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Welcome to Wimmer's Wilderness. We are working to bring greater awareness to our local communities and how important they are. We, as individuals, can have a significant impact on the quality of our communities. I have always wanted to create a way to help bring a little more light on important issues that affect us. I have created a Podcast called Wimmer's Wilderness to give voice to this idea. Wimmer's Wilderness is an informed look at Politics, Community, Government, Environment, and Educ ...
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About Sustainability… is a podcast presented by the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies, featuring IGES staff and guests having in-depth discussions about sustainability-related topics. Each episode addresses a different topic of conversation -- be it an upcoming event, a debate of interest, or an interesting research finding. With the topic as a starting point, we see where the conversation takes us. We aim at a broad audience, so we avoid using jargon and try not to assume lots o ...
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China, Poland reach consensus at intergovernmental committee meeting
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4:44The foreign ministers of China and Poland have co-chaired the fourth meeting of their Intergovernmental Committee, where they discussed issues such as China's export licensing for rare earth-related items to Poland and the entry of Polish agricultural and food products into China.
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China maintains stable employment during 14th Five-Year Plan period
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4:45A Chinese official says the country has maintained stable employment over the past five years, with over 59 million new urban jobs created since the beginning of the 14th Five-Year Plan period.
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China ready to work with U.S. to stabilize, improve bilateral economic, trade ties: premier
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4:45Chinese Premier Li Qiang says China will always work with the United States to jointly promote the stabilization and improvement of bilateral economic and trade ties on the basis of equality, respect and mutual benefit.
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China adds three U.S. firms to unreliable entity list
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4:45The Chinese Commerce Ministry has added three U.S. firms to its unreliable entity list. The U.S. firms are prohibited from engaging in imports and exports related to China and making new investments in the country.
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China pledges joint efforts with UN to implement GGI: Premier Li
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4:45Chinese Premier Li Qiang has expressed the country's readiness to work with the United Nations to implement the Global Governance Initiative. He met UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the general debate of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
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China celebrates 70th founding anniversary of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
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4:45China has held a grand gathering in Urumqi, capital of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the autonomous region's founding.
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President Xi announces China's 2035 Nationally Determined Contributions
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4:45In his video remarks to the United Nations Climate Summit held in New York, Chinese President Xi Jinping says, by 2035, China will reduce economy-wide net greenhouse gas emissions by seven percent to 10 percent from peak levels.
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President Xi urges efforts to build modern socialist Xinjiang
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4:45General Secretary Xi Jinping of the Communist Party of China Central Committee is urging efforts to to build a modern socialist Xinjiang that is united, harmonious, prosperous, culturally advanced, peaceful, and ecologically sound.
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President Xi visits exhibition marking 70th founding anniversary of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
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4:45The exhibition in Urumqi provides a panoramic view of the development achievements stemming from unity, diligence and perseverance among people of all ethnic groups in Xinjiang under the leadership of the CPC and with the support from other parts of the country.
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China not to seek new special, differential treatment in WTO negotiations: premier
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4:45Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the country will not seek any new special and differential treatment in the current and future World Trade Organization negotiations.
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Chinese FM meets with U.S. congressional delegation
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4:45Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held an exchange of views with a U.S. congressional delegation on strengthening communication and promoting the stable, healthy and sustainable development of bilateral ties.
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President Xi encourages efforts to build beautiful Xinjiang
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4:45Chinese President Xi Jinping is in Urumqi to attend celebratory events marking 70 years of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. He has extended greetings to people of all ethnic groups and encouraged them to build a beautiful Xinjiang in the process of Chinese-style modernization.
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Southern Chinese cities close schools, transport ahead of super typhoon
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4:45Guangdong Province is under full emergency response ahead of the expected arrival of Typhoon Ragasa. Schools, transportation and constructions sights in many cities are suspended in Guangdong and Hainan provinces.
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Guangdong raises wind emergency response to Level I amid approaching Typhoon Ragasa
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4:45South China’s Guangdong Province has raised its wind emergency response to Level I, the highest level, amid the approaching Typhoon Ragasa, which is expected to make landfall on Wednesday.
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France recognizes State of Palestine during UN meeting on two-state solution
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4:45French President Emmanuel Macron has announced at a UN meeting on the two-state solution that his country recognizes the State of Palestine.
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China highlights openness, tech innovations in financial sector
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4:45Authorities say China has become the world's second largest stock and bond market. Among the achievements in the financial sector since 2021, the chief of the securities regulator said the A-share market has become much more resilient against risk, with tech shares accounting for a quarter of the total market cap.…
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Parts of south and east China brace for intense rainfall as Typhoon Ragasa approaches
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4:45Coastal areas on the Chinese mainland are bracing for heavy rains in the coming days as Typhoon Ragasa approaches, while Hong Kong has suspended all schools for Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Japan's LDP leadership race begins with five candidates
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4:45Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party has launched its leadership election campaign, with five candidates registering their bids. The contenders include the agriculture minister and the chief cabinet secretary.
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Portugal joins Australia, Canada, U.K. to recognize State of Palestine
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4:45Portugal has joined Australia, Canada and the U.K. to recognize the State of Palestine. The four countries have also stressed the importance of the two-state solution.
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Afghan government rejects U.S. threats over Bagram Airbase
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4:45The Afghan government has rejected recent U.S. calls to reclaim Bagram Airbase. Bagram Airbase was the hub of U.S. and NATO operations during the two-decade-long war in Afghanistan.
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Changchun hosts annual spectacle of aerial feats and latest aviation tech
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4:45A northeastern Chinese city is hosting a grand air show highlighting China's aviation prowess. This year’s Changchun Airshow runs until Tuesday.
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Chinese FM stresses "Palestinians governing Palestine" in resolving conflict
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4:45Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reiterated the two-state solution and called for supporting Palestine's full membership at the United Nations.
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"Evil Unbound" box office tops one billion yuan
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4:45The film exposes germ warfare experiments of Japan's Unit 731 during WWII. Audiences worldwide say it’s important to remember history and cherish peace.
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France to formally recognize Palestinian statehood at UN General Assembly
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4:45France is poised to take a major diplomatic step at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, formally recognizing the State of Palestine. The move is expected to deepen tensions with Israel.
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Beijing urges Washington to improve business environment for Chinese firms
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4:45Beijing has urged Washington to provide an open, fair and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies, including TikTok, to operate in the United States.
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ByteDance pledges to ensure service in the U.S.
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4:45ByteDance says it will work in accordance with Chinese laws and regulations to ensure service for American users through TikTok U.S.
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China, U.S. hope to maintain good relations to benefit the world
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4:45The presidents of China and the United States have spoken on the phone, and agreed that bilateral relations are important for the world. Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the two sides to properly address outstanding issues, while U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington expects to maintain long-term and sound relations with Beijing.…
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Chinese President Xi Jinping has held phone talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. The two leaders had a candid exchange of views on China-U.S. relations and issues of common concern.
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China issues white paper on CPC guidelines for governing Xinjiang in new era
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4:45Beijing has released a white paper on the successful practice of the Communist Party of China's strategy for governing Xinjiang in the new era. The document comes as the northwestern autonomous region is marking its 70th founding anniversary.
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China establishes world's largest carbon emissions trading market: official
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4:45Chinese officials say the country has established the world's largest carbon emissions trading market, which covers over 60 percent of the total carbon emissions in China.
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U.S. vetoes UN Security Council draft resolution on Gaza humanitarian access
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4:45The United States has vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution that would have demanded Israel immediately lift all restrictions on humanitarian access and delivery in Gaza.
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China supports fair negotiations for TikTok's U.S. operations
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4:45The Chinese Commerce Ministry has voiced its support for fair business negotiations on TikTok's U.S. operations, saying the deal is not a bargaining chip in tariff talks. The ministry said it opposes politicizing trade issues and the deal should follow market rules and company agreements in both countries.…
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China reports sharp rise in border crossings
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4:45Data shows that traffic at China's border crossings surged in the first eight months of the year. The National Immigration Administration recorded 460 million entries and exits, up nearly 15 percent from a year earlier.
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China commemorates 94th anniversary of September 18 Incident
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4:45China is marking the 94th anniversary of the September 18th Incident, which signaled the beginning of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.
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U.S. Fed cuts interest rates by 0.25 percent, first rate cut since December 2024
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4:45The U.S. Federal Reserve has decided to cut the interest rates by 0.25 percent, marking the first rate cut since December last year.
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China's railway passenger trips hit new high in first eight months
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4:45Authorities say China's railways recorded a historic high in passenger trips between January and August. China State Railway Group says the country saw 3.2 billion passenger trips during this period, an increase of 6.7 percent.
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High-level security forum underway in Beijing
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4:45The 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum has opened, attracting participants from more than 100 countries, regions and international organizations. Key topics will range from global security governance and Asia-Pacific cooperation to arms control and the impact of emerging technologies.
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Global initiatives proposed by China compatible with UN Charter: UN chief
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4:45Ahead of the High-level Week of the UN General Assembly, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says the global initiatives proposed by China are totally compatible with the UN Charter.
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China ready to strengthen high-level exchange with Cambodia: FM
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4:45In his meeting with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says China stands ready to work with Cambodia to strengthen high-level exchange and enhance mutual trust
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China to support opening up in medical care, culture to boost service consumption
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4:45China has unveiled measures to boost consumption in services trade. Government bodies will provide policy and financial support for sectors including the internet, sports, and education.
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China hopes to work with ASEAN for more win-win results: ministry
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4:45Chinese Vice President Han Zheng will address the opening ceremony of the China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning on Wednesday. China says it hopes to work with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to build a closer Community with a Shared Future.
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China Coast Guard takes control measures against Philippine vessels near Huangyan Dao
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4:45The China Coast Guard says it has lawfully taken control measures against multiple Philippine official vessels engaged in illegal activities within the territorial waters of China's Huangyan Dao, an island in the South China Sea.
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China says it will not seek any trade deal at the expense of principles and the interests of companies. Beijing and Washington have concluded two days of trade talks in Spain and agreed to seek more win-win results.
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China, U.S. search for resolution of TikTok issue during trade talks
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4:45Chinese and U.S. officials are seeking a solution for issues including tariffs and TikTok as they continue economic and trade talks in Spain for a second day.
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China sees rising consumption and stronger factory output in August
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4:45Official data show retail sales, a key measure of consumer spending, rose 3.4 percent year on year. Industrial output grew by 5.2 percent in the same month, pointing to steady momentum in manufacturing.
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China, U.S. wrap up first day of economic, trade talks in Spain
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4:45Chinese and U.S. delegations have wrapped up the first day of talks on economic and trade issues in Spain. Washington’s unilateral tariff measures, the abuse of export controls and TikTok are at the top of the agenda.
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China, U.S. start economic, trade talks in Madrid
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4:45Chinese and U.S. delegations have convened in Madrid for talks on economic and trade issues. The two sides are expected to discuss issues such as Washington’s unilateral tariff measures, export controls and TikTok.
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CIFTIS highlights global innovation and openness
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4:44The 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services concludes in Beijing on Sunday. The five-day fair in Shougang Park has attracted over 2,000 companies from more than 80 countries and regions.
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Venezuela accuses U.S. destroyer of rading Venezuelan fishing vessel
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4:45Venezuela says 18 armed personnel from a U.S. destroyer illegally boarded a fishing boat with nine fishermen on board that was sailing in the Venezuelan exclusive economic zone.
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China, Europe should make right choices amid greatest changes in a century: FM
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4:45Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held talks with the Slovenian foreign minister and president during a visit to Europe. Wang urged efforts to uphold multilateralism and improve global governance.
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