Chinese users of AI companions bereft after government tightens regulations
BEIJING — Li Linlin cried for days after losing her AI boyfriend.
· Associated Press
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· Jee Geronimo
One million evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin pummels east China: What we know
China evacuates a million from homes as Typhoon Dolphin arrives
· Sarah Shamim
Flood death toll in India's Assam reaches 100 as thousands lose their homes
GUWAHATI, India — The flood crisis in India’s northeastern Assam state remained critical on Monday, with the death toll reaching 100 after two more people died overnight, officials said.
· Associated Press
Manila mayor suspends Tuesday classes
MANILA, Philippines — Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko" Moreno Domagoso ordered the suspension of classes in all levels in public and private schools on Tuesday, Aug. 11, because of "inclement weather brought about by the southwest monsoon (habagat) enhanced by a Low Pressure Area (LPA)."
· Reina C. Tolentino
Powerful anti-drone laser spotted on PLA amphibious ship in South China Sea
Analysts say deploying the LY-1-equipped vessel during Scarborough Shoal drill was meant to send a message to Manila and Washington
· Albee Zhang
Powerful anti-drone laser spotted on PLA amphibious ship in South China Sea
Analysts say deploying the LY-1-equipped vessel during Scarborough Shoal drill was meant to send a message to Manila and Washington
· Albee Zhang
Lululemon rival Alo Yoga enters China market with online store on Alibaba’s Tmall
The US brand announced its entry into China in June as part of its international expansion to tap the premium ‘athleisure’ market
· Zhu Wenqian
Lululemon rival Alo Yoga enters China market with new store on Alibaba’s Tmall
The US brand announced its entry into China in June as part of its international expansion to tap the premium ‘athleisure’ market
· Zhu Wenqian
San Fernando warns employers against evading P755 wage hike, urges workers to report violators
MANILA, Philippines — Kamanggagawa Partylist Rep. Elijah “Eli” San Fernando warned employers against evading the P755 daily minimum wage in Metro Manila and urged workers to report firms that fail to comply with the wage order.
· James Daniel Danio
Taiwan representative in Japan boycotts Nagasaki bombing anniversary ceremony over seating
TOKYO — Taiwan's top economic representative in Japan said he boycotted this year's memorial marking the 81st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the Japanese city of Nagasaki, accusing city officials of being pro-China and insulting Taipei.
· Associated Press
Seoul cautious about Ukraine's defense request amid claims more N. Korean troops being sent to Russia
The government maintained a cautious stance on Ukraine's request for air defense support and other military provisions, a senior government official said Monday, amid Ukrainian claims that North Korea is preparing to send more troops to support Russia in its war against Ukraine.
· Yonhap
Seoul cautious about Ukraine's defense request amid claims more N. Korean troops being sent to Russia
SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Yonhap) -- The government maintained a cautious stance on Ukraine's request for air defense support and other military provisions, a senior government official said Monday, amid Ukrainian claims that North Korea is preparing to send more troops to support Russia in its war against Ukraine.
· Woo Jae-yeon
China challenges Western ‘tribute system’ theory in push to control its narrative power
Article by US billionaire investor Ray Dalio puts spotlight back on English term used to describe Chinese diplomatic and economic posture
· Orange Wang
China challenges Western ‘tribute system’ theory in push to control its narrative power
Article by US billionaire investor Ray Dalio puts spotlight back on English term used to describe Chinese diplomatic and economic posture
· Orange Wang
US does its robotics industry no favours by fencing it off from China
By banning Chinese humanoid robots, Washington is trying to buy its industry time, but the lack of competition is not a strength
· Thomas O. Falk
US does its robotics industry no favours by fencing it off from China
By banning Chinese humanoid robots, Washington is trying to buy its industry time, but the lack of competition is not a strength
· Thomas O. Falk
Futures Erase Overnight Gains As Oil Hits One-Week High, Yen Slides
US equity futures start the new week barely higher, having erased almost all of their overnight gains, yet still trading at all time highs, led by Tech with small caps starting the week in the red. As of 8:00am ET, S&P futures are fractionally in the green as traders look to the next big data print from the US this …
· Tyler Durden
Hong Kong labour group calls for warning system review after record-breaking heat | South China Morning Post
Hong Kong labour group calls for warning system review after record-breaking heat.
Russia says 13 killed in Ukraine drone attack on oil-refining area 900km from Moscow
Nizhnekamsk, a major processing and petrochemical centre, was targeted. Nasa satellite images showed heat anomalies that may indicate fire
· Bloomberg
Russia says 13 killed in Ukraine drone attack on oil-refining area 900km from Moscow
Nizhnekamsk, a major processing and petrochemical centre, was targeted. Nasa satellite images showed heat anomalies that may indicate fire
· Bloomberg
US vows stronger, capability-based support for Philippines amid China pressure
MANILA, Philippines — The United States is working to strengthen the Philippines’ ability to defend its claims and sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea as part of a broader strategy focused on deterrence, military readiness and deeper alliance cooperation, a senior US defense official said Monday.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
Name prosecutors with budget insertions, Magalong dared
MANILA, Philippines — House prosecutor and Bicol Saro Party-list Rep. Terry Ridon on Monday challenged Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong to identify members of the House prosecution panel whom he alleged were involved in budget insertions.
· Kristina Maralit
China set to compete with global drug giants in a decade, analysts say
Amid systemic efficiency and a wave of innovation, the country’s biotech sector is expanding at a pace that has caught the market off guard
· Alice Li
China set to compete with global drug giants in a decade, analysts say
Amid systemic efficiency and a wave of innovation, the country’s biotech sector is expanding at a pace that has caught the market off guard
· Alice Li
Globe expands digital safety training to youth, school leaders in Capiz, Quezon
MANILA, Philippines — Globe is expanding its digital safety education efforts in local communities by training youth leaders and school heads in Capiz and Quezon to help others recognize online threats, protect personal information and use digital technology, including artificial intelligence, responsibly.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
AI zombie video on Singapore’s National Day sparks talk – is this the future of film?
The creator behind the short video, Bersama Majulah, stresses that the ‘soul of the work’ is written by humans
· Jean Iau
AI zombie video on Singapore’s National Day sparks talk – is this the future of film?
The creator behind the short video, Bersama Majulah, stresses that the ‘soul of the work’ is written by humans
· Jean Iau
Southwest monsoon brings heavy rain to fewer areas, but floods still likely
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· Acor Arceo
China hits US, Mexican pecans with preliminary anti-dumping curbs
The investigation follows Mexico’s maximum 50% tariff hike on about 1,400 product categories, imposed under pressure from Washington
· Xiaofei Xu
China hits US, Mexican pecans with preliminary anti-dumping curbs
The investigation follows Mexico’s maximum 50% tariff hike on about 1,400 product categories, imposed under pressure from Washington
· Xiaofei Xu
Beijing official hails China and Cuba as ‘good brothers’ in show of solidarity
Liu Haixing, who heads party’s international department, says ties are at ‘unprecedented new height’ during talks with counterpart in Havana
· Dewey Sim
Beijing official hails China and Cuba as ‘good brothers’ in show of solidarity
Liu Haixing, who heads party’s international department, says ties are at ‘unprecedented new height’ during talks with counterpart in Havana
· Dewey Sim
EU imposes anti-dumping tariffs on terephthalic acid from South Korea, Mexico
BRUSSELS (Reuters) -- The European Union imposed on Monday tariffs on terephthalic acid - a raw material used to make a common sort of plastic known as PET - made in South Korea and Mexico to protect producers in Belgium, Poland and Spain.
· Reuters
Inside Mitsubishi’s long-term P7-B bet on PH-made hybrid vehicles
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines
· lkyu0285
Ciclone provoca inundações e caos aéreo na China
Um ciclone com ventos de até 150 km/h levou chuvas intensas ao leste da China nesta segunda-feira (10/08), provocando caos aéreo e motivando a evacuação de centenas de milhares de pessoas devido ao risco de inundação.
· Redação DW
‘Unprecedented, dangerous territory’: US north-west reckons with a summer of historic wildfires
Extreme conditions in Washington and Oregon have fueled fast-moving fires, leaving the region draped in toxic plumes – and the danger isn’t over
· Gabrielle Canon
Man with knife arrested after allegedly injuring 2 at Hong Kong housing estate | South China Morning Post
Police receive calls about young man attacking residents at Baguio Villa, while online footage shows shirtless assailant lunging at security guards.
Why Taiwan is conducting its first-ever mobile network-throttling exercise
Critics question value of tests as authorities aim to prepare public for outages caused by war, cyberattacks or natural disaster
· Lawrence Chung
Why Taiwan is conducting its first-ever mobile network-throttling exercise
Critics question value of tests as authorities aim to prepare public for outages caused by war, cyberattacks or natural disaster
· Lawrence Chung
Meta launches new AI in push for best open source model to beat China
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· Ariel Zilber
CA affirms carnapping charge vs Ateneo shooting suspect
APPELLATE COURT. The Court of Appeals in Manila, Philippines.
· Jee Geronimo
Marcos gov’t seeks P7.2-trillion budget for 2027
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Cheong Wa Dae press chief tenders resignation
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
Cone rules out Boatwright in Asian Games
MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone has ruled out Bennie Boatwright for the coming Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan in September.
· RICHARD DY
Children with disabilities offered places to feel at ease in quake-hit Kumamoto
Uki, Kumamoto Pref. – Efforts are underway in Kumamoto Prefecture to provide children with developmental and intellectual disabilities with places to stay during the day and relieve stress, after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck the prefecture late last month.
· No Author
Seoul to consult US on swift Gwangju military relocation for chip belt
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
As US marks 75 years of defence pact with Philippines, can it stay the course?
Despite increased drills between the two allies, there are concerns that Washington’s aversion to conflict could weaken its commitment
· Jeoffrey Maitem
As US marks 75 years of defence pact with Philippines, can it stay the course?
Despite increased drills between the two allies, there are concerns that Washington’s aversion to conflict could weaken its commitment
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Ha-young denies allegations of great-grandfather’s pro-Japanese ties
Actor Ha-young on Monday denied claims that her great-grandfather was a pro-Japanese collaborator during Japan's colonial rule of Korea.
· Park Jun-hee