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China Fires Back at Canada and Australia Over Actions of Air Force Pilots
Beijing denies its pilots performed any dangerous maneuvers days after both Canada and Australia reported "unprofessional" intercepts in international airspace.
Australia Reports China Fighter Jet Harassment Days After Canada Does Same
Australia's defense minister complained of "dangerous" maneuvers by Chinese pilots, who also reportedly flipped off Canadian pilots days earlier.
Tiananmen Anniversary Gatherings Given Coded Support From West
Hong Kong has banned vigils and gatherings marking the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests amid what is viewed by critics as an effort by China to crack down on political dissent.
Russia Claims Sanctions Won't Hurt Energy Profits, Expects 'Increase'
Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said Saturday that the country has "alternative sales markets" for oil exports "where we are already increasing sales."
Arrests Made in 'Dead' Hong Kong as Tiananmen Anniversary Gatherings Banned
Victoria Park saw heavy police presence on Saturday as concerns arose that it might be used for "illegal activities."
A Lesson From the Tiananmen Tank Men
Because we are in different political camps, especially in a democracy, that does not mean we are sworn enemies.
Buying cheap Russian oil, China and India help Putin Blunt West's Sanctions
China and India pursue "their own advantage," allowing "Russia to continue earning revenues from energy exports amid EU extending embargoes," expert says.
The U.S. Problem on the Arabian Peninsula
The only way forward for the Emiratis and the Americans is to return to their strong bilateral cooperation in order to resolve real and painful differences.
Why Is Taiwan Important to the United States?
In one way or another, contemporary Taiwan has been a matter of significance to the U.S. government for the last 70 years.
Kirsten Gillibrand Pushes 'Cyber Academy' to Fight China, Russia Cyber War
"One of the biggest challenges we have in the future is protecting the nation from a cyberattack and being able to win a cyberwar," Gillibrand told Newsweek.
Prehistoric Birds Preferred Bugs to Fish, Study Says
It was believed that the 120 million-year-old Longipterygidae family's long beaks with sharp teeth at the tip put them in a similar class to modern kingfishers.
Could China Use Nuclear Weapons in War Over Taiwan?
China has publicly declared a policy of "no first use," but the Pentagon notes some ambiguity surrounding when it might not apply.
China Fighter Pilots Raised Middle Finger at Canada Air Force Crew—Report
Chinese fighter aircraft reportedly flew as close as 20 feet to Canadian surveillance planes.
Will U.S. Defend Taiwan if China Invades? Experts Weigh In
America's official policy of "strategic ambiguity" may not be as ambiguous as most people believe.
Russia Prioritizes China Relationship as West Continues to Punish Putin
Moscow's top diplomat called for more economic integration with its powerful neighbor.
Reshoring Isn't Enough
The Biden administration needs to think bigger about critical mineral supply chains.
China Tests Military's Combat Readiness After Joe Biden's Taiwan Pledge
The Chinese military's combat patrols took place a few hours before Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth landed in Taipei for her second visit in two years.
Chinese Rocket Likely Caused Fiery Debris, Loud Boom in Australia
The streaks of light seen in the sky over Western Australia were probably caused by a rocket breaking apart in Earth's atmosphere.
Will China Invade Taiwan?
Newsweek looks at the hot-button issue following President Joe Biden's comments in Tokyo.
Wildlife Photographer Completes Everest Marathon While Carrying Plush Tiger
The Wimbledon-based conservationist has already run an amazing 19 charity marathons in the distinctive outfit.
Shanghai's Lockdown Nightmare Is Finally Ending
Shanghai's sweeping citywide lockdown officially began on March 28, but several residential compounds had already been sealed off for weeks before that.
How Can Biden Counter China While Allowing America To Bankroll the CCP?
For decades, our leaders have ignored us, at cost of blood, treasure and legitimacy—undermining our national interest.
China Sends 30 Warplanes Near Taiwan in Largest Training Drill in Months
Radio intercepts placed the Chinese military training within a six-hour window on Monday morning.
Lion in China Zoo Becomes Internet Hit Over Unique Hairstyle
Pictures of the resident lion at the Guangzhou Zoo in China showed the lion sporting bangs.
Most in China Call Their Nation A Democracy, Most in U.S. Say America Isn't
Latana political research consultant Frederick Deveaux told Newsweek such studies "determine who is winning the battle of democracy in the eyes of the public."
China Is About to Send Three Astronauts to Build Its New Space Station
The Tiangong station is due to be completed later this year, though its 55-foot long central core is operational now.
Court Bans Expert From Alleging Cover-Up of COVID-19 Chinese Lab Origins
A scientist who accused a COVID-19 expert of hiding that the virus originated in a Chinese lab has been banned by courts from spreading "fake news."
China President Warned Biden Democracy Is Dying: 'You Don't Have the Time'
Biden told the Naval Academy's Class of 2022 that they would graduate as "representatives and defenders of our democracy."
Royal Ming Dynasty Chinese Carpet Sold in Boston for $324,500
An emperor's carpet that once lay in China's Imperial Palace during the Ming dynasty has been sold for $324,500 at a Boston auction.
U.S. Alarmed by China's Support of Putin's War in Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken sharply rebuked China for maintaining close ties with Russia as the war in Ukraine continues.