Turkey defeated China 3-0 and Brazil upset Italy 3-2 in the Women’s Volleyball Nations League semi-finals in Macau, advancing to the final.
Oman and Iran held talks on ensuring safe shipping through the Hormuz Strait, respecting both nations' sovereign rights, with progress made and ongoing technical/political consultations.
China, after a surprising five-set victory over the United States, has advanced to the Women's Volleyball Nations League semi-finals in Macau. They are set to face Turkey on Saturday, a team that has consistently defeated them in recent major tournaments, including the 2023 VNL final and the Paris Olympics quarter-finals.
Australian boxer Jai Opetaia has filed a lawsuit in a US court against the IBF, seeking to reinstate his cruiserweight world title. He claims the IBF unlawfully stripped him of his belt after his first fight with Zuffa Boxing, alleging industry-wide collusion to penalize him.
Southeast Asian governments face renewed energy shocks and trade disruptions due to revived US-Iran hostilities, prompting ASEAN foreign ministers to express grave concern and urge an immediate cessation of fighting.
The US has imposed tariffs of 10-12.5% on goods from several countries, including China, Japan, and the EU, citing forced labor practices. Experts view these actions as a pretext for President Trump's 'America-first' trade agenda, with another Section 301 investigation ongoing.
Donald Trump's foreign policy approach to allies in the Middle East and Europe is likened to a protection racket, demanding financial compensation for US security. He proposed a 20% toll on Hormuz shipping and pressured NATO allies to increase defense spending and buy US weapons, framing security as a billable service rather than a collective good.
The United States imposed a fresh wave of tariffs late on Thursday against 60 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, India, and European Union member states, just hours before a temporary 10% blanket levy was set to expire.
US teenage fencer Jaelyn Liu views the preliminary rounds at the Kerry Fencing World Championships as a crucial test following a challenging season. Despite a dip in results, Liu advanced to the main tableau and is set to face world No 14 Sumire Tsuji.
A Pew Research Centre survey reveals over one-third of Americans view China as the global leader in AI, surpassing the US. President Trump confirmed AI will be a key topic during his planned September summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasizing the US's goal to dominate the technology.
The US has implemented a new global visa restriction policy targeting individuals involved in cybercrime, including online investment scams and sextortion. The policy, announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, also applies to immediate family members and aims to combat international cybercrime networks, particularly those defrauding US citizens.
Donald Trump's administration imposed new 12.5% tariffs on Australian exports, citing a failure to combat forced labor, a claim the Albanese government disputes. Australia's trade minister called for immediate removal, stating the tariffs are unjustified and inconsistent with their free-trade agreement.
The United States imposed new tariffs on 60 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, India, and EU member states, shortly before a temporary 10% levy expired.
Australia is investing A$4.6 billion (US$3.2 billion) into a shipyard in Osborne, South Australia, to build sovereign capability for its future submarine fleet under the AUKUS deal, addressing concerns over slow production rates from the US and UK.
The US Treasury Department maintained South Korea on its foreign exchange policy monitoring list, a status it regained in November 2024 after being excluded in November 2023. The updated list, released in a semiannual report, includes 10 major trading partners based on specific criteria.
A new housing development in San Antonio, Florida, Mirada, is experiencing a real estate boom driven by America's largest 15-acre Crystal Lagoon. The man-made pool offers resort-style amenities, attracting buyers seeking an inland waterfront lifestyle.
President Trump is implementing new 10-12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. This move follows the expiration of temporary tariffs imposed after a Supreme Court defeat, utilizing Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
An Iranian oil tanker has successfully navigated through the maritime blockade imposed by the United States against the Islamic Republic, entering the Gulf of Oman amidst escalating US-Iran tensions following recent strikes and a renewed naval blockade.
The US has imposed tariffs on several countries, including China and EU members, with rates up to 12.5%, citing human rights abuses and distortive trade practices. This action is part of President Trump's "America-first" agenda, alongside an ongoing Section 301 investigation into excess industrial capacity.
South Korea and the U.S. launched the Korea-U.S. Shipbuilding Partnership Center (KUSPC) in Washington, facilitating Seoul's $150 billion investment in the U.S. shipbuilding sector. This initiative, part of the "Make American Shipbuilding Great Again" plan, aims to revitalize the U.S. industry through joint R&D, technology sharing, and workforce training.
China, expecting to exploit Western divisions, faces narrowing diplomatic options after the EU labeled it and Russia as "revisionist powers." Despite recent economic growth and diplomatic efforts with US allies, China also confronts US accusations of election data compromise, highlighting a disconnect between its expectations and Western realities.
South Korea and the U.S. launched the Korea-U.S. Shipbuilding Partnership Center (KUSPC) in Washington to facilitate $150 billion in investment under the "Make American Shipbuilding Great Again" (MASGA) initiative, aiming to revive the U.S. shipbuilding industry and strengthen supply chains.
Analysts observe that US-China stability persists despite former President Donald Trump's allegations of Chinese interference in the 2020 US elections, claims Beijing met with a measured response and which contradict US intelligence assessments.
Iraq faces severe internal divisions and sovereignty challenges, caught between the US and Iran after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's killing. Iran-backed Shia militias attack Iraqi oil infrastructure, impacting the economy and challenging the new PM's disarmament efforts.
