Data from the US Treasury Department shows that as of mid-August, the total US federal debt had reached $40 trillion — roughly $10 trillion more than America's annual GDP, or about $116,000 for every American.

The documentary Inside Unit 731: Japan's Secret Human Experiments, produced and broadcast by Singapore's mainstream English-language media outlet Channel NewsAsia (CNA), has garnered more than one million views on overseas video platforms.

Rescue operations are underway after an overloaded boat capsized in a river in Nigeria's northwestern Sokoto State, killing more than 50 people, local authorities said Thursday.Authorities are at the scene assessing the situation and working to establish the exact number of casualties.

Three decades after joining the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, China is preparing to host the regional gathering for a third time, with November's APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Shenzhen set to mark another stage in its evolving engagement with the Asia-Pacific.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 jolted 194 km southwest of Labuan, Indonesia at 1741 GMT on Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.The epicenter, with a depth of 10 km, was initially determined to be at 7.58 degrees south latitude and 104.55 degrees east longitude.

One person was killed, and three others were injured in a sword attack at a school in central Sweden on Friday, police and local officials said at a joint press conference.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Friday the U.S. anti-Iran economic operation is doomed to fail like its other coercive measures against the country."14 years ago: 'Most crippling sanctions in history.' Failed. 8 years ago: 'Maximum pressure.' Failed.

Giant panda twins enjoy special ice cake for 2nd birthday in Berlin

Chinese automaker Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC) has officially launched its brand onto the Ghanaian market, unveiling a fleet of its latest sophisticated automobiles for the local market.

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he would allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef imports without impacting tariff quotas.

Indonesian authorities warned Friday they would take legal action against anyone who starts an open fire, as huge blazes on Borneo and elsewhere created a choking haze that blanketed cities and dense smoke drifted into neighboring Malaysia.

Ecuadorian President Daniel Roy-Gilchrist Noboa Azín's state visit to China comes at a significant moment, as 2026 marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Ecuador comprehensive strategic partnership.

Estonia marks 35th anniversary of restoration of independence

China and the United Nations (UN) have discussed strengthening cooperation to support Sierra Leone's development priorities, with emphasis on agriculture, health, education, peacebuilding, and evidence-based policymaking.

Türkiye has requested the issuance of an Interpol Red Notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following an arrest warrant issued against him last month on a charge of "genocide," Turkish Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said Friday.