Xi Jinping calls for stronger political loyalty in military to advance defense modernization

BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for strengthening political loyalty within the military as part of broader efforts to advance the modernization of China’s national defense and armed…

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Xi calls for decisive progress in Healthy China Initiative during 15th Five-Year Plan

BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for accelerated efforts to advance the Healthy China Initiative during the 15th Five-Year Plan period from 2026 to 2030, emphasizing the need…

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China’s domestic travel reaches record levels in 2025, minister says

BEIJING — Domestic travel in China reached record levels in 2025, with both the number of trips and tourism spending hitting new highs, according to the country’s culture and tourism…

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Observers say China’s 2026 growth target signals steady and pragmatic economic strategy

BEIJING — Global analysts say China’s newly announced economic growth target for 2026 reflects a pragmatic approach to maintaining stable development while advancing structural reforms and economic modernization. China’s government…

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Chinese scientists develop flexible thermoelectric material for wearable power generation

BEIJING — A team of Chinese researchers has developed an advanced flexible thermoelectric material that can convert heat into electricity, offering potential new power solutions for wearable devices, sensors and…

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Housing in Crisis

Disrepair, evictions & shifting balance of power in England’s rental market by Ramsha Shahid England’s housing crisis has become one of the most pressing social and legal challenges facing policymakers.…

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Gold rebounds in Pakistan as per tola price jumps Rs6,100 after four-day slide

KARACHI — Gold prices in Pakistan increased sharply on Saturday, rebounding after four consecutive days of decline as international gold rates moved higher, according to data released by the All…

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Ambassador of Women Leadership – Prof. Dr. Bushra Mirza (Pride of Performance, T.I.)

Vice Chancellor, Fatima Jinnah Women University Empowering Women Through Innovation, Research, and Sustainable Education Interview by Abid Saeed At a time when higher education institutions worldwide are redefining their role…

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Trump says Iran war may end only if Tehran’s leadership and military are eliminated

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said he is not pursuing negotiations to end the ongoing Iran war, suggesting the conflict could conclude only if Iran’s military capability and leadership…

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Israeli Influence at Pakistan’s Doorstep: The Real Aim Behind the Attack on Iran

Many political leaders in the Muslim world argue that Zionism poses an existential threat not only to individual nations but to global stability. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has…

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