U.S.: President Donald Trump has signed an executive order endorsing a deal to transfer majority ownership of TikTok's U.S. operations to American investors, including Oracle and Silver Lake, with ByteDance retaining a minority stake.


U.S.: Trump Signs Executive Order Bringing TikTok Under US Ownership

#Gravitas A Chinese journalist jailed for four years after documenting the early phases of the COVID-19 outbreak from Wuhan, the pandemic’s epicentre, has once again been sentenced to four more years in prison.

China Arrests Journo Who Exposed Covid-19 Truth, Again

China's New Climate Goals:  China has unveiled a new climate action plan at a united nations summit. Marking its first-ever pledge with absolute targets for reducing planet-warming emissions. The plan sets a goal to cut emissions by 7 to 10 percent by 2035 from peak levels. This is a significant change from previous commitments. 

China's New Climate Goals: Pledges 7–10% Emission Cuts by 2035

#Gravitas China has opened a direct Arctic shipping route to Europe, cutting travel times in half and placing Beijing one step ahead in the race for control of international commerce. 

China's Arctic Shortcut To Europe 

Super Typhoon Ragasa has slammed into Hong Kong, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and massive flooding. The storm has triggered a citywide shutdown, with transportation halted, businesses closed, and emergency services on high alert.

Ragasa Wreaks Havoc In China After Slamming Taiwan, Hong Kong

China’s latest and most capable aircraft carrier has used its new electromagnetic catapult to successfully launch three types of aircraft, according to Chinese state media, which released footage of the launches for the first time to mark the technological breakthrough.

Chinese Naval Airpower Enters New Era With Fujian Electromagnetic Launch System 

Super Typhoon Ragasa is expected to make landfall in China on Wednesday (Sep 24). Ahead of this, already, Hong Kong and parts of southern China were on high alert as powerful winds and lashing rains forced Chinese authorities to shut down schools and businesses in at least 10 cities.&nbsp;<h2>Which Areas of Hong Kong Are Most Affected by Typhoon Ragasa?</h2>Ragasa, the world's most powerful tropical cyclone this year, as per Hong Kong's weather service, was generating maximum sustained winds of 195 kilometres (121 miles) per hour near its centre as it moved west across the South China Sea.By nightfall Tuesday, enormous waves were already slamming the city's waterfront. In the Heng Fa Chuen residential district, waves nearly five meters high battered the promenade. Residents prepared for the worst. Talking to AFP, Terence Choi, a resident, revealed that he had stocked up on food and worried about losing power and water. In Lei Yue Mun, a low-lying fishing village long vulnerable to typhoons, 71-year-old Yang Lee-o recalled water reaching her thighs during a past storm. “Lei Yue Mun is the hardest hit whenever there's a typhoon or rainstorm,” she said as workers stacked sandbags.<h2>Highest typhoon warning issued in Hong Kong</h2>The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest warning signal, T10, at 2:40 am local time, cautioning that it would remain in effect "for some time" as the storm made its closest approach. Forecasters have warned of dangerous storm surges, with water levels in some areas expected to rise four to five meters above normal.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-wall-of-water-hits-taiwan-decades-old-lake-barrier-collapses-14-killed-100-missing-after-typhoon-ragasa-1758680083025">‘Wall of water’ hits Taiwan: Dam collapse kills 14, 100+ missing after typhoon</a><h2>How Severe Is Typhoon Ragasa Compared to Past Typhoons?</h2>Officials warned Ragasa could rival the devastating super typhoons of 2017 and 2018, which left hundreds of millions in property damage. Scientists say warming seas driven by climate change are fuelling stronger and more destructive storms in the region.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/white-house-claims-un-staffers-tried-to-humiliate-trump-with-escalatorgate-at-unga-un-replies-1758682328512">White House claims UN tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate'. UN replies</a><h2>Safety Tips During&nbsp;Typhoon&nbsp;Ragasa</h2>Across the border in Guangdong province, authorities ordered sweeping precautions. In Shenzhen, China’s tech hub, 400,000 people were evacuated. Residents were urged to stay indoors unless part of an emergency or rescue team. Emergency management authorities in the Chinese tech hub said that except for emergency rescue personnel and those ensuring people's livelihood, "do not go out casually". In Zhuhai, shopkeepers taped windows and cleared streets of loose objects.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Flights, Ferries, and Public Transport Status&nbsp;</h2>Flights were halted at Hong Kong International Airport after 1000 GMT, with Cathay Pacific announcing more than 500 cancellations.&nbsp;<h2>Are schools closed today due to Typhoon Ragasa?</h2>While schools were closed for two days, Hong Kong’s stock exchange, under new rules, kept trading open. Ragasa, whose name comes from the Filipino word for “rapid motion,” is expected to make landfall in Guangdong within the next few hours.

Super Typhoon Ragasa , which is the world's most powerful tropical cyclone this year, has prompted widespread closures and evacuations in Hong Kong and southern China. When will it make landfall? All you need to know.

Super Typhoon Ragasa is expected to make landfall in China on Wednesday (Sep 24). Ahead of this, already, Hong Kong and parts of southern China were on high alert as powerful winds and lashing rains forced Chinese authorities to shut down schools and businesses in at least 10 cities. Which Areas of Hong Kong Are Most Affected by Typhoon Ragasa? Ragasa, the world's most powerful tropical cyclone this year, as per Hong Kong's weather service, was generating maximum sustained winds of 195 kilometres (121 miles) per hour near its centre as it moved west across the South China Sea. By nightfall Tuesday, enormous waves were already slamming the city's waterfront. In the Heng Fa Chuen residential district, waves nearly five meters high battered the promenade. Residents prepared for the worst. Talking to AFP, Terence Choi, a resident, revealed that he had stocked up on food and worried about losing power and water. In Lei Yue Mun, a low-lying fishing village long vulnerable to typhoons, 71-year-old Yang Lee-o recalled water reaching her thighs during a past storm. “Lei Yue Mun is the hardest hit whenever there's a typhoon or rainstorm,” she said as workers stacked sandbags. Highest typhoon warning issued in Hong Kong The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest warning signal, T10, at 2:40 am local time, cautioning that it would remain in effect "for some time" as the storm made its closest approach. Forecasters have warned of dangerous storm surges, with water levels in some areas expected to rise four to five meters above normal. Also read | ‘Wall of water’ hits Taiwan: Dam collapse kills 14, 100+ missing after typhoon How Severe Is Typhoon Ragasa Compared to Past Typhoons? Officials warned Ragasa could rival the devastating super typhoons of 2017 and 2018, which left hundreds of millions in property damage. Scientists say warming seas driven by climate change are fuelling stronger and more destructive storms in the region. Also read | White House claims UN tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate'. UN replies Safety Tips During Typhoon Ragasa Across the border in Guangdong province, authorities ordered sweeping precautions. In Shenzhen, China’s tech hub, 400,000 people were evacuated. Residents were urged to stay indoors unless part of an emergency or rescue team. Emergency management authorities in the Chinese tech hub said that except for emergency rescue personnel and those ensuring people's livelihood, "do not go out casually". In Zhuhai, shopkeepers taped windows and cleared streets of loose objects. Flights, Ferries, and Public Transport Status Flights were halted at Hong Kong International Airport after 1000 GMT, with Cathay Pacific announcing more than 500 cancellations. Are schools closed today due to Typhoon Ragasa? While schools were closed for two days, Hong Kong’s stock exchange, under new rules, kept trading open. Ragasa, whose name comes from the Filipino word for “rapid motion,” is expected to make landfall in Guangdong within the next few hours.

Super Typhoon Ragasa, which is the world's most powerful tropical cyclone this year, has prompted widespread closures and evacuations in Hong Kong and southern China. When will it make landfall? All you need to know.

Super Typhoon Ragasa slams Hong Kong; Schools, offices shut as China braces for landfall of storm that killed 17 in Taiwan, Philippines

China: The Dashixia Dam in Xinjiang, China—the world's tallest concrete-faced rockfill dam—has started storing water. Constructed with advanced technologies including artificial intelligence, digital twin modeling, blockchain, and unmanned equipment, the 247-meter-high dam represents a milestone in engineering innovation.


China: Record-Breaking Dashixia Dam, Built with AI, Begins Water Storage

In this fiery speech, Donald Trump criticizes the United Nations for failing to aid peace efforts in global conflicts, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian issue. He argues that recognizing a Palestinian state would be a huge victory for Hamas and urges a tougher stance. Trump also calls out China and India as the primary funders of ongoing wars, while accusing European nations of continuing to buy oil from Russia, thus enabling the conflict. His remarks come amidst growing tensions on the global stage, challenging international diplomacy and power dynamics. Watch the full video for more insights into Trump’s foreign policy critique.

Trump attacks Europe, India, China at UNGA speech

China's Reliance on Brazil Grows, Shunning US Supplies

China's soybean imports hit a new record in August and it is stinging the US, because most of those soybeans didn’t come from the US but from Brazil. Can this be seen as another blow to president trump and his trade policies? Watch this video to find out more.



China's Reliance on Brazil Grows, Shunning US Supplies 

Typhoon Ragasa: Ragasa Pounds Philippines, Killing At LEast 3, Leaving 5 MIssing

The Philippines and Taiwan hunkered down Monday as Super Typhoon Ragasa delivered punishing winds and intense rainfall while lumbering east towards an eventual collision with southern China.
The storm intensified further as it moved northwest and was expected to make landfall on the sparsely populated Batanes or Babuyan islands by early afternoon, the Philippine weather agency said.

Maximum sustained winds were 205km/h at the storm’s centre as of 11pm Sunday (1500 GMT), with gusts reaching up to 250km/h as it moved toward the archipelago nation, the weather service said.


Typhoon Ragasa: Ragasa Pounds Philippines, Killing At LEast 3, Leaving 5 MIssing

China's internet watchdog kicks off a sweeping 2-month purge of "malicious" content, penalizing Weibo, Kuaishou, and Xiaohongshu.

China's crackdown on internet: Combating malicious content and negative online posts

Super Typhoon Ragasa: Super Typhoon Ragasa, packing winds of nearly 270 km/h, is set to move south of Hong Kong and Macao after battering the Philippines, prompting the evacuation of thousands. Authorities have issued warnings of a “high risk of life-threatening storm surge,” with waves exceeding three meters (10 ft) across affected areas in the Philippines.


Breaking: Super Typhoon Ragasa: China Schools, Businesses Shut, Thousand Evacuated

The ancient city of Kashgar, once a key hub on the Silk Road, is transforming into a major tourist destination in China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Spanning 8.36 square kilometers and home to over 200,000 residents, the city has undergone careful revitalization, preserving its heritage while modernizing facilities.

Kashgar’s Ancient Silk Road City Reborn as Tourism Hotspot

#Gravitas China’s spy ship, Yuan Wang 5, has once again entered waters near India, triggering security concerns in New Delhi. The advanced surveillance vessel known for tracking satellites and missiles is back in the Indian Ocean after docking at Sri Lanka’s Hambantota Port three years ago. Its timing raises questions, as India has issued a NOTAM restricting airspace over the Bay of Bengal on September 24–25, a move typically associated with missile tests.

China’s Spy Ship Back In Indian Ocean Ahead Of Speculated Missile Test

&nbsp;Russia and China on Monday (Sep 22) reaffirmed their support for a two-state resolution to settle the conflict in the Middle East. This comes after Britain, Canada, Australia, and Portugal recognised a Palestinian state a day earlier, citing long support for a two-state solution. The move has drawn fury from Israel, which rejected the “one-sided” recognition and vowed to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank.“We remain committed to the fundamental resolutions of the UN Security Council and remain committed to the international position on the possibility of resolving the Palestinian-Israeli problem on the basis of a two-state approach,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.“This remains our approach, and we believe that it is the only possible way to find a solution to this extremely complex, long-standing conflict, which is now perhaps at its most acute and tragic stage in its entire history,” he added.<h2>China says Gaza belongs to Palestinians</h2>Meanwhile, China has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory. Beijing’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, said that Gaza belongs to the Palestinians and must remain under Palestinian governance. He stressed that peace cannot come through force, adding that the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza demands urgent action from global powers.Guo highlighted that while Western powers have already recognised the State of Palestine, the United States continues to sell arms to Israel while discussing interim post-war governance with Gulf nations. He urged global nations to push Israel to take responsibility for the situation in Gaza, ensuring that the principle of the Palestinians governing Palestine is implemented.China also reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution, warning that unilateral moves may not help achieve peace. Guo said that Beijing will continue to support the Palestinian cause and push for a just, lasting solution to the conflict.

China has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory. Beijing’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, said that Gaza belongs to the Palestinians and must remain under Palestinian governance. 

Russia and China on Monday (Sep 22) reaffirmed their support for a two-state resolution to settle the conflict in the Middle East. This comes after Britain, Canada, Australia, and Portugal recognised a Palestinian state a day earlier, citing long support for a two-state solution. The move has drawn fury from Israel, which rejected the “one-sided” recognition and vowed to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank. “We remain committed to the fundamental resolutions of the UN Security Council and remain committed to the international position on the possibility of resolving the Palestinian-Israeli problem on the basis of a two-state approach,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. “This remains our approach, and we believe that it is the only possible way to find a solution to this extremely complex, long-standing conflict, which is now perhaps at its most acute and tragic stage in its entire history,” he added. China says Gaza belongs to Palestinians Meanwhile, China has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory. Beijing’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, said that Gaza belongs to the Palestinians and must remain under Palestinian governance. He stressed that peace cannot come through force, adding that the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza demands urgent action from global powers. Guo highlighted that while Western powers have already recognised the State of Palestine, the United States continues to sell arms to Israel while discussing interim post-war governance with Gulf nations. He urged global nations to push Israel to take responsibility for the situation in Gaza, ensuring that the principle of the Palestinians governing Palestine is implemented. China also reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution, warning that unilateral moves may not help achieve peace. Guo said that Beijing will continue to support the Palestinian cause and push for a just, lasting solution to the conflict.

China has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory. Beijing’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, said that Gaza belongs to the Palestinians and must remain under Palestinian governance.&nbsp;

‘Gaza belongs to Palestinians’: China, Russia back Palestinian state recognition by Western nations

Nepal-China Flight: Kathmandu-Guangzhou Direct Flights Start On September 2

Amid the roar of China’s military parade on September 3, a few trucks rolled through Tiananmen Square with camouflaged loads tagged “CJ-1000”.
The trucks were hauling surface-launched hypersonic cruise missiles also known as Long Sword-1000s – weapons designed for ultra-long-range strikes on “system-node targets on the ground, at sea or in the air”, according to Chinese state media.

China debuts world’s first hypersonic plane killer missile in its military parade

China: How deadly is CJ-1000, world’s first hypersonic plane killer? 

 After Friday's much anticipated call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, US President Donald Trump touted progress on many very important issues.
Trump also said he will meet Xi in person at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit next month.
He also praised their efforts towards finalising a deal on TikTok.

 Trump Says He Will Meet Xi At APEC Summit



US President Donald Trump declined to approve $400 million in military aid to Taiwan in recent months while negotiating on trade and a potential summit with Beijing.


Trump-Xi Call: China's Xi Calls Talks With Trump Constructive

A top Chinese scholar was seen confronting an Israeli official about the military onslaught on Gaza in a video that has now gone viral on social media.


Heated Exchange Between Chinese Scholar & Israeli Military Officer Goes Viral

US President Donald Trump declined to approve $400 million in military aid to Taiwan in recent months while negotiating on trade and a potential summit with Beijing.

Trump-Xi Call: China's Xi Calls Talks With Trump Constructive 

US President Donald Trump declined to approve $400 million in military aid to Taiwan in recent months while negotiating on trade and a potential summit with Beijing.


Trump-Xi talks on big Ts: Tariffs, TikTok & Taiwan 

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has strongly criticized the United States amid escalating tariff threats. Moscow has warned Washington against what it calls “economic aggression,” deepening tensions between the two powers over trade and geopolitical influence.


Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Slams US, Says Threats to India And China Won't Work | WION

US halts $400 million military aid to Taiwan, ahead of Trump-Xi call

President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are set to hold a phone call aimed at easing rising tensions. Watch to know more on this!

Trump- Xi Set To Hold Phone Call Today, U.S. Aims To Ease With China

Is Chinese President Xi Jinping losing grip on power?
Well, analysts suggest he is. Whether it's a delegation of authority, a Succession plan, or perhaps an early retirement. Watch this video to find out more

China: Xi faces unprecedented party challenge

The Spain Discussions Between U.S. And Chinese Officials Have Paved the Way for the First Call Since June Between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping on Friday. Among the Many Topics Up for Discussion During This Week's Call Are TikTok, Boeing Planes, Rare Earth Magnets, and Taiwan.
In This Next Report, We Decode the U.S. And China Relationship Under Trump’s Second Term in Office.

US-China relationship under Trump 2.0, Trump & Xi to discuss TikTok deal on Friday

Sri Lanka resumed construction of a stalled highway project with a new $500 million Chinese loan on Wednesday.


Sri Lanka resumes key highway project with Chinese funding

As talks between Beijing and Washington over TikTok and Nvidia picked up pace, China has reportedly decided to end an antitrust probe into Google. The two nations have reportedly struck a deal over ByteDance's divestment&nbsp;from the social media platform, TikTok. US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will iron out the details in a planned call on Friday.The move is being construed as a tactical shift by China, which is attempting to redirect regulatory focus to Nvidia as leverage in the US-China trade talks.&nbsp;China is also sending a message by ending the probe against Google that it is flexible in negotiations.&nbsp;China's State Administration for Market Regulation had opened an investigation against Google in February. It has decided to drop the investigation, reported FT.&nbsp;Google declined to comment to FT over this. China's State Administration for Market Regulation and China's State Council did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.&nbsp;The Chinese authorities had accused Google of violating the nation's anti-monopoly law. However, it didn't provide any further details on how Google allegedly breached the law.&nbsp;This week, China also accused Nvidia of violating its anti-monopoly law. The accusation was made after a preliminary investigation into the California-based firm's business practices. China has emerged as America's most prominent strategic and trade rival.&nbsp;The Donald Trump administration has given an ultimatum to the Chinese-owned TikTok to either accept American control or shut down its operations in the country.&nbsp;Meanwhile, chipmaker Nvidia on Thursday announced that it would invest $5 billion in Intel, another US chip giant. They also announced that the two companies will together make PC and data centre chips.

As talks between Beijing and Washington over TikTok and Nvidia picked up pace, China has reportedly decided to end an antitrust probe into Google.

As talks between Beijing and Washington over TikTok and Nvidia picked up pace, China has reportedly decided to end an antitrust probe into Google. The two nations have reportedly struck a deal over ByteDance's divestment from the social media platform, TikTok. US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will iron out the details in a planned call on Friday. The move is being construed as a tactical shift by China, which is attempting to redirect regulatory focus to Nvidia as leverage in the US-China trade talks. China is also sending a message by ending the probe against Google that it is flexible in negotiations. China's State Administration for Market Regulation had opened an investigation against Google in February. It has decided to drop the investigation, reported FT. Google declined to comment to FT over this. China's State Administration for Market Regulation and China's State Council did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. The Chinese authorities had accused Google of violating the nation's anti-monopoly law. However, it didn't provide any further details on how Google allegedly breached the law. This week, China also accused Nvidia of violating its anti-monopoly law. The accusation was made after a preliminary investigation into the California-based firm's business practices. China has emerged as America's most prominent strategic and trade rival. The Donald Trump administration has given an ultimatum to the Chinese-owned TikTok to either accept American control or shut down its operations in the country. Meanwhile, chipmaker Nvidia on Thursday announced that it would invest $5 billion in Intel, another US chip giant. They also announced that the two companies will together make PC and data centre chips.

US-China TikTok talks: China is also sending a message by ending the probe against Google that it is flexible in negotiations.

Amid Beijing-Washington talks over TikTok, China to discontinue probe against Google: Report

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