By CCTV.com Li Xiang
>> 8th China-U.S. S and ED, 7th CPE held in Beijing
China and US are holding their 8th Strategic and Economic Dialogue and the 7th annual High-Level Consultation on People-to-People Exchange in Beijing from June 6-7, discussing trade relations and regional issues. State Councilor Yang Jiechi and US Secretary of State John Kerry co-chair the "Strategic Track", while Vice Premier Wang Yang and US Secretary of the Treasury Jacob Lew co-chair the "Economic Track". Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed the joint opening ceremony, calling on the two sides to "properly manage differences".
>> Muslims around world begin observing Ramadan
Muslims around the world began observing Ramadan on Monday. During the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual reflection, Muslims are not allowed to eat or drink between sunrise and dusk.
>> Swiss voters reject basic income proposal
In Switzerland, voters on Sunday overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to introduce a guaranteed basic income to all 8.1 million residents. The supporters camp had suggested a monthly income of 2,500 Swiss francs - or 2,555 US dollars - for adults and also 625 Swiss francs for each child.
>> 9.4 mln Chinese students take college entrance exam
Over 9 million are competing for a spot in university in the country's college entrance exam on Tuesday. Also known as "Gaokao", and usually takes place on June 7 and 8th, the exam is said to be the largest in terms of candidates in the world. China's Ministry of Education has urged measures to ensure that students get a quiet environment, safe food supply, and timely weather forecast.
>> Days of downpour cause flood in southern China
Extreme weather continues to wreck havoc in Southern China. Flooding has cut off roads and ruined farming lands, causing a direct financial loss of 10 million US dollars. The national weather authority forecasts more rain in the coming days, saying this is just the start of the flood season.
>> Clinton clinches Democratic nomination
Hillary Clinton has reached the number of delegates needed to clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. Clinton, a former Secretary of State, reached the 2,383 delegates needed to become the presumptive Democratic nominee with a decisive weekend victory in Puerto Rico and a burst of last-minute support from super delegates.
>> Chinese in Mali donate to those injured or killed
In the wake of the attacks on the UN camp there, some Chinese in Mali initiated an online campaign calling for donations for the victims, and local Chinese people responded well. Recently, a Chinese peacekeeper was killed in Mali, when Al-Qaeda targeted the UN base.
>> China's Suning takes majority stake in Inter Milan
The Chinese appliance retailer Suning Holdings Group has bought a majority share of the Italian Serie A football club Inter Milan. With the purchase of 69 % of Inter's shares, Suning is now the majority owner of the most popular Italian team in China. The club is competing in the UEFA Europa League next season and hopes to get back to the more lucrative Champions League.
