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Biden sees opportunity to potentially end Israel-Iran fighting 'for a while'
U.S. President Joe Biden said on Friday there was an opportunity to deal with Israel and Iran in a way that potentially ends their conflict in the Middle East for a while.
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Obamas set to hit campaign trail with Kamala Harris for first time
Democrat Kamala Harris will campaign for the first time with Barack and Michelle Obama in separate events next week, hoping to inject some political star power in the final dash to election day in November, a senior campaign official said....
Economic Recovery or Taiwan Strait Tensions? Xi Jinping Sends Mixed Signals
Amid growing tensions between China and the U.S. and the increasing risk of conflict in the Taiwan Strait, Xi Jinping's visit to Fujian has drawn attention. On one hand, Xi is strengthening military deterrence against Taiwan, while on the other, he is calling for boosting the domestic economy. However, the contradiction between military pressure and economic recovery has made markets wary of China’s economic outlook, with investors increasingly concerned about the future uncertainties....
Xi Visits Fujian to Explore Cross-strait Integration, but the Ministry of Defense Takes a Contradictory Stance: the Reality is Surprising
By Li Qiang According to People News, on October 14, after the People's Liberation Army (PLA) conduc...
Regulatory Office Director Stabbed to Death in Municipal Hall: CCP's Fear-based Rule Losing Effectiveness
Under the rule of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), public discontent and hostility continue to surge. Despite massive investments in stability maintenance, surveillance, and monitoring, with vast networks of grassroots personnel and facilities extending into homes, companies, and government offices, incidents of citizens killing officials persist, even occurring in official workplaces....
Apple's new iPhone sales in China jump 20% in first 3 weeks, Counterpoint says
Apple Inc's new iPhones got off to a strong start in China, with their sales rising 20% in their first three weeks since their launch compared with its 2023 model, according to data from research firm Counterpoint....
World Media on China: the Gloom and Madness of the Economic Landscape
Since the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) abruptly abandoned its nearly three-year-long "zero-COVID" policy, China’s economic growth has struggled under the negative impact of that policy and other measures that are promoted as boosting the economy but, in reality, hinder it....
Five Chinese Departments Push Housing Market Stability Measures: New Wine in Old Bottles, Limited Effectiveness
five Chinese government departments, including the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, held a joint press conference on Thursday (October 17) to discuss efforts to "promote the stable and healthy development of the real estate market."...
On the Eve of UK Foreign Secretary's Visit to China, Prime Minister Starmer Calls for Release of Jimmy Lai
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy is set to visit China this week, marking the highest-level visit to China by an official from the Labour government since it took office. His mission is to seek "reconciliation" and repair UK-China relations....
Samsung Delays Taking Deliveries of ASML Chip Gear for Its New US Factory, Sources Say
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Analysis-From Bitcoin to Mexican Peso, ‘Trump Trades’ Are Appearing Again
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Morning Bid: Lots of China News, Little Clarity
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North Korea's Kim Jong Un Calls South Korea a Foreign, Hostile Country
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has described South Korea as a foreign and hostile nation, state media KCNA reported on Friday with photos showing Kim and high-ranking military personnel at a command post poring over a map labelled "Seoul"....
Biden to discuss Ukraine with allies on swansong Berlin trip
U.S. President Joe Biden will on Friday seek to cement cooperation with key European partners on issues from the Ukraine war to conflict in the Middle East during a swift swansong trip to Berlin....
Taiwan President Thanks Air Force for 'Outstanding' Work During China War Games
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te thanked the air force on Friday for their "outstanding" work during Chinese war games around the island earlier this week, telling them to keep up the good work....
Trump Knocks Harris, Signals Support for Adams at NY Charity Gala
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TSMC stock hits new high after posting forecast-beating earnings
Taipei-listed shares in TSMC hit a record high on Friday after the chipmaker posted forecast-beating third-quarter earnings and predicted a rosy outlook on strong artificial intelligence (AI) demand....
China new home prices fall at the fastest pace since 2015
China's new home prices fell at the fastest pace since May 2015, official data showed on Friday, despite increased efforts to revive the struggling property sector....
Dollar rides 'Trump trade' toward third weekly rise
The dollar headed for a third weekly gain in a row on Friday, helped by a dovish European Central Bank and strong U.S. data that is pushing out expectations for how fast U.S. rates can fall, particularly if Donald Trump wins the presidency....
Trump, Harris would both take pragmatic approach to IMF, World Bank, Georgieva says
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Thursday that she expected U.S. presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris would both take a "very pragmatic" approach to the IMF and the World Bank....
Unlock the Mystery of Shen Yun: A Rare Glimpse into the Art Behind the Global Sensation
If you are curious about Shen Yun, the world-touring and globally acclaimed performing arts troupe, but aren't quite sure what it’s all about—here’s a special opportunity!...
Star Entertainment jumps a day after Sydney casino relief
Australian troubled casino operator Star Entertainment gained on Friday after it resumed trading a day after New South Wales state gaming regulator said the embattled firm would be able to keep its Sydney casino open....
China's economy likely to have slowed in Q3, Beijing's 2024 target at risk
China's economy is expected to have slowed in the third quarter, dragged by a prolonged property downturn and weak consumption, maintaining pressure on policymakers as they consider more stimulus steps to revitalise growth....
Billionaire Cuban stumps for Harris as Musk hits trail for Trump
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Sinwar's death came at the end of months of searching by Israel
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Buffett's Berkshire continues to reduce Bank of America stake
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Explainer-What we know about One Direction singer Liam Payne's last hours
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One Direction bandmates 'completely devastated' by Liam Payne's death
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Xi's Visit to Fujian Without Cai Qi Raises Strong Signals
Another signal has emerged indicating that Xi Jinping's power and authority are steadily shrinking....
Zhan Fengchen: Why Did Jiang Qing Say "I Am Just Chairman Mao's Dog"?
In his later years, Mao Zedong once remarked that he had "done two great things" in his life, one of which was personally initiating and leading the Cultural Revolution....
Zhang Jing: Why is the Mental State of Chinese People So Concerning?
Recently, the news about young people in mainland China starting to raise slime molds as pets became a hot topic on social media, with related videos amassing over 3 million views. Some individuals interviewed by the media stated that they started raising slime molds due to "excessive work pressure" and wanted to "distract themselves." However, some netizens remarked that this reflects the deeply concerning mental state of today’s Chinese youth, describing it as "spiritually impoverished, tantamount to brain death."...
Gao Zhengpu: When Countries Start Rejecting the Lies of the Chinese Communist Party
On September 28 this year, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated during the UN General Debate that "UN Resolution 2758 has fully resolved the issue of China’s representation, including Taiwan." He adopted a firm stance, not allowing any country to question this, especially since parliaments in countries like the Netherlands and Australia had passed resolutions recognizing that "the resolution did not determine that the People's Republic of China holds sovereignty over Taiwan, nor does it exclude Taiwan from participating in the UN or other international organizations."...