• Epstein files bill includes exceptions that could affect what gets released and when
    2025-11-20

    Despite Congress overwhelmingly passing a bill requiring the Justice Department to release its files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and even if President Donald Trump signs it into law, it is unclear when -- or even whether -- the public will see those files, or how complete they might b...

  • Japanese protesters demand PM Takaichi's resignation
    2025-11-19

    TOKYO - Japanese residents held a protest in front of the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo on Saturday evening, demanding Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's resignation. About 100 people rallied with banners and shouted slogans such as "Takaichi step down" and "Those who cannot conduct...

  • Japan's tourism battered as Chinese travelers cancel trips
    2025-11-19

    A Chinese tourist group is led by a tour guide at the Sensoji temple, a popular sightseeing spot at the Asakusa district in Tokyo, Japan, November 18, 2025. REUTERSIssei Kato There has been a slew of ticket cancellations after Beijing issued travel alerts for Chinese citizens planning to visit Ja...

  • Looming danger
    2025-11-19

    Indonesian nationals, who were victims of human trafficking, arrive at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten Province, Indonesia, on Feb 28. AFP Editor's note: In this weekly feature China Daily gives voice to Asia and its people. The stories presented come mainly from the Asi...

  • Federal agents clash with protesters outside St. Paul business
    2025-11-19

    Federal authorities on Tuesday clashed with protesters outside of a business in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving several people injured. It started around 10 a.m. outside Bro-Tex, Inc., located in an industrial park off Hampden Avenue, a couple of blocks north of University Avenue West. Convinced it w...

  • Trump defends Saudi crown prince over question about killing of Khashoggi
    2025-11-19

    President Trump takes the hand of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia during a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office of the White House on Tuesday. Win McNameeGetty Images President Trump defended Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman when questioned in the Oval Office Tues...

  • The only 'no' vote on releasing Epstein files
    2025-11-19

    Nearly every Republican in the US House of Representatives voted on a bill to compel the release of documents tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The lone "nay" came from the Republican lawmaker from Louisiana, Clay Higgins, who defied his party saying his vote was a principled "NO". "...

  • Confucius Institutes gain ground internationally
    2025-11-18

    Students from the Confucius Institute of the University of Abomey-Calavi wear traditional Chinese attire during the "China-Benin Fashion Show" in Cotonou, Benin, on Nov 8. SERAPHIN ZOUNYEKPEXINHUA In a significant expansion of the global Confucius Institute network, 15 new Confucius Institutes, a...

  • China ready to take tougher steps over Takaichi remarks
    2025-11-18

    Sanae Takaichi 2nd R, front attends the extraordinary session of the House of Representatives in Tokyo, Japan, Oct 21, 2025. [PhotoXinhua] A series of strong reactions and warnings from China sends a clear signal that Beijing is prepared for further countermeasures if Tokyo refuses to withdraw th...

  • Trump administration sues California for banning federal agents from wearing face coverings
    2025-11-18

    The Department of Justice is suing California over two recently enacted laws that would prohibit federal agents from wearing facial coverings and require them to identify themselves while conducting their duties. The lawsuit filed Monday argues California's laws violate the Constitution's Supremacy...

  • UN Security Council approves US-backed plan for Gaza
    2025-11-18

    UN ambassadors and representatives vote during a United Nations Security Council meeting on a US-drafted resolution on the Gaza plan in New York on Monday. Angela WeissAFPGetty Images The UN Security Council passed a US-drafted resolution Monday that aims to move beyond the fragile truce in Gaza ...

  • US judge finds evidence of ‘government misconduct’ in federal case against Comey
    2025-11-18

    Judge ruled DoJ engaged in ‘profound investigative missteps’ on way to indicting the former FBI director James Comey speaks at 92NY in New York on 30 May 2023. Photograph: Dia DipasupilGetty Images A US judge on Monday found evidence of “government misconduct” in how a prosecutor aligned with Do...

  • Trump’s Epstein files capitulation betrays a rare weakness
    2025-11-18

    President Donald Trump departs after signing an executive order in the White House on November 13, 2025. Demetrius FreemanThe Washington PostGetty Images The Jeffrey Epstein files saga is far from over, even after President Donald Trump suddenly reversed himself Sunday night and told Republicans ...

  • Museums turn to technology for relics care
    2025-11-17

    A visitor photographs an interactive Chinese display cabinet for cultural relics during the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums in Dubai on Wednesday. CUI HAIPEICHINA DAILY As vital carriers of civilization, museums must embrace new trends and engage more young people ...

  • S. Africa calls for stronger multilateralism
    2025-11-17

    Ahead of this year's G20 Summit in South Africa, officials and experts are calling for a renewed commitment to global cooperation and a stronger multilateral system. Alvin Botes, South Africa's deputy minister of international relations and cooperation, said the country is using its G20 presidency ...