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World 24h: Forecast low pressure near the Philippines may strengthen into a storm

World 24h: Forecast low pressure near the Philippines may strengthen into a storm

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Latest world news 16.9: New low pressure rapidly progresses, forecast to strengthen into a storm; China opens a canal connecting deep inland areas with the sea...

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at a press conference in Brussels, Belgium, January 23, 2026. Ms. von der Leyen is promoting closer relations between the EU and Canada. Photo: Xinhua

Canada may become the first EU ally

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The EU proposes that Canada become the first "associated member", expanding bilateral cooperation from trade to technology, defense and energy.

Russian experts say the US is ready to put technological advantages ahead of AI risks. Photo: AFP

Russian experts say the US is ready to gamble on AI risks to gain military advantage

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Russian experts believe that the US accepts the risk of AI to humanity to maintain control over military AI systems.

Ships participating in the comprehensive navigation exercise on the Pinglu canal in Qinzhou, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, southern China on September 4. Photo: Xinhua

China opens a canal connecting deep inland with the sea

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China opens a new waterway to shorten the sea distance of deep inland areas.

Houthi declares use of anti-aircraft missiles and UAVs in confrontations with Saudi Arabia amid increasing fighting in Yemen. In the photo: A UAV catches fire after being shot down in Al-Jawf province, Yemen, July 26, 2026. Photo: Xinhua

Houthi declares to shoot down F-15 with self-made missiles, Saudi Arabian fighters must retreat

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Houthi claims to have shot down Saudi Arabian F-15 fighter jets, accusing Riyadh of conducting more than 450 airstrikes in 7 Yemeni provinces over the past week.