Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray (from left to right) pose for a group photo on Sunday during a farewell ceremony for 14-time French Open champion Nadal at the Roland Garros stadium in Paris, France. Thousands of spectators cheered Nadal, who retired last November, with thunderous applause and chants as the "King of Clay" stepped onto the Court Philippe-Chatrier. The Big Four of the sport, with 69 Grand Slam titles between them, symbolize a golden era in men's tennis.Li Jing/Xinhua
EU readying response to tariffs
The mutual trust between the European Union and the United States has been "severely undermined" by the recent tariff dispute, experts said, adding that relations remained fraught, despite claims of a soothing of tensions over the weekend.
Walking ancient paths a step closer for modern-day visitors
Walking in the footsteps of ancient travelers along Shudao is breathtaking, with rock carvings and cliff inscriptions that seem to whisper stories from China's past.
Trilateral meeting seen as key for Global South
Premier Li Qiang arrived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Monday, as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the Gulf Cooperation Council and China will hold an inaugural summit for trilateral cooperation that observers said will give new momentum to Global South cooperation.
Artificial intelligence usage on student theses debated
As graduation season approaches, debate is intensifying over how universities should regulate the use of artificial intelligence in student theses.
China continues push for greener packaging
Editor's note: China Daily is publishing a series illustrating the country's efforts to achieve its carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals.
US govt faces lawsuits over tariff orders
The Trump administration is facing mounting legal challenges over its sweeping tariff policies, with at least seven lawsuits filed by states, businesses and individuals challenging the president's authority to impose broad trade measures using emergency powers legislation.
Fair seen boosting biz in western China
The ongoing 20th Western China International Fair, which kicked off on Sunday in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, has seen the signing of 416 investment projects totaling 354.3 billion yuan ($49.4 billion), the organizing committee said.
Autonomous driving firms revved up on biz growth
Chinese autonomous driving companies are ramping up efforts to make forays into overseas markets and expand the number of robotaxi fleets as part of a broader push to bolster the large-scale commercial application of self-driving vehicles and enhance their competitiveness on the global intelligent automotive landscape.
China's cultural renaissance a path to national prosperity and global influence
Alongside economic, political, social, and eco-environmental progress, culture stands as a foundational pillar of China's coordinated development plan.
Renewal or decline
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the birth of the United Nations as well as the end of World War II. It is largely thanks to the UN that World War III has been averted so far. But the future of the UN hangs in the balance. Humanity stands at an inflection point of peace or peril. Which path humanity will take depends on the action, or lack of it, taken by humanity as a whole.
Discovery sheds light on early agriculture
At Xiatang village in Xianju county, East China's Zhejiang province, remains of a primitive village more than 9,000 years old have been discovered. There, residents of this ancient settlement cultivated rice, built houses, and fired pottery over a span exceeding 5,000 years.
Shared trust and traditions
Ma Kai couldn't have been more thrilled two weeks ago when he finally received approval for his transport license, the key to unlocking his vision for tourism in Morocco.
A Shanghai glove affair
The Ultimate Fighting Championship continues to punch high and heavy in its global ambition with a return to the Chinese mainland expected to help elevate mixed martial arts into the nation's sporting mainstream.
