Europe would have given almost anything for peace, but Beijing had a different calculus.
Europe would have given almost anything for peace, but Beijing had a different calculus.
China urges the Japanese side to learn the lessons of history, do soul-searching, take seriously what it has heard from the Chinese side, simply retract the erroneous remarks as it should and take practical steps to honor its political commitments to China, C…
China urges the Japanese side to learn the lessons of history, do soul-searching, take seriously what it has heard from the Chinese side, simply retract the erroneous remarks as it should and take practical steps to honor its political commitments to China, C…
New IO study claims 88% of US and UK firms are concerned about state-sponsored cyber-attacks
New IO study claims 88% of US and UK firms are concerned about state-sponsored cyber-attacks
The transaction is subject to regulatory clearances and expected to close in 2026.
The transaction is subject to regulatory clearances and expected to close in 2026.
EXCLUSIVE: Here’s one for the vertical video crowd. Onset Octopus Micro Drama UK, one of Britain’s few microdrama-first production houses, has become the founding partner of global quality and ethics standard bearer Micro-Series Certified Alliance. L.A.’s IGM…
EXCLUSIVE: Here’s one for the vertical video crowd. Onset Octopus Micro Drama UK, one of Britain’s few microdrama-first production houses, has become the founding partner of global quality and ethics standard bearer Micro-Series Certified Alliance. L.A.’s IGM…
China and Japan gave conflicting versions of a maritime confrontation involving their coast guards and a Japanese fishing vessel around the disputed Sekaku islands on Tuesday. China's Coast Guard said the Japanese fishing vessel had illegally entered the wat…
China and Japan gave conflicting versions of a maritime confrontation involving their coast guards and a Japanese fishing vessel around the disputed Senkaku islands on Tuesday. China's Coast Guard said the Japanese fishing vessel had illegally entered the wat…
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee says committee to be led by a judge and will identify the causes of deadly blaze.
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee says committee to be led by a judge and will identify the causes of deadly blaze.
A familiar drama has resurfaced in Skopje. While I was still in Beijing attending the CASS academic conference on the Belt and Road Initiative, news broke that the Vice Speaker of the Macedonian Parliament, accompanied by two MPs, formally received a Taiwanes…
A familiar drama has resurfaced in Skopje. While I was still in Beijing attending the CASS academic conference on the Belt and Road Initiative, news broke that the Vice Speaker of the Macedonian Parliament, accompanied by two MPs, formally received a Taiwanes…
Two senior US politicians accused the platforms of malpractice, including intellectual property theft.
Two senior US politicians accuse the platforms of malpractice, including intellectual property theft.
Underneath central London cables carrying vital financial information run and soon China's new embassy, which has redacted floor plans, could sit atop them.
Underneath central London cables carrying vital financial information run and soon China's new embassy, which has redacted floor plans, could sit atop them.
As the United States mounts pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, nations in the Caribbean, South America and across the world are revealing where their support lies.
As the United States mounts pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, nations in the Caribbean, South America and across the world are revealing where their support lies.
A hidden chemical pipeline keeps Russia’s Iskander ballistic missiles in production
A hidden chemical pipeline keeps Russia’s Iskander ballistic missiles in production
South Korea is facing a sharp rise in industrial technology leakage cases, with incidents increasing nearly 50% year-over-year amid growing risks of Chinese attempts to steal proprietary technologies. Key sectors such as rechargeable batteries and semiconduct…
South Korea is facing a sharp rise in industrial technology leakage cases, with incidents increasing nearly 50% year-over-year amid growing risks of Chinese attempts to steal proprietary technologies. Key sectors such as rechargeable batteries and semiconduct…
Didi’s autonomous driving unit on Monday announced the start of a 24/7 fully driverless Robotaxi trial in select demonstration zones in Guangzhou, following its deployment of autonomous services at the 15th National Games of China. Users can now request a ful…
Didi’s autonomous driving unit on Monday announced the start of a 24/7 fully driverless Robotaxi trial in select demonstration zones in Guangzhou, following its deployment of autonomous services at the 15th National Games of China. Users can now request a ful…
China may still be big on SUVs, but that doesn’t mean that variety isn’t welcome. We’ll have to commend Leapmotor for doing something different with the B05 (badged in China as a Lafa5), which made an appearance at the recent Auto Guangzhou show soon after it…
China may still be big on SUVs, but that doesn’t mean that variety isn’t welcome. We’ll have to commend Leapmotor for doing something different with the B05 (badged in China as a Lafa5), which made an appearance at the recent Auto Guangzhou show soon after it…
Following recent diplomatic friction, China’s pressure on Japanese entertainment has intensified — delaying films, shutting down concerts, and even canceling stage productions. Analysts warn this could escalate into a long-term “anti-Japan restriction,” simil…
Following recent diplomatic friction, China’s pressure on Japanese entertainment has intensified — delaying films, shutting down concerts, and even canceling stage productions. Analysts warn this could escalate into a long-term “anti-Japan restriction,” simil…
The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) data shows the REER index dipping from an all-time high of 108.1 in November 2024 to 97.5 in October 2025.
The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) data shows the REER index dipping from an all-time high of 108.1 in November 2024 to 97.5 in October 2025.
As Vientiane marks 50 years as the capital of the Lao People’s Republic, here’s what it’s like to live in the laid-back Southeast Asian city now rising as a ...
As Vientiane marks 50 years as the capital of the Lao People’s Republic, here’s what it’s like to live in the laid-back Southeast Asian city now rising as a ...
Click to expand Image Flowers offered for the victims near the site of the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court, a residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, December 1, 2025. ©2025 AP Photo/Chan Long Hei (Bangkok) – The H…
Click to expand Image Flowers offered for the victims near the site of the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court, a residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, December 1, 2025. ©2025 AP Photo/Chan Long Hei (Bangkok) – The H…
Yunqing Jian, 33, who once worked for the University of Michigan, pleaded guilty last month to conspiring to smuggle the biological pathogen into the States, reportedly to continue researching it, and then lying to the FBI about her actions.
Yunqing Jian, 33, who once worked for the University of Michigan, pleaded guilty last month to conspiring to smuggle the biological pathogen into the States, reportedly to continue researching it, and then lying to the FBI about her actions.
Firms are ready to make the equipment needed for green hydrogen, but demand has not picked up yet.
Firms are ready to make the equipment needed for green hydrogen, but demand has not picked up yet.
Nanoscale, 2025, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5NR04715C, PaperKang Xu, Yuhan Zhou, Rongjie Yang, Zujian Zhao, Caiqing Gao, Yuru Wang, Gang Huang, Yuxiang Ni, Xin Huang, Chaoyang Zhang, Yanqing WangPreparation of thermally conductive materials with low filler…
Nanoscale, 2025, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5NR04715C, PaperKang Xu, Yuhan Zhou, Rongjie Yang, Zujian Zhao, Caiqing Gao, Yuru Wang, Gang Huang, Yuxiang Ni, Xin Huang, Chaoyang Zhang, Yanqing WangPreparation of thermally conductive materials with low filler …
Nature Neuroscience - Author Correction: Projectome-based characterization of hypothalamic peptidergic neurons in male mice
Nature Neuroscience - Author Correction: Projectome-based characterization of hypothalamic peptidergic neurons in male mice
Nature - Bulk superconductivity up to 96 K in pressurized nickelate single crystals
Nature - Bulk superconductivity up to 96 K in pressurized nickelate single crystals
President Xi warns that cut-throat, self-defeating competition is weakening his country's economy even as productivity and exports rise. Beijing now sees curbing this dynamic as essential. - 2025/12 / article
President Xi warns that cut-throat, self-defeating competition is weakening his country's economy even as productivity and exports rise. Beijing now sees curbing this dynamic as essential. - 2025/12 / article
Both superpowers put sovereignty ahead of emissions cuts. While the US is still backing fossil fuels, China is pushing ahead with renewables – and building a vast export engine in the process. - 2025/12 / article
Both superpowers put sovereignty ahead of emissions cuts. While the US is still backing fossil fuels, China is pushing ahead with renewables – and building a vast export engine in the process. - 2025/12 / article
The top government spokesman said Monday he would not comment on a recent Chinese newspaper editorial that questioned Japan's sovereignty over the southern island prefecture of Okinawa, amid a diplomatic rift over the prime minister's remarks on Taiwan. Chief…
The top government spokesman said Monday he would not comment on a recent Chinese newspaper editorial that questioned Japan's sovereignty over the southern island prefecture of Okinawa, amid a diplomatic rift over the prime minister's remarks on Taiwan. Chief…
Director Wong Kar-wai’s first TV series, ‘Blossoms Shanghai,’ premiered in North America on the Criterion Channel following weeks of social-media discourse about him in China. Why are some international fans concerned?
Director Wong Kar-wai’s first TV series, ‘Blossoms Shanghai,’ premiered in North America on the Criterion Channel following weeks of social-media discourse about him in China. Why are some international fans concerned?
Chinese soccer fans have condemned Brighton and the Premier League side's Japanese winger Kaoru Mitoma after a social media post showed him smiling and holding an image of the last Japanese soldier to surrender in World War II. Millions of Chinese were killed…
Chinese soccer fans have condemned Brighton and the Premier League side's Japanese winger Kaoru Mitoma after a social media post showed him smiling and holding an image of the last Japanese soldier to surrender in World War II. Millions of Chinese were killed…
The PM spoke at the Lady Mayor's banquet, traditionally used to set out foreign policy for the year ahead.
The PM spoke at the Lady Mayor's banquet, traditionally used to set out foreign policy for the year ahead.
Sir Keir Starmer has warned China poses "real national security threats to the United Kingdom".
Sir Keir Starmer has warned China poses "real national security threats to the United Kingdom".
The lifeblood of Silicon Valley — advanced microchips — pumps from a science park on Taiwan's west coast, mostly from TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker. But now the company is looking abroad for places to grow.
The lifeblood of Silicon Valley — advanced microchips — pumps from a science park on Taiwan's west coast, mostly from TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker. But now the company is looking abroad for places to grow.
The company behind TikTok is rolling out a smartphone AI assistant that behaves less like an app and more like a secretary
The company behind TikTok is rolling out a smartphone AI assistant that behaves less like an app and more like a secretary
Sino-Platonic Papers is pleased to announce the publication of its three-hundred-and-seventy-first issue: “The Multifaceted Saga of the Ethnonym Han,” by Sanping Chen. (free pdf) ABSTRACT The term Han designates one of the largest categories of collective ide…
Sino-Platonic Papers is pleased to announce the publication of its three-hundred-and-seventy-first issue: “The Multifaceted Saga of the Ethnonym Han,” by Sanping Chen. (free pdf) ABSTRACT The term Han designates one of the largest categories of collective ide…
New study claims EVs emit less electromagnetic radiation than petrol cars, killing off a number of myths.
New study claims EVs emit less electromagnetic radiation than petrol cars, killing off a number of myths.
ASML wins top-pick status as AI drives demand, but its premium value leaves little room for mistakes.
ASML wins top-pick status as AI drives demand, but its premium value leaves little room for mistakes.
Reigning world champion Zhao Xintong makes a superb start to his UK Championship campaign with a dominant first-round victory over compatriot Long Zehuang.
Reigning world champion Zhao Xintong makes a superb start to his UK Championship campaign with a dominant first-round victory over compatriot Long Zehuang.
China has built the machinery of an innovative, low-carbon industrial economy capable of leading the global net-zero transition and the unfolding AI revolution. But whether this model will be sustainable depends on China's ability to overcome several major ch…
China has built the machinery of an innovative, low-carbon industrial economy capable of leading the global net-zero transition and the unfolding AI revolution. But whether this model will be sustainable depends on China's ability to overcome several major ch…
China's first crewed spacecraft to be ruled unfit to fly in mid-mission will be sent back to Earth for experts to assess the damage. The Shenzhou-20...
China's first crewed spacecraft to be ruled unfit to fly in mid-mission will be sent back to Earth for experts to assess the damage. The Shenzhou-20...
The car industry is in a world of hurt, and that has significant economic and societal implications.
The car industry is in a world of hurt, and that has significant economic and societal implications.
Disney’s 'Zootopia 2' achieved numerous historic opening milestones across domestic and international markets, becoming Disney's biggest-ever animated release.
Disney’s 'Zootopia 2' achieved numerous historic opening milestones across domestic and international markets, becoming Disney's biggest-ever animated release.
Disney and Shanghai Animation Film Studio teamed on this four-pack of 'Zootopia' animated shorts in different traditional Chinese styles.
Disney and Shanghai Animation Film Studio teamed on this four-pack of 'Zootopia' animated shorts in different traditional Chinese styles.
China’s central bank has reasserted its strict prohibition on crypto trading following signs of renewed speculation in virtual assets. The People’s Bank of...
China’s central bank has reasserted its strict prohibition on crypto trading following signs of renewed speculation in virtual assets. The People’s Bank of...
Hong Kong's national security police arrest three, as Beijing issues warning to 'anti-China and pro-chaos elements'.
Hong Kong's national security police arrest three, as Beijing issues warning to 'anti-China and pro-chaos elements'.
Huawei has introduced the Smart Hanhan, its first “virtual pet” featuring what the company calls emotional artificial intelligence. Launched in China during the Mate 80 series event, the device quickly sold out in all three color options on the Huawei Mall. P…
Huawei has introduced the Smart Hanhan, its first “virtual pet” featuring what the company calls emotional artificial intelligence. Launched in China during the Mate 80 series event, the device quickly sold out in all three color options on the Huawei Mall. P…