China

Four detained and two escaped after a May 1 attempt on Bubiyan Island near Iraq and Iran; Tehran has not responded, Kuwait says.

With trade tensions in the backdrop, Trump heads into a meeting with Xi aiming to extend a minerals deal and steady U.S.–China ties. Washington may also ask Beijing to push Tehran toward a nuclear agreement, while Taiwan fears being left exposed.

More than four years after the China Eastern Boeing crash that killed 132 people, the NTSB says cockpit fuel switches were intentionally moved to cutoff after a fight between the pilots—evidence that contradicts China’s official line and points to a cover-up.

A powerful blast at a Liuyang, Hunan, fireworks plant prompted a three-kilometer evacuation and a massive rescue effort; authorities have launched an investigation.

The giant panda eats almost nothing but bamboo, yet somehow survives. Discover the surprising science and design behind this remarkable animal.

A forgotten Jewish community once thrived in China. One of its members rose to high rank and used his influence to protect his people.

JPPI report links rise of anti-Jewish conspiracy rhetoric to Beijing’s rivalry with Washington, warning of consequences for Jews worldwide

President announces sweeping trade threat without issuing a formal order, leaving scope, enforcement, and international response unclear

How a veteran kashrut inspector navigated COVID travel bans, Chinese factories, and nonstop fraud attempts to protect the kosher food on our tables

The remarkable journey of Kaifeng’s Jewish community, from Silk Road traders to a scattered yet enduring people

Explore fun facts about volcanoes in Asia, the mystery of vacuums, and how a Chinese inventor changed the world with paper

A simple look at the history of roads, the mystery of smoke, and the tallest bridge in the world

Strange creatures, amazing places, and record-breaking inventions all in one fun read

A spiritual journey through China, martial arts, and Shabbat led Lior Stern back to his Jewish roots and a life of Torah