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Xi, Abe reach 10-point consensus to promote bilateral relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe reached in Osaka on Thursday a 10-point consensus to jointly promote the healthy development of bilateral relations, according to a senior Chinese diplomat.

The consensus was reached during a meeting between Xi and Abe ahead of a summit of the Group of 20 major economies slated for Friday and Saturday in the Japanese city of Osaka, Wu Jianghao, director-general of the Department of Asian Affairs of the Chinese Foreign Ministry told reporters.

Among the consensus, Xi and Abe spoke highly of the sound momentum in the development of China-Japan relations and agreed that as both countries have entered a new era of development, joint efforts are needed to build bilateral relations that meet the requirements of the new era.

While the world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, the two leaders saw fresh opportunities for developing bilateral relations as mutual interests and common concerns between the two countries are increasing day by day.

They also agreed to maintain close communication, strengthen high-level guidance and keep increasing political mutual trust. (Xinhua)

Chang'e-4 probe resumes work for 7th lunar day

The lander and the rover of the Chang'e-4 probe have resumed work for the seventh lunar day on the far side of the moon after "sleeping" during the extreme cold night.

The lander woke up at 9:45 am Thursday, and the rover, Yutu-2 (Jade Rabbit-2), awoke at 1:26 pm Wednesday. Both are in normal working condition, according to the Lunar Exploration and Space Program Center of the China National Space Administration.

The rover has traveled more than 212 meters on the moon to conduct scientific exploration on the virgin territory. (Xinhua) 

British PM refuses unconditional support for successor

British Prime Minister Theresa May on Thursday said she would not promise unconditional support for the next prime minister over the Brexit plan.

The comments came as Jeremy Hunt and Boris Johnson are vying for the Tory leadership. Both of them have said they would try to renegotiate a Brexit deal with the European Union.

May told British journalists on her flight to the G20 summit in Japan that it is important the country delivers a Brexit that is good for its people. (Xinhua) 

Biden, Democratic heavyweights face off in second 2020 debate

All eyes turn to frontrunner Joe Biden Thursday when he and nine more Democratic presidential hopefuls take the stage for a second night of debate, with immigration, health care and economic inequality commanding the candidates' attention.

They hit out on Wednesday at President Donald Trump's economic and immigration policies, but diverged on how zealously the next president should shift the country onto a more liberal course.

For Thursday's encounter, Biden and Bernie Sanders will face up-and-comers like Senator Kamala Harris, the only black woman in the race, and Pete Buttigieg, the 37-year-old gay mayor of South Bend, Indiana. (AFP) 

Boeing shares hit as FAA finds new 737 MAX issue

Shares of Boeing fell Thursday after US regulators identified a new issue in the Boeing 737 MAX that will likely slow the plane's return to service.

The issue, identified during simulator testing by Federal Aviation Administration, concerns a problem with a microprocessor that impedes the ability of pilots to quickly reassert control of the plane after having activated the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS), according to two people familiar with the issue.

On Thursday, the International Air Transport Association, which represents 290 airlines, called on global regulators to coordinate to ensure the aircraft's safe return to service. (AFP) 

Beijing Internet court launches AI judge

The Beijing Internet court on Thursday launched an online litigation service center, which includes an AI judge claimed to be "the first of its kind in the world." 

The AI judge, based on intelligent synthesizing technologies of speech and image, will help the court's judges complete repetitive basic work, including litigation reception, and thus enables professional practitioners to focus on judicial trials. (Xinhua) 

South Korea's 'Song-Song' couple seek divorce, stunning fans

South Korean superstar couple Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are seeking a divorce to end their celebrity marriage of less than two years.

Dubbed as “Song-Song couple,” both have huge followings across Asia and elsewhere.

Song Joong-ki said he won’t disclose details about why he and 37-year-old Song Hye-kyo want to end their marriage. He said both want to end their divorce proceedings smoothly rather than blame each other. (AP) 

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Who starts first in chess?

(Answer: White.)

Today's quote is from French poet Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695).

"Sadness flies away on the wings of time."

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