An image shared on Facebook claims to show Chinese President Xi Jinping having a stroke. The image is from March and shows Xi after he drank a cup of water. There is no evidence he has suffered a stroke. Fact Check:. Chinese media has moved to dispute a phrase about...

FACT CHECK: Image Claiming To Show Xi Jinping Having Stroke Is Old

Does a photo show China's President Xi Jinping suffering a stroke in July 2024? No, that's not true: The image in a social media post is an Associated Press photo from March 11, 2024. Xi was pictured wincing after taking a sip from a cup at the National People's Congress.

Fact Check: Photo Does NOT Show China's President Xi Jinping Suffering A Stroke In July 2024 -- It's from March 2024, He Was Wincing

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Chinese President Xi Jinping called on world powers to help Russia and Ukraine resume direct dialogue during a meeting Monday with Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, state broadcaster CCTV reported. Orbán made a surprise visit to China after similar trips last week to Russia and...

China's Xi calls on world powers to help Russia and Ukraine resume direct dialogue

The Atlantic

Xi Jinping’s policies are cutting off his country from the world, to no one’s ultimate benefit.

China’s Self-Imposed Isolation

Reuters

BEIJING (Reuters) - China's economic recovery is not strong enough and the government needs to implement macro policies more effectively, said the senior Communist Party official for financial and economic affairs on Friday.

China's economic recovery not strong enough, Communist Party official says

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Thomas Smith

Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

Business Insider

Local media reported that while Japanese authorities believe the ship made a mistake, its captain is still being questioned for the 20-minute incident.

Japan is scrambling to explain why its naval destroyer pushed into Chinese waters where Beijing was conducting live-fire drills near Taiwan

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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A multi-state measles outbreak has prompted urgent warnings from public health officials after five cases were confirmed, including two in New Hampshire and one in Vermont. The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services issued an alert on Thursday, detailing potential exposure at three specific locations earlier this month. The alert comes as the highly contagious disease continues to spread, causing concern among health experts and residents alike.

Multi-State Measles Outbreak Traced to International Traveler, New Exposure Sites Identified

NBC News

HONG KONG — Mere minutes after Donald Trump was whisked away from his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, following an assassination attempt Saturday, printing machines on the other side of the world were already churning out T-shirts bearing the image of the former president with his ear bloodied and his fist held high.

Trump T-shirts that flooded Chinese retail sites after the shooting have disappeared

Donald Trump Jr. is under heavy scrutiny after a controversial comment about his 17-year-old daughter, Kai Madison Trump, in a TikTok video. The comment, made just before Kai's speech at the Republican National Convention (RNC), has been widely criticized as inappropriate and has sparked a heated backlash.

Donald Trump Jr. Faces Backlash Over 'Inappropriate' Comments About Daughter Kai Before Her RNC Speech

Meghan Markle is gearing up for a series of new ventures, including her lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard and a Netflix cookery show. Despite her efforts, the Duchess of Sussex reportedly feels that every move she makes is met with criticism and that she is "unfairly picked on," according to royal author Tom Quinn.

Meghan Markle Feels 'Picked On' Amid New Projects and Scrutiny

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

Prosecutors said the money raised from Guo's online followers was used to fund his lavish lifestyle.

China tycoon Guo convicted in US over $1bn scam

The yen experienced a significant surge on Wednesday, with traders speculating that Japanese authorities had intervened to support the currency, which has been struggling against multi-decade lows.

Yen Surges Amid Suspected Intervention, Sterling Reaches One-Year High

A Russian court has sentenced Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in prison on espionage charges. The 32-year-old journalist, accused of gathering secret information during a reporting trip in Yekaterinburg, has steadfastly denied the charges, along with his employer, The Wall Street Journal.

U.S. Journalist Evan Gershkovich Sentenced to 16 Years in Russian Prison on Espionage Charges

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, made a striking appearance at the 2024 Wimbledon men's finals on Sunday, her second public outing since announcing her cancer diagnosis. Dressed in a vibrant violet Safiyaa dress, Middleton not only captivated onlookers with her elegance but also delivered a message through her sartorial choice.

Why Wear Purple? Kate Middleton Channels Princess Diana and Honors Wimbledon Heritage

Royal enthusiasts have been vocal on social media, playfully demanding "justice for Prince Louis" after the young royal was conspicuously absent from two high-profile events. Despite the presence of his parents, Prince William and Kate Middleton, and his older siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, at both the Euro 2024 final and the Wimbledon final, Prince Louis was nowhere to be seen.

Fans Demand 'Justice for Prince Louis' After Latest Royal Snub

Zong Fuli (Kelly Zong), the daughter of the late Wahaha Group founder Zong Qinghou, has reportedly stepped down from her positions as vice chairman and general manager of the Chinese beverage giant. This development follows months of internal discord and shareholder unrest since her father's passing earlier this year.

Wahaha Heiress Kelly Zong Reportedly Resigns Amid Leadership Turmoil

A dangerous new friendship is forming on China's doorstep that poses a dilemma for its leader, Xi Jinping.

Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un are getting closer — and China has reason to be worried

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Qin Gang and Li Shangfu Removed from Communist Party Leadership Amid Scandal

In a significant shake-up within China's political hierarchy, the Communist Party has removed...

Qin Gang and Li Shangfu Removed from Communist Party Leadership Amid Scandal

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