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Nov. 25, 2025, 9:55 p.m.
Decoding the Trump-Xi Phone Call

The leaders talked trade, Taiwan, and—likely—Japan.

Decoding the Trump-Xi Phone Call

The leaders talked trade, Taiwan, and—likely—Japan.

Nov. 25, 2025, 9:29 p.m.
Japan fires back at 'unsubstantiated' Chinese letter to U.N.

Japan has dismissed a Chinese letter to the United Nations accusing Tokyo of threatening armed intervention over Taiwan as "inconsistent with the facts and unsubstantiated". Japan's U.N. ambassador, Kazuyuki Yamazaki, was responding to a letter Chin…

Japan fires back at 'unsubstantiated' Chinese letter to U.N.

Japan has dismissed a Chinese letter to the United Nations accusing Tokyo of threatening armed intervention over Taiwan as "inconsistent with the facts and unsubstantiated". Japan's U.N. ambassador, Kazuyuki Yamazaki, was responding to a letter Chin…

Nov. 25, 2025, 9:09 p.m.
Japan's New Prime Minister Is Already Facing Her First Crisis

Sanae Takaichi may be relishing confrontation with China.

Japan's New Prime Minister Is Already Facing Her First Crisis

Sanae Takaichi may be relishing confrontation with China.

Nov. 25, 2025, 8:22 p.m.
China sends replacement transport to Tiangong space station

Authorities say China's first emergency space launch, sending a replacement crew transport vessel to its Tiangong space station, went off without a hitch. The crew had spent a few days on board with no means of return.

China sends replacement transport to Tiangong space station

Authorities say China's first emergency space launch, sending a replacement crew transport vessel to its Tiangong space station, went off without a hitch. The crew had spent a few days on board with no means of return.

Nov. 25, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Honor just made an iPhone Air in the 500 series to 'redefine' the standard phone

Honor's 500 series launches with an Apple-inspired design and flagship strength for the mid-range.

Honor just made an iPhone Air in the 500 series to 'redefine' the standard phone

Honor's 500 series launches with an Apple-inspired design and flagship strength for the mid-range.

Nov. 25, 2025, 7:56 p.m.
From THN's Archive: China Sharks

Ten years ago, the San Jose Sharks sent an envoy of players, coaches and executives to run the China Sharks and raise hockey’s profile. It was a largely frustrating experience, full of culture shock and meddling officials. But it had its moments

From THN's Archive: China Sharks

Ten years ago, the San Jose Sharks sent an envoy of players, coaches and executives to run the China Sharks and raise hockey’s profile. It was a largely frustrating experience, full of culture shock and meddling officials. But it had its moments

Nov. 25, 2025, 7 p.m.
Coffee Break: Armed Madhouse – RAND Alarms the China Hawks

In late 2025, a major RAND Corporation study on U.S.–China strategy was quietly withdrawn from public view less than two weeks after publication. The unusual disappearance suggests an internal struggle over whether the United States should escalate rivalry wi…

Coffee Break: Armed Madhouse – RAND Alarms the China Hawks

In late 2025, a major RAND Corporation study on U.S.–China strategy was quietly withdrawn from public view less than two weeks after publication. The unusual disappearance suggests an internal struggle over whether the United States should escalate rivalry wi…

Nov. 25, 2025, 6:18 p.m.
Europe's Achilles' heel: how rare earths leave the EU wide open to economic blackmail from China

Europe needs these minerals for manufacturing, and China controls the vast majority of supply.

Europe's Achilles' heel: how rare earths leave the EU wide open to economic blackmail from China

Europe needs these minerals for manufacturing, and China controls the vast majority of supply.

Nov. 25, 2025, 5:17 p.m.
How China Achieved Innovation Without Freedom

Though China remains a one-party state that disappears dissidents and censors ideas, it has vaulted past Japan, Germany, and France to become the world’s tenth most-innovative economy. It owes this achievement – ​​which was long considered impossible – to a pio…

How China Achieved Innovation Without Freedom

Though China remains a one-party state that disappears dissidents and censors ideas, it has vaulted past Japan, Germany, and France to become the world’s tenth most-innovative economy. It owes this achievement – which was long considered impossible – to a pio…

Nov. 25, 2025, 4:43 p.m.
Marooned no more! Stranded Chinese astronauts finally have a way home following launch of unmanned 'lifeboat'

China has launched an unmanned "lifeboat" to the Tiangong space station, ending a month-long fiasco. The spacecraft will eventually ferry home the marooned Shenzhou-21 crew, who have been stuck without a return capsule for over a week.

Marooned no more! Stranded Chinese astronauts finally have a way home following launch of unmanned 'lifeboat'

China has launched an unmanned "lifeboat" to the Tiangong space station, ending a month-long fiasco. The spacecraft will eventually ferry home the marooned Shenzhou-21 crew, who have been stuck without a return capsule for over a week.

Nov. 25, 2025, 4:23 p.m.
Tesla celebrated a coming FSD win in Europe — then a regulator said not so fast

Tesla said that the Dutch regulator RDW had "committed to granting approval" in February 2026. The Dutch regulator said a decision hasn't been made.

Tesla celebrated a coming FSD win in Europe — then a regulator said not so fast

Tesla said that the Dutch regulator RDW had "committed to granting approval" in February 2026. The Dutch regulator said a decision hasn't been made.

Nov. 25, 2025, 4:20 p.m.
Realme GT8 Pro Review: A Flagship You Choose With Your Heart

Realme GT8 Pro Review: A Flagship You Choose With Your HeartThe announcement of Realme’s partnership with Ricoh was a surprise, and now the highly anticipated Realme GT8 Pro is here with another twist in the...

Realme GT8 Pro Review: A Flagship You Choose With Your Heart

Realme GT8 Pro Review: A Flagship You Choose With Your HeartThe announcement of Realme’s partnership with Ricoh was a surprise, and now the highly anticipated Realme GT8 Pro is here with another twist in the...

Nov. 25, 2025, 4:17 p.m.
Watch China's Shenzhou 22 rescue ship arrive at Tiangong space station (video)

China's uncrewed Shenzhou 22 spacecraft arrived at the Tiangong space station early Tuesday morning (Nov. 25), giving the three astronauts living there a safe way to get home.

Watch China's Shenzhou 22 rescue ship arrive at Tiangong space station (video)

China's uncrewed Shenzhou 22 spacecraft arrived at the Tiangong space station early Tuesday morning (Nov. 25), giving the three astronauts living there a safe way to get home.

Nov. 25, 2025, 4:16 p.m.
The U.S. and China Agree on One Thing: Trump Called Xi

Read the latest news and analysis from Washington.

The U.S. and China Agree on One Thing: Trump Called Xi

Read the latest news and analysis from Washington.

Nov. 25, 2025, 4 p.m.
Can Modi Turn India into a Developed Economy by 2047?

Achieving Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious goal will require far more than accelerating economic growth. Without stronger institutions, improved education, and updated infrastructure, India’s current momentum will not be enough to sustain long-…

Can Modi Turn India into a Developed Economy by 2047?

Achieving Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious goal will require far more than accelerating economic growth. Without stronger institutions, improved education, and updated infrastructure, India’s current momentum will not be enough to sustain long-…

Nov. 25, 2025, 2:50 p.m.
Is Africa's solar power revolution finally happening?

Chinese solar equipment has been flooding African markets, partly as a ripple effect of the US-China trade war. It's one of several factors helping the continent gain traction with electrification.

Is Africa's solar power revolution finally happening?

Chinese solar equipment has been flooding African markets, partly as a ripple effect of the US-China trade war. It's one of several factors helping the continent gain traction with electrification.

Nov. 25, 2025, 2:50 p.m.
Africa's solar power revolution is finally happening

Chinese solar equipment has been flooding African markets, partly as a ripple effect of the US-China trade war. It's one of several factors helping the continent gain traction with electrification.

Africa's solar power revolution is finally happening

Chinese solar equipment has been flooding African markets, partly as a ripple effect of the US-China trade war. It's one of several factors helping the continent gain traction with electrification.

Nov. 25, 2025, 2:25 p.m.
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Has World's Brightest Screen and Two Periscope Cameras

Chinese smartphone maker Huawei has unveiled its latest flagship, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max. The new handheld sets its sights on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and promises some groundbreaking new features. [Read More]

Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Has World's Brightest Screen and Two Periscope Cameras

Chinese smartphone maker Huawei has unveiled its latest flagship, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max. The new handheld sets its sights on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and promises some groundbreaking new features. [Read More]

Nov. 25, 2025, 12:33 p.m.
Trump wades into China and Japan's escalating dispute over Taiwan

President Donald Trump has spoken with the leaders of U.S. ally Japan and rival superpower China amid the two Asian countries’ escalating dispute over Taiwan.

Trump wades into China and Japan's escalating dispute over Taiwan

President Donald Trump has spoken with the leaders of U.S. ally Japan and rival superpower China amid the two Asian countries’ escalating dispute over Taiwan.

Nov. 25, 2025, 11:47 a.m.
How China played Trump in a game of 'whack a mole': analysis

Foreign Affairs writer Jonathan A. Czin writes that Chinese leader Xi Jinping has played President Donald Trump and is now reaping the rewards. Although "Trump promised to unleash an economic fusillade on China after his return to the presidency, Beijing has e…

How China played Trump in a game of 'whack a mole': analysis

Foreign Affairs writer Jonathan A. Czin writes that Chinese leader Xi Jinping has played President Donald Trump and is now reaping the rewards.Although "Trump promised to unleash an economic fusillade on China after his return to the presidency, Beijing has e…

Nov. 25, 2025, 11:43 a.m.
Japan scrambles jets after suspected Chinese drone spotted near Taiwan

The incident comes amid an ongoing diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing.

Japan scrambles jets after suspected Chinese drone spotted near Taiwan

The incident comes amid an ongoing diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing.

Nov. 25, 2025, 9:59 a.m.
Russia Trusts Digital Yuan, Chinese Cross-Border Payment System - Envoy

XI'AN, China (Sputnik) - Russia has confidence in the Chinese cross-border payment system and the digital yuan, which is becoming the most competitive, fast, and cheapest means of payment, Boris Titov, the Russian presidential envoy for relations with interna…

Russia Trusts Digital Yuan, Chinese Cross-Border Payment System - Envoy

XI'AN, China (Sputnik) - Russia has confidence in the Chinese cross-border payment system and the digital yuan, which is becoming the most competitive, fast, and cheapest means of payment, Boris Titov, the Russian presidential envoy for relations with interna…

Nov. 25, 2025, 9:02 a.m.
Russian Energy Now Critical to China's Strategic Ambitions - Rosneft CEO

Russian energy supplies are now a crucial factor helping China achieve its strategic goals. Since 2022, the economic benefit of Russian oil for China has reached about $20 billion, Igor Sechin, Executive Secretary of the Presidential Commission on Energy Stra…

Russian Energy Now Critical to China's Strategic Ambitions - Rosneft CEO

Russian energy supplies are now a crucial factor helping China achieve its strategic goals. Since 2022, the economic benefit of Russian oil for China has reached about $20 billion, Igor Sechin, Executive Secretary of the Presidential Commission on Energy Stra…

Nov. 25, 2025, 8:49 a.m.
China Overtakes World in Energy While Building New Hybrid Power System - Rosneft CEO

China is moving toward building a new type of energy system that combines traditional and alternative sources, said Igor Sechin, executive secretary of the Presidential Commission on Energy Strategy and CEO of Rosneft, at the Russia-China Energy Business Foru…

China Overtakes World in Energy While Building New Hybrid Power System - Rosneft CEO

China is moving toward building a new type of energy system that combines traditional and alternative sources, said Igor Sechin, executive secretary of the Presidential Commission on Energy Strategy and CEO of Rosneft, at the Russia-China Energy Business Foru…

Nov. 25, 2025, 8:31 a.m.
Russia–China Trade Now Almost Fully in National Currencies - Rosneft CEO

Payments in Russia–China trade have been almost completely switched to national currencies in recent years, Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said at the opening of the VII Russian-Chinese Energy Business Forum in Beijing.

Russia–China Trade Now Almost Fully in National Currencies - Rosneft CEO

Payments in Russia–China trade have been almost completely switched to national currencies in recent years, Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said at the opening of the VII Russian-Chinese Energy Business Forum in Beijing.

Nov. 25, 2025, 8:10 a.m.
Leapmotor Lafa 5 Ultra to launch in China in Q2 2026 – sporty exterior upgrades; dual-motor powertrain?

Leapmotor will launch an Ultra variant of the new B05/Lafa 5 in China in the second quarter of 2026, with company executive director and senior vice president Li Cao recently sharing photos of the electric […] The post Leapmotor Lafa 5 Ultra to launch in Chin…

Leapmotor Lafa 5 Ultra to launch in China in Q2 2026 – sporty exterior upgrades; dual-motor powertrain?

Leapmotor will launch an Ultra variant of the new B05/Lafa 5 in China in the second quarter of 2026, with company executive director and senior vice president Li Cao recently sharing photos of the electric […] The post Leapmotor Lafa 5 Ultra to launch in Chin…

Nov. 25, 2025, 8:01 a.m.
China sends spacecraft to pick up stranded astronauts

Beijing carries out emergency launch to relieve space station crew left without working return capsule.

China sends spacecraft to pick up stranded astronauts

Beijing carries out emergency launch to relieve space station crew left without working return capsule.

Nov. 25, 2025, 7:22 a.m.
Beijing Hosts 7th Russian–Chinese Energy Forum

The VII Russian-Chinese Energy Business Forum (RCEBF) opened in Beijing on Tuesday. Around 450 participants are attending its events, including political figures, representatives of more than 100 major Russian and Chinese companies across various sectors, as …

Beijing Hosts 7th Russian–Chinese Energy Forum

The VII Russian-Chinese Energy Business Forum (RCEBF) opened in Beijing on Tuesday. Around 450 participants are attending its events, including political figures, representatives of more than 100 major Russian and Chinese companies across various sectors, as …

Nov. 25, 2025, 6:53 a.m.
China's Xi pushes Taiwan issue in call with Trump

Beijing (AFP) Nov 25, 2025 Chinese leader Xi Jinping pressed the ever-sensitive issue of Taiwan in a phone call Monday with US President Donald Trump, as he stressed the need to build on a fragile trade truce between the two superpowers. China’s foreign…

China's Xi pushes Taiwan issue in call with Trump

Beijing (AFP) Nov 25, 2025 Chinese leader Xi Jinping pressed the ever-sensitive issue of Taiwan in a phone call Monday with US President Donald Trump, as he stressed the need to build on a fragile trade truce between the two superpowers. China's foreign …

Nov. 25, 2025, 6:51 a.m.
Successful launch preparations underway for Shenzhou XXII resupply mission

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Nov 25, 2025 China is preparing to launch the unmanned Shenzhou XXII spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Inner Mongolia, the China Manned Space Agency has announced. The agency confirmed on Monday that the Long March…

Successful launch preparations underway for Shenzhou XXII resupply mission

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Nov 25, 2025 China is preparing to launch the unmanned Shenzhou XXII spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Inner Mongolia, the China Manned Space Agency has announced. The agency confirmed on Monday that the Long March …

Nov. 25, 2025, 6:21 a.m.
China launches craft to bring 3 stranded astronauts back from space station

China launched the Shenzhou spacecraft Tuesday 22 to bring three stranded astronauts back from China's space station sometime next year.

China launches craft to bring 3 stranded astronauts back from space station

China launched the Shenzhou 22 spacecraft Tuesday to bring three stranded astronauts back from China's space station sometime next year.

Nov. 25, 2025, 5 a.m.
Is China's don't-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood?

With a diplomatic spat prompting a warning from the Chinese government, we go to see if it’s had any effect on Tokyo’s most popular historical neighborhood. On November 14, the Chinese government issued a travel advisory calling on its citizens to refrain from fro…

Is China's don't-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo's Asakusa neighborhood?

With a diplomatic spat prompting a warning from the Chinese government, we go to see if it’s had any effect on Tokyo’s most popular historical neighborhood. On November 14, the Chinese government issued a travel advisory calling on its citizens to refrain fro…

Nov. 25, 2025, 4:33 a.m.
China launches uncrewed Shenzhou capsule for 3 astronauts stuck on Tiangong space station

China launched its Shenzhou 22 mission tonight (Nov. 24), sending up an uncrewed spacecraft to be the ride home for the three astronauts currently living on the Tiangong space station.

China launches uncrewed Shenzhou capsule for 3 astronauts stuck on Tiangong space station

China launched its Shenzhou 22 mission tonight (Nov. 24), sending up an uncrewed spacecraft to be the ride home for the three astronauts currently living on the Tiangong space station.

Nov. 25, 2025, 3:57 a.m.
Russia-China Energy Ties Turn Strategic — Deputy PM

The two countries are now building a real strategic energy alliance, Alexander Novak said at the Russia–China Energy Forum.

Russia-China Energy Ties Turn Strategic — Deputy PM

The two countries are now building a real strategic energy alliance, Alexander Novak said at the Russia–China Energy Forum.

Nov. 25, 2025, 3:52 a.m.
Takaichi speaks with Trump about China

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Donald Trump discussed China relations in a phone call on Tuesday, their first talks since the Japanese premier sparked a major diplomatic bust-up with Beijing over her remarks on Taiwan. Takaichi's response…

Takaichi speaks with Trump about China

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Donald Trump discussed China relations in a phone call on Tuesday, their first talks since the Japanese premier sparked a major diplomatic bust-up with Beijing over her remarks on Taiwan. Takaichi's response…

Nov. 25, 2025, 3:50 a.m.
Murata targets China's Maxscend with German patent suit

Murata Manufacturing sued Chinese RF front-end leader Maxscend Microelectronics in a German court over alleged patent infringement involving RF filters, marking an escalation of the China-Japan semiconductor patent dispute into Europe.

Murata targets China's Maxscend with German patent suit

Murata Manufacturing sued Chinese RF front-end leader Maxscend Microelectronics in a German court over alleged patent infringement involving RF filters, marking an escalation of the China-Japan semiconductor patent dispute into Europe.

Nov. 25, 2025, 2:25 a.m.
China unveils humanoid robot standards committee with members from Unitree, ZhiYuan, Xiaomi, Huawei, ZTE and XPeng

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Monday published a proposed roster for a new Standardization Technical Committee for Humanoid Robots, naming 65 members. Unitree Robotics founder Wang Xingxing and ZhiYuan Robotics co-founder P…

China unveils humanoid robot standards committee with members from Unitree, ZhiYuan, Xiaomi, Huawei, ZTE and XPeng

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Monday published a proposed roster for a new Standardisation Technical Committee for Humanoid Robots, naming 65 members. Unitree Robotics founder Wang Xingxing and ZhiYuan Robotics co-founder P…