China to Step Up Detentions to Squeeze Lai, Taiwan Officials Say
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The Wall Street Journal - World
Temu Suppliers Protest in China, Saying Low-Cost Site Squeezes Them
Suppliers said that many merchants on the shopping platform have shut down factories and incurred debts after it started imposing hefty penalties over what was deemed to be after-sales issues.10 hr ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Temu Suppliers Protest in China, Saying Low-Cost Site Squeezes Them
Suppliers said that many merchants on the shopping platform have shut down factories and incurred debts after it started imposing hefty penalties over what was deemed to be after-sales issues.10 hr ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - World
China Pledges Steps to Shore Up Flagging Economy
Chinese leaders said they would take more aggressive steps to boost consumer spending and head off a worsening set of economic challenges.16 hr ago - China -
The Guardian - World
China used ‘shocking’ bullying tactics ahead of Taiwan Ipac summit, organiser says
Member countries from the global south were intimidated in an attempt to dissuade them from attending summit, says executive director. China’s attempts to stop foreign parliamentarians from attending a summit in Taiwan were “massively ...20 hr ago - China -
CBS News - Top stories
Harris campaign raises record cash as Trump steps up attacks
Kamala Harris' campaign says it raised a record $200 million in the first week since she announced her candidacy for president. The vice president also saw a polling surge as her favorability rose 8% in a recent ABC News/IPSOS poll. It comes as ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - World
China’s Xi calls for faster measures to boost domestic consumption
Politburo admits ‘insufficient’ domestic demand amid rising signs of concern over weaker growth15 hr ago - China -
ABC News - Sports
A fired-up Aaron Rodgers gets angry after being stepped on and Jets' offense is sloppy at practice
Aaron Rodgers was downright ticked off2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Head of pro-Trump Project 2025 steps down as Democrats ramp up attacks
Project 2025, overseen by the Heritage Foundation, includes a sweeping policy agenda that seeks to serve as a blueprint for the next Republican presidential administration.4 hr ago - Donald Trump -
CBS Sports - Sports
Yankees trade deadline acquisitions will help, but the rest of the team must step up for a playoff run
The Yankees have gone 13-23 since mid-June1 hr ago - MLB -
CBS News - Politics
Head of pro-Trump Project 2025 steps down as Democrats ramp up attacks
Project 2025, overseen by the Heritage Foundation, includes a sweeping policy agenda that seeks to serve as a blueprint for the next Republican presidential administration.4 hr ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - World
The closure of camps in Iraq housing Yazidis displaced by IS attacks is postponed, an official says
The Iraqi government has postponed an order to clear out camps in the country’s semi-autonomous northern Kurdish region that house thousands of people who fled when the Islamic State group seized their home areas a decade ago22 hr ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel told U.S. about Beirut strike beforehand, official says
Vice President Kamala Harris said "Israel has a right to defend itself" after it conducted a strike Tuesday in a suburb of Beirut. The Israeli military says it was targeting the man allegedly behind an attack in the Golan Heights that killed ...23 hr ago - Israel -
The New York Times - World
Iran’s Leader Orders Attack on Israel for Haniyeh Killing, Officials Say
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, ordered retaliation after a humiliating security failure, as Iran once again balances showing strength against the risk of escalation.4 hr ago - Iran -
ABC News - World
China's manufacturing activity contracted in July, the monthly Purchasing Managers' Index says
A closely watched measure of Chinese manufacturing activity remained negative in July as concern persists about the state of the world’s second largest economy21 hr ago - China -
MarketWatch - Business
Uber says it’s partnering with China’s BYD to bring on 100,000 EVs
Uber Technologies on Wednesday said it’s looking to bring on 100,000 new electric vehicles made by China’s BYD — though only outside the United States.12 hr ago - China -
ABC News - World
North Korean officials seek medicines for Kim's obesity-related health problems, Seoul says
South Korea's spy agency says North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has regained weight and has obesity-related health problems including high blood pressure and diabetes2 days ago - North Korea -
ABC News - Top stories
12-year-old killed by gunmen on jet skis targeting rival drug dealer, officials say
A 12-year-old boy was killed on a beach in Cancun after gunmen on jet skis opened fire on a rival drug dealer, Mexican officials said Sunday.2 days ago -
The New York Times - World
El Chapo’s Son Abducted El Mayo and Flew Him to U.S., Officials Now Say
U.S. officials say Joaquín Guzmán López, a son of El Chapo, forced Ismael Zambada García onto a plane bound for the United States, in a case that landed the two Sinaloa cartel leaders in custody last week.23 hr ago -
The Guardian - World
Ukraine war briefing: US to send $1.7bn in military aid to Ukraine, officials say
The aid includes funding for long-term contracts, as well as $200m in immediate military aid taken from Pentagon stockpiles . What we know on day 888. See all our Ukraine war coverage The US will send $1.7bn in military aid to Ukraine, ...23 hr ago - Ukraine -
NBC News - Top stories
North Korean officials seek medicine for Kim’s health problems related to obesity, Seoul says
North Korean officials are seeking medicines from abroad to treat the obesity-related health problems of leader Kim Jong Un, South Korea’s spy agency said.15 hr ago -
CBS News - Top stories
South Korean officials say Kim Jong Un regains weight, fueling health woes
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has regained weight and his 5-foot 7-inch, 308-pound stature is exacerbating health problems, South Korean officials say.12 hr ago - North Korea -
ABC News - World
Pakistan says its own messaging app for secure comms among officials is ready to launch
Pakistan has developed and successfully tested a government messaging app for secure communication among officials, even as it restricts social media use and regularly shuts down internet and mobile phone networks to prevent dissent4 hr ago - Pakistan -
ABC News - Tech
Pakistan says its own messaging app for secure comms among officials is ready to launch
Pakistan has developed and successfully tested a government messaging app for secure communication among officials, even as it restricts social media use and regularly shuts down internet and mobile phone networks to prevent dissent4 hr ago - Pakistan -
ABC News - World
Carter Center says it cannot verify Venezuela election results, blames officials for “complete lack of transparency”
Carter Center says it cannot verify Venezuela election results, blames officials for “complete lack of transparency”21 hr ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Tesla in fatal Seattle-area crash that killed motorcyclist was in self-driving mode, officials say
The Tesla that hit and killed a motorcyclist near Seattle in April was running on the car’s self-driving system at the time of the crash, the state patrol confirmed to NBC News on Wednesday.7 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
KKR Says 2024 Could be a 'Sweet-Spot Year' as It Ramps Up Investments
KKR boosted its investments in the June quarter, putting some $23 billion to use, while wrapping up its second highest quarterly fundraising haul at $32 billion.5 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Top Philippine officials said they were determined to press ahead with the resupply of a military outpost in the South China Sea despite differences with Beijing about a recent deal covering deliveries to disputed Second Thomas Shoal.
Top Philippine officials said they were determined to press ahead with the resupply of a military outpost in the South China Sea despite differences with Beijing about a recent deal covering deliveries to disputed Second Thomas Shoal.20 hr ago -
NBC News - Top stories
The housing crunch is still squeezing buyers — but not as badly in these swing-state counties
Homes are getting less affordable for buyers all over the country — including in places where the 2024 presidential race could be decided.9 hr ago -
The Guardian - World
Trade row won’t hurt US and China’s emissions talks, says US climate chief
John Podesta says negotiations ‘to find a path forward’ continue with urgent discussions planned for Cop29. Trade frictions and increasing tension between the US and China won’t affect climate negotiations between the two superpowers if he can ...9 hr ago - China -
ABC News - World
Germany says China was behind a 2021 cyberattack on a government agency and summons its ambassador
Officials in Berlin say an investigation has determined that “Chinese state actors” were responsible for a 2021 cyberattack on Germany’s national office for cartography12 hr ago - China -
ABC News - Tech
Texas officials say Meta agrees to $1.4 billion settlement over claims tech giant used biometric data without permission
Texas officials say Meta agrees to $1.4 billion settlement over claims tech giant used biometric data without permission8 hr ago -
Financial Times - World
ETFs help fuel 25% jump in Taiwan fund assets in six months
Domestic equities ETFs continue to benefit from an unceasing flood of retail investors20 hr ago - Taiwan -
ABC News - World
Taiwan pres. urges democracies to unite at largest-ever gathering of lawmakers
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has welcomed what he said is the largest ever delegation of foreign lawmakers to Taiwan, even as Beijing pressured members of the delegation not to visit13 hr ago -
ABC News - World
Mexican president issues public appeal to drug cartels not to fight after detention of drug lord
Mexico's president has taken the unusual step of issuing a public appeal to drug cartels not to fight each other, following last week's detention of top Mexican drug lord Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada and Joaquín Guzmán López2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
'Building up the middle class will be a defining goal,' Harris says — here's how she may make that happen
Vice President Kamala Harris, the de facto Democratic nominee, is positioning herself as a champion for the middle class.6 hr ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
William L. Calley Jr., Convicted in My Lai Massacre, Is Dead at 80
Hundreds of Vietnamese civilians died at the hands of American soldiers, but Lieutenant Calley was the only one found guilty.7 hr ago -
BBC News - Top stories
William Calley, who led My Lai massacre, dead at 80
He was the only US soldier convicted for the massacre, in which hundreds of Vietnamese civilians were killed.9 hr ago -
VentureBeat - Tech
Bungie lays off 220 people amidst shift to ‘new path’
Bungie announced today it's laying off more people as it attempts to shift its financial strategy following 2023's economic downturn.6 hr ago -
Financial Times - Business
Fed says first cut to US interest rates could come in September
Central bank holds rates steady but comments by chair Powell boost expectations of pre-election move2 hr ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
Intel Plans to Lay Off Thousands to Stabilize Its Finances
Shares of the company have plunged 40 percent this year as the chipmaking market gets hypercompetitive.6 hr ago