US blacklists Chinese tech giants as Beijing condemns move and warns of retaliation

US blacklists Chinese tech giants as Beijing condemns move and warns of retaliation

Beijing has expressed strong opposition after the United States moved to place several major Chinese technology firms on a blacklist over allegations of ties to the Chinese military, a decision that has further strained relations between the two global powers. The latest update from the US Department of Defense includes well-known companies such as Alibaba, […]

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Zelensky Meets European Allies in the UK as Russian Strike Damages Nuclear Facility Near Chernobyl

Zelensky Meets European Allies in the UK as Russian Strike Damages Nuclear Facility Near Chernobyl

As the war in Ukraine continues to reshape Europe’s security landscape, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky traveled to the United Kingdom for a series of high-level defence discussions with key European allies following a new wave of Russian attacks that left multiple people dead and damaged a nuclear-related facility near Chernobyl. Upon arrival in London, Zelensky […]

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At least 15 dead after powerful earthquake strikes southern Philippines, triggering tsunami alerts

At least 15 dead after powerful earthquake strikes southern Philippines, triggering tsunami alerts

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of the Philippines today, causing widespread destruction, claiming at least 15 lives, and triggering tsunami warnings across multiple countries in the Asia-Pacific region. The earthquake occurred offshore near General Santos City, one of the largest urban centers in southern Philippines, home to more than 700,000 residents. […]

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Gaokao 2026: 12.9 Million Students Face China’s Toughest Exam Amid Growing Concerns Over Youth Employment

For millions of families across China, the annual Gaokao examination represents more than just a test—it symbolizes hope, ambition, sacrifice, and the pursuit of a better future. On Sunday, approximately 12.9 million students across the country began taking the highly competitive national university entrance examination, known as the Gaokao. Widely regarded as one of the […]

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