China's Pinglu Canal achieves full-channel connectivity as water pumped into final sections, nearing September navigation launch in Guangxi.

China's 134.2-km Pinglu Canal fully filled with water June 3, enters final testing ahead of September opening — gives southwestern provinces first direct river-to-sea route.

On June 3, the 134.2-km Pinglu Canal was fully filled with water, entering final testing before its September opening. Once operational, it gives China's southwestern provinces their first direct river-to-sea route.

Scientists release largest map yet of cosmic magnetic fields using Australian telescope, revealing unseen web shaping galaxy formation.

Scientists have produced the largest map yet of the Universe's magnetic fields, using data from the ASKAP radio telescope in Australia, according to CSIRO and SKAO.

Indonesia condemns Israeli plan to expand Gaza control over 70% of territory. Foreign Minister Sugiono says move violates international law, undermines two-state solution.

Indonesia condemned Israel's plan to expand its control to cover about 70 percent of the Gaza Strip, saying the move violates international law and undermines peace efforts. Foreign Minister Sugiono said the plan contradicts the two-state solution.

South Korea, China agree first expansion in flight rights in seven years

South Korea and China have agreed to expand flight rights for the first time in seven years, according to Reuters.