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We Talk: Ceuta residents and migrant reflect on border crisis
We Talk: Ceuta residents and migrant reflect on border crisis
Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said Tuesday that about 72,000 migrants risked their lives setting out from Morocco, crossing by sea or on foot to reach Ceuta, an autonomous city of...
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Beijing, the capital of China, has been designated as the UNESCO-International Union of Architects (UIA) World Capital of Architecture 2029 by UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany.
Beijing designated as UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture 2029
Beijing, the capital of China, has been designated as the UNESCO-International Union of Architects (UIA) World Capital of Architecture 2029 by UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany.
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Japan and South Korea are enduring one of the most severe heat waves in recent years, with record-breaking temperatures claiming lives, damaging agriculture, disrupting daily activities and raising growing concerns over the increasing frequency of extreme weather events.
Japan and South Korea hit by record heat wave as climate change intensifies extreme weather
Japan and South Korea are enduring one of the most severe heat waves in recent years, with record-breaking temperatures claiming lives, damaging agriculture, disrupting daily activities and raising gr...
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Türkiye's ruling alliance said Wednesday it had submitted draft legislation to parliament to establish a legal framework for implementing the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK)'s disarmament, a key step in advancing the government's initiative to end PKK insurgency.
Türkiye's ruling alliance presents legal framework for PKK disarmament
Türkiye's ruling alliance said Wednesday it had submitted draft legislation to parliament to establish a legal framework for implementing the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK)'s disarmament, a key step i...
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A Leaf's Journey Out of the Mountains, a bilingual integrated‑media short video released by HiGansu of Gansu International Communication Center(GICC) on August 4, 2026, centers its narrative on the long‑distance travel of a tea leaf.
A Leaf's Path Out of the Mountains: Tracing the journey from the farm to the global marketplace
A Leaf's Journey Out of the Mountains, a bilingual integrated‑media short video released by HiGansu of Gansu International Communication Center(GICC) on August 4, 2026, centers its narrative on the lo...
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Huawei-backed Maextro on Wednesday launched the V800, its first ultra-luxury multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), marking another step in Chinese automakers' push into one of the last premium vehicle segments long dominated by imported brands.
Huawei-backed Maextro enters ultra-luxury MPV market as Chinese brands move upmarket
Huawei-backed Maextro on Wednesday launched the V800, its first ultra-luxury multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), marking another step in Chinese automakers' push into one of the last premium vehicle segments...
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An AI agent was caught creating fake online identities to gain unauthorized access to secure systems during tests of models from OpenAI and Anthropic, Britain's AI Security Institute (AISI) disclosed on Tuesday.
Anthropic AI agent tried to trick humans in tests, OpenAI also breached rules
An AI agent was caught creating fake online identities to gain unauthorized access to secure systems during tests of models from OpenAI and Anthropic, Britain's AI Security Institute (AISI) disclosed...
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Construction of China's highest meteorological observation tower has passed the 200-meter mark in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Known as Luzhou Tower, the facility is expected to reach 400 meters upon completion, becoming China's tallest atmospheric research tower.
China's highest meteorological observation tower surpasses 200 meters
Construction of China's highest meteorological observation tower has passed the 200-meter mark in Hefei, east China's Anhui Province. Known as Luzhou Tower, the facility is expected to reach 400 meter...
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Lava flows down Guatemala's Fuego volcano as locals flee #WorldNow
Lava flows down Guatemala's Fuego volcano as locals flee
Guatemala ordered evacuations in southern communities after the Fuego volcano erupted, sending ash columns up to 6,000 meters high, along with lava and gas down its slopes. Authorities issued an orang...
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Chinese scientists have successfully produced and identified the rare atomic nucleus hafnium-153 using a powerful "super microscope" in southern China, marking the first physics achievement from the country's newest mega-lab.
Rare atomic nucleus found using China's new 'super microscope'
Chinese scientists have successfully produced and identified the rare atomic nucleus hafnium-153 using a powerful "super microscope" in southern China, marking the first physics achievement from the c...
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The three Shenzhou-21 astronauts made their first public appearance on Tuesday, sharing highlights from their record-setting 210-day stay aboard China's Tiangong space station. #SpaceChina
China's Shenzhou-21 astronauts share highlights from 210-day mission
The three Shenzhou-21 astronauts made their first public appearance on Tuesday, sharing highlights from their record-setting 210-day stay aboard China's Tiangong space station.
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What happens when a fungus sprouts from an apple? For one woman in east China's Zhejiang Province, the curious discovery marked the beginning of an unexpected scientific journey. news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08...
Yemen's Houthis said they carried out a missile attack on a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea, Al Jazeera reported, citing Yahya Saree, the military spokesperson for the group. Saree did not say when the attack took place.
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Europe faces record heat, drought and water-related pressures
Europe is experiencing a summer of extreme heat and drought, with record temperatures, wildfire risks and falling river levels affecting several countries.
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"Calculated mutual pressure": Why US and Iran disagree on whether in talks or not
'Calculated mutual pressure': Why US and Iran disagree on whether in talks or not
A glaring rhetorical divide has opened between Washington and Tehran over the status of bilateral negotiations over the past several days, representing calculated strategic moves on both sides designe...
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US launches voluntary AI safety review framework news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08...
US launches voluntary AI safety review framework
The White House has finalized a voluntary framework for reviewing the cybersecurity capabilities of the most advanced artificial intelligence models before they are released, marking a new step in the...
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday again expressed her opposition to the US tariff policy, arguing there are more effective ways to strengthen a regional economy and resolve trade disputes between countries. news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08...
Mexican president decries US tariff policy
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday again expressed her opposition to the US tariff policy, arguing there are more effective ways to strengthen a regional economy and resolve trade disputes...
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The United States has revoked the visa of the Brazilian ambassador in Washington after Brazil withheld formal approval for President Donald Trump's nominee as US ambassador and denied visas to two American diplomats, a senior State Department official said on Tuesday. news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08...
US revokes Brazilian ambassador's visa in diplomatic rift
The United States has revoked the visa of the Brazilian ambassador in Washington after Brazil withheld formal approval for President Donald Trump's nominee as US ambassador and denied visas to two Am...
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Qatar said on Tuesday that mediators were making progress in efforts to end the US-Iran war, driving oil prices lower, although Tehran has denied US President Donald Trump's assertion that talks are already under way. news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08...
Qatar says mediation efforts to end US-Iran war making progress
Qatar said on Tuesday that mediators were making progress in efforts to end the US-Iran war, driving oil prices lower, although Tehran has denied US President Donald Trump's assertion that talks are a...
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A cyclosporiasis outbreak in the United States has caused two deaths in Michigan, the state's health department said on Monday, according to Reuters. They are the first deaths reported in the US since cases of the infection began spreading nationwide in May. news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08...
Michigan reports first deaths linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak in US
A cyclosporiasis outbreak in the United States has caused two deaths in Michigan, the state's health department said on Monday, according to Reuters.
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday that a deal with Iran could be reached on Tuesday or Wednesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says deal may be reached by Wednesday to reopen Strait of Hormuz: CNBC
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday that a deal with Iran could be reached on Tuesday or Wednesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Two fluffy white-naped crane chicks were spotted alongside their parents in the wetlands of Xilingol Grassland National Nature Reserve in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, reflecting the success of ongoing conservation efforts. #ChinaSeen
White-naped cranes out for a family stroll in Inner Mongolia
A pair of elegant white-naped cranes were spotted raising two fluffy chicks in the wetlands of Xilingol Grassland National Nature Reserve in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. The attenti...
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Yemen's Houthi group on Tuesday claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Najran airport in southwestern Saudi Arabia, saying it was in response to alleged Saudi drone incursions into Yemeni airspace.
Yemen's Houthis claim drone strike on Saudi airport
Yemen's Houthi group on Tuesday claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Najran airport in southwestern Saudi Arabia, saying it was in response to alleged Saudi drone incursions into Yemeni airspa...
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China on Tuesday launched the 23rd group of satellites for its low-Earth-orbit satellite internet constellation from Hainan Commercial Space Launch Site in Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province. #SpaceChina
China launches 23rd group of low-Earth-orbit internet satellites
China on Tuesday launched the 23rd group of satellites for its low-Earth-orbit satellite internet constellation from Hainan Commercial Space Launch Site in Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province.A Lo...
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China will continue to bring to bear its medical professionals in Africa, assist African countries and provide the support it needs to bring an early end to the Ebola outbreak, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.
China to provide support in Africa for early end to Ebola outbreak: spokesperson
China will continue to bring to bear its medical professionals in Africa, assist African countries and provide the support it needs to bring an early end to the Ebola outbreak, a Chinese Foreign Minis...
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On July 31, a new national intelligence apparatus began operating in Tokyo. Established by the government of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, the National Intelligence Bureau serves as the executive arm of the newly established National Intelligence Council, chaired by the prime minister.
Japan's new intelligence agency fuels fears of a return to militarism
On July 31, a new national intelligence apparatus began operating in Tokyo.Established by the government of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) serves as the...
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Mediator countries condemned on Monday recent Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip, saying the attacks undermined efforts to implement the second phase of a ceasefire agreement and threatened ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
Gaza strikes draw condemnation as transition efforts face challenges
Mediator countries condemned on Monday recent Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip, saying the attacks undermined efforts to implement the second phase of a ceasefire agreement and threatened ongoing dip...
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Nestled in the heart of the Changbai Mountains, Baishan City in northeast China's Jilin Province offers outdoor adventures by day and dazzling light shows after dark.
Looking for a cool summer escape in China?
Nestled in the heart of the Changbai Mountains, Baishan City in northeast China's Jilin Province offers outdoor adventures by day and dazzling light shows after dark.With forests covering nearly 85% o...
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US President Donald Trump said on Monday that talks with Iran are "going on right now," calling it Tehran's "last chance" for a deal to end the five-month war. However, Iran denied that any negotiations were taking place or planned.
US, Iran at odds over talks as Hormuz standoff persists
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that talks with Iran are "going on right now," calling it Tehran's "last chance" for a deal to end the five-month war. However, Iran denied that any negotiatio...
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China's services trade expanded by 8.3% year on year in the first half of 2026, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday.
China's service trade grows by 8.3% in the first half of 2026
China's services trade expanded by 8.3% year on year in the first half of 2026, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday.
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