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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Xi Jinping: A visionary architect of world peace and development

Discover how Xi Jinping's vision and initiatives are shaping a more peaceful and developed world, as symbolised by the 'Zun of Peace' presented to the United Nations.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Zimbabwe marks 45th independence anniversary

Zimbabwe's 45th independence anniversary was marked by vibrant celebrations in Gokwe, where President Mnangagwa expressed gratitude for the nation's liberation and outlined a hopeful vision for economic growth

Sunday Independent News
Xinhua|Published

As China tackles aging, elderly care robots hit fast track

China is witnessing a rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into eldercare services, offering innovative solutions to the challenges of an aging population.

Sunday Tribune News
Xinhua|Published

US mulls new travel bans against over 40 countries

According to a report US diplomatic and security officials have drafted a list of the countries targeted, with varied travel bans for three categories.

Travel World
Xinhua|Published

China's visa-free policy is sparking a tourism boom

Over the past year, China has enhanced its unilateral visa-free policy to welcome global travelers with open arms. Beijing has broadened this policy to include 38 countries, allowing a stay of up to 30 days.

Travel World
Xinhua|Published

Xinhua think tank report highlights Chinese solutions to global challenges

With its rapid development and growing international influence, China has been increasingly engaging in global affairs, offering Chinese solutions to global challenges.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Trump wants to bring Russia back to restore G8

G8, which comprised the Group of Seven (G7) plus Russia, ceased to exist in March 2014 after the US-led effort under then-President Barack Obama to kick Russia out.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Explainer: Why is Chinese AI startup DeepSeek shaking up the tech world?

"To see the DeepSeek new model, it's super impressive in terms of both how they have really effectively done an open-source model that does this inference-time compute, and is super-compute efficient. "

Tech Big Tech
Xinhua|Published

China Economic Roundtable: China taps ice, snow to fuel economic growth

Tourists are now more willing to pay for leisure and cultural activities related to ice and snow tourism, said Dai Bin, president of the China Tourism Academy, at the latest episode of the China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency.

News World
Xinhua|Published

What to watch about China's Spring Festival travel rush

The latest episode of the China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency, spotlighted key trends shaping this year's travel season, including record-breaking travel numbers, booming tourism, transformative technologies, the rise of electric vehicles and a surge in inbound travel.

News World
Xinhua|Published

China achieves 2024 growth target, bolsters global economy

Boosted by pro-growth measures, China's GDP growth quickened to 5. 4% in Q4.

News World
Xinhua|Published

China-Africa cooperation energises Global South growth

Over the years, China-Africa cooperation has propelled Africa's growth by empowering African youth through initiatives such as the Luban Workshops, Confucius Institutes, and the China-Africa Universities 100 Cooperation Plan.

News World
Xinhua|Published

At least 3 killed as light aircraft crash-lands in coastal Kenya

Three people on the ground were killed Friday in Malindi, a town on the north coast of Kenya, when a light aircraft crash-landed on a roadside

News Africa
Xinhua|Published

Angola reports 119 cholera cases, including 12 deaths

The ministry cited challenges in managing the outbreak, particularly poor sanitation in affected areas and the lack of potable water systems in high-risk regions.

News Africa
Xinhua|Published

Europe grapples with extreme weather, travel disrupted

Europe is grappling with a powerful wave of extreme winter weather, including heavy snow, sleet, and storms, which has disrupted transportation and infrastructure across the continent, leaving travelers stranded and local communities struggling to manage the chaos.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Year-ender: An awakened Africa joins hands with Global South to advance modernisation

According to the International Monetary Fund, Africa is one of the fastest-growing regions in the global economic landscape in 2024. Amid rapid and profound changes in the world, the vast continent's potential and vitality have solidified its role as a key player in shaping the future.

News Africa
Xinhua|Published

Milan imposes outdoor limits on smoking

The Italian city of Milan on Wednesday began enforcing strict limits on smoking tobacco products to improve health outcomes and municipal air quality.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Chinese President Xi Jinping underlines confidence, hard work in 2025 to rise above challenges

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a New Year message through China Media Group and the internet Tuesday evening in Beijing to ring in 2025.

News World
Xinhua|Published

US appeals court rejects Trump's effort to overturn E. Jean Carroll verdict

The Second US Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday rejected US President-elect Donald Trump's attempt to overturn the rulings in a case of defamation and sexual abuse filed by writer E. Jean Carroll.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Mozambique creates commission to investigate mass prison break in capital

The government of Mozambique has created a commission of inquiry to investigate the mass escape of prisoners from two penitentiary facilities in the country's capital of Maputo.

News Africa
Xinhua|Published

Trump urges Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban

U. S. President-elect Donald Trump has urged the Supreme Court to delay the TikTok ban in order to allow time for a negotiated solution, according to a legal document filed on Friday.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Guest Opinion: The truth about Xinjiang and its Uygur population

The reality in Xinjiang is a different story with multiple dimensions. It involves efforts to combat extremism, preserve national unity, and promote economic development.

News Opinion
Xinhua|Published

Watch VideoThriving Macao dispels doubts about 'one country, two systems'

Macao's success is attributed to its strong relationship with central authorities, efficient political system, rapid economic growth, significant improvements in living standards, and the harmonious coexistence of diverse ethnic groups.

News World
Xinhua|Published

Mpox cases in Africa surpass 65,000 mark: Africa CDC

During last week alone, the continent reported 3,545 new cases, including 467 confirmed ones, and 37 new deaths, according to data from the African Union's specialised healthcare agency.

News Africa
Xinhua|Published

Biden issues 39 presidential pardons, commutes nearly 1,500 sentences

United States President Joe Biden on Thursday pardoned 39 people and commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500, setting a single-day record for acts of clemency.

News World
Xinhua|Published