介绍:
1. Ankara bomber identified as Syrian national
Turkey has arrested at least 9 suspects in connection with the car bomb in Ankara, which left 28 dead and 61 others injured.
Turkish authorities have identified the suicide bomber behind the blast as a Syrian national.
According to local media, the bomber is believed to have entered Turkey along with Syrian refugees.
It is reported that the bomber's fingerprints, taken when he entered the country, helped authorities identify him.
Wednesday's bombing reportedly targeted military service vehicles, and it's understood that some military personnel are among the dead.
The attack happened while a high-level security meeting, hosted by Turkey's President, was taking place at the Presidential Palace.
2. Australian FM meets Chinese State Councilor
Visiting Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has met with Chinese State Councilor Yang Jiechi in Beijing.
Yang says China is willing to promote the development of its partnership with Australia.
He says he hopes the two countries can strengthen economic and trade cooperation.
For her part, Julie Bishop says Australia will work with China in such fields as tourism, education, justice, and the fight against terrorism.
3. China publicizes latest graft cases
The top discipline watchdog of the Communist Party of China has named officials involved in 125 breaches of Party rules.
The violations include accepting bribes, embezzlement of public funds, and charging unauthorized fees.
Some people involved in these cases have been sentenced to jail.
Other wrongdoers received punishments ranging from warnings, demotions, expulsion from the Party, and removal from their posts.
Cases involving criminal liability have been transferred to prosecutors.
4. Two Chinese shipping giants declare reorganization
The state-owned China Ocean Shipping Company, or COSCO, and China Shipping have declared a reorganization.
The move was officially approved by the State Council in December, 2015.
The new group will have over 1-thousand ships with a total capacity of 85 million tons, ranking #1 globally.
It will also own 50 international wharves and 200 berths across the world.
5. S. Korea vows to hit back hard at N. Korea
South Korean President Park Geun-hye says the closure of Kaesong Industrial Park was "just the start" of the action her country will take against North Korea.
The South's decision to shut down the factory park was in response to the North's recent nuclear test and long-range rocket launch.
South Korean Unification Minister Hong Yong-pyo said on Thursday that an unyielding position from his country would induce cooperation from the international community that can then put pressure on the North to give up its nuclear program.
6. Trinidad and Tobago confirms first Zika case
The Health Ministry of Trinidad and Tobago has confirmed the first case of the Zika virus in the Caribbean country.
The virus was found in a 61-year-old woman.
The blood sample was confirmed to contain the Zika virus by the Caribbean Public Health Agency.
7. U.S to provide fund assistance for conflict-affected people in Myanmar
The United States is set to provide 5 million dollars assistance to communities in western Myanmar to combat extreme poverty.
45-thsouand people in Rakhine State will see improved access to basic services, infrastructure, and economic opportunities.
The U.S. Embassy is now working closely with the international community to improve the quality of life of all communities in the state.
8. Britons worry EU exit could impact UK economically, politically
The possible exit of the United Kingdom from the European Union has many people in the country concerned about the possible economic and political ramifications.
British Prime Minister David Cameron is attempting to renegotiate the terms of the UK's membership in the EU during a two-day summit in Brussels, starting on Thursday.
Many economists worry that leaving the EU will bring short-term economic upheaval in the UK.
Meanwhile, some others say the move might re-trigger the Scottish independence movement and weaken Britain's international influence.
Some organizations are taking measures to persuade more Britons to vote in favor of Britain remaining in the EU in a referendum that's to be held by the end of 2017.
9. Uganda's general elections kick off
Millions of Ugandans have queued to vote to elect the country's new president and legislators.
Over 15 million voters are expected to cast their votes on Thursday.
The incumbent president is facing off with two main rivals, including a former prime minister.
Social media platforms in Uganda were temporarily shut down Thursday morning for security purposes.
10. Apple Pay launched in China
Apple Pay has been offcially launched here in China.
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced the launch of the contactless payment system on Thursday through his Sina Weibo account.
The tech giant is teaming up with Chinese bankcard association UnionPay.
Dozens of Chinese banks have let their customers tie their bank accounts to Apple Pay, and UnionPay has provided compatible POS terminals for users to complete the transactions.
Users of the iPhone 6 or more advanced versions, certain iPads and Apple Watches will be able to use the system to buy items in some specified stores in China.
