April 16, 2025
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April 16, 2025
China unexpectedly anoints new trade negotiator am…
Li Chenggang, China’s Ambassador to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), gestures during an interview on the sidelines of a ministerial meeting to discuss a draft agreement on curbing subsidies for the fisheries industry in
April 16, 2025
China unexpectedly appoints new trade negotiator a…
China on Wednesday unexpectedly appointed a new trade negotiator key in any talks to resolve the escalating tariff war with the US, replacing veteran trade tsar Wang Shouwen with its envoy to the World
April 16, 2025
Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia prepares for next bi…
This aerial photograph shows scaffolds installed on the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, on April 14, 2025. — AFP ISTANBUL: The Hagia Sophia of Istanbul is no stranger to change — through
April 16, 2025
UNESCO Issues Strong Rebuttal Against False Affili…
UNESCO has officially distanced itself from the Pakistan-based International Council of Traditional Sports and Games (ICTSG), issuing a firm clarification against the unauthorized use of its name, acronym, and logo. The statement follows a
April 16, 2025
US combs through housing, other data to find migra…
Protesters holding signs take part in a rally to demand the end of deportations in US immigration policy, at Silver Lake Reservoir in Los Angeles, California, US. — Reuters/File Dept of Government Efficiency staffers
April 15, 2025
US signals willingness on trade deal if China acts…
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 15, 2025. — Reuters White House says trade deal now depends on China’s next move.
April 15, 2025
Sharjah high-rise blaze kills five, including Paki…
Smoke billows from the top floor of a 52-storey residential tower in Sharjah, home to around 1,500 residents, after a deadly blaze erupted on the uppermost level on Tuesday. —X@ShjPolice SHARJAH: A tragic fire
April 15, 2025
Iran’s Khamenei cautious on nuclear talks wi…
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting in Tehran, Iran, March 21, 2025. — Reuters Tehran approaches talks warily, doubtful of deal, wary of Trump. Engagement backed by leaders despite
April 15, 2025