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Because your time matters, "The Top Story" will focus on the biggest news stories of the day that no one can miss. You'll hear the why and the how for a stronger understanding of all the top...

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A brighter future for Asia-Pacific cooperation

Join us in this special edition of The Top Story as we explore the highlights of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to South Korea,...

26:01Nov 1, 2025

EU delays planned retaliatory tariffs against U.S.

The EU is pausing its planned retaliatory tariffs against the United States until early August. Negotiations aiming to secure a ceasefire in...

15:10Jul 14, 2025

Lavrov, Rubio meet in Malaysia as Moscow steps up attacks on Kyiv

The top diplomats of Russia and the U.S. meet in Kuala Lumpur, exchanging views on bilateral relations and Ukraine. Chinese Foreign Minister...

16:23Jul 11, 2025

Former South Korean President Yoon returns to jail

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol returns to jail with an approved warrant, accused of obstruction of justice and abuse of power....

16:04Jul 10, 2025

Trump threatens new tariffs on copper, pharmaceutical imports

China eyes stronger ties with Egypt and the Arab world as the country’s premier visits Cairo. More than 170 people remain missing in Texas w...

15:39Jul 9, 2025

Renewed talks raise hopes for Gaza ceasefire

The U.S. president expresses hope for a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The latest clashes between police and protesters in Ke...

14:31Jul 8, 2025

Texas floods kill over 80 as rescuers search for missing

The Chinese premier urges BRICS members to safeguard world peace and promote mutual learning among civilizations. Flash floods in Texas have...

16:44Jul 7, 2025

U.S. House passes Trump's tax-cut package amid opposition from Democrats

China and Germany hold their Strategic Dialogue on Diplomacy and Security, with both sides agreeing to further promote ties. The U.S. House...

16:59Jul 4, 2025

U.S. House Republicans remain deadlocked over Trump's "big, beautiful bill"

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets EU leaders in Brussels amid global tensions. U.S. House Republicans remain deadlocked over President...

17:20Jul 3, 2025

U.S. Senate passes Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” after heated debate

U.S. President Donald Trump urges Hamas to accept a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. The U.S. Senate passes Trump’s tax and spending bill after int...

16:53Jul 2, 2025

Thai constitutional court suspends PM from duty after phone scandal

The international community expresses concern over the U.S.-and-Israel-backed aid agency causing "mass casualties" in Gaza. Thailand's const...

16:35Jul 1, 2025

Harsh weather grips swathes of global landmass

Unusual weather patterns continue to affect the world, with heavy rainfall and scorching heat persisting in parts of China and Europe. Recen...

16:35Jun 30, 2025

Iran's supreme leader claims victory over Israel

The Iranian supreme leader claims victory over Israel in his first public address in days. A Kenyan official calls protests this week terror...

15:22Jun 27, 2025

Trump: U.S. to hold nuclear talks with Iran next week

NATO members agree to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035. President Donald Trump says the U.S. will hold nuclear talks with Iran ne...

18:54Jun 26, 2025

Israel lifts emergency measures; Iran moves to suspend IAEA cooperation

Israel lifts emergency measures following a ceasefire with Iran while the Iranian parliament passes a bill to suspend cooperation with the I...

15:59Jun 25, 2025

Israel accuses Iran of violating ceasefire; Tehran denies

Israel accuses Iran of violating a ceasefire shortly after agreeing to it; Tehran denies the claim. EU foreign ministers gather to address t...

19:22Jun 24, 2025

Israel-Iran conflict intensifies with continued exchange of fire

Israel and Iran exchange fresh attacks following U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities. The Sudanese prime minister announces pla...

22:40Jun 23, 2025

U.S. strikes Iran's nuclear sites: regional fallout, global alarm

In this special edition, we break down the escalating crisis after U.S. air strikes targeted three key Iranian nuclear facilities. With glob...

24:43Jun 22, 2025

U.S. airstrikes on Iran spark regional tensions

In this special edition, we examine the fallout from U.S. air strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear sites. While President Trump declared their...

17:32Jun 22, 2025

Iran warns U.S. to stay out as Washington debates military action

Israel and Iran continue striking each other amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Iran has warned against possible U.S. involvement as W...

12:01Jun 20, 2025