North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is in China for his first visit since 2019, meeting with President Xi Jinping to discuss bilateral relations and shared concerns. Kim's presence at a Beijing military parade, alongside Xi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, marks his first joint appearance with them since 2011.

An 80-year-old Japanese woman was deceived out of her life savings by a scammer posing as an astronaut in need of oxygen. The woman sent roughly $6,700 after meeting the fraudster on social media. Authorities are describing the case as a typical romance scam targeting the elderly, prompting calls for safeguards.

Donald Trump asserted the US economy's strength under his leadership, attributing it to tariffs while criticizing India's trade practices, citing Harley-Davidson as an example. He claimed India imposes high tariffs while benefiting from minimal barriers in the US market. Trump also reiterated claims of settling wars, including averting potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan, amid strained US-India relations.

High-caffeine energy drinks such as Red Bull will be banned for sale to youths under 16 in England under plans announced by the government on Wednesday. Up to a third of 13- to 16-year-olds in England are believed to consume energy drinks -- some of which contain more caffeine than two cups of coffee -- despite most supermarkets having introduced a voluntary ban, according to the government.

England is poised to prohibit the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks, such as Red Bull, to individuals under the age of 16, as announced by the government. This initiative aims to address health concerns among young people, with officials estimating that a significant portion of teenagers consume these beverages regularly.

Amidst trade tensions between the US and India and renewed calls to restrict H-1B visas, entrepreneur Karl Mehta criticized MAGA commentator Charlie Kirk's anti-Indian remarks. Kirk's statements about Indian workers displacing Americans and the US being "full" drew backlash. Mehta defended the contributions of Indian engineers and doctors to the US economy, expressing concerns over the safety of Indian-Americans.

Satellite images reveal intensified construction at Israel's Dimona nuclear facility, sparking debate about its purpose and Israel's nuclear status. Experts suggest the new structure could be a reactor or a nuclear arms assembly site. Israel's nuclear program, established with French assistance in the 1950s, remains unacknowledged, and the nation has not joined the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed India's commitment to fostering ties with China based on mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity during talks with President Xi Jinping in Tianjin. Discussions focused on resetting bilateral relations amidst global economic volatility and followed recent measures to ease tensions after the Ladakh border row. PM Modi landed here last evening from Japan in the second leg of his two-nation trip. It is the Indian prime minister's first trip to China after the eastern Ladakh border row that began in May 2020.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed that cooperation between India and China would foster global well-being during bilateral talks with President Xi Jinping. PM Modi emphasized India's commitment to advancing ties with China based on mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity. Discussions included border management agreements, the resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, and direct flights between the two nations.

A health alert is issued for Guangdong, China. The reason is a rise in chikungunya cases. The CDC advises precautions for travellers. Foshan is the outbreak's epicentre. Chikungunya spreads via mosquitoes. It causes joint pain. Travellers should use insect repellent. They should also wear protective clothing. Vaccines are available in the US. High-risk individuals should be cautious.