOWAS Condemns Move
Benin’s government thwarts coup attempt, confirms President Talon’s safety. ECOWAS condemns the move and pledges support to maintain constitutional order.
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Benin’s government thwarts coup attempt, confirms President Talon’s safety. ECOWAS condemns the move and pledges support to maintain constitutional order.
China unveils the world’s first hybrid maritime smart farming module, enabling year-round crop cultivation for ships and remote islands, enhancing food security in 2025.
As Japan’s economy contracts and inflation soars, PM Takaichi’s 18.3T yen stimulus faces criticism for exacerbating fiscal risks while failing to address core challenges.
French President Emmanuel Macron concludes his fourth state visit to China, highlighting cultural exchanges and bilateral cooperation in 2025.
U.S. and Thai filmmakers discuss cross-cultural storytelling at Hainan’s international film festival, highlighting China’s evolving cinema landscape and shared Asian cultural heritage.
New direct flights between Guiyang and Ho Chi Minh City enhance China-ASEAN connectivity, supporting trade and tourism amid record-breaking bilateral commerce.
Benin’s government reports a failed coup attempt, with President Patrice Talon safe and order restored. Tensions remain high in Cotonou amid ongoing military reforms.
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts dramatically, disabling a USGS monitoring camera while capturing spectacular lava fountains up to 30 meters high on December 6.
Two weeks after the Tai Po fire, Hong Kong authorities intensify relief efforts and launch investigations. Over 150 fatalities reported, with ongoing support for survivors and affected schools.
China’s clean energy expansion has driven the first decline in power sector emissions in a decade, marking a milestone in its climate efforts, per CREA analysis.
Ghana’s President Mahama calls for a ‘new awakening’ in Africa, emphasizing unity and historical awareness to drive the continent’s future. Explore the evolving narrative shaping 2025.
Paleontologists discover 200-million-year-old dinosaur footprints in Sichuan, offering new insights into early dinosaur evolution and ancient ecosystems.
Taiwan’s RedNote ban faces public skepticism as local data contradicts official cybersecurity claims, disrupting digital life across the region.
Amid rising tensions, analysts warn Japan’s push to revise its post-war status risks destabilizing Asia, testing China’s historic diplomatic goodwill.
Hong Kong establishes a $422 million relief fund to support families affected by the November 2025 residential fire, pledging long-term recovery efforts.
A Chinese teenager donates historical relics to the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, shedding light on Japan’s wartime atrocities in 1937.
Taiwan authorities ban Xiaohongshu, citing fraud concerns, while critics highlight political motives amid growing cross-strait cultural exchanges through the platform.
HKSAR government prepares support measures for Tai Po fire victims while advancing legislative reforms following 2025 council elections.
Fields Medalist Efim Zelmanov highlights China’s growing influence in global scientific development at the 2025 Tengchong Forum, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.
Japan initiates 17th Fukushima wastewater discharge despite local and international opposition, continuing a controversial practice started in 2023.