President Donald Trump said he may start sending letters detailing new tariffs to more than 170 trading partners starting Friday, ahead of a 90-day deadline for talks, as Thailand makes no progress in talks. ????? ???????
Chinese Buddhist Association Responds
China insists on the reincarnation of the 14th Dalai Lama, distorting traditions, Chinese Buddhist Association clearly states that the succession of the Dalai Lama must be approved by the central government, not decided by itself. ????????????
Japanese islanders evacuate
Residents on an island in Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Japan began evacuating after more than 1,000 earthquakes hit in the past two weeks. The Japan Meteorological Agency said Thursday's (July 3) magnitude quake was the first to hit Toshima since records began in 1919. ?????
Astronomers detect 'extra-solar object'
NASA has confirmed that astronomers have detected an extrasolar object hurtling into the inner solar system, the region where Earth is located. The object is believed to be a comet and poses no risk to Earth. It was first detected from Chile by the Iridescent Object Warning System. ????? ???????
Russia becomes first country
Russia said Thursday it had accepted the credentials of Afghanistan's new ambassador, making it the first country to recognize the Taliban government. The Russian foreign ministry said in a statement that Russia sees positive prospects in the development of relations and will continue to support Kabul in security, counter-terrorism and combating dr