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UN Chief’s Stark Hormuz Warning: A Global Economy on the Brink
UN chief Antonio Guterres warned that prolonged closure of the vital Strait of Hormuz could trigger global recession, soaring inflation, and push tens of millions into poverty.
Ceasefire Pauses Legal Clock for Potential Iran War
Defense Secretary Hegseth says the ceasefire with Iran may “pause” a key legal deadline for congressional war authorization, sparking a debate with Senator Kaine.
UAE Exits OPEC+: What This Means For Oil Prices
The UAE’s surprise exit from the OPEC+ oil alliance in May 2026 could weaken the group’s control and lead to more volatile energy prices worldwide.
Glacier-Fed Desert Crabs: A Sweet Surprise from Xinjiang 🦀
In Xinjiang, 280,000 Yangtze crab seedlings are thriving in glacier meltwater, yielding sweet, firm meat without the usual muddy smell—a delicious innovation in desert farming.
Xi Jinping Honors Workers on International Labor Day 2026 🎉
President Xi Jinping extends festive greetings to workers on International Labor Day 2026, coinciding with the CPC’s 105th anniversary and the start of the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Europe’s Top Think-Tank Chief Calls for Closer China-EU Ties
European Policy Centre chief Fabian Zuleeg urges China and the EU to overcome differences and collaborate on major global challenges, praising China’s development and Europe’s growing independence.
Building Bridges, Not Walls: Cultural Exchange Key to China-Europe Future
Achilles Tsaltas advocates for a future where cultural understanding and youth connections define the positive partnership between China and Europe.
Trump Slams NATO Allies Italy and Spain as ‘Absolutely Horrible’
US President Donald Trump sharply criticizes NATO allies Italy and Spain, calling them ‘absolutely horrible’ for insufficient support in the conflict with Iran.
80 Years Later: World Demands Japan’s War Apology
On the 80th anniversary of the Tokyo Trials, international voices urge Japan to apologize for wartime aggression and settle historical debts.