China’s Population Falls for Fourth Straight Year as Birth Crisis Deepens
Official data show China’s population shrank to 1.404 bn in 2025 despite government efforts to boost fertility
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Valentino Garavani Dies Aged 93, Legendary Founder of the Valentino Fashion House
Italian designer behind “Valentino red” and iconic haute couture gowns leaves lasting global legacy
U.S. Catholic Cardinals Urge Trump Administration to Follow Moral Compass in Foreign Policy
The three cardinals cited Venezuela, Greenland and Ukraine in their statement — saying they "raised basic questions about the use of military force and the meaning of peace". Photo: AP
China Hits 2025 Growth Target on Exports but Economic Slowdown Raises Concerns
Strong trade offsets weak consumer demand as quarterly growth falls to its slowest pace since 2022
Microsoft Issues Emergency Fix After Windows 11 Security Update Causes Major Bugs
Shutdown failures, remote login issues and Outlook crashes follow January Windows update
Orban Claims EU Leaders Forming “War Councils” as Tensions With Russia Rise
Hungary’s prime minister warns Europe is drifting toward direct conflict while EU officials dismiss the claims
Hackers Disrupt Iranian State TV to Air Message From Exiled Crown Prince
Broadcast interruption urges Iranian military to side with protesters amid deadly crackdown and internet blackout
IMF Warns Trump Tariff Threats Could Hit Global Growth
Rising geopolitical tensions and renewed trade wars pose major risks to the global economy in 2026, the IMF says
Taiwan Secures U.S. Trade Deal Cutting Tariffs to 15%
Agreement includes $250 billion investment pledge and draws criticism from Beijing