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Rosneft takes control of Russia's largest rare earth deposit

MOSCOW, Russia: Russia's top oil company, Rosneft, has taken over control of the country's largest rare earth metals deposit, Tomtor, as shown in a public registry entry dated May 20.

The move follows a call from President Vladimir Putin last year to fast-track development of the strategically important site.

Located in Yakutia, Siberia, Tomtor is central to Russia's efforts to boost domestic production o

Bipartisan group of US lawmakers introduce bill to boost nuclear power

WASHINGTON, D.C.: U.S. senators from both parties introduced a bill this week aimed at countering China and Russia's growing influence in the global nuclear energy sector.

The U.S. has the largest nuclear power capacity of any country, but China is rapidly expanding its reactor fleet at home, and Russia is striking deals with countries in Southeast Asia and other regions.

The Trump administration has cons

Airbus in talks with Malaysian airlines for its A220 planes

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia: Airbus is in discussions with Malaysian airlines to introduce its A220 aircraft, the company's Asia-Pacific president Anand Stanley told state news agency Bernama.

Stanley said the European planemaker sees significant demand for the A220 in Malaysia, where around 150 Airbus commercial planes are already in operation and where the company expects approximately 400 further orders in the fut

Huawei launches laptops using home-grown Harmony operating system

BEIJING, China: Huawei has launched its first laptops running on its proprietary HarmonyOS, marking a significant step in its effort to reduce reliance on U.S. technology amid ongoing trade restrictions.

The two new models, the MateBook Fold and MateBook Pro, were unveiled this week, both featuring the latest version of HarmonyOS, an operating system the Chinese tech giant began developing in 2015.

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Trump tells Walmart to 'eat the tariffs' instead of raising prices

WASHINGTON, D.C.: U.S. President Donald Trump said over the weekend that Walmart should "eat the tariffs" instead of blaming duties imposed by his administration on imported goods for the retailer's increased prices.

Trump was responding to Walmart's recent statement that it would raise prices later this month because of high tariffs on imported goods.

"Walmart should stop blaming tariffs for price hikes.

US administration is concerned by deal to put Alibaba's AI on iPhones

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The Trump administration is scrutinizing Apple's plans to partner with Chinese tech giant Alibaba to bring its artificial intelligence technology to iPhones in China, raising concerns about potential national security risks, according to a report by The New York Times.

Officials in the White House and Congress are reportedly concerned that the deal could enhance Alibaba's AI capabiliti

Half of China's heavy truck sales could be EVs by 2028, CATL says

BEIJING, China: China's sales of heavy trucks could be dominated by electric vehicles by 2028, with battery-powered models potentially making up half of all sales, up from just 10 percent in 2024, according to CATL chairman Zeng Yuqun.

Speaking at a battery-swapping launch event, Zeng's remarks, reported by Shanghai's Jiemian news site, indicate a significant shift that could further reduce fuel demand in the co

Tajikistan decriminalizes 'liking' social media posts deemed extremist

ALMATY, Tajikistan: Tajikistan has officially removed criminal liability for "liking" social media posts that the government deems extremist, a move that reverses a controversial law that has led to the imprisonment of over 1,500 people.

President Emomali Rakhmon signed the law this week, his press office announced, marking a significant shift in the country's approach to online activity.

The decision com

Moscow stands by India in fight against terrorism New Delhi

Indian lawmakers have made a three-day visit to the Russian capital to discuss the recent standoff with Pakistan

A delegation of Indian MPs and former diplomats visited the Russian capital this week. One of seven such groups visiting over 30 countries, it was tasked by New Delhi with conveying "India's resolute approach to combating terrorism in all forms and manifestations."

While in Mosco

INDONESIA-JAKARTA-CHINA-LI QIANG-BUSINESS RECEPTION

(250524) -- JAKARTA, May 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang addresses the Indonesia-China Business Reception 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia, on May 24, 2025. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto also attended the event. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

BENIN-COTONOU-CHINESE BRIDGE-LANGUAGE-COMPETITION

(250524) -- COTONOU, May 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Contestants demonstrate Chinese calligraphy during the 24th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for Beninese college students at a Chinese cultural center in Cotonou, Benin, May 23, 2025. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

China, Indonesia set example of win-win cooperation for major developing countries, says Premier Li

JAKARTA, May 24 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Saturday that China and Indonesia have set an example for major developing countries to pool efforts for solidarity, development and win-win cooperation.

Li made the remarks in a written statement upon arriving here for an official visit to Indonesia at the invitation of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.

China and Indonesia are friends and ne

Wuhan Jiangda beats Melbourne City to win inaugural AFC Women's Champions League

WUHAN, May 24 (Xinhua) -- Wuhan Jiangda etched their name in history by claiming the inaugural AFC Women's Champions League title in dramatic fashion, defeating Australia's Melbourne City 5-4 on penalties after a tense 1-1 draw in the final here on Saturday.

Melbourne City broke the deadlock in the 75th minute when Shelby McMahon headed home from a free-kick. Wuhan Jiangda appeared to be heading fo

Wang/Sun win third straight mixed doubles title at TT worlds

DOHA, May 24 (Xinhua) -- China's Olympic champions Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha defeated Japan 3-1 to win their third straight mixed doubles title at the World Table Tennis Championships on Saturday.

The second seeds overcame a late surge from 16th-seeded Maharu Yoshimura and Satsuki Odo, winning 11-7, 11-8, 7-11, 11-8 over 39 minutes in what was their 16 consecutive win in the event.

"Our riv

Culture|E China's Shanghai Develops Public Cultural Spaces

SHANGHAI, May 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- In recent years, east China's Shanghai has been promoting the construction of key public cultural facilities and cultural landmarks with Shanghai characteristics.

Statistics show that in 2024, more than 2,500 cultural activities were held in these facilities, which served nearly 20 million visits.

These public cultural spaces in Shanghai not only meet the daily cultural ne