Sunday, April 13, 2025

'Correct mistakes': China calls on US to 'completely cancel' reciprocal tariffs April 13, 2025 at 02:07AM

China urges the US to completely eliminate reciprocal tariffs imposed during the Trump administration, which have escalated to 145%. Describing the recent tariff exemption on consumer electronics as a "small step," China is assessing the overall impact. Businesses are increasingly concerned about the sustainability of US-China trade relations due to these escalating tensions and retaliatory levies.

‘Leave now or…’: What Trump’s 30-day immigration warning means — FAQ April 13, 2025 at 02:07AM

Private meeting, Volt Typhoon and cyber threats: Did China admit to unleashing cyberattacks on US infrastructure? April 13, 2025 at 12:30AM

Chinese officials have admitted to conducting cyber attacks on US infrastructure, known as "Volt Typhoon," during a private meeting. This operation, linked to China's military, targeted critical sectors and maintained covert access to the US electric grid. The US also identified another campaign, "Salt Typhoon," targeting American telecommunications networks.

'People rushed out of buildings': Witnesses describe panic as fresh quake jolts central Myanmar April 12, 2025 at 11:27PM

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar early Sunday, causing residents to flee their homes near the epicenter. This tremor follows a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28, which killed thousands and exacerbated the country's humanitarian crisis. The recent quake shook buildings and damaged ceilings, adding to the challenges faced by a nation already grappling with conflict and displacement.