Lions ace Paddack says ready to sacrifice body for Korean Series start
SUWON, South Korea, Nov. 4 (Yonhap) -- In his professional career that began 11 ...
· Yoo Jee-ho
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'Made In China' Hypercar Crashes In 300-MPH Test-Run
'Made In China' Hypercar Crashes In 300-MPH Test-Run Chinese automotive news website CarNewsChina reports that BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme supercar crashed on a closed-loop track in China while attempting to reach a mind-boggling 500 kilometers per hour, or about 311 miles per hour.Footage of the $3 million Yangwang U9…
· Tyler Durden
(LEAD) N. Korea says dialogue with U.S. an option but not a must for national interest
SEOUL, Nov. 4 (Yonhap) -- North Korea said Wednesday that dialogue with the Unit...
· Woo Jae-yeon
North Korea laundering Binance billions with Chinese help — to spend on new missiles
North Korean hackers heisted $6.3 billion in cryptocurrency from Binance, roughly $3.3 billion remains unfrozen – but they need help laundering it.
· Vivi Lin
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on Nov. 4)
Korea risks losing the initiative to North Korea in securing Unesco intangible c...
· Kim Hyun-soo
(EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on Nov. 4)
North Korea's record-breaking $6.3 billion cryptocurrency heist targeting Binanc...
· Kim Hyun-soo
(EDITORIAL from The Korea Herald on Nov. 4)
Welfare policy can turn a narrow question of eligibility into a national argumen...
· Kim Hyun-soo
N. Korea says dialogue with U.S. remains option for peace but suggests must serve Pyongyang's interests
SEOUL, Nov. 4 (Yonhap) -- North Korea said Wednesday that dialogue with the Unit...
· Kim Hyun-soo
China’s scrap dealers are scrambling for waste. So why is the recycling sector booming?
Shanghai scrap collector Li Jie has a problem, one which would appear unusual to most: trash is getting too valuable. “Ordinary recyclables like cardboard and plastic are now hard to come by,” he said. “Their prices have risen so much that there are so many collectors, including many companies.” The wave of new play…
· Mandy Zuo
UK will face AI cyberattacks on critical infrastructure by 2028, official says
The UK will face AI cyberattacks on critical infrastructure by 2028 from China and Russia, warns NCSC chief Richard Horne.
· Associated Press
China's Temu, JD.com revamp business models amid tariff headwinds
Low-cost e-retailers lose customers as European levies raise prices
· Staff Writer
Foreign reserves rebound in Oct. on foreign currency deposits
SEOUL, Nov. 4 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's foreign reserves rebounded in October on...
· Kim Boram
APEC host China to keep cars off street, close schools during Shenzhen summit
Motorists can earn rewards for not driving while Asia-Pacific leaders visit
· Staff Writer
BMW ADRs Tumble On Full-Year Outlook Cut, China Demand Woes
BMW ADRs Tumble On Full-Year Outlook Cut, China Demand Woes Add BMW to the growing list of European automakers slashing forecasts due to softening demand, especially in China.BMW's ADRs fell 5% late in the US cash session after news that the struggling automaker slashed its full-year automotive profit outlook to aro…
· Tyler Durden
Palace denies PH blocked China's participation in ASEAN
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang denied that the Philippines used its position as host of the Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit to hinder the participation of China.
· Allen Limos
Binance says fake job interviews, AI tool used in US$6 bln theft blamed on N. Korea
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency excha...
· Chang Dong-woo
China accuses Philippine politicians of ‘intolerable’ conduct as tensions escalate
Amid continuously escalating tensions, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday accused a handful of Philippine politicians of “egregious, irrational and intolerable” conduct, urging Manila to rein in their anti-China rhetoric, state media reported. Wang made the remarks during a phone conversation with Philippin…
· Liu Zhen
Fukushima tries to reinvent itself as hub for drones, robots and rockets
Disaster-ravaged Japan region draws tech firms with expansive testing grounds
· Staff Writer
A strong start for Takaichi, but the real work is only beginning
Originally published by Pacific Forum, this article is republished with permission. Sanae Takaichi has just completed her first year as Japan’s prime minister. It has been a good one: She has retained stratospheric popularity (for a Japanese prime minister), avoided major gaffes and crises and handled problems that …
· Brad Glosserman
Japan's Yamato targets 'leaner' delivery service in push for profit: president
Logistics group to trim network, raise prices and optimize with AI
· Staff Writer
New MUFG digital bank to forgo ATM cards in cybercrime safeguard
Shift to smartphone QR codes for security is a first for a Japan megabank affiliate
· Staff Writer
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Ease tensions with China, business, labor groups urge gov’t
A COALITION of 24 business, labor, industry and other organizations urged the government to ease tensions with China and pursue a more coordinated diplomatic approach, warning that strained bilateral relations could jeopardize trade, investments, jobs and other Philippine economic interests.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
Japan to bolster defenses with unified missile, artillery systems
Tokyo wants single interface for faster battlefield decisions
· Staff Writer
China turns to intl media to promote gains of Belt and Road Initiative
FUZHOU, China — China called on international media to report on the gains and benefits of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) program to participating countries.
· Lynette Ordoñez-Luna
Sanctions-evading China-bound billions turn untraceable in Moscow
At the sprawling Sadovod market in southeast Moscow, among the 160 acres of clothing, jewelry and appliance booths, at least eight teams are spotted, working apart from the everyday hustle and bustle of the market. Throughout a business day, these teams, known in confidential records as “departments,” receive a stea…
· Thomas Rowley, Kristine Baghdasaryan
South Korea probes online leak of president's passport details
SEOUL — South Korea is investigating an online leak of passport details belonging to President Lee Jae Myung and more than 160 other officials, a government minister said on Tuesday.
· Agence France-Presse
Sea drone makers compete for investment in Taiwan
TAINAN, Taiwan — Silver-hulled sea drones skim across the water as part of an exhibition in Taiwan where local and foreign companies are competing for a share of surging government investment in uncrewed vehicles to deter China.
· Agence France-Presse
ADMM-Plus is a wake-up call for Manila and Beijing
CHINA’s decision to downgrade its representation at the recent Asean Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) hosted by the Philippines should not be viewed merely as a diplomatic slight. More importantly, it should serve as a reminder of how much work remains to be done in rebuilding trust and confidence between…
· Rommel C. Banlaoi
Canton Fair showcases China’s ‘super seller’ role
GUANGZHOU — The 140th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, is offering a window into how China’s exports are giving consumers more choices and businesses access to technology and equipment.
· Xinhua News Agency
MOL names world’s first ammonia-fueled bulk carriers
MITSUI O.S.K. Lines Ltd. (MOL) held a joint naming ceremony on Oct. 29 for the world’s first three ammonia-fueled Capesize bulk carriers at CSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. in China.
· Carmela I. Huelar
Hanwha names new president of U.S. shipyard in Philadelphia amid expansion
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's Hanwha Group has appointed a new pr...
· Chang Dong-woo
China tells Philippines to stop politicians crossing 'red lines'
BEIJING — China's top diplomat Wang Yi urged the Philippines on Tuesday to rein in politicians who had repeatedly 'smeared' Beijing and crossed its 'red lines'.
· Agence France-Presse
American slugger Hilliard delivers key plays with bat, glove in 1st KBO postseason game
SUWON, South Korea, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- KT Wiz cleanup Sam Hilliard was named the...
· Yoo Jee-ho
Young slugger makes emphatic postseason debut with big home run
SUWON, South Korea, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- Before making his Korea Baseball Organiza...
· Yoo Jee-ho
Wiz manager admits to taking foot off gas in narrow Korean Series win
SUWON, South Korea, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- After the KT Wiz nearly frittered away an...
· Yoo Jee-ho
China’s first AI-generated film is a flop. Some still see it as the future of cinema
Chinese investors placing high value on AI despite unpopularity of Sanxingdui: Future PastChina’s first fully AI-generated movie has flopped, earning just 1.7m yuan (£191,000) at the box office despite costing “tens of millions” to make, according to its producer.But is it any good? The Guardian watched Sanxingdui: …
· Yu Chen Li, Amy Hawkins
North Korea blasts US over $6 bn crypto theft allegations
North Korea has rejected US allegations that it stole over $6 billion from Binance, accusing Washington of a political provocation Read Full Article at RT.com
· RT
Moscow in talks to arrange Trump, Xi and Putin meeting, Kremlin says
The trilateral meeting would take place during the APEC summit in two weeks.
· Daria Zakharova
Israel deepens Somaliland ties with first ambassador, testing Horn of Africa balance
Last week, Somaliland, a breakaway region that declared independence from Somalia in 1991, welcomed its first ambassador from Israel. Diplomat Michael Lotem presented his credentials in Hargeisa, while officials laid the cornerstone for an Israeli embassy. The ceremony, announced by Israel’s foreign ministry on Sund…
· Khushboo Razdan
China’s AI ‘shock’, EU ‘kill switch’, Ukraine hope, Mbappe fiasco: 7 global relations reads
We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering global relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China warns EU not to ‘fantasise’ on trade approach after ‘kill switch’ threat Beijing warned Brussels not to “f…
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Top Chinese general meets Russian defence minister days after Politburo appointment
Zhang Shengmin, China’s most senior uniformed general, met Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov in Beijing on Tuesday in his first publicly reported meeting with a foreign official since he became a member of the Politburo. Zhang, the vice-chairman of China’s Central Military Commission (CMC), pledged to deepen …
· Liu Zhen
Sidearmer Ko looking to give Wiz commanding Korean Series lead; Lions counter with Paddack on short rest
SUWON, South Korea, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- The KT Wiz will try to go up two games to...
· Yoo Jee-ho
California-China tech, climate ties may face cooler future under Newsom successor
A Democratic victory in California’s gubernatorial election on Tuesday would likely preserve existing cooperation with China, but it would not be as fervent as it was during the era of outgoing governor Gavin Newsom, according to analysts. During the campaign - which is taking place alongside the midterm federal rac…
· Ralph Jennings
(LEAD) Wiz hold off Lions in Korean Series opener
SUWON, South Korea, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- The KT Wiz edged out the Samsung Lions 8-...
· Yoo Jee-ho
Wiz starter Daniel impresses in KBO postseason debut
SUWON, South Korea, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- Clearly unfazed by the moment, KT Wiz sta...
· Yoo Jee-ho