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Xi'an, Beijing report infections caused by BA.5.2

Cases caused by Omicron's sub-variant BA.5.2 have been discovered in Beijing and Northwest China's Shaanxi Province, leading to strengthened anti-epidemic ...

US seeks China's help to ease inflation in latest interaction

The US is seeking help from China to ease its economic pressure, hinting that it may ease tariffs on Chinese ...

Fourth of July marred by gun violence, protests

On July 4, 1777, Philadelphia celebrated the US' first Independence Day with a salute of 13 gunshots and a mega ...

Mastermind behind Karachi Confucius Institute attack busted with foreign forces suspected of ...
Pakistan has arrested the main suspect of the attack on the Confucius Institute at the University of Karachi, who ...

OP-ED

UK is putting itself in an awkward position: Global Times editorial

It is evident that the cancellation of a deal from a Chinese company to buy a lesser-known UK microchip factory is bound to cause damage to UK's interests and credibility.

Biden presidency dimmer as mass shooting mars Independence Day

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GT Voice: Global rare-earth exploration won't affect China's advantage

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FEATURE VIDEO

GT reporter returns to Hong Kong three years after on-the-ground report during 2019 turmoil

A GT reporter, who witnessed 2019 turmoil, returned to Hong Kong during the 25th anniversary of its return to the motherland. Comparing pictures taken 3 years ago with the current ...

CHINA

China urges US to stop lies-based Xinjiang bill and to fulfill promise of no support to 'Taiwan independence'
The US should abide by the provisions of the Three Joint Communiqués, stop hollowing out the one-China principle, stop supporting “Taiwan independence” forces, and take concrete actions to safeguard the political foundation of China-US relations, Zhao Lijian, spokesperson of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, said on Wednesday when responding ...
Latest Beijing outbreak caused by imported Omicron subvariant BA.5.2
John Lee rejects 'lying flat,' looking for halfway plan for border opening with mainland
Xi'an authorities say temporary prevention conducted in some public places, no city lockdown
Authorities in Xi'an, Northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on Tuesday night said that the city would conduct temporary seven-day epidemic prevention control measures in some public places in order to reduce ...

'Hermes of ice cream' Zhong Xue Gao defends its product's safety after videos show it doesn't melt even with the help of a flame
Dubbed the "Hermes of ice cream" or the "ice cream overkill" due to its surprisingly high price, Chinese ice cream brand Zhong Xue Gao, or Chicecream, had to defend its ...

Shanghai reports 2 new community cases; 4 high-risk, 22 medium-risk regions listed amid latest COVID-19 flare-up
Shanghai on Wednesday reported two new local COVID-19 cases at the community level, with four high-risk and 22 medium-risk regions listed, as the city on Tuesday evening launched an urgent ...

SOURCE

GDI 'extremely important' amid global crises: UN official
China moves to curb surging pork prices amid concerns of impact on inflation
Chinese brands see rapid growth in Russia, with popularity on the rise long before sanctions
Many Chinese products, particularly value-added consumer goods, such as mobile phones, cars and printers have seen rapid growth in the Russian market, as local consumers switch to what they consider reliable and affordable products amid escalating tension between Russia and the West.
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi starts production in Vietnam to boost delivery efficiency
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has recently delivered its first batch of products made in Vietnam, in an apparent bid to boost delivery efficiency in Southeast Asian markets and reduce logistics ...

Evergrande's Hengchi 5 EVs to begin pre-sales despite debt troubles
China's property developer Evergrande Group's first mass-produced electric vehicle Hengchi 5 sport-utility vehicles (SUV) will begin pre-sales at 8 pm Wednesday, as the debt-strapped group bets on its new energy ...

China's manufacturing, services PMIs at highest levels in over 11 months, private survey shows
With the overall improvement of the epidemic situation and the gradual relaxing of preven-tion and control measures, manufacturing and service industries have experienced a rapid rebound in China.

WORLD

July 4 gunman charged with seven counts of murder
A 21-year-old man who allegedly opened fire on a July 4 parade in a wealthy Chicago suburb while disguised in women's clothing was charged with seven counts of first-degree murder on Tuesday, prosecutors said.
Germany plans new path to residency for migrants
The German cabinet on Wednesday signed off plans to make it easier for migrants with "tolerated" status to stay in the country permanently and integrate into the job market.

Secretary-General of OPEC, Barkindo, dies unexpectedly at 63
The Secretary-General of the OPEC oil cartel, Nigeria's Mohammad Barkindo, has died unexpectedly at the age of 63, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) said Wednesday.

Palestine rejects results of US probe into death of Al Jazeera reporter
Palestine on Monday rejected the results of the ballistic investigation attended by US experts into the gunshot that killed veteran Palestinian-American journalist in northern West Bank in May.
Thousands flee Sydney floods
Tokyo school swaps fresh fruit for jelly

LIFE

Traditional Egyptian handicrafts shine at Cairo's largest pottery festival
The large gate at Fustat Pottery Village looked like an entrance to a unique world of traditional handicraft, where dozens of highly artistic items were displayed during the largest pottery ...

Youth event held to promote cultural exchanges between China, ASEAN
The 2022 China-ASEAN Youth Hand-in-Hand Event was held Monday in Nanning, capital of South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

Famed stage director Peter Brook passes away at 97
Peter Brook, who has died aged 97, was among the most influential theater directors of the 20th century, reinventing the art by paring it back to drama's most basic and ...
Popularity of Chinese aesthetics shows young artists' independence and cultural pride: designer Wu Yao
Since the beginning of the China chic fever roughly two years ago, Chinese elements have become increasingly popular among young illustrators and designers. From Chinese YouTuber Li Ziqi to the design of cosmetics to furniture, Chinese aesthetics can be found everywhere. Wu Yao, a well-known Chinese illustrator and ...
Japanese grandpa draws in following as art YouTuber
2022 Music in the Summer Air to kick off in Shanghai, marking city's return to vibrancy