December 6, 07:42 PM • 3122 viewsDecember 4, 02:10 PM • 42896 viewsGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans his first visit to China to ease relations after prolonged tension. The trip, expected in October, has symbolic significance for maintaining bilateral relations and restoring contacts.
Sudden floods caused by torrential rains devastated the Himalayan valley between China and Nepal. 8 people died, 31 people are missing, including employees of a Chinese depot.
A man was gored by a bull's horn in the armpit, his condition is stable. Seven other people sustained bruises and contusions during the bull run in Pamplona.
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Great Britain and met King Charles III in Windsor. Charles is expected to emphasize the "plurality of complex threats" facing both countries.
Great Britain has imposed sanctions on two Russians and one legal entity for the development of chemical weapons. Among them are the deputy commander of the Russian Armed Forces' radiation, chemical, and biological protection troops and an institute that supplies grenades with chemical substances.
TikTok is developing a new version of its app for users in the US, which is planned to launch on September 5. This comes amid negotiations for the sale of TikTok's US assets, the deadline for which has been extended to September 17.
OPEC+ countries plan to approve a significant increase in oil production in September, completing the phased unwinding of voluntary cuts. The United Arab Emirates will also receive a larger production quota.
BRICS countries reacted to Donald Trump's threats to impose 10% tariffs on countries that join "anti-American policies. " South Africa and China deny anti-American sentiments, and Malaysia joins BRICS, emphasizing an independent foreign policy.
Donald Trump announced the introduction of an additional 10% tariffs on countries that join BRICS' "anti-American policies. " This announcement came amid the BRICS summit in Brazil, where the group criticized US tariff policies.
Tesla shares fell by more than 3% due to investor concerns about Elon Musk's focus after his announcement of creating a new political party in the US. This decision drew criticism from Donald Trump and concern from analysts regarding its impact on the company.
The US dollar is hovering near multi-year lows due to uncertainty over new tariffs that Donald Trump plans to impose. The euro is also showing a downward trend.
Yemeni Houthis attacked the Greek dry cargo ship Magic Seas, flying the Liberian flag, 51 nautical miles southeast of Hodeidah. The vessel caught fire and began to sink after drone boat strikes and shelling; the crew abandoned the ship.
A powerful storm hit northern Italy after a heatwave, causing the death of a 63-year-old woman in Robecchetto con Induno due to a falling tree. Firefighters responded to about 50 weather-related emergencies.
The death toll from the Texas flood has reached 67, including 21 children. 11 girls from the camp remain missing, with searches continuing for the third day. President Trump has declared a state of emergency in Kerr County.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the United States is close to concluding several trade agreements. President Trump will send letters to 100 countries regarding tariff increases from August 1.
The spiritual leader of Tibet, the Dalai Lama, celebrated his 90th birthday with a prayer for peace while in exile in India. He stated that his successor would be born in the free world, and the responsibility for his appointment would rest solely with the Ganden Phodrang Trust.
US President Donald Trump has signed letters to 12 countries, setting tariff levels on exports to the US. These tariffs, which can reach 70%, will come into force on August 1.
The spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama, who will turn 90 on July 6, announced his intention to live until he is 130 years old. He voiced this prediction during a ceremony in Dharamshala, where he has resided since 1959.
The BRICS summit on July 6-7 in Rio de Janeiro will discuss the settlement of the situation in Ukraine. Russian President Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will not participate in the event.
Hyper-competition from Chinese electric vehicles in Thailand threatens local production. Neta, one of the first Chinese brands in the Thai market, cannot meet the requirements of the state incentive program, which has led to payment delays and complaints from dealers.
The Japanese government has warned of possible strong earthquakes southwest of the main islands, urging people not to believe unsubstantiated forecasts. This comes after a series of tremors fueled rumors of a "great catastrophe," which affected tourism.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu stated that the country's future in the EU depends on Moldovans ahead of the September parliamentary elections. The EU has allocated the first tranche of 270 million euros for Moldova.
In central-south Texas, a sudden flood along the Guadalupe River has led to the death of at least 13 people. Around 20 children from a local summer camp are considered missing after the camp was submerged by water.
Hamas responded positively to the ceasefire proposal in Gaza, but demands more reliable guarantees for ending the war. Negotiations with other Palestinian factions preceded the official response.
China is finalising new safety regulations for driver assistance systems, which could give it an edge over global rivals. This contrasts with the US market, where such regulation is the focus of criticism.
The US Environmental Protection Agency sent 139 employees on administrative leave. This happened after the publication of a letter criticizing the US government for "harmful deregulation" and "ignoring scientific consensus."
Forest fires in Turkey claimed two lives, one of whom was an excavator operator fighting the blaze. A little-known group, "Children of Fire," claiming ties to Kurdish militants, has taken responsibility for dozens of arsons.
Russia officially recognized the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan by accepting the credentials of the new ambassador. This decision was made by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the suggestion of Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
The city's Department of Health in Tennessee has allowed Elon Musk's xAI data center to continue operating gas turbines that power the Grok chatbot. This decision was made despite a lawsuit and public opposition regarding air pollution.
Chinese automakers BYD and Chery increased sales by 40% in 2024, while Tesla faced an annual decline for the first time. This is due to the flexibility of Chinese companies, which develop new models in less than half the time required by competitors.
