According to a report by S&P Global Ratings, China's real estate market is facing a fifth year of decline, with new home sales projected to fall by 8% in 2025. This is a sharper decline than previously expected and postpones hopes for a market recovery.
On his 73rd birthday, Vladimir Putin is expanding state life extension programs, aiming to govern the country as long as medicine allows him to remain in office. He discussed with Xi Jinping the prospects of organ transplantation and the possibility of living to 150 years.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced the preparation of new military steps due to increased US activity on the Korean Peninsula. He noted that the DPRK has already directed strategic resources to priority security goals.
The value of new home sales from China's top 100 real estate companies rose 0. 4% year-on-year to 252.8 billion yuan in September. This marks a significant improvement compared to the 17.6% decline in August, indicating a potential market stabilization.
A former aide to a politician from the far-right AfD party has been sentenced to nearly five years in prison for spying for China. He spied on Chinese dissidents and passed information from the European Parliament to Chinese intelligence.
Chinese journalist Zhang Zhan, sentenced in 2020 for reporting on the early stages of COVID-19 in Wuhan, has been sentenced to another four years in prison. She was found guilty on charges of "inciting hatred and provoking public disorder."
Beijing is demonstrating new nuclear deterrence capabilities and a tough stance on Taiwan. This comes amid escalating talks about trade between Washington and Beijing.
The meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is at risk of collapse. The reason is customs tariffs and the issue of fentanyl, which are hindering progress in negotiations.
US President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia. The Prime Minister of Malaysia stated that Putin is also considering participating in the meeting.
Shaun White and Nina Dobrev broke up after five years of relationship, their decision was mutual. Dobrev appeared without an engagement ring at the film festival, which confirmed the breakup.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin began a new phase of the war against Ukraine after returning from China. This is confirmed by the attack on the Cabinet of Ministers building in Kyiv, which happened for the first time in three years of full-scale invasion.
China will strengthen strategic communications and deepen cooperation with the DPRK, Xi Jinping wrote in a congratulatory message to Kim Jong Un. The leader of the PRC emphasized the consistent and unwavering strategic policy of the Communist Party of China and the government regarding the development of relations with the DPRK.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Mykhailo Podolyak stated that China can stop the war in Ukraine, but it is more profitable for it to observe. The US must regain its moderator status or come to terms with the world's reorientation towards the East.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will join the virtual BRICS summit organized by Brazil. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will send the foreign minister.
Reuters agency removed a video recording of a conversation between Putin and Xi Jinping about living up to 150 years. The reason was the withdrawal of permission to use the footage by China's state television.
Another tanker with Russian gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project has docked at the Chinese port of Tishang. This is the second cargo from the sanctioned project to arrive in China.
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that the discovery of Chinese components in Russian drones makes it difficult to believe Beijing's stated position on peace. Ukraine calls on China to adhere to its diplomatic statements.
President Zelenskyy stated that Putin fears Ukraine's success and its accession to the EU, as this could set an example for Russians. He also emphasized that NATO expansion is important to Putin, even though the Alliance is a defensive organization.
Putin's visit to China ended without concrete agreements on the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline, despite his statements about "consensus". Beijing limited itself to general phrases about "promoting infrastructure projects."
Chinese companies supplied parts and materials worth at least 55 million euros to Russian firms sanctioned for drone production. Almost a quarter of these supplies went to companies involved in the production of Iranian Shahed kamikaze drones.
The famous TikTok and Instagram blogger, who has over 5 million followers, married David Paunall. The couple tied the knot on August 28 at Lake Como, making wedding planning part of their content.
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas called the joint meeting of the leaders of China, North Korea, and Russia in Beijing a "direct challenge" to the international system. She characterized it as the building of an "anti-Western world order."
Andriy Kovalenko compared the 1969 conflict between the USSR and China on Damansky Island to the current relations between Beijing and Moscow. He noted that Russia has turned into a "raw material appendage" of China, which symbolizes the end of its imperial ambitions.
The leaders of China, Russia, and North Korea discussed the possibility of living to 150 years old during their ascent to the Tiananmen Gate. Putin mentioned organ transplantation, while Xi Jinping spoke about longevity forecasts.
A military parade was held in Beijing to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender. For the first time, Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un appeared together on the tribune.
Donald Trump congratulated Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the anniversary of the end of World War II, recalling US support. He also sent "greetings" to Putin and Kim Jong Un.
Chinese authorities will demonstrate a secret laser weapon at a military parade on September 3, which will be a show of Beijing's strength over the West. World leaders, including Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, will be present at the parade.
The dictator lies about "retaliation for strikes on Russian oil refineries," as Russia has been systematically attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure since 2022.
Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow is not against Ukraine's European integration, but NATO membership is unacceptable. Robert Fico confirmed his position on Ukraine's EU accession provided all criteria are met and expressed opposition to NATO membership.
China is introducing a trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens with biometric foreign passports starting September 15, 2025. Russians will be able to stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa; the program will be valid for one year.
