[2026-07-31 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese surgical robots break into Vietnam market as Beijing takes aim at US dominance

Snippet: Shipments to Asean have surged 246% this year as cross-border healthcare platforms pave way for manufacturers to challenge US giants like Intuitive Surgical

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3362395/chinese-surgical-robots-break-vietnam-market-beijing-takes-aim-us-dominance

[2026-07-31 11:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China's factory activity unexpectedly contracts in July, ending 4-month expansion streak

Snippet: China's factory activity unexpectedly contracted in July, snapping four straight months of expansion as the export rush that powered a second-quarter rebound began to unwind, piling pressure on Beijing to boost domestic demand.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/31/china-pmi-factory-activity-economic-growth-exports-.html

[2026-07-31 11:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Report flags Hong Kong lawmakers' ties to US-blacklisted Chinese companies

Snippet: Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee attends a question and answer session at the Legislative Council in January 2024. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/hong-kong-security-law/report-flags-hong-kong-lawmakers-ties-to-us-blacklisted-chinese-companies

[2026-07-31 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Hong Kong’s five-year plan could get ball rolling on Olympic bid

Snippet: To achieve the plan’s proposed sport-related objectives, focused action in areas such as facilities development and talent cultivation is needed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3362127/how-hong-kongs-five-year-plan-could-get-ball-rolling-olympic-bid?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 11:30 UTC+10:00] [2036 Olympics] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Hong Kong’s five-year plan could get ball rolling on Olympic bid

Snippet: To achieve the plan’s proposed sport-related objectives, focused action in areas such as facilities development and talent cultivation is needed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3362127/how-hong-kongs-five-year-plan-could-get-ball-rolling-olympic-bid

[2026-07-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Will the global testosterone decline accelerate the shift to robot warfare?

Snippet: The Pentagon’s push for mandatory hormone testing raises questions about the future of humans on the battlefield

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3362357/will-global-testosterone-decline-accelerate-shift-robot-warfare?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Will the global testosterone decline accelerate the shift to robot warfare?

Snippet: The Pentagon’s push for mandatory hormone testing raises questions about the future of humans on the battlefield

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3362357/will-global-testosterone-decline-accelerate-shift-robot-warfare

[2026-07-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s 800-year-old tea heritage is being rediscovered and rehabilitated

Snippet: Discover Hong Kong’s hidden tea legacy, predating British influence, as local enthusiasts revive ancient cultivation and traditions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3362422/hong-kongs-800-year-old-tea-heritage-being-rediscovered-and-rehabilitated?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s 800-year-old tea heritage is being rediscovered and rehabilitated

Snippet: Discover Hong Kong’s hidden tea legacy, predating British influence, as local enthusiasts revive ancient cultivation and traditions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3362422/hong-kongs-800-year-old-tea-heritage-being-rediscovered-and-rehabilitated

[2026-07-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s hosting nous, crowd support seen as key to locking in fencing Grand Prix spot

Snippet: FIE decision to have city replace Shanghai on circuit welcomed by athletes, officials after its successful staging of World Championships

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3362406/hong-kongs-hosting-nous-crowd-support-seen-key-locking-fencing-grand-prix-spot?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s hosting nous, crowd support key to locking in fencing Grand Prix spot

Snippet: FIE decision to have city replace Shanghai on circuit welcomed by athletes, officials after its successful staging of World Championships

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3362406/hong-kongs-hosting-nous-crowd-support-seen-key-locking-fencing-grand-prix-spot

[2026-07-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China sets record with high-speed rail breakthrough under Yangtze River

Snippet: The engineering feat marks the longest continuous underwater excavation achieved by a drilling machine of its kind, state media reports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3362400/china-sets-record-high-speed-rail-breakthrough-under-yangtze-river?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China sets record with high-speed rail breakthrough under Yangtze River

Snippet: The engineering feat marks the longest continuous underwater excavation achieved by a drilling machine of its kind, state media reports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3362400/china-sets-record-high-speed-rail-breakthrough-under-yangtze-river

[2026-07-31 09:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Fast-fashion retailer Shein’s 3-year IPO odyssey cost it the ‘golden time’ to go public

Snippet: Shein won Beijing's approval for a Hong Kong listing after it publicly embraced the Chinese roots it spent years playing down. Now investors are questioning whether that blessing can carry a $40-billion-plus valuation for a company whose growth engine has stalled.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/31/shein-ipo-hong-kong-ftc-investigation-tariffs-fast-fashion-.html

[2026-07-31 09:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong banks can no longer ignore the quantum threat

Snippet: HKMA survey is a wake-up call for the city’s financial sector to embrace cryptographic agility before it’s too late

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3362338/hong-kong-banks-can-no-longer-ignore-quantum-threat?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 09:15 UTC+10:00] [cryptography] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong banks can no longer ignore the quantum threat

Snippet: HKMA survey is a wake-up call for the city’s financial sector to embrace cryptographic agility before it’s too late

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3362338/hong-kong-banks-can-no-longer-ignore-quantum-threat

[2026-07-31 09:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The legacy of Ellen Joyce Loo, trailblazing Hong Kong guitarist who spoke her truth

Snippet: Ellen Joyce Loo was a fearless musician who championed mental health and LGBTQ rights, and whose artistry continues to inspire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3362246/legacy-ellen-joyce-loo-trailblazing-hong-kong-guitarist-who-spoke-her-truth?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 09:15 UTC+10:00] [Ellen Joyce Loo] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The legacy of Ellen Joyce Loo, trailblazing Hong Kong guitarist who spoke her truth

Snippet: Ellen Joyce Loo was a fearless musician who championed mental health and LGBTQ rights, and whose artistry continues to inspire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3362246/legacy-ellen-joyce-loo-trailblazing-hong-kong-guitarist-who-spoke-her-truth

[2026-07-31 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong home price rally set to cool after strongest first half in 7 years: analysts

Snippet: Housing prices in the city have risen for 13 consecutive months, but analysts expect the market to lose steam amid weaker investor sentiment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3362453/hong-kong-home-price-rally-set-cool-after-strongest-first-half-7-years-analysts?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 09:00 UTC+10:00] [Fifa World Cup] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong home price rally set to cool after strongest first half in 7 years: analysts

Snippet: Housing prices in the city have risen for 13 consecutive months, but analysts expect the market to lose steam amid weaker investor sentiment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3362453/hong-kong-home-price-rally-set-cool-after-strongest-first-half-7-years-analysts

[2026-07-31 08:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump nominee vows to sharpen US media challenge to China

Snippet: Sarah Rogers says Asia would remain a priority for US-funded broadcasters, despite continuing turmoil and reduced operations at the agency

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3362452/trump-nominee-vows-sharpen-us-media-challenge-china?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 08:46 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump nominee vows to sharpen US media challenge to China

Snippet: Sarah Rogers says Asia would remain a priority for US-funded broadcasters, despite continuing turmoil and reduced operations at the agency

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3362452/trump-nominee-vows-sharpen-us-media-challenge-china

[2026-07-31 08:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Members of Mamdani’s DSA pledge to ‘support’ and ‘defend’ China: ‘Survival of Chinese socialism is a crucial matter’

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/30/us-news/members-of-mamdanis-dsa-pledge-to-support-defend-china/

[2026-07-31 08:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: PLA 99th Anniversary

Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP China SeriesPLA 99th AnniversaryAs the People’s Liberation Army marks its 99th anniversary on August 1, one year from the deadline for its centenary goals, its evolution highlights the past, present and future of China’s military strategy. Updated: 31 Jul, 2026Advertisement[1]The PLA at 99: how China’s military went from ragtag rifles to world-class forceFrom revolutionary group to hi-tech machine, the PLA’s transformation has been a long pursuit of strength and self-reliance.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/series/3362451/pla-99th-anniversary?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 08:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: PLA 99th Anniversary

Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP China SeriesPLA 99th AnniversaryAs the People’s Liberation Army marks its 99th anniversary on August 1, one year from the deadline for its centenary goals, its evolution highlights the past, present and future of China’s military strategy. Updated: 31 Jul, 2026Advertisement[1]The PLA at 99: how China’s military went from ragtag rifles to world-class forceFrom revolutionary group to hi-tech machine, the PLA’s transformation has been a long pursuit of strength and self-reliance.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/series/3362451/pla-99th-anniversary

[2026-07-31 08:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China’s U.S.-bound shipments fall in July after brief recovery, survey shows

Snippet: BEIJING — One of the Chinese economy's few growth drivers lost steam in July, according to the latest survey of businesses by China Beige Book.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/30/china-us-exports-drop.html

[2026-07-31 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The PLA at 99: how China’s military went from ragtag rifles to world-class force

Snippet: From revolutionary group to hi-tech machine, the PLA’s transformation has been a long pursuit of strength and self-reliance

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3362403/pla-99-how-chinas-military-went-ragtag-rifles-world-class-force?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 08:00 UTC+10:00] [Lop Nur] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The PLA at 99: how China’s military went from ragtag rifles to world-class force

Snippet: From revolutionary group to hi-tech machine, the PLA’s transformation has been a long pursuit of strength and self-reliance

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3362403/pla-99-how-chinas-military-went-ragtag-rifles-world-class-force

[2026-07-31 07:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Death toll rises to 51 in China landslides as resuce operation ends

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/30/world-news/death-toll-rises-to-51-in-china-landslides-as-resuce-operation-ends/

[2026-07-31 07:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Apple reports record June quarter revenue led by China sales growth

Snippet: Sales of the iPhone, Apple's main revenue driver, climbed 21.7% in the June quarter. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/apple-reports-record-june-quarter-revenue-led-by-china-sales-growth

[2026-07-31 07:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s exports feed the Global South’s industrial engines

Snippet: Far from stifling development, China’s export portfolio indicates a positive-sum diffusion of industrial growth

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3362107/chinas-exports-feed-global-souths-industrial-engines?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 07:30 UTC+10:00] [South Africa] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s exports feed the Global South’s industrial engines

Snippet: Far from stifling development, China’s export portfolio indicates a positive-sum diffusion of industrial growth

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3362107/chinas-exports-feed-global-souths-industrial-engines

[2026-07-31 07:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: The US is building 15 cargo ships, China is making 4,000 — blame a century-old law

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/30/us-news/the-us-is-building-15-cargo-ships-china-is-making-4000-blame-the-jones-act/

[2026-07-31 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: US urges China to 'fully meet' rare-earths pledge in virtual meeting, Bessent says

Snippet: Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, left, spoke with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on July 30. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/us-china-tensions/us-urges-china-to-fully-meet-rare-earths-pledge-in-virtual-meeting-bessent-says

[2026-07-31 06:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US sanctions Mahan Air’s China network over alleged support for Iran’s IRGC

Snippet: Two Shanghai companies and a Chinese executive targeted as Washington expands pressure campaign from Iranian oil to aviation and cargo

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3362446/us-sanctions-mahan-airs-china-network-over-alleged-support-irans-irgc?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 06:19 UTC+10:00] [Mahan Air] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US sanctions Mahan Air’s China network over alleged support for Iran’s IRGC

Snippet: Two Shanghai companies and a Chinese executive targeted as Washington expands pressure campaign from Iranian oil to aviation and cargo

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3362446/us-sanctions-mahan-airs-china-network-over-alleged-support-irans-irgc

[2026-07-31 06:09 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Selection for next UN chief gets underway with first ‘straw poll’

Snippet: United Nations Security Council started the process on Thursday to pick its new secretary general as successor to Antonio Guterres

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/diplomacy/article/3362445/selection-next-un-chief-gets-underway-first-straw-poll

[2026-07-31 05:35 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 90]

Source: SBS News

Title: Australia's neighbour has found out what it means to be on the 'tip of America's spear'

Snippet: Published 31 July 2026 5:35am

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/pacific-nation-palau-matters-in-us-china-rivalry/cwdxlltfz

[2026-07-31 05:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: US Treasury sanctions networks supporting Iran’s Mahan Air, IRGC from India, China, Russia

Snippet: The US Treasury Department on Thursday imposed sanctions on six entities and individuals in China, India, Russia and Iran accused of supporting Iran’s Mahan Air, which Washington says has long facilitated the movement of IRGC-Quds Force personnel, weapons and military equipment.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-904178

[2026-07-31 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Turkey's rise is creating a rare point of agreement for Israel, China - opinion

Snippet: Israel and China rarely view Middle East security through the same strategic lens. Their approaches to Iran, the United States, regional alliances and the international order often point in different directions.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-903764

[2026-07-31 04:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China’s open-weight model lead exposes America’s AI blind spot

Snippet: Some of America's biggest technology companies are pushing Washington to make open artificial intelligence a national priority as China continues to build its lead in the space.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/30/china-open-source-trump-ai.html

[2026-07-31 04:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Chinese e-commerce site selling Australian police gear

Snippet: Fri 31 Jul 2026 at 4:46am

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-31/chinese-online-shops-selling-australian-police-clothing/106831492

[2026-07-31 03:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: RT News

Title: New Zealand racism row sparks diplomatic spat

Snippet: Beijing has lodged an official protest with New Zealand’s Foreign Ministry over controversial remarks made by the country’s top diplomat, Winston Peters, to a Chinese-born MP during a heated parliamentary exchange.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/643670-new-zealand-china-racism-row/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-07-31 03:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China replaces diplomat known for 'hands in pockets' incident with Japan

Snippet: Liu Jinsong, then director-general of the Asian Affairs Department at China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is seen with reporters in Beijing in November 2025. © Kyodo

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/japan-china-tensions/china-replaces-diplomat-known-for-hands-in-pockets-incident-with-japan

[2026-07-31 03:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Hitachi and Toshiba ship new bullet trains to Taiwan after years of talks

Snippet: An N700ST high-speed rail car is rolled out during a ceremony on July 30 at Hitachi's Kasado Works in Kudamatsu, Japan. (Photo by Hideaki Ryugen)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/transportation/hitachi-and-toshiba-ship-new-bullet-trains-to-taiwan-after-years-of-talks

[2026-07-31 03:31 UTC+10:00] [Cars] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: China made Germany’s car giants. Now it’s helping break them.

Snippet: BRUSSELS — China helped transform Germany's automakers into global giants, delivering decades of strong sales and billions in profits. Now, it's their biggest liability.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/china-germany-car-sales-loss/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-07-31 03:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Asciende a 51 cifra de muertos por deslizamiento en China; ponen fin a tareas de búsqueda

Snippet: BEIJING (AP) — La cifra de muertos por un deslizamiento de tierra en el suroeste de China aumentó a 51, después de que los equipos de búsqueda concluyeran las labores de rastreo en tierra, informaron autoridades el jueves. Diez personas siguen desaparecidas.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-deslizamiento-a7fd48081dd2ab7934407f4be581ae39

[2026-07-31 03:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Death toll in China landslide climbs to 51 as land search ends, 10 missing

Snippet: BEIJING (AP) — The death toll from a landslide in southwestern China this month has risen to 51 after search crews ended a search on land, local authorities said Thursday. Ten people remain missing.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-chongqing-landslide-death-toll-search-10f434c8dfa4f3c3872367d15d2a2a75

[2026-07-31 02:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Unitree to launch IPO next week as US-China robotics rivalry intensifies

Snippet: The Hangzhou-based firm will launch its listing in Shanghai next week, as a string of Chinese robotics firms pursue plans to go public

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3362441/unitree-launch-ipo-next-week-us-china-robotics-rivalry-intensifies?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-31 02:24 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Unitree to launch IPO next week as US-China robotics rivalry intensifies

Snippet: The Hangzhou-based firm will launch its listing in Shanghai next week, as a string of Chinese robotics firms pursue plans to go public

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3362441/unitree-launch-ipo-next-week-us-china-robotics-rivalry-intensifies