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China is ready to expand exchanges and promote cooperation with Argentina – Chinese Foreign Ministry

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, January 14 (Xinhua) — China is willing to strengthen exchanges at all levels with Argentina and deepen political mutual trust, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Wednesday in response to a corresponding request at a regular ministry press conference.

Noting that China attaches great importance to developing ties with Argentina, Mao Ning said China is willing to advance pragmatic cooperation with Argentina for the benefit of the peoples of the two countries. -0-

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Polytechnic University in the spotlight of scientific events: SPbPU represented at the launch of the country's largest seismic stand

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The grand opening of Russia's largest seismic test rig, designed for comprehensive seismic testing of building structures, took place in Moscow. The event was part of the All-Russian Scientific and Technical Council "Metal and Wooden Structures" and the International Scientific and Practical Conference "Steel. Wood. Seismics."

Vladimir Tarasov, Associate Professor of the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction, represented the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering at the opening ceremony. The research topics of Vladimir Tarasov, head of the new educational program "Construction of Thermal and Nuclear Energy Facilities" at the Institute of Civil Engineering, are directly related to seismic resistance calculations for buildings and structures.

The new seismic rig boasts unique technical characteristics, including not only translational but also rotational components, bringing test conditions closer to real-world earthquake scenarios. It enables testing of structures weighing up to 100 tons with the simulation of six-component seismic impacts.

The new seismic stand opens up broad opportunities for experimentally validating or refuting numerous scientific and engineering results obtained by earthquake engineering specialists through theoretical and numerical research and modeling, noted Vladimir Tarasov.

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Jointless 3D Printing: Polytechnic University Finds a Way to Join Non-Weldable Metals

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A research team led by Anatoly Popovich, Director of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport at SPbPU, has developed a technology for multi-material 3D printing of complex metal parts. This technology allows for the creation of components and parts from up to four alloys in a single production cycle. This significantly reduces costs and time. The size of a single 3D printing unit for a specific material, less than one millimeter, allows for programming on a truly microscale.

The need to create structures from multiple materials arises when a product requires different, sometimes conflicting, properties: increased hardness and simultaneous ductility, thermal conductivity, and corrosion resistance. In medicine, components made from multiple materials are used to create biocompatible components with specific mechanical properties, such as titanium and cobalt-chromium implants.

A new technology developed by Polytechnic researchers enables the production of a component with a pre-programmed set of properties by creating zones of materials with the desired characteristics. This eliminates the need for a sharp transition between layers of different materials. The composition and properties change smoothly from one metal to another, preventing defects at the joints. This makes it possible to combine even materials that are initially unweldable, such as aluminum and steel.

To date, SPbPU specialists have tested over 20 materials and their combinations, including titanium, aluminum, and shape-memory alloys. The developers have already applied the new technology in practice. Engineers have created a prototype of a compact combustion chamber: the interior is made of heat-resistant bronze, the exterior is a nickel-alloy shell, and between them is a thin mesh structure that effectively dissipates heat. The new technology significantly reduces manufacturing time. While a traditional manufacturing cycle takes months (the inner shell is manufactured, milled, and then the outer elements are welded to it), with the new development, the entire process is completed in a single cycle. Taking into account subsequent mechanical surface treatment, the process takes only a few days.

Another component is a gear, which requires internal vibration absorption and external hardness to prevent wear. Improving the mechanical properties is achieved by creating a complex transition from one material to another. This condition can also be programmed and implemented in the finished product.

Thus, the Polytechnic's development allows not only to obtain stronger connections, but also to save money and time during their production.

The development is being carried out with the support of the federal program "Priority-2030".

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January 14, 2026 The red ribbon is the main element of the new identity of Radio ENERGY

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GPM Radio (part of Gazprom-Media Holding) and Artemy Lebedev Studio completed the task of redesigning the radio station's visual identity to be as pleasing to the eye as it is to the ear. One of Russia's most popular radio stations* entered 2026 completely redesigned. It is now Radio ENERGY (NRG), with a new logo, stylish elements, and memorable typography.

"We've been developing the brand for 20 years and have made it truly famous. Our shows have won numerous prestigious awards, and our off-air projects attract thousands of viewers and receive a huge media response. Now it's time for new achievements. The station's logo and musical design have changed, but our spirit of drive and trendy sound remain unchanged. This isn't a rebranding for the sake of rebranding, but a reimagining of what modern radio should be – bright, bold, and relatable."

Vadim Tereshchuk General Director of GPM Radio

Radio ENERGY infuses listeners with vital energy and becomes their gateway to contemporary, trendy music, giving everyone the opportunity to feel like a citizen of the world. The station is chosen by 3.4 million Russians daily, with a weekly reach of over 9.2 million*, ranking among the top 5 in Russia among its target audience**. Its average listener is a young woman aged 35. She is athletic, takes care of her health, leads an active lifestyle, and enjoys a vibrant atmosphere and top hits, and Radio ENERGY embodies this vibe. The updated visuals convey the station's contemporary character while maintaining its recognizability and appeal to its audience. The main element is a stylized red ribbon, perceived as a wave of energy and symbolizing the continuous flow of music.

"Our challenge was to relaunch the brand, make it vibrant, vibrant, modern, and recognizable. We couldn't do without art. The result is beautiful, spectacular, and emotional. The message is one: energy. The flowing, endless ribbon that forms the letters of the logo, like a Möbius loop, is very energetic and cool. This logo is good not only in static form but also in animation."

Artemy Lebedev, a renowned Russian designer and blogger

The new logo is an energetic flow, encapsulated in three recognizable letters (NRG). The color palette features the signature red and black, with large, soft, and flowing letters formed by the curves of the ribbon. The logo aligns with the slogan "Only the Best Music" and is harmonious in both vertical and horizontal versions, and also looks good in monochrome.

* Mediascope, Radio Index – Russia 100, April-September 2025, 12 ** Mediascope, Radio Index – Russia 100, April-September 2025, 25-45 years

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D. Trump criticized federal prosecutors for weakness – newspaper

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WASHINGTON, January 14 (Xinhua) — During a White House event last week, US President Donald Trump criticized the U.S. prosecutors for being too slow in bringing cases against certain individuals, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Dozens of prosecutors from across the United States gathered at the White House on Thursday for a ceremonial photo op. President Trump criticized them for ineffectiveness and for obstructing the work of Attorney General Pam Bondi and her deputy, Todd Blanche, according to the article.

As a reminder, on Sunday, the US Federal Reserve announced that its chairman, Jerome Powell, is under investigation. His case is related to a multi-billion-dollar renovation project at the regulator's headquarters.

In a public statement on the Federal Reserve's website, J. Powell said the Justice Department served the Federal Reserve with grand jury subpoenas on Friday, "threatening criminal prosecution in connection with my testimony before the Senate Banking Committee. That testimony, in part, related to a multi-year project to renovate the Federal Reserve's historic office buildings." –0–

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China has completed a new round of bulk purchases of medical supplies.

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BEIJING, Jan. 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese health authorities have completed another round of mass procurement of medical supplies, a measure aimed at reducing costs for hospitals and patients across the country.

On Wednesday, the National Medical Supply Administration of China announced the results of the sixth national bulk procurement program for high-value medical supplies. It covered 12 types of medical supplies, including drug-coated cylinders and urological intervention devices.

A total of 440 products from 202 manufacturers were selected for procurement. Government officials reported that large suppliers relied upon by hospitals were successfully involved in the bulk procurement scheme, ensuring a diverse and stable supply of the selected medical products.

Today, the state mass procurement program has expanded to cover 142 types of medical consumables across nine main categories, covering clinical areas such as cardiology, orthopedics, peripheral vascular surgery, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, and urology.

Patients are expected to have access to the final batch of lower-cost devices around May 2026. China regularly uses centralized procurement to lower prices on medical equipment and drugs, part of a broader effort to improve access to healthcare. -0-

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Iran calls on the UN Secretary-General and the Security Council to condemn the United States for inciting violence.

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UNITED NATIONS, Jan. 14 (Xinhua) — Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations Amir Saeed Iravani on Tuesday called on the UN secretary-general and the Security Council to condemn the United States for inciting violence and threatening to use force against his country.

In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Somalia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Abukar Dahir Osman, who is serving as acting President of the Security Council for January, A.S. Iravani accused US President Donald Trump of openly inciting violence in Iran, citing a post by Trump on the social media platform TruthSocial.

The US "virtual embassy" in Iran on Tuesday called on US citizens to leave the country.

“This reckless statement clearly encourages political destabilization, incites and calls for violence, and threatens the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national security of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” A.S. Iravani said in the letter.

He also called on the UN Secretary-General and the Security Council to “fulfil their responsibilities under the Charter by unequivocally condemning all forms of incitement to violence, threats of force and interference” in Iran’s internal affairs by the United States.

Iran also calls on all UN member states to refrain from provocative and irresponsible statements or actions that violate the UN Charter, including the principles of Iran's sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence, the letter said.

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The Taiwan issue is China's internal affairs, says a spokesman for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council.

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BEIJING, Jan. 14 (Xinhua) — State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Zhu Fenglian reiterated Wednesday that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China and the Taiwan question is purely China's internal affairs.

Zhu Fenglian made the statement at a press conference in response to a media inquiry regarding recent comments by US media about the US attack on Venezuela and the violent capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, as well as the implications of these actions for Taiwan.

Zhu Fenglian emphasized that the resolution of the Taiwan issue is a personal matter for the Chinese people and a just matter for protecting national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

"Outsiders are unreliable," Zhu Fenglian said, noting that the Democratic Progressive Party administration's attempts to achieve "Taiwan independence" by relying on external forces will only turn it into useless tools of external forces.

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Mexico does not accept any form of subordination – President

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Mexico City, January 14 (Xinhua) — Mexico will pursue a foreign policy based on equality and sovereignty, President Claudia Sheinbaum said Tuesday, rejecting any form of subordination to other countries, including the United States.

At a morning press conference, K. Sheinbaum noted that Mexico and the United States coordinate their actions and cooperate on security issues, but it is also important for Mexicans to “remember our history and the meaning of independence and sovereignty.”

Regarding the US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA), K. Sheinbaum expressed confidence that it will have a positive impact on the country.

"The process is moving forward, and it will benefit Mexicans," she said, acknowledging that there are issues that need to be addressed, such as the application of tariffs.

"We are a sovereign nation, and that is extremely important," the president noted after a phone call with her American counterpart, Donald Trump, on Monday. This is the eighth such conversation between the two leaders since November 2024.

The phone call took place amid tensions in trade, security, and drug trafficking. The Mexican government, however, insists that mutual respect and sovereignty are fundamental principles of its foreign policy.

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Norway and Sweden expressed support for Denmark

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OSLO, Jan. 14 (Xinhua) — The prime ministers of Norway and Sweden expressed support for Denmark on Tuesday following the latest consultations between the Nordic leaders.

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre wrote on the social media platform X: "This evening, I had a productive conversation with colleagues from the Nordic countries: we support the Kingdom of Denmark. Only Denmark and Greenland have the right to make decisions on matters concerning Denmark and Greenland."

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson echoed this sentiment on the same platform, posting: "Just spoke with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, along with our Nordic colleagues. We support Denmark and Greenland."

Earlier on Tuesday, Frederiksen and Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen held a joint press conference, at which they stated their firm and unanimous rejection of external claims on Greenland.

Greenland, the world's largest island, is a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, with Copenhagen retaining control over its defense and foreign policy. The island hosts a United States military base.

Since returning to office in 2025, US President Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed his desire to "get" Greenland and has not ruled out the use of force. –0–

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