
From Opera to Peace: How Sichuan Opera Reflects China’s Cultural Harmony
Discover how Sichuan opera mirrors China’s evolving civilization, embracing diversity, harmony, and cultural inclusiveness through the eyes of Shen Tiemei.
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Discover how Sichuan opera mirrors China’s evolving civilization, embracing diversity, harmony, and cultural inclusiveness through the eyes of Shen Tiemei.

China’s State Council Information Office held a press conference to share foreign exchange data for the first half of 2025, highlighting trends in the nation’s forex market.

Vietnam prepares for Typhoon Wipha’s arrival with soldiers on standby and flights canceled, as heavy rainfall and potential flooding threaten the northern coast.

Harvard University challenges the Trump administration over $2.5 billion in canceled grants, as tensions rise over new tariffs impacting the U.S. economy and international trade relations.

The Philippines faces severe flooding as torrential rains affect over 1 million people, causing widespread disruption and prompting evacuations.

Israeli tanks have advanced into Deir al-Balah, intensifying the Gaza conflict as a hunger crisis worsens. UN agencies express concern over the dire humanitarian situation.

Iran’s Foreign Minister says Tehran won’t abandon its uranium enrichment program despite serious damage from recent conflicts, emphasizing it’s a matter of national pride.

Activists urge the release of all files on Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination to uncover the full truth and honor his legacy.

Thousands of federal troops are leaving Los Angeles as the Trump administration orders the withdrawal of National Guard and Marines deployed during recent protests.

Environmentalists warn that a new bill passed by Brazil’s Congress could accelerate deforestation in the Amazon rainforest, threatening biodiversity and contributing to climate change.