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Omanyala and Thomas headline Kip Keino Classic
Since its inception in 2020, the Kip Keino Classic has produced several notable moments, including Omanyala's African record of 9.77 seconds in the men's 100 metres
By Xinhua 12 days ago
Omanyala and Thomas headline Kip Keino Classic
China unveils package of policies, measures to boost ties with Taiwan
The Chinese mainland on Sunday rolled out a package of 10 policies and measures spanning inter-party communication, infrastructure, travel, trade, and culture
By Xinhua 19 days ago
China unveils package of policies, measures to boost ties with Taiwan
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Ceasefire buys time, not trust, in US-Iran standoff
A two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran has paused hostilities, but analysts warn it has not built the trust needed to prevent conflict from resuming
By Xinhua 19 days ago
Ceasefire buys time, not trust, in US-Iran standoff
Sudan enters third year of war amid crisis, fragile recovery hopes
Sudan's conflict enters its third year, and the country remains trapped in a protracted crisis with no immediate resolution in sight.
By Xinhua 19 days ago
Sudan enters third year of war amid crisis, fragile recovery hopes
China launches AI-powered digital doctor platform for Parkinson's disease
Parkinson's disease is emerging as a common chronic condition among older adults, prompting China to launch the first AI-powered digital doctor platform for the disease.
By Xinhua 22 days ago
China launches AI-powered digital doctor platform for Parkinson's disease
What to know about the USA's Artemis II Moon mission
NASA's Artemis II Moon mission lifted off on Wednesday from the US state of Florida, carrying four astronauts on the first crewed flight around the Moon in more than 50 years.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What to know about the USA's Artemis II Moon mission
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How escalation in Middle East spills over, impacts global economy
With US-Israel joint military strikes on Iran entering the fifth week with no clear path to resolution, the economic aftershocks are spreading far beyond the Middle East.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
How escalation in Middle East spills over, impacts global economy
What's Washington seeking to achieve with a military buildup in the Middle East?
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would prefer to "take the oil in Iran" and suggested seizing Kharg Island, the Islamic Republic's oil export hub.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What's Washington seeking to achieve with a military buildup in the Middle East?
China's vice president to visit Kenya, South Africa and Seychelles
China’s VP Han Zheng to visit Kenya, South Africa and Seychelles from March 22 to 30 at invitation of DP Kindiki and his counterparts, tour to boost bilateral ties.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
China's vice president to visit Kenya, South Africa and Seychelles
What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran war on global food security
The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is sending shockwaves across the globe and affecting multiple sectors.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran war on global food security
China's five-year roadmap bets big on innovation in strategic leap
China’s draft 15th Five-Year Plan outlines a strategic shift to turn the country from the world’s factory into a global innovation powerhouse by 2030.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
China's five-year roadmap bets big on innovation in strategic leap
Somalia president signs new constitution into law
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia has signed the country's new constitution into law to help create a legal framework to strengthen governance and enhance political stability.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
Somalia president signs new constitution into law
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What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran conflict on regional energy supply
The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is creating increasingly widespread ripple effects across the Middle East.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran conflict on regional energy supply
Chinese scientists develop non-invasive method for brain imaging in mice
Chinese researchers have created a new imaging system that allows for long-term, high-resolution imaging of the mouse brain in a non-invasive manner.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
Chinese scientists develop non-invasive method for brain imaging in mice
Supreme leader Khamenei killed in US strike, Iran State media says
Iran’s state media confirmed that its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli attack on Saturday, prompting Iranian missile strikes on Israel and US targets.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
Supreme leader Khamenei killed in US strike, Iran State media says
What to know about latest US-Israeli strike on Iran
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli attack on Saturday, prompting Iranian missile strikes on Israel and US targets.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
What to know about latest US-Israeli strike on Iran
Four years on: Is peace any closer in Russia-Ukraine crisis?
As the Ukraine crisis marked its fourth anniversary on Tuesday, the conflict remains entrenched in a stalemate, with mounting human and economic costs
By Xinhua 2 months ago
Four years on: Is peace any closer in Russia-Ukraine crisis?
New "air taxis" debut in central China as nation accelerates low-altitude drive
A silent aircraft with rotors tucked inside its fuselage lifted off in front of an auditorium in downtown Wuhan, capital of central China's Hubei Province, drawing cheers from astonished onlookers.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
New "air taxis" debut in central China as nation accelerates low-altitude drive
War risks mount in Middle East ahead of US-Iran Geneva talks
While the United States and Iran are scheduled to resume talks on Thursday, there is little indication of de-escalation in their military standoff.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
War risks mount in Middle East ahead of US-Iran Geneva talks
How Chinese elements shine at Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics
From alpine venues in the snow-dusted Italian mountains to the streets of Milan, the 2026 Winter Olympics have drawn global attention.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
How Chinese elements shine at Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics
China claims two snow golds at Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics
China claimed two golds on snow at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Wednesday, while Norway's cross-country sensation Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo raised his Winter Olympic gold medal tally to ten.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
China claims two snow golds at Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics
Kipchoge sees Olympic flag bearer role as huge opportunity
Kenyan marathoner Eliud Kipchoge says he is honored to serve as an Olympic flag bearer at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
Kipchoge sees Olympic flag bearer role as huge opportunity
Artificial organ keeps patient alive for 48 hours after removal of bilateral lungs
An artificial organ keeps a patient alive for 48 hours after the removal of bilateral lungs.
By Xinhua 3 months ago
Artificial organ keeps patient alive for 48 hours after removal of bilateral lungs
Spain to hold three-day mourning following deadly train crash
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday announced three days of official mourning following a train crash in southern Spain that has killed at least 40 people.
By Xinhua 3 months ago
Spain to hold three-day mourning following deadly train crash
China factory explosion kills two, injures 66
An explosion at a steel factory in northern China killed two people and injured 66 on Sunday, with five more still missing, state media said.
By Xinhua 3 months ago
China factory explosion kills two, injures 66
Omanyala and Thomas headline Kip Keino Classic
Since its inception in 2020, the Kip Keino Classic has produced several notable moments, including Omanyala's African record of 9.77 seconds in the men's 100 metres
By Xinhua 12 days ago
Omanyala and Thomas headline Kip Keino Classic
China unveils package of policies, measures to boost ties with Taiwan
The Chinese mainland on Sunday rolled out a package of 10 policies and measures spanning inter-party communication, infrastructure, travel, trade, and culture
By Xinhua 19 days ago
China unveils package of policies, measures to boost ties with Taiwan
Premium
Ceasefire buys time, not trust, in US-Iran standoff
A two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran has paused hostilities, but analysts warn it has not built the trust needed to prevent conflict from resuming
By Xinhua 19 days ago
Ceasefire buys time, not trust, in US-Iran standoff
Sudan enters third year of war amid crisis, fragile recovery hopes
Sudan's conflict enters its third year, and the country remains trapped in a protracted crisis with no immediate resolution in sight.
By Xinhua 19 days ago
Sudan enters third year of war amid crisis, fragile recovery hopes
China launches AI-powered digital doctor platform for Parkinson's disease
Parkinson's disease is emerging as a common chronic condition among older adults, prompting China to launch the first AI-powered digital doctor platform for the disease.
By Xinhua 22 days ago
China launches AI-powered digital doctor platform for Parkinson's disease
What to know about the USA's Artemis II Moon mission
NASA's Artemis II Moon mission lifted off on Wednesday from the US state of Florida, carrying four astronauts on the first crewed flight around the Moon in more than 50 years.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What to know about the USA's Artemis II Moon mission
Premium
How escalation in Middle East spills over, impacts global economy
With US-Israel joint military strikes on Iran entering the fifth week with no clear path to resolution, the economic aftershocks are spreading far beyond the Middle East.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
How escalation in Middle East spills over, impacts global economy
What's Washington seeking to achieve with a military buildup in the Middle East?
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would prefer to "take the oil in Iran" and suggested seizing Kharg Island, the Islamic Republic's oil export hub.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What's Washington seeking to achieve with a military buildup in the Middle East?
China's vice president to visit Kenya, South Africa and Seychelles
China’s VP Han Zheng to visit Kenya, South Africa and Seychelles from March 22 to 30 at invitation of DP Kindiki and his counterparts, tour to boost bilateral ties.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
China's vice president to visit Kenya, South Africa and Seychelles
What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran war on global food security
The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is sending shockwaves across the globe and affecting multiple sectors.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran war on global food security
China's five-year roadmap bets big on innovation in strategic leap
China’s draft 15th Five-Year Plan outlines a strategic shift to turn the country from the world’s factory into a global innovation powerhouse by 2030.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
China's five-year roadmap bets big on innovation in strategic leap
Somalia president signs new constitution into law
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia has signed the country's new constitution into law to help create a legal framework to strengthen governance and enhance political stability.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
Somalia president signs new constitution into law
Premium
What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran conflict on regional energy supply
The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is creating increasingly widespread ripple effects across the Middle East.
By Xinhua 1 month ago
What to know about impact of US-Israel-Iran conflict on regional energy supply
Chinese scientists develop non-invasive method for brain imaging in mice
Chinese researchers have created a new imaging system that allows for long-term, high-resolution imaging of the mouse brain in a non-invasive manner.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
Chinese scientists develop non-invasive method for brain imaging in mice
Supreme leader Khamenei killed in US strike, Iran State media says
Iran’s state media confirmed that its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli attack on Saturday, prompting Iranian missile strikes on Israel and US targets.
By Xinhua 2 months ago
Supreme leader Khamenei killed in US strike, Iran State media says
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