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US Pushes UN Move on Iran, China and Russia Likely to Block

May 8, 2026

The United States is pushing a new United Nations resolution that would require Iran to stop attacks and remove mines from the Strait of Hormuz. The plan was drafted by Washington, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar. The resolution calls for Iran to halt its military a

politics

China’s Anti-Corruption Drive Hits Airline Boss

May 8, 2026

Liu Shaoyong, once the chief of China Eastern Airlines, faces serious bribery accusations. Authorities say he used several high‑ranking roles to favor others and pocket money and gifts. The case includes his time leading the airline, not just earlier positions. Earlier this month, China’s t

politics

Armenia’s Election: A Test of Freedom Against Russian Pressure

May 8, 2026

In the weeks before June 7, Armenia’s parliamentary vote has become a frontline for a larger battle over its future direction. Russia’s top media voices have issued open calls for conflict, citing the need to “protect Russian interests” in Yerevan. These remarks echo the same rhetoric that jus

health

Finding Happiness After a Disability

May 8, 2026

People with physical disabilities in China often say they feel very happy, even though life can be hard. Researchers want to know why this happens. Past studies looked at numbers from surveys and found that help from friends, family, and inner confidence can boost happiness. But those studies were s

business

Fireworks Factory Explosion Claims 37 Lives in China

May 8, 2026

A loud blast tore through a fireworks factory in Liuyang, Hunan, on Monday afternoon. The town is famous for making most of China’s fireworks sold locally and abroad. The explosion happened around 4:40 p. m. , just as workers were busy preparing for the upcoming festival season. The tragedy ha

politics

British MPs Head to China After Years of Silence

May 8, 2026

A group of twelve lawmakers from both major parties is set to travel to China this month, marking the first time in seven years that British parliamentarians have visited the country. The trip is arranged by a nonprofit organization linked to the government that aims to strengthen ties with China.

politics

Trump Heads to China as Oil and Tech Tangles

May 8, 2026

The United States is preparing for President Trump’s visit to China next week, a trip that could reshape both energy and technology ties between the two giants. The backdrop is the ongoing conflict in Iran, which keeps global oil prices high and pressures both nations to find new ways to stabilize m

crime

Justice Served but Questions Remain in Hong Kong Dissident Spy Case

May 8, 2026

Two British residents with ties to China were found guilty in London last week of gathering intelligence on democracy activists originally from Hong Kong. The men, aged 65 and 40, claimed they were just ordinary locals, but prosecutors presented evidence showing they had collected personal details a

politics

How Close Are We to a Truce in the Iran Conflict?

May 8, 2026

Diplomatic efforts to freeze the Iran war are shifting from ambitious peace deals to short-term fixes. Right now, the focus is on a temporary truce that would pause fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz while deeper talks continue. The plan has three rough steps: ending the war officially, solvin

weather

A Heat Wave That Could Make 2027 the Warmest Year Ever

May 7, 2026

Scientists warn that a huge El Niño is forming in the Pacific and could peak by the end of next year. This storm is expected to be even stronger than the powerful 2015‑16 event and may rival the intense 1877 El Niño, which caused worldwide suffering in the late 19th century. The combination of this