WINTERBERG: German bobsleigh legend Francesco Friedrich achieved a significant career milestone by clinching his 50th IBSF World Cup victory in the 2-man bobsleigh event in Winterberg, Germany. The triumph, marked by a record-setting performance, furt…
SANAA: Yemen’s Houthi group has claimed responsibility for a rocket attack targeting Israel’s Orot Rabin power plant, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. The group announced the attack was carried out using a hypersonic ballistic mi…
Xiamen: Ethiopian athletes Dawit Wolde and Ruti Aga emerged victorious at the 2025 Xiamen Marathon, setting new course records in both the men’s and women’s categories. Wolde recorded a time of two hours, six minutes, and six seconds, surpassing the p…
Xiamen: Ethiopian athletes Dawit Wolde and Ruti Aga emerged victorious at the 2025 Xiamen Marathon, setting new course records in both the men’s and women’s categories. Wolde recorded a time of two hours, six minutes, and six seconds, surpassing the p…
DHAKA: Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves have rebounded, reaching over 21 billion U.S. dollars by the end of December 2024, as indicated by the latest data from the central bank. This marks a significant recovery following a prolonged period of d…
SHANGHAI: Shanghai Sharks small forward Li Hongquan and Qingdao Eagles shooting guard Quinndary Weatherspoon have been named the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league’s Players of the Week for games held between the 24th and 26th rounds, accordi…
BEIJING: Chinese enterprises are increasingly tapping into the burgeoning ice and snow economy, leveraging the nation’s growing enthusiasm for winter sports and related activities. This development is part of China’s broader strategy to diversify its …
NEW YORK: New York City has become the first city in the United States to implement a congestion pricing plan, which took effect on Sunday. The plan covers Lower and Midtown Manhattan, introducing tolls for vehicles entering the designated congestion …
WASHINGTON: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken disclosed on Saturday that the United States had proactively sent weapons to Ukraine as early as five months before the conflict began. This revelation highlights the strategic foresight by the U.S. t…
HUALOUGOU: In the picturesque setting of Hualougou Village, nestled at the foot of the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall, farmer-turned-photographers have found a new calling that honors their heritage while driving economic growth. As these local…
NEW YORK: Bold, forward-thinking initiatives are necessary to rejuvenate the strained U.S.-China relationship, a prominent international relations expert has said, underscoring the global significance of the bilateral ties. Sarwar Kashmeri, host of Po…
WENLING: Chinese enterprises are seizing new opportunities in the burgeoning ice and snow economy, with businesses across the nation ramping up production and expanding their offerings to meet growing demand. Companies like Zhejiang Vista Sports Goods…
Plains: State funeral services for the late 39th President Jimmy Carter took place in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, on Saturday. Carter, who passed away at the age of 100 on December 29, was honored by hundreds of mourners who lined the streets as …
NEW YORK: A series of U.S. protectionist policies proposed by President-elect Donald Trump could adversely affect global trade, disrupt supply chains, and ultimately place a financial burden on consumers in the United States, according to Fabrizio Hoc…
XIAMEN: Ethiopian athletes showcased outstanding performances at the 2025 Xiamen Marathon, securing top positions in both the men’s and women’s categories. Dawit Wolde led the men’s race with a remarkable finish time, while Ruti Aga triumphed in the w…
