Big Reads
Nigerians’ cost of living pain deepens as election looms
By Libby George and Abraham Achirga LONDON/ABUJA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Grace Adama puts her earrings on in her two-room flat before grabbing her handbag and leaving for work in Abuja, Nigeria's capital.
US ‘low-keying’ negotiations as Iran reshuffles key security posts
The US and Iran appear to be adjusting their respective positions as uncertainty continues to surround the future of their confrontation, with the reopening...
Apec 2026 enters final 100-day countdown as China aims for concrete...
With just 100 days remaining before leaders from the 21 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) economies gather in Shenzhen for the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders'...
Iran says service fees should be charged for passage through Hormuz...
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends a weekly press conference in Tehran, Iran, on Aug. 3, 2026. (Xinhua/Shadati)TEHRAN, Aug. 10 (Xinhua) -- Fees should be charged for maritime services provided in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman…
Oil rises nearly 2% as Iran tempers hopes of Hormuz reopening
By Stephanie Kelly LONDON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Oil prices jumped almost 2% on Monday after Iran insisted that the United States must satisfy several demands before the Strait of Hormuz can reopen.
Xiplomacy: Pursuing the greater good for all
At Greece's Port of Piraeus, one of Europe's busiest maritime gateways, ships arrive and depart around the clock, linking markets and facilitating global trade....
Xi Story: Six-foot alley reveals Chinese wisdom of making room for...
In the heart of Tongcheng City in east China's Anhui Province, Liuchi Alley stands as a quiet yet powerful symbol of harmony and mutual...
Xiplomacy: Hosting the world, building the future
As the southern Chinese metropolis of Shenzhen prepares to host the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Economic Leaders' Meeting in November, China is once...
Eskom welcomes convictions in Kusile corruption case
Eskom has welcomed the convictions of former contractor Michael Lomas and businessman Hudson Kgomoeswana in connection with historical procurement irregularities and corruption linked to...
Donald Trump signs two executive orders to narrow birthright citizenship
US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed two executive orders to narrow birthright citizenship – a new effort by the administration following the Supreme...
