2026-05-07
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This is the Beijing Hour.
Examining the events that impact and shape China and the rest of the world.
This is the Beijing Hour.
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Now here's your host.
Shane Bigham with you on this Thursday, May 7th, 2026.
You're listening to the Beijing Hour coming to you live from the Chinese capital.
On today's program, the cruise ship struck by a Hantavirus outbreak is now
sailing toward the Canary Islands and should dock within three days.
Iran's again refuting claims by the U.S. President that the two sides have held talks
and are close to ending hostilities.
A Chinese cargo craft has re-entered the atmosphere in a controlled manner
with some debris splashing down in designated waters.
In business, China's smart consumer devices are trending up.
In sports, PSG has a chance to defend its Champions League title.
Western Entertainment, a prominent animation festival in France, has selected a Chinese feature for competition.
Now the day's top stories.
A cruise ship linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak has departed Cape Verde for the Canary Islands,
with nearly 150 people on board.