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China doubles down on promoting yuan as confidence in U.S. dollar takes a beating
From expanding investment channels to building digital infrastructure, Beijing has been laying the groundwork to promote international use of its currency.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:
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Planned presentation to U.S. vaccine advisory panel cited a study that doesn't exist
A report on the use of the preservative thimerosal in vaccines slated to be presented Thursday to the scientific committee that advises the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on how to use vaccines cites a study that does not exist, according to the scientist listed as the study's co-author.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Why Chinaโs sitting on the Iran war sidelines
On a visit to Shanghai some years ago, I asked a leading Chinese strategist how Beijing would view a war between the US and Iran, which even back then seemed a high probability. I thought he would opine on how higher oil prices could threaten Chinese manufacturing. Instead, he shocked me by explaining that China [โฆ] The post Why Chinaโs sitting on the Iran war sidelines appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Nicaragua Salutes Venezuela on 204th Anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo: A Shared Legacy of Sovereignty and Resistance
On the 204th anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo, Nicaragua honors Venezuelaโs historic victory as a symbol of freedom, independence, and Latin American unity, reaffirming the brotherhood between the two nations. Related: Venezuelaโs President Maduro Declares Carabobo Victory a Triumph for All America, Reaffirms Anti-Imperialist Legacy On June 24, 2025, the Government of Reconciliation and [โฆ]
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:At 23, he quit his accounting job to start an eBay businessโtoday, his company brings in $167 million a year
Gurmer Chopra was months into his first job out of college when he decided to quit and went all-in on his eBay business with his brother. Now, the company brings in millions a year.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Japanese prime ministerโs abrupt no-show at NATO summit reveals a strained alliance with the US
Japan has been under pressure from the US on tariffs and defence spending. And the new prime minister is under pressure domestically to hold firm with Trump.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:US strikes did not destroy Iran nuclear programme, says intelligence assessment
The White House called the initial damage evaluation on Iran's uranium stockpile "flat-out wrong".
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Why have athletes stopped โtaking a kneeโ?
Few athletes are still kneeling to protest racial injustice. Does this mean athletes have become indifferent or is there another explanation?
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Bats get fat to survive hard times. But climate change is threatening their survival strategy
If batsโ way of living falters, entire food webs could feel the effects.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:More people buying electric cars and heat pumps than ever before
But the Climate Change Committee warns there's still a long way to go for the UK to reach net zero by 2050.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:US Airstrikes on Iranโs Nuclear Facilities Fail to Achieve Expected Results, Intelligence Reveals
Despite White House claims of โtotal annihilation,โ leaked US intelligence shows Iranโs nuclear program suffered only a minor delay after recent bombings by Washington and Tel Aviv. Related: Iran Declares Political and Military Victory Over Israel In a stark contrast to the triumphant rhetoric from the White House, leaked intelligence reports reveal that the recent [โฆ]
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Turmoil and trade wars dominate China's 'summer Davos'
The conflict between Iran and Israel adds further uncertainty to an already strained global outlook.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Two brown bears escape enclosure and eat week's worth of honey
After helping themselves to a "selection of snacks", the bears eventually returned to their enclosure and fell asleep.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Bezos' Venice wedding party moved following protests
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Venice wedding party was moved out of Venice's city center. Many have protested because they say the lavish plans present another yet example of exploitation of the city.
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Africa: Keynote By President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah - Panel on "Women In Leadership: Driving Innovation, Catalyzing Investments and Shaping Policy" #USAfricaBizSummit
[Government of Namibia] Luanda -- I thank you for the opportunity to attend and share my views at this vital and timely conversation. The theme of this plenary, "Women in Leadership: Driving Innovation, Catalyzing Investments, and Shaping Policy", echoes throughout the halls of power and boardrooms across Africa, the United States and across the world. It is relevant not only in the halls of power, but also through the...
Published on: June 25, 2025 | Source:Just keeping Trump in the NATO summit room to count as aย victory
When NATO leaders meet for their annual summit in The Hague on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, all eyes will be on Donald Trump. Not only is the 47th president of the United States less committed to the alliance than any of his predecessors in NATOโs 76-year history. But he has also just emerged from involvement [โฆ] The post Just keeping Trump in the NATO summit room to count as avictory appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Political Dialogue Urged as Only Solution to Iran Conflict, Warns Chinese UN Delegate
At the UN Security Council, China condemns US and Israeli military strikes on Iranโs nuclear facilities, calling for a political solution and renewed negotiations to restore peace in the Middle East. Related: Iran Reaffirms Full Compliance with JCPOA and UNSC Resolution 2231, Condemns Israeli Attacks Backed by the U.S. In an extraordinary session of the [โฆ]
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Singapore, China Agree to Establish โCloser Tiesโ Amid Global Trade Uncertainty
On his first state visit to Beijing, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong described the China-Singapore relationship as "more important than before."
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Heatwave poses risks to US power grid
As heat related power outages surge, things are expected to worsen, with AI-focused data centres sucking up power.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Calls for clarity on renewable energy transition following Qld budget
Queensland's renewable energy plans have become a little clearer, but advocates say they still cannot see how the state will meet its goals of reaching net zero by 2050.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:UK to purchase US jets capable of carrying nuclear weapons
Britain will join Natoโs airborne atomic mission in a significant overhaul of the countryโs defence strategy
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Trump is seeking a quick US exit from Israel-Iran conflict. Will it work?
After bombing Iran, the US president announced a ceasefire. But it remains unclear whether his strategy will avert war.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:New York Sirens pick Czech forward Kristรฝna Kaltounkovรก 1st overall in PWHL draft
The New York Sirens have selected Colgate University forward Kristรฝna Kaltounkovรก with the first pick in the 2025 PWHL draft on Tuesday, adding a forward with size and skill. London, Ont.'s Nicole Gosling was the first Canadian taken, going to the Montreal Victoire at fourth overall.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Brazilian activists vow to fight Amazon oil auction in court, hail โpartial victoryโ over unsold blocks
Brazil has faced criticism over last weekโs auction of exploration blocks just months before it hosts COP30 talks focused on shifting away from fossil fuels The post Brazilian activists vow to fight Amazon oil auction in court, hail โpartial victoryโ over unsold blocks appeared first on Climate Home News.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Dog-sized dinosaur that ran around feet of giants discovered
The dinosaur was mislabelled and misunderstood - but scientists now realise how special it is.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:US judge allows company to train AI using copyrighted literary materials
Ruling sides against authors who alleged that Anthropic trained an AI model using their work without consent.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:DOGE aide known as 'Big Balls' resigns
A Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) aide known as โBig Ballsโ resigned from his role on Monday following the exit of White House adviser Elon Musk. A White House official with knowledge of the matter confirmed that Edward Coristine, who codes under the โBig Ballsโ alias, departed, in a statement to The Hill. Coristine, a...
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:RFK Jr. grilled over transparency, spending cuts
Presented by The Coalition to Strengthen America's Healthcare {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story RFK Jr grilled by Congress over transparency, spending cuts Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Appeared before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Tuesday to talk about the Trump administrationโs budget request for...
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:US strikes only set back Iran's nuclear program by a few months, leaked intelligence says
US media reports say leaked intelligence has cast doubt on US President Donald Trump's assertion that Iran's nuclear facilities have been "obliterated".
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:This burger was made in a lab from cow cellsโฆ Should it really be served in restaurants?
Lab-grown beef, chicken and even quail are served in restaurants in some countries around the world - and now some cultivated meats could soon be sold in the UK too
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:This burger was made from cow cells in a lab. Should it really be served in restaurants?
Lab-grown beef, chicken and even quail are served in restaurants in some countries around the world - and now some cultivated meats could soon be sold in the UK too
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Most Britons view US as security threat after Trumpโs election
Only Russia was perceived to be a greater threat, putting the US ahead of both Israel and Iran
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Israel-Iran as it happened: White House hits out at โleakedโ intelligence assessment on Iran strikes
Trump administration rejects finding that attack only set back nuclear programme by months
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:UK graduate job openings at lowest level since 2018
New data shows employers hold off hiring and seek to cut costs by using AI
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Taiwan has upped the ante in the cold war over chips
Taipei blacklisting of leading Chinese tech groups including Huawei and SMIC comes as US weighs additional restrictions
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source: