Chinese Leader Notes ‘Difficulties’ Facing Economy, But No ‘Hard Landing’
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang says his country’s economy is facing “a number of difficulties and downward pressure.”
Heavy Flooding, Rescues as Rain Hits Japan
Heavy rains in central and northern Japan caused major flooding Thursday.
US Promises to Accept More Refugees
The United States is promising to accept more refugees fleeing from wars in Syria and other areas.
Al-Qaida-Led Rebels Seize Airport from Syrian Forces
Islamist rebels have captured a major airbase from Syrian government forces in the country’s northwest.
Iran: No talks with US outside Nuclear Deal
Iran’s top leader says any future talks with the United States will only involve issues related to the nuclear deal reached with world powers, not other areas.
China Cancels Bon Jovi Performances Over Dalai Lama Statements
China has cancelled Bon Jovi’s first ever planned concerts in China.
US Apple Product Launch
The American company Apple on Wednesday demonstrated its largest-ever tablet computer, the iPad Pro.
China Debates Egg-Freezing Ban for Single Women
China is among those governments that have banned single women from freezing their eggs for future use.
British Defense Chief Says More Syria Strikes Possible
Britain said Tuesday it would consider more airstrikes against militants in Syria if they meant stopping likely terror attacks against British interests.
Violence Between Turkish Military and Kurdish Militants Continues
Turkish fighter jets carried out more airstrikes against Kurdish militants Tuesday morning.