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US Treasury Secretary warns allies to back economic isolation of Iran

US Treasury Secretary warns allies to back economic isolation of Iran

The Trump administration has issued an ultimatum for allies to join its maximum pressure campaign against Iran, threatening secondary penalties that have already pushed Brent crude past $93 a barrel.

World ·21 Aug 2026, 12:49 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read
Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan sentenced to life in prison for massive fraud

Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan sentenced to life in prison for massive fraud

A Shenzhen court sentenced China Evergrande Group founder Hui Ka Yan to life in prison and levied billions in fines following a massive financial fraud investigation.

Business ·20 Aug 2026, 09:22 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
China evacuates over 1 million people as Typhoon Dolphin hits east coast

China evacuates over 1 million people as Typhoon Dolphin hits east coast

While winds have subsided, a transition to extreme rainfall has triggered red alerts and mass relocations across Zhejiang and Fujian to prevent landslides.

World ·10 Aug 2026, 06:05 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read
SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY Has Biggest Opening Weekend Ever, Beats ENDGAME

SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY Has Biggest Opening Weekend Ever, Beats ENDGAME

The film's massive success marks a shift toward emotional storytelling over nostalgia, helping it challenge Avengers: Endgame for the biggest domestic opening.

Entertainment ·4 Aug 2026, 01:51 ·Iris Kane 4 min read
Malaysia seeks China approval for overland durian exports to ease glut

Malaysia seeks China approval for overland durian exports to ease glut

Malaysia is pursuing overland export routes for fresh durians to China to manage a significant domestic supply surplus. Current bilateral agreements do not permit land-based transit, and officials are evaluating quality standards for potential future shipments.

Business ·16 Jul 2026, 13:09 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
China shoe factory fire kills 28 in Fujian province

China shoe factory fire kills 28 in Fujian province

A fire at the Huiteng Shoes factory in Jinjiang, Fujian province, resulted in 28 deaths after flammable materials obstructed emergency exits. Authorities have detained the factory owner as part of an investigation into the incident.

World ·9 Jul 2026, 21:31 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
China test-launches ballistic missile from submarine into South Pacific

China test-launches ballistic missile from submarine into South Pacific

The People's Liberation Army Navy conducted a submarine-launched ballistic missile test, prompting concern from New Zealand, Australia, and Japan.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 11:06 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read
Molly Tea ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5m for trademark infringement

Molly Tea ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5m for trademark infringement

A Suzhou court ordered Molly Tea to pay damages and issue a public apology for infringing on seven of Louis Vuitton's registered four-petal flower trademarks.

Business ·6 Jul 2026, 06:35 ·Elena Voss 4 min read
Tibetan activist dies after self-immolation outside UN headquarters in NYC

Tibetan activist dies after self-immolation outside UN headquarters in NYC

A man died after setting himself on fire outside the United Nations headquarters in New York City. The event occurred amid long-standing tensions regarding Chinese governance in Tibet.

World ·3 Jul 2026, 11:34 ·Samir Haddad 3 min read