China to send astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing

Heavy rain in SW China's Chongqing leaves over 10 missing. Torrential downpour battered Yongchuan District starting Saturday night, local authorities say.

More than 10 people are unaccounted for in Yongchuan District of Chongqing, southwest China, after heavy rain started Saturday night.

One of China's most prominent Christian pastors arrested, WSJ reports.

The Wall Street Journal reports that one of China's most prominent Christian pastors has been arrested, with the arrest signifying broader implications beyond the individual's refusal to abandon his faith.

APEC trade ministers conclude meeting in China, reaffirm support for free trade area and WTO reform, says Chinese commerce minister

The 2026 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting concluded Saturday in Suzhou, China, reaffirming support for the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific and advancing WTO reform, according to China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao.

At least 30 trapped after building collapse in Angeles City, Philippines. Rescue operations underway, cause under investigation.

At least 30 people are trapped under the rubble of a building under construction that collapsed before dawn on Sunday in Angeles City, Pampanga province, northern Philippines, local media reported citing the city's information office. Rescue operations are ongoing and more than 20 individuals have been rescued.