• US scientists move one step closer to an EXERCISE PILL that gives all the benefits of working out without moving a muscle

    Scientists at Washington University developed the medicine, named SLU-PP-332. It could help stave off age-related conditions such as dementia and heart failure. READ MORE: Weekend warriors lose just as much weight as

  • Israel-Gaza war: US condemns ‘cynical’ Russia and China veto of ceasefire deal; Israel to go into Rafah ‘with or without US support’ – as it happened

    This live blog is now closed. For more on the US’s vetoed UN resolution, you can read our latest reporting:US resolution on Gaza ceasefire vetoed at UN by Russia and ChinaExplainer – Why did Russia and China veto US’s Gaza ceasefire resolution?The Palestinian news agency Wafa reports that “hundreds of worshipers” were “blocked” from reaching the al-Aqsa mosque compound by Israeli forces on Friday.According to Wafa: “Eyewitnesses reported that Israeli forces significantly increased their military...

  • us china cyberespionage: US, UK accuse China of cyberespionage that hit millions of people

    US and British officials on Monday filed charges, imposed sanctions, and accused Beijing of a sweeping cyberespionage campaign that allegedly hit millions of people including lawmakers, academics and journalists, and companies including defense contractors. Authorities on both sides of the Atlantic nicknamed the hacking group Advanced Persistent Threat 31 or "APT31", calling it an arm of China's Ministry of State Security. Officials reeled off a laundry list of targets: White House staffers, US...

  • How Drones Might Decide a Future US-China War

    The rise of drone swarms is set to transform any future conflict between the U.S. and China, an expert has told Newsweek."It's clear that drones would play a large role in any U.S.-China conflict. First and foremost, they would play a major role in intelligence and surveillance—locating targets. It's true that both sides already have good surveillance capabilities using space satellites, but these capabilities would add still more capability," Lyle Goldstein, director of Asia engagement at...

  • US reportedly considering plea deal offer for Julian Assange

    But lawyers for WikiLeaks founder say they have been ‘given no indication’ Washington will change approach in espionage caseThe US government is reported to be considering a plea deal offer to Julian Assange, allowing him to admit to a misdemeanor, but his lawyers say they have been “given no indication” Washington intends to change its approach.The Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday that the US justice department was looking at ways to cut short the long London court battle of the...

  • US resolution on Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal vetoed by Russia and China

    Five-month impasse in UN security council extends as Netanyahu insists Israel will press ahead with new offensive against RafahA US resolution urging a ceasefire in Gaza linked to a hostage deal has been vetoed by Russia and China in the UN security council, extending a five-month impasse in the international body over the Israel-Hamas war which has killed more than 32,000 people.Eleven council members voted for the resolution on Friday morning; Russia, China and Algeria voted against it and...

  • Nike Stock (NKE) Rises After Sales Beat on Strength in US, China

    Nike Inc. reported sales that were stronger than anticipated as the company ramps up a multiyear cost-cutting plan in the face of weaker demand for its sneakers and apparel.

  • Likelihood of Hot War Between US-China Could Increase If Taiwan Isn’t Secure, Report Says

    A special report released by The Heritage Foundation on Wednesday lays out how U.S. national security could be impacted should China take over the self-governing Read More

  • Russia & China Strike Shipping Deal With Houthis To Ensure Safe Vessel Transits, Report Says

    Russia & China Strike Shipping Deal With Houthis To Ensure Safe Vessel Transits, Report Says According to Bloomberg's sources, Russia and China have sealed a deal with Iran-backed Houthis to allow their commercial vessels to transit the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden without fear of drone and or missile attacks. One of the sources said China and Russia reached a deal with diplomats in Oman with Mohammed Abdel Salam, one of the Houthis' top political leaders. They said the safe passage...

  • REPORT: New York Jets Could Shock The Entire NFL By Moving Up In Blockbuster Trade And Drafting Superstar WR For Aaron Rodgers

    A top NFL analyst is projecting the New York Jets to move up and trade for the top wide receiver prospect in the 2024 Draft, Marvin Harrison Jr. The Jets have been ultra-aggressive in the early stages of the league new year, having already signed eight-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle Tyron Smith and two-time 1,000-yard …

  • Diddy's US homes raided by US federal agents: reports

    Homes belonging to Sean “Diddy” Combs were raided by federal agents Monday, with the US hip hop mogul at the center of sex trafficking claims and sex assault lawsuits. Armed agents from the Department of Homeland Security entered luxury properties on both East and West Coasts of the United States, with video footage showing helicopters […]

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    China says US has 'no right' to interfere in South China Sea

    China said Tuesday the United States had "no right" to interfere in the South China Sea, after Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington stood by its commitments to defend the Philippines against armed attack in the disputed waterway. "The United States is not a party to the South China Sea issue and has no right to interfere in maritime issues that are between China and the Philippines," foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian told a regular press conference in Beijing. Blinken is in the...