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Trump Expected To Accuse China Of Helping Joe Biden Win 2020 Election
President Donald Trump is expected to use a prime-time address Thursday night to discuss election integrity and potentially unveil 'four sets' of newly declassified intelligence concerning alleged foreign interference in recent U.S. elections, according to reports.
· Tyler Durden
Trump administration races the clock to rebuild US tariff wall knocked down by Supreme Court
Shipping containers are seen ready for transport at the Guangzhou Port in the Nansha district in southern China’s Guangdong province, April 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File)
· Paul Wiseman
Why benevolence matters in Philippines-China relations
A DECADE after the arbitral award, territorial disputes in the South China Sea remain the most visible fault line in Philippines-China relations. They stir emotions even leading to the use of foul language that fuel nationalist rhetoric and invite legal arguments that often harden positions.
· Rommel C Banlaoi
China beats Musk’s Neuralink to commercial brain-chip implant
Chinese surgeons have implanted a brain-computer interface in a patient with limited hand mobility, in what is described as the world’s first commercial procedure using an approved non-invasive device of its kind.
· RT
China beats Musk’s Neuralink to commercial brain-chip implant
Chinese surgeons have implanted a brain-computer interface in a patient with limited hand mobility, in what is described as the world’s first commercial procedure using an approved non-invasive device of its kind.
· RT
菲律賓海警譴責中國官媒影片「種族主義」
（德國之聲中文網）這則一分鐘的影片發布在《中國日報》（China Daily）的臉書頁面上。影片中，一隻面色害怕的猴子身著菲律賓傳統服飾「巴隆」，在一艘船上被強迫登上卡拉OK舞台。
· 德正
Lab monkey prices at record highs as China’s biotech boom fuels windfall for breeders
In the first six months to June 30, there were 81 cross-border deals for innovative drugs worth a combined record of US$110 billion
· Emma Ma
Lab monkey prices at record highs as China’s biotech boom fuels windfall for breeders
In the first six months to June 30, there were 81 cross-border deals for innovative drugs worth a combined record of US$110 billion
· Emma Ma
Philippine military assures ‘no vacuum’ over top officer’s retirement
The transition comes at a sensitive time due to ongoing tensions in the South China Sea and Manila’s row with some retired officers over Marcos
· Raissa Robles
Philippine military assures ‘no vacuum’ over top officer’s retirement
The transition comes at a sensitive time due to ongoing tensions in the South China Sea and Manila’s row with some retired officers over Marcos
· Raissa Robles
Giant models grab headlines, but some Chinese start-ups bet on smaller phone-ready AI
A growing number of tech firms are pivoting to lightweight models designed to run entirely on smartphones and laptops
· Xinmei Shen
Giant models grab headlines, but some Chinese start-ups bet on smaller phone-ready AI
A growing number of tech firms are pivoting to lightweight models designed to run entirely on smartphones and laptops
· Xinmei Shen
China tops US in global favorability – survey
China and President Xi Jinping are now viewed more favorably than the US and Donald Trump across most of the world, a new Pew Research Center survey spanning six continents has found.
· RT
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China and President Xi Jinping are now viewed more favorably than the US and Donald Trump across most of the world, a new Pew Research Center survey spanning six continents has found.
· RT
Chinese star Zheng Qinwen claims first WTA Tour quarter-final spot in a year at Athens Open
Hubei native, who says she is happy with her improved form, needs to win tournament for chance of entry into main draw of US Open next month
· Stephy Zhang
Chinese star Zheng Qinwen claims first WTA Tour quarter-final spot in a year at Athens Open
Hubei native, who says she is happy with her improved form, needs to win tournament for chance of entry into main draw of US Open next month
· Stephy Zhang
Hong Kong builders issue smoking ban blueprint ahead of Friday adoption
Guidelines call for companies to clearly state prohibited items, construction area covered by ban and any additional penalties for violations
· Fiona Sun
Hong Kong builders issue smoking ban blueprint ahead of Friday adoption
Guidelines call for companies to clearly state prohibited items, construction area covered by ban and any additional penalties for violations
· Fiona Sun
China’s OnePlus bows out of Western markets as memory crisis hammers smartphone industry
The industry is staggering under a chip shortage that has dragged down shipments, forcing handset makers to recalibrate strategies
· Iris Deng
China’s OnePlus bows out of Western markets as memory crisis hammers smartphone industry
The industry is staggering under a chip shortage that has dragged down shipments, forcing handset makers to recalibrate strategies
· Iris Deng
US coastguard cutters have a South China Sea mission. Will it make a difference?
The vessels will take part in maritime security operations with regional partners in the western Pacific
· Orange Wang
US coastguard cutters have a South China Sea mission. Will it make a difference?
The vessels will take part in maritime security operations with regional partners in the western Pacific
· Orange Wang
How one Japanese company is attracting unmotivated Gen Z workers | South China Morning Post
Business development firm Global Partners starts each workday with shouted mantras and motivational pep talks.
Does Beijing own Batanes? Why Chinese scholars’ claim is a warning shot to Manila
Analysts say the controversial assertions may be a way for Beijing to signal dissatisfaction with Japan-Philippines maritime border talks
· Fan Chen
Does Beijing own Batanes? Why Chinese scholars’ claim is a warning shot to Manila
Analysts say the controversial assertions may be a way for Beijing to signal dissatisfaction with Japan-Philippines maritime border talks
· Fan Chen
SPCA hit with backlash after wading into mainland Chinese dog-killing case
Charity accused of undermining public awareness efforts after asking Hong Kong police to help remove videos of dog and pups set alight
· Wynna Wong
SPCA hit with backlash after wading into mainland Chinese dog-killing case
Charity accused of undermining public awareness efforts after asking Hong Kong police to help remove videos of dog and pups set alight
· Wynna Wong
Hong Kong urged to position Greater Bay Area as equine hub, grow racing tourism
Hong Kong Jockey Club proposes leveraging its Guangzhou racecourse as strategic platform for deeper cooperation with mainland
· Cannix Yau
Hong Kong urged to position Greater Bay Area as equine hub, grow racing tourism
Hong Kong Jockey Club proposes leveraging its Guangzhou racecourse as strategic platform for deeper cooperation with mainland
· Cannix Yau
Man arrested for impersonating an official at the scene of deadly blaze in Bangkok | South China Morning Post
The impostor known as ‘Lieutenant Nat’ dressed in military uniform, spoke to the press and even walked alongside the prime minister at the fire scene.
Zou Shiming’s Olympic boxing legacy overshadowed by shocking 200 million yuan debt
The 45-year-old and his wife shared how they invested heavily in high-end gyms, including an 18,000 sq m venue, on a reality television show
· Stephy Zhang
Zou Shiming’s Olympic boxing legacy overshadowed by shocking 200 million yuan debt
The 45-year-old and his wife shared how they invested heavily in high-end gyms, including an 18,000 sq m venue, on a reality television show
· Stephy Zhang
Shanghai synergises computing centres with grid in power infrastructure upgrade
Led by State Grid’s local subsidiary, trial marks the largest single city-level adjustment of computing power load, says official newspaper
· Alice Li
Shanghai synergises computing centres with grid in power infrastructure upgrade
Led by State Grid’s local subsidiary, trial marks the largest single city-level adjustment of computing power load, says official newspaper
· Alice Li
UBS: TSMC's 'Surprise CapEx Hike' Reinforces Confidence In AI Supply Chain
TSMC, or Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the world's largest contract chipmaker, raised its 2026 spending and revenue outlook on Thursday morning, a move UBS analysts said "boosts confidence in the AI supply chain."
· Tyler Durden
Bar security footage helps clear Hong Kong rugby player of molestation charge
But Faizal Solomona Penesa admits lesser offence of common assault over encounter with woman at Bobby’s Rabble on Wyndham Street last September
· Fiona Chow
Bar security footage helps clear Hong Kong rugby player of molestation charge
But Faizal Solomona Penesa admits lesser offence of common assault over encounter with woman at Bobby’s Rabble on Wyndham Street last September
· Fiona Chow
Short-haul tourist arrivals fall 15% amid strong Hong Kong dollar, fewer flights
City receives 3.72 million visitors last month, driven largely by 10 per cent rise in mainland Chinese arrivals to 2.88 million
· Wynna Wong
Short-haul tourist arrivals fall 15% amid strong Hong Kong dollar, fewer flights
City receives 3.72 million visitors last month, driven largely by 10 per cent rise in mainland Chinese arrivals to 2.88 million
· Wynna Wong
Chinese policewoman supports parents of colleague who died in line of duty for 20 years
Zhu Shuo has been fulfilling filial piety duty of her colleague Deng Wenguo ever since he died while saving people from drowning in 2006
· Alice Yan
Chinese policewoman sets example by helping parents of colleague who died a martyr
Zhu Shuo has been fulfilling filial piety duty of her colleague Deng Wenguo ever since he died while saving people from drowning in 2006
· Alice Yan
Hong Kong official urges booksellers to avoid titles harming national security
The exteriors of the bookstore ‘Have A Nice Stay’ is seen in Prince Edward district, Hong Kong, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Kanis Leung)
· Kanis Leung
Has China got its hands on the world’s most important machine?
The Dutch punch above their weight in technology transfers that shaped the modern world. In the 17th century their financial and farming innovations spread to Britain, spurring the Industrial Revolution and the British Empire’s expansion. Peter the Great, a Russian tsar, studied Dutch shipbuilding techniques to buil…
· The Economist
China vows helium-trade policy changes as global tightening squeezes gas supplies
A by-product of LNG production, helium is critical for hi-tech industries including semiconductors, medical equipment and aerospace
· Mia Nurmamat
China vows helium-trade policy changes as global tightening squeezes gas supplies
A by-product of LNG production, helium is critical for hi-tech industries including semiconductors, medical equipment and aerospace
· Mia Nurmamat
Turnover, visitor numbers up in bumper racing season, Jockey Club sets Conghua debut date
Total wagering hits HK$143 billion, tourist numbers reach 401,259 and officials outline plan for sport’s opening at mainland China venue
· Jay Rooney
Turnover, visitor numbers up in bumper racing season, Jockey Club sets Conghua debut date
Total wagering hits HK$143 billion, tourist numbers reach 401,259 and officials outline plan for sport’s opening at mainland China venue
· Jay Rooney