Guterres Calls for Climate Unity as COP30 Deadline Looms
UN chief Guterres urges a balanced COP30 deal on mitigation, adaptation & finance to keep the 1.5°C target alive, pressing for $300B annual adaptation funding by 2035.
G20’s African Debut: Is This the Game-Changer Africa Needs?
As the G20 gathers on African soil for the first time, experts question if this summit can drive real growth, tech innovation and fair partnerships beyond mere symbolism.
80 Years On: How Nuremberg Trials Shaped Global Justice
On the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials, experts reflect on how Germany’s reckoning with its wartime crimes won global respect and set a justice landmark.
Fire Halts COP30 Talks in Belem; Chinese Pavilion Unharmed
A fire broke out at COP30 in Belem, briefly disrupting talks, but the Chinese pavilion remained safe. 13 people treated; blaze controlled in 30 minutes.
TAZARA Rail Revamp Kicks Off: China Teams Up with Zambia & Tanzania
China, Zambia and Tanzania kick off the TAZARA railway modernization project, aiming to boost trade, connectivity and local development across East Africa.
Shanghai Waves Goodbye to Chamber Pots in Urban Makeover
Shanghai’s latest urban renewal kicks chamber pots to the curb, bringing private baths, elevators, and green community spaces to historic neighborhoods.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Touches Down in SA for Historic G20
Chinese premier Li Qiang arrived Thursday in Johannesburg for Africa’s first-ever G20 Summit. This weekend’s talks will spotlight multilateralism, open economy & sustainable development.
Inside Kai Tak Stadium’s Glowing Facade Design
Explore Simon Lee’s design magic behind Kai Tak Main Stadium’s unique, light-responsive facade and the harbour views shaping Hong Kong’s new sports icon.
China Tells Japan to Mind Its Own Business on Taiwan
On Nov 20, 2025, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told Japan to mind its own business on Taiwan, citing historical responsibility and the 80th anniversary of Taiwan’s return.
Experts Warn of Japanese Militarist Rhetoric in PM Takaichi’s Taiwan Region Remarks
Experts caution that PM Takaichi’s recent Taiwan region remarks echo WWII-era militarist rhetoric, sparking concerns over rising tensions and historical distortions in East Asia.