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Imane Khelif cleared for Olympics after eligibility row

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has been officially cleared to compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics after the IOC and IBA clashed over her gender eligibility. Get the full story on the controversy that rocked the boxing world.

Xi Jinping's Beijing Parade Shows China's Nuclear Might

China's latest military parade in Beijing, overseen by President Xi Jinping, displayed a formidable array of advanced nuclear missiles and cutting-edge military technology, signalling a significant shift in global defence dynamics.

Simone Biles eyes LA 2028 Olympics in equestrian

Olympic gymnastics legend Simone Biles is reportedly considering a sensational comeback for the Los Angeles 2028 Games, but not on the mat. The American superstar is exploring a daring switch to equestrian events.

Kim Jong-un Visits Xi in Beijing for Strategic Talks

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un makes a significant visit to Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping, signalling a potential strategic realignment and a unified stance against Western sanctions.

Xi Hosts Putin & Kim at China's Grand Military Parade

Beijing marks the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII with a formidable show of strength. World leaders, including Putin and Kim Jong Un, attend the spectacle as China showcases its latest military hardware and asserts its global power.

Putin & Xi Forge New Era with Kim in Beijing

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping hailed a 'new era' in strategic cooperation at a major military parade, with North Korea's Kim Jong-un in attendance, signalling a formidable shift in global power dynamics.

Kim Jong Un's Armoured Train Spotted Near China Border

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's heavily guarded private train, the 'Taeyangho', has been identified at a station near the Chinese border, sparking intense speculation about a potential clandestine diplomatic trip to Beijing amid rising tensions in the r

Kim Jong Un meets Putin and Xi in China for anti-NATO summit

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has embarked on a clandestine journey via his famed armoured train to Beijing, joining Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping for a major military parade and strategic summit aimed at countering Western influence and forging a new w

Xi Jinping's Diplomatic Tour to Russia and North Korea

Chinese President Xi Jinping embarks on a crucial diplomatic tour to Russia and North Korea, signalling a strategic realignment that could reshape global power dynamics and challenge Western influence.

Kim Jong-un arrives in Beijing for military parade

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has made a significant diplomatic journey to Beijing aboard his specialised armoured train, expected to attend China's major military parade commemorating the end of World War II.

Kim Jong Un's Armoured Train to Beijing for Putin Summit

Exclusive: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is reportedly travelling to Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with Vladimir Putin, raising global alarm over a potential arms deal that could fuel the war in Ukraine.

Prabowo's Diplomatic Tightrope Between US and China

Exclusive: Indonesia's President-elect Prabowo Subianto is embarking on a delicate diplomatic mission to the US and China, seeking to balance relations with both superpowers amid rising global tensions.

Putin, Modi, Erdogan, Xi Forge New Alliance in Beijing

In a seismic shift for global diplomacy, the leaders of Russia, India, Turkey, and China convened in Beijing for high-stakes talks, signalling a powerful challenge to Western hegemony and reshaping the world order.

Xi and Putin Strengthen Alliance in Beijing Summit

Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin have vowed to deepen strategic cooperation during a high-stakes summit in Beijing, presenting a united front against the West and boosting Eurasian security ties.

China Threatens Retaliation Over Trump Tariff Pledge

China's Ministry of Finance issues a stark warning to the US, condemning Donald Trump's proposed 60% tariffs as a 'grave threat to global economic stability' and vowing 'necessary measures' in response.

Heathrow-Beijing flight diverted over Siberia

A British Airways flight from London to Beijing was dramatically rerouted over Siberia, adding hours to its journey, due to the ongoing ban on UK airlines using Russian airspace.

Indonesia Summons Chinese Diplomat Over Sea Dispute

Tensions escalate as Indonesia confronts China over alleged 'territorial violations' and harassment of its fishermen near the Natuna Islands, challenging Beijing's expansive maritime claims.

Simone Biles Hints at Olympic Comeback for LA 2028

Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles has shut down speculation of an immediate return to the Olympics, but a cryptic three-word message has fans convinced she's targeting a spectacular comeback for the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

US warns of Hong Kong freedoms "death knell"

Senior US figures, including Mike Pompeo and Mike Pence, warn of eroding liberties in Hong Kong as China tightens its grip. Is the 'one country, two systems' principle at risk?

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