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Dec. 7, 2025, 6 a.m.
China's local debt crisis deepens: $18.9 trillion burden threatens global economy

China’s local governments relied on land sales (40% of revenue), but revenues plummeted 70% (1.2T?1.2T?350B) since 2021. Major developers (Evergrande, Country Garden, Vanke) collapsed, freezing the market—10% of properties receive zero bids. Local Government …

China's local debt crisis deepens: $18.9 trillion burden threatens global economy

China’s local governments relied on land sales (40% of revenue), but revenues plummeted 70% (1.2T?1.2T?350B) since 2021. Major developers (Evergrande, Country Garden, Vanke) collapsed, freezing the market—10% of properties receive zero bids. Local Government …

Dec. 7, 2025, 5:47 a.m.
Statement by the Spokesperson on Zangnan (Arunachal Pradesh)

On media question seeking Pakistan's response to the statements made by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Zangnan (Arunachal Pradesh) and statements by India as well as media commentary on this matter, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affa…

Statement by the Spokesperson on Zangnan (Arunachal Pradesh)

On media question seeking Pakistan's response to the statements made by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Zangnan (Arunachal Pradesh) and statements by India as well as media commentary on this matter, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affa…

Dec. 7, 2025, 5:04 a.m.
Japan says China directed fire-control radar at its aircraft

Japan reported two incidents of Chinese fighter aircraft locking radar on Japanese jets over international waters. This comes amid friction between China and Japan over Taiwan.

Japan says China directed fire-control radar at its aircraft

Japan reported two incidents of Chinese fighter aircraft locking radar on Japanese jets over international waters. This comes amid friction between China and Japan over Taiwan.

Dec. 7, 2025, 5 a.m.
Is There a 'Sleeping Giant' to Awaken As China Builds for War?

On December 7, 1941, the United States officially entered WWII with the attack on Pearl Harbor. Japan struck Pearl Harbor with six aircraft carriers and an accompanying fleet, which resulted in 3,581 Americans being either killed or wounded, wi...

Is There a 'Sleeping Giant' to Awaken As China Builds for War?

On December 7, 1941, the United States officially entered WWII with the attack on Pearl Harbor.  Japan struck Pearl Harbor with six aircraft carriers and an accompanying fleet, which resulted in 3,581 Americans being either killed or wounded, wi...

Dec. 7, 2025, 4:57 a.m.
Sabah welcomes first direct flight from Shenzhen

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah welcomed its first international airline, which flew directly from Shenzhen, China, to the east coast destination of Tawau on Saturday (Dec 6). Read full story

Sabah welcomes first direct flight from Shenzhen

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah welcomed its first international airline, which flew directly from Shenzhen, China, to the east coast destination of Tawau on Saturday (Dec 6). Read full story

Dec. 7, 2025, 3:35 a.m.
Japan accuses Chinese jets of directing fire-control radar at its aircraft

Japan condemns incidents near Okinawa as 'dangerous' and says it has lodged a 'strong protest' with China.

Japan accuses Chinese jets of directing fire-control radar at its aircraft

Japan condemns incidents near Okinawa as 'dangerous' and says it has lodged a 'strong protest' with China.

Dec. 7, 2025, 2:35 a.m.
Japan protests after Chinese military aircraft locks radar on Japanese jets

The countries’ ties plunged recently over the Japanese leader’s Taiwan remarks.

Japan protests after Chinese military aircraft locks radar on Japanese jets

The countries' ties plunged recently over the Japanese leader’s Taiwan remarks.

Dec. 7, 2025, 1:52 a.m.
Xi and Macron have friendly exchanges in China's Chengdu

Global Times: Xi and Macron meet in Chengdu, strengthening cultural ties, trust, and cooperation between China and France. Global Times: Xi and Macron meet in Chengdu, strengthening cultural ties, trust, and cooperation between China and France.

Xi and Macron have friendly exchanges in China's Chengdu

Global Times: Xi and Macron meet in Chengdu, strengthening cultural ties, trust, and cooperation between China and France. Global Times: Xi and Macron meet in Chengdu, strengthening cultural ties, trust, and cooperation between China and France.

Dec. 7, 2025, 1:33 a.m.
Mainland bank apps beat those in Hong Kong and Singapore, study says

Mainland Chinese customers enjoy the best mobile banking apps in Asia, but banks across the region still lag behind their Western counterparts when it comes to a great mobile experience, according to a global study. Three mainland lenders – Ping An Pocket Ban…

Mainland bank apps beat those in Hong Kong and Singapore, study says

Mainland Chinese customers enjoy the best mobile banking apps in Asia, but banks across the region still lag behind their Western counterparts when it comes to a great mobile experience, according to a global study. Three mainland lenders – Ping An Pocket Ban…

Dec. 7, 2025, 1:24 a.m.
Chinese jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft in rare, highly threatening standoff

Chinese fighter jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft near Okinawa, an act Japan's defense minister called "dangerous." This escalation, involving jets launched from China's Liaoning aircraft carrier, marks a serious military encounter between…

Chinese jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft in rare, highly threatening standoff

Chinese fighter jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft near Okinawa, an act Japan's defense minister called "dangerous." This escalation, involving jets launched from China's Liaoning aircraft carrier, marks a serious military encounter between…

Dec. 7, 2025, 12:40 a.m.
Hong Kong to vote in election as city mourns deadly fire

The Legislative Council election is seen as a test of public sentiment following a deadly fire that angered some.

Hong Kong to vote in election as city mourns deadly fire

The Legislative Council election is seen as a test of public sentiment following a deadly fire that angered some.

Dec. 7, 2025, midnight
Clinical validation of new alzheimer disease diagnosis tools based on plasma p-Tau217

Scientific Reports - Clinical validation of new alzheimer disease diagnosis tools based on plasma p-Tau217

Clinical validation of new alzheimer disease diagnosis tools based on plasma p-Tau217

Scientific Reports - Clinical validation of new alzheimer disease diagnosis tools based on plasma p-Tau217

Dec. 7, 2025, midnight
Research on the influencing factors of consumption behavior of agricultural organic waste derivatives

Scientific Reports - Research on the influencing factors of consumption behavior of agricultural organic waste derivatives

Research on the influencing factors of consumption behavior of agricultural organic waste derivatives

Scientific Reports - Research on the influencing factors of consumption behavior of agricultural organic waste derivatives

Dec. 7, 2025, midnight
Value of red blood cell distribution width in evaluating 2019-nCoV infection in neonates: a retrospective study

Scientific Reports - Value of red blood cell distribution width in evaluating 2019-nCoV infection in neonates: a retrospective study

Value of red blood cell distribution width in evaluating 2019-nCoV infection in neonates: a retrospective study

Scientific Reports - Value of red blood cell distribution width in evaluating 2019-nCoV infection in neonates: a retrospective study

Dec. 6, 2025, 10:02 p.m.
Japan scrambles jets as China aircraft carrier conducts drills in Pacific

China's navy conducted training flights in the Pacific Ocean on Saturday from its aircraft carrier Liaoning after the ship passed through waters off Japan's southernmost prefecture of Okinawa, prompting the Self-Defense Forces to scramble some aircraft, the D…

Japan scrambles jets as China aircraft carrier conducts drills in Pacific

China's navy conducted training flights in the Pacific Ocean on Saturday from its aircraft carrier Liaoning after the ship passed through waters off Japan's southernmost prefecture of Okinawa, prompting the Self-Defense Forces to scramble some aircraft, the D…

Dec. 6, 2025, 9:57 p.m.
Foreign driver's license conversion test passes plummet from over 90% to 33% in Japan

For a long time, Japan had a very convenient system for licensed drivers from other countries to convert their permits to Japanese ones. For some, this involved a very, very, very simplified version of the written and practical tests to get a license on par w…

Foreign driver's license conversion test passes plummet from over 90% to 33% in Japan

For a long time, Japan had a very convenient system for licensed drivers from other countries to convert their permits to Japanese ones. For some, this involved a very, very, very simplified version of the written and practical tests to get a license on par w…

Dec. 6, 2025, 9:49 p.m.
China warns foreign media in Hong Kong over fire coverage

China's national security office in Hong Kong warned foreign media on Saturday not to spread "false information" or "smear" government efforts to deal with the city's worst fire in nearly 80 years. Ahead of a legislative council election o…

China warns foreign media in Hong Kong over fire coverage

China's national security office in Hong Kong warned foreign media on Saturday not to spread "false information" or "smear" government efforts to deal with the city's worst fire in nearly 80 years. Ahead of a legislative council election o…

Dec. 6, 2025, 9:36 p.m.
Interview: Innovation-driven cooperation with China essential for European businesses, says expert

By Xinhua writer Shao Haijun Read full story

Interview: Innovation-driven cooperation with China essential for European businesses, says expert

By Xinhua writer Shao Haijun Read full story

Dec. 6, 2025, 9:12 p.m.
Richard Gere speaks out on nearly 20-year Oscar's absence for controversial Tibet comments

Actor Richard Gere told Variety on Wednesday that he “didn’t take it particularly personally” after he disappeared from the Oscars after controversial comments about Tibet.

Richard Gere speaks out on nearly 20-year Oscar's absence for controversial Tibet comments

Actor Richard Gere told Variety on Wednesday that he "didn’t take it particularly personally" after he disappeared from the Oscars after controversial comments about Tibet.

Dec. 6, 2025, 8:52 p.m.
News of the World: What you missed this week internationally

An Italian mayor's Facebook post about a Luciano Pavarotti statue strikes the wrong chord, 16-year-old twins from Ecuador get recruited by Arsenal F.C., and more news from around the world.

News of the World: What you missed this week internationally

An Italian mayor's Facebook post about a Luciano Pavarotti statue strikes the wrong chord, 16-year-old twins from Ecuador get recruited by Arsenal F.C., and more news from around the world.

Dec. 6, 2025, 7:53 p.m.
Former National Security Analyst Warns in Recent Presentation: "America Can't Sit Around Twiddling Their Thumbs"

White House Insider Describes Rapid Chinese AI Militarization — and an Urgent U.S. Response Could Be Already Underway White House Insider Describes Rapid Chinese AI Militarization — and an Urgent U.S. Response Could Be Already Underway

Former National Security Analyst Warns in Recent Presentation: "America Can't Sit Around Twiddling Their Thumbs"

White House Insider Describes Rapid Chinese AI Militarization — and an Urgent U.S. Response Could Be Already Underway White House Insider Describes Rapid Chinese AI Militarization — and an Urgent U.S. Response Could Be Already Underway

Dec. 6, 2025, 7:07 p.m.
React2Shell flaw exploited to breach 30 orgs, 77k IP addresses vulnerable

Over 77,000 Internet-exposed IP addresses are vulnerable to the critical React2Shell remote code execution flaw (CVE-2025-55182), with researchers now confirming that attackers have already compromised over 30 organizations across multiple sectors. [...]

React2Shell flaw exploited to breach 30 orgs, 77k IP addresses vulnerable

Over 77,000 Internet-exposed IP addresses are vulnerable to the critical React2Shell remote code execution flaw (CVE-2025-55182), with researchers now confirming that attackers have already compromised over 30 organizations across multiple sectors. [...]

Dec. 6, 2025, 6 p.m.
China Deepens Its Economic Grip on Central Asia

China’s trade with Central Asian states grew significantly during the first 10 months of 2025, compared with the same period in 2024, according to Chinese government statistics. Trade turnover with Kyrgyzstan saw the largest spike, rising from $17.4 billion …

China Deepens Its Economic Grip on Central Asia

China’s trade with Central Asian states grew significantly during the first 10 months of 2025, compared with the same period in 2024, according to Chinese government statistics.  Trade turnover with Kyrgyzstan saw the largest spike, rising from $17.4 billion …

Dec. 6, 2025, 5:46 p.m.
China Warns Journalists, Threatens Consequences For Reporting 'Distorted Facts' Of Deadly Disaster

An arm of the Chinese government warned media outlets Saturday against covering a Nov. 26 Hong Kong high-rise fire in a way showing Beijing in a negative light.

China Warns Journalists, Threatens Consequences For Reporting 'Distorted Facts' Of Deadly Disaster

An arm of the Chinese government warned media outlets Saturday against covering a Nov. 26 Hong Kong high-rise fire in a way showing Beijing in a negative light.

Dec. 6, 2025, 5:39 p.m.
Former Sony exec Shuhei Yoshida admits "it would be difficult for Japanese developers to make games in the same way miHoYo does"

Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has suggested that Japanese studios "can't replicate" the speed at which games are produced in China, suggesting Chinese studios can hire more people "who can work long hours". Read more

Former Sony exec Shuhei Yoshida admits "it would be difficult for Japanese developers to make games in the same way miHoYo does"

Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has suggested that Japanese studios "can't replicate" the speed at which games are produced in China, suggesting Chinese studios can hire more people "who can work long hours". Read more

Dec. 6, 2025, 4:33 p.m.
Mamdani's DSA Party pushing China propaganda in new monthly 'political education' seminars

To meet a rising interest in the Chinese Communist Party, a new DSA monthly seminar about "modern China and lessons for US socialists" was held Thursday evening.

Mamdani's DSA Party pushing China propaganda in new monthly 'political education' seminars

To meet a rising interest in the Chinese Communist Party, a new DSA monthly seminar about "modern China and lessons for US socialists" was held Thursday evening.

Dec. 6, 2025, 4 p.m.
Tesla Battery Reliability Questioned After New Tests

Concerns have grown regarding the reliability of Chinese-made batteries used in certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, following new technical assessments questioning their longevity and repairability. The issue centers on NCM811 lithium-ion battery pack…

Tesla Battery Reliability Questioned After New Tests

Concerns have grown regarding the reliability of Chinese-made batteries used in certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, following new technical assessments questioning their longevity and repairability. The issue centers on NCM811 lithium-ion battery pack…

Dec. 6, 2025, 3:48 p.m.
Philippines says China fired flares toward its patrol plane in disputed South China Sea

Chinese forces fired three flares from Subi Reef towards a Philippine patrol plane during a routine surveillance mission in the South China Sea. The aircraft, belonging to the Philippine fisheries bureau, recorded the incident. Despite the warning, the plane …

Philippines says China fired flares toward its patrol plane in disputed South China Sea

Chinese forces fired three flares from Subi Reef towards a Philippine patrol plane during a routine surveillance mission in the South China Sea. The aircraft, belonging to the Philippine fisheries bureau, recorded the incident. Despite the warning, the plane …

Dec. 6, 2025, 3:42 p.m.
'Terrifying': Why U.S. senator in top intel post wants more spying on Chinese companies

Go back a decade and most Americans had never heard of Huawei. Today, the Chinese telecom giant is a symbol of how quickly China can dominate a strategic technology sector and in the process create new national security and market threats for U.S. government …

'Terrifying': Why U.S. senator in top intel post wants more spying on Chinese companies

Go back a decade and most Americans had never heard of Huawei. Today, the Chinese telecom giant is a symbol of how quickly China can dominate a strategic technology sector and in the process create new national security and market threats for U.S. government …

Dec. 6, 2025, 2:45 p.m.
Philippines says China fired flares toward its patrol plane in the disputed South China Sea

Philippine officials say Chinese forces have fired three flares from an artificial island toward a Philippine plane undertaking a routine patrol in the disputed South China Sea

Philippines says China fired flares toward its patrol plane in the disputed South China Sea

Philippine officials say Chinese forces have fired three flares from an artificial island toward a Philippine plane undertaking a routine patrol in the disputed South China Sea

Dec. 6, 2025, 2 p.m.
Claim: The USA Securing Critical Mineral Supply Chains Threatens the Global Climate

Apparently the USA has to stay dependent on China for Rare Earths, otherwise the planet will suffer a climate catastrophe.

Claim: The USA Securing Critical Mineral Supply Chains Threatens the Global Climate

Apparently the USA has to stay dependent on China for Rare Earths, otherwise the planet will suffer a climate catastrophe.

Dec. 6, 2025, 1:02 p.m.
Chinese State Hackers Use New BRICKSTORM Malware Against VMware Systems

CISA, NSA, and Canadian Cyber ​​Center warn that PRC state-sponsored hackers are using BRICKSTORM, a stealthy Go-based backdoor, for long-term espionage in Government and IT networks.

Chinese State Hackers Use New BRICKSTORM Malware Against VMware Systems

CISA, NSA, and Canadian Cyber Centre warn that PRC state-sponsored hackers are using BRICKSTORM, a stealthy Go-based backdoor, for long-term espionage in Government and IT networks.

Dec. 6, 2025, 1 p.m.
China's don't-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka's Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods

We head to Osaka’s world-famous canal district and see who’s thriving and who’s struggling with the drop in travelers from China. In November, both the Chinese central government and the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo issued statements telling Chinese citizens to r…

China's don't-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka's Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods

We head to Osaka’s world-famous canal district and see who’s thriving and who’s struggling with the drop in travelers from China. In November, both the Chinese central government and the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo issued statements telling Chinese citizens to r…

Dec. 6, 2025, 12:46 p.m.
Leak claims Honor's next mid-range could have a mammoth-sized battery

A report highlighted an upcoming Honor mid-range that could rock an incredible upgrade for its battery capacity.

Leak claims Honor's next mid-range could have a mammoth-sized battery

A report highlighted an upcoming Honor mid-range that could rock an incredible upgrade for its battery capacity.

Dec. 6, 2025, 12:21 p.m.
Germany's foreign minister travels to China to mend fences

Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul had to cancel an October trip to China after making a series of critical comments about the country. Now he's trying again, with rare earths on the agenda.

Germany's foreign minister travels to China to mend fences

Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul had to cancel an October trip to China after making a series of critical comments about the country. Now he's trying again, with rare earths on the agenda.

Dec. 6, 2025, 11:55 a.m.
Links 12/6/2025

Our rolling daily links: Lancet v. ultraprocessed foods, geoengineering necessity? China house price fall, Putin in India, Eurovision row, German auto distress, UK construction drop, US strategic plan freakout, Hegseth bloodied? affordability crisis, OpenA…

Links 12/6/2025

Our rollicking daily links: Lancet v. ultraprocessed foods, geoengineering necessity? China house price fall, Putin in India, Eurovision row, German auto distress, UK construction drop, US strategic plan freakout, Hegseth bloodied? affordability crisis, OpenA…

Dec. 6, 2025, 11:30 a.m.
Security News This Week: Oh Crap, Kohler's Toilet Cameras Aren't Really End-to-End Encrypted

Plus: The Trump administration declines to issue sanctions over Salt Typhoon’s hacking spree, officials warn of a disturbingly stealthy Chinese malware specimen, and more.

Security News This Week: Oh Crap, Kohler's Toilet Cameras Aren't Really End-to-End Encrypted

Plus: The Trump administration declines to issue sanctions over Salt Typhoon’s hacking spree, officials warn of a disturbingly stealthy Chinese malware specimen, and more.

Dec. 6, 2025, 11:03 a.m.
Dragon vs Eagle: Can US survive 'China Shock 2.0'? India could soften blow

China's economic rise, dubbed the "China Shock," is entering a new phase with advanced technologies like EVs and semiconductors. This "China Shock 2.0" threatens global manufacturing jobs and economic leadership, driven by China's industrial policy and domina…

Dragon vs Eagle: Can US survive 'China Shock 2.0'? India could soften blow

China's economic rise, dubbed the "China Shock," is entering a new phase with advanced technologies like EVs and semiconductors. This "China Shock 2.0" threatens global manufacturing jobs and economic leadership, driven by China's industrial policy and domina…

Dec. 6, 2025, 10 a.m.
People's Liberation Army Integrated Soldier System

At Milipol we got a glimpse of the QDS204E Integrated Soldier System. Interestingly, it’s shown here in MultiCam, likely to draw international clients. Nothing seen here is groundbraking but it’s nice to get a look. Here is an article from 2022 regarding impr…

People's Liberation Army Integrated Soldier System

At Milipol we got a glimpse of the QDS204E Integrated Soldier System. Interestingly, it’s shown here in MultiCam, likely to draw international clients. Nothing seen here is groundbraking but it’s nice to get a look. Here is an article from 2022 regarding impr…

Dec. 6, 2025, 9 a.m.
Listen to our shadowy Dazed Winter 2025 playlist

For our Winter 2025 issue, we ventured into the shadows, digging through music’s underground to find the artists daring to represent our rawest, realest selves

Listen to our shadowy Dazed Winter 2025 playlist

For our Winter 2025 issue, we ventured into the shadows, digging through music’s underground to find the artists daring to represent our rawest, realest selves

Dec. 6, 2025, 8:57 a.m.
A doorstep hiding a dinosaur-era secret? Chinese brothers discover the stepping stones outside their home are 190-million-year-old dinosaur fossils

Two brothers in southwestern China discovered that ordinary stepping stones outside their home were actually fossilized dinosaur footprints, nearly 190 million years old. Initially dismissed as chicken claw marks, these ancient traces were confirmed by scient…

A doorstep hiding a dinosaur-era secret? Chinese brothers discover the stepping stones outside their home are 190-million-year-old dinosaur fossils

Two brothers in southwestern China discovered that ordinary stepping stones outside their home were actually fossilized dinosaur footprints, nearly 190 million years old. Initially dismissed as chicken claw marks, these ancient traces were confirmed by scient…