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Jan. 3, 2026, 11:55 a.m.
Links 1/3/2026

Our salacious daily links: US bombs Caracas and says it captured Maduro, Chinese peptide hacks, glacier melt = volcanic activity? China deflation, Trump Iran protest threat, CIA-Russia drone attack claims, German and Finland moblization, Real ID fail? GOP Con…

Links 1/3/2026

Our salacious daily links: US bombs Caracas and says it captured Maduro, Chinese peptide hacks, glacier melt = volcanic activity? China deflation, Trump Iran protest threat, CIA-Russia drone attack claims, German and Finland moblization, Real ID fail? GOP Con…

Jan. 3, 2026, 10:04 a.m.
S.Korean President Lee receives interview with Chinese media at Cheong Wa Dae, reaffirms one-China stance on Taiwan question ahead of China visit

Before starting his visit to China, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung gave an interview with CCTV News that aired on Friday, during which he said deeper cooperation between South Korea and China can open a broad gateway of opportunity for South Korea. Rega…

S.Korean President Lee receives interview with Chinese media at Cheong Wa Dae, reaffirms one-China stance on Taiwan question ahead of China visit

Before starting his visit to China, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung gave an interview with CCTV News that aired on Friday, during which he said deeper cooperation between South Korea and China can open a broad gateway of opportunity for South Korea. Rega…

Jan. 3, 2026, 10:04 a.m.
Number of China's space launches reaches a new record of 92 in 2025: report

China carried out a record 92 space launches in 2025, with multiple breakthroughs and a number of firsts across manned spaceflight, deep-space exploration and commercial spaceflight achieved, CCTV News reported on Saturday, citing the China National Space Adm…

Number of China's space launches reaches a new record of 92 in 2025: report

China carried out a record 92 space launches in 2025, with multiple breakthroughs and a number of firsts across manned spaceflight, deep-space exploration and commercial spaceflight achieved, CCTV News reported on Saturday, citing the China National Space Adm…

Jan. 3, 2026, 10:03 a.m.
Mainland official calls for peaceful development of cross-Strait relations

A Chinese mainland official on Friday called for efforts to promote peaceful development of relations across the Taiwan Strait and achieve national reunification.

Mainland official calls for peaceful development of cross-Strait relations

A Chinese mainland official on Friday called for efforts to promote peaceful development of relations across the Taiwan Strait and achieve national reunification.

Jan. 3, 2026, 10:03 a.m.
MND spokesperson slams external forces' hype over military drills around Taiwan island; expert says State Department's cliché response fails to address root causes of tensions

Responding to hypes by external forces regarding the just-concluded "Justice Mission 2025" joint drills, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang said on Friday that China will never allow any force to tie our hands in curbing "Taiwan independence…

MND spokesperson slams external forces' hype over military drills around Taiwan island; expert says State Department's cliché response fails to address root causes of tensions

Responding to hypes by external forces regarding the just-concluded "Justice Mission 2025" joint drills, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang said on Friday that China will never allow any force to tie our hands in curbing "Taiwan independence…

Jan. 3, 2026, 10:03 a.m.
Taiwan drills aimed to deter external interference: China Defense Ministry

China said its latest military exercises around Taiwan are aimed at deterring foreign interference, and warning that any move crossing Beijing's red lines on the island would be met with decisive countermeasures.

Taiwan drills aimed to deter external interference: China Defense Ministry

China said its latest military exercises around Taiwan are aimed at deterring foreign interference, and warning that any move crossing Beijing's red lines on the island would be met with decisive countermeasures.

Jan. 3, 2026, 10:03 a.m.
Defense ministry rebuffs criticism over drills around Taiwan

The Ministry of National Defense said a recent large-scale exercise around Taiwan was intended to deter "Taiwan independence" forces and foreign interference, pushing back against criticism from several Western governments that the drills undermined regional …

Defense ministry rebuffs criticism over drills around Taiwan

The Ministry of National Defense said a recent large-scale exercise around Taiwan was intended to deter "Taiwan independence" forces and foreign interference, pushing back against criticism from several Western governments that the drills undermined regional …

Jan. 3, 2026, 10:03 a.m.
China will never allow any force to tie its hands in curbing 'Taiwan independence' separatist acts in name of safeguarding cross-Straits peace: MND spokesperson

Responding to hypes by external forces regarding the just-concluded "Justice Mission 2025" joint drills, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang said on Friday that China will never allow any force to tie our hands in curbing "Taiwan independence…

China will never allow any force to tie its hands in curbing 'Taiwan independence' separatist acts in name of safeguarding cross-Straits peace: MND spokesperson

Responding to hypes by external forces regarding the just-concluded "Justice Mission 2025" joint drills, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang said on Friday that China will never allow any force to tie our hands in curbing "Taiwan independence…

Jan. 3, 2026, 9:42 a.m.
Ireland's Micheál Martin will visit China in the first trip by an Irish leader in 14 years

Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin visits China starting Sunday, marking the first visit by an Irish leader in 14 years

Ireland's Micheál Martin will visit China in the first trip by an Irish leader in 14 years

Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin visits China starting Sunday, marking the first visit by an Irish leader in 14 years

Jan. 3, 2026, 8:28 a.m.
Trump orders Chinese-owned firm to unwind chip asset deal, citing national security risks

A Chinese-controlled company must divest semiconductor assets it bought from Emcore after the White House said the deal could threaten U.S. national security.

Trump orders Chinese-owned firm to unwind chip asset deal, citing national security risks

A Chinese-controlled company must divest semiconductor assets it bought from Emcore after the White House said the deal could threaten U.S. national security.

Jan. 3, 2026, 7:04 a.m.
Lack of moderate voices around Takaichi sparks concern

With Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Japan's potential involvement in a Taiwan emergency sparking tensions with China, concern is mounting that the absence of moderate voices around her could allow her hardline tendencies to go largely unchecked. W…

Lack of moderate voices around Takaichi sparks concern

With Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Japan's potential involvement in a Taiwan emergency sparking tensions with China, concern is mounting that the absence of moderate voices around her could allow her hardline tendencies to go largely unchecked. W…

Jan. 3, 2026, 6:13 a.m.
Two unstable atoms are rewriting neutron star explosions

Scientists have precisely measured two unstable atomic nuclei that play a crucial role in explosive X-ray bursts on neutron stars. The results reveal faster nuclear reactions than previously thought, reshaping how we understand element formation in extreme co…

Two unstable atoms are rewriting neutron star explosions

Scientists have precisely measured two unstable atomic nuclei that play a crucial role in explosive X-ray bursts on neutron stars. The results reveal faster nuclear reactions than previously thought, reshaping how we understand element formation in extreme co…

Jan. 3, 2026, 6 a.m.
Taiwanese President Lai vows to protect Taipei's SOVEREIGNTY amid mainland aggression in New Year's address

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te vows to defend his country’s sovereignty as China escalates military intimidation, including live-fire drills and warship deployments near the island. Despite Lai’s commitment to peace, he warns that Taiwan will resist any thr…

Taiwanese President Lai vows to protect Taipei's SOVEREIGNTY amid mainland aggression in New Year's address

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te vows to defend his country’s sovereignty as China escalates military intimidation, including live-fire drills and warship deployments near the island. Despite Lai’s commitment to peace, he warns that Taiwan will resist any thr…

Jan. 3, 2026, 5:14 a.m.
BYD overtakes Tesla as world's largest EV seller in 2025

The shift in market leadership follows a year where the American manufacturer recorded its first-ever decline in annual deliveries while its Chinese competitor reported significant growth in its electric segment.

BYD overtakes Tesla as world's largest EV seller in 2025

The shift in market leadership follows a year where the American manufacturer recorded its first-ever decline in annual deliveries while its Chinese competitor reported significant growth in its electric segment.

Jan. 3, 2026, 4:52 a.m.
BYD overtakes Tesla as worlds largest EV seller in 2025

Chinese automaker BYD surpassed Tesla in full-year electric vehicle sales for the first time in 2025, securing its position as the world's largest electric vehicle seller, according to a Global Times report. The shift in market leadership follows a year where…

BYD overtakes Tesla as worlds largest EV seller in 2025

Chinese automaker BYD surpassed Tesla in full-year electric vehicle sales for the first time in 2025, securing its position as the world's largest electric vehicle seller, according to a Global Times report. The shift in market leadership follows a year where…

Jan. 3, 2026, 4:27 a.m.
China's special envoy meets Maduro (VIDEO)

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s special envoy Qiu Xiaoqi met with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in Caracas on Friday Read Full Article at RT.com

China's special envoy meets Maduro (VIDEO)

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s special envoy Qiu Xiaoqi met with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in Caracas on Friday Read Full Article at RT.com

Jan. 3, 2026, 4:24 a.m.
The World This Week | Bangladesh bids adieu to Khaleda Zia, UAE-Saudi conflict in Yemen, protests in Iran

From protests in Iran over the worsening economic crisis in the West Asian country to China conducting massive military drills near Taiwan - a lot has happened in the world this week.

The World This Week | Bangladesh bids adieu to Khaleda Zia, UAE-Saudi conflict in Yemen, protests in Iran

From protests in Iran over the worsening economic crisis in the West Asian country to China conducting massive military drills near Taiwan - a lot has happened in the world this week.

Jan. 3, 2026, 3:37 a.m.
Four Strategic Arms of Chinese PLA Adopt New Flag-Emblem Sleeve Insignias

Starting from January 1, 2026, new sleeve insignias featuring flag patterns for the four strategic arms of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), namely the Aerospace Force, the Cyberspace Force, the Information Support Force and the Joint Logistics Supp…

Four Strategic Arms of Chinese PLA Adopt New Flag-Emblem Sleeve Insignias

Starting from January 1, 2026, new sleeve insignias featuring flag patterns for the four strategic arms of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), namely the Aerospace Force, the Cyberspace Force, the Information Support Force and the Joint Logistics Supp…

Jan. 3, 2026, 2:57 a.m.
BYD surpasses Tesla in 2025 Global EV sales

Tesla’s global vehicle sales fell by 9% in 2025, allowing Chinese automaker BYD to overtake it as the world’s top electric vehicle seller. Tesla said it delivered 1.63 million vehicles in 2025, down from 1.79 million in 2024. This marks the second straight ye…

BYD surpasses Tesla in 2025 Global EV sales

Tesla’s global vehicle sales fell by 9% in 2025, allowing Chinese automaker BYD to overtake it as the world’s top electric vehicle seller. Tesla said it delivered 1.63 million vehicles in 2025, down from 1.79 million in 2024. This marks the second straight ye…

Jan. 3, 2026, 1:39 a.m.
More issuers turn to Dubai listings as yuan bonds gain traction in the Middle East

More Chinese and local issuers could tap Dubai to list debt and equity securities, signaling confidence in the Chinese economy and the deepening economic corridor between China and the Middle East, according to the CEO of Dubai Financial Services Authority (…

More issuers turn to Dubai listings as yuan bonds gain traction in the Middle East

More Chinese and local issuers could tap Dubai to list debt and equity securities, signalling confidence in the Chinese economy and the deepening economic corridor between China and the Middle East, according to the CEO of Dubai Financial Services Authority (…

Jan. 3, 2026, 12:55 a.m.
China expert mocks Taiwan's HIMARS as 'porcupine in a glass box'

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 03, 2026 Taiwan's acquisition of US-made High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) has drawn a sharp rebuke from a mainland military strategist, who likens the systems to "a porcupine trapped in a one-way glass box" on an island…

China expert mocks Taiwan's HIMARS as 'porcupine in a glass box'

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jan 03, 2026 Taiwan's acquisition of US-made High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) has drawn a sharp rebuke from a mainland military strategist, who likens the systems to "a porcupine trapped in a one-way glass box" on an island…

Jan. 3, 2026, 12:44 a.m.
China: US undermines peace by selling arms to Taiwan

Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui said in an interview with Tass news agency that the United States is undermining peace and stability, as well as China's sovereignty and territorial integrity...

China: US undermines peace by selling arms to Taiwan

Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui said in an interview with Tass news agency that the United States is undermining peace and stability, as well as China's sovereignty and territorial integrity...

Jan. 2, 2026, 11:12 p.m.
Australian prime beef producers brace for fresh China tariff pain

Australian cattle farmers producing wagyu and Angus beef are likely to be among the hardest hit by China's 55 per cent tariff on exports exceeding a 205,000-tonne quota.

Australian prime beef producers brace for fresh China tariff pain

Australian cattle farmers producing wagyu and Angus beef are likely to be among the hardest hit by China's 55 per cent tariff on exports exceeding a 205,000-tonne quota.

Jan. 2, 2026, 11 p.m.
Silver Mania Begins

This post Silver Mania Begins appeared first on Daily Reckoning. I love the smell of a short squeeze in the morning… The post Silver Mania Begins appeared first on Daily Reckoning.

Silver Mania Begins

This post Silver Mania Begins appeared first on Daily Reckoning. I love the smell of a short squeeze in the morning… The post Silver Mania Begins appeared first on Daily Reckoning.

Jan. 2, 2026, 11 p.m.
Global Box Office Estimated At $33.5B; Anime Explodes In Up-And-Down Year: Studio Report Cards

The global box office in 2025 is estimated to close out at $33.5B, per Gower Street Analytics, repping a nearly 12% increase on 2024, but that’s including a unique phenomenon in China where one local production did over $2B. Strip out China, and the global hi…

Global Box Office Estimated At $33.5B; Anime Explodes In Up-And-Down Year: Studio Report Cards

The global box office in 2025 is estimated to close out at $33.5B, per Gower Street Analytics, repping a nearly 12% increase on 2024, but that’s including a unique phenomenon in China where one local production did over $2B. Strip out China, and the global hi…

Jan. 2, 2026, 10:26 p.m.
Solid-state EV batteries take another big step forward in China

China introduced its first national standard for solid-state EV batteries as the “holy grail” of battery tech moves closer toward mass production. more…

Solid-state EV batteries take another big step forward in China

China introduced its first national standard for solid-state EV batteries as the “holy grail” of battery tech moves closer toward mass production. more…

Jan. 2, 2026, 8:51 p.m.
China's Xi to host South Korea's Lee from Sunday amid Japan tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping will host South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on a state visit starting on Sunday, signaling Beijing's intent to strengthen ties with Seoul amidst strained relations ‌with Japan over Taiwan. The visit marks the second meeting bet…

China's Xi to host South Korea's Lee from Sunday amid Japan tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping will host South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on a state visit starting on Sunday, signaling Beijing's intent to strengthen ties with Seoul amidst strained relations ‌with Japan over Taiwan. The visit marks the second meeting bet…

Jan. 2, 2026, 8:51 p.m.
Takaichi, Trump agree to work toward spring meeting in U.S.

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday that she and U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to work toward meeting in the United States in the spring, with the aim of further strengthening the alliance between the two countries. Takaichi's plan to …

Takaichi, Trump agree to work toward spring meeting in U.S.

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday that she and U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to work toward meeting in the United States in the spring, with the aim of further strengthening the alliance between the two countries. Takaichi's plan to …

Jan. 2, 2026, 8:15 p.m.
Cyclone RA1000 vs Ducati Diavel: How Close Does China's 996cc V‑Twin Really Get

Cyclone RA1000 vs Ducati Diavel: How Close Does China’s 996cc V‑Twin Really GetAccess to Aprilia’s engine tech gave Cyclone a shortcut most emerging manufacturers would kill for. The RA1000’s 996 cc V-twin starts from the Aprilia Shiver...

Cyclone RA1000 vs Ducati Diavel: How Close Does China's 996cc V‑Twin Really Get

Cyclone RA1000 vs Ducati Diavel: How Close Does China’s 996cc V‑Twin Really GetAccess to Aprilia’s engine tech gave Cyclone a shortcut most emerging manufacturers would kill for. The RA1000’s 996 cc V-twin starts from the Aprilia Shiver...

Jan. 2, 2026, 6:55 p.m.
Uzebekistan World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History

Here's what you need to know about Uzbekistan's national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Uzebekistan World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History

Here's what you need to know about Uzbekistan's national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Jan. 2, 2026, 6:02 p.m.
China Threatens To Jail Anyone Who Perform, Listens To, Or Shares Uyghur Songs

Authorities in China's Xinjiang region are threatening to detain residents over downloading, listening to and sharing Uyghur-language songs they consider sensitive. That's according to a recording of a public meeting obtained by The Associated Press. The tune…

China Threatens To Jail Anyone Who Perform, Listens To, Or Shares Uyghur Songs

Authorities in China's Xinjiang region are threatening to detain residents over downloading, listening to and sharing Uyghur-language songs they consider sensitive. That's according to a recording of a public meeting obtained by The Associated Press. The tune…

Jan. 2, 2026, 6 p.m.
Two truths and a lie: inside the China-Taiwan-US triangle

The US has no intention of abandoning Taiwan. But it also has no intention of binding itself to an automatic war commitment on a timeline it does not control.

Two truths and a lie: inside the China-Taiwan-US triangle

The US has no intention of abandoning Taiwan. But it also has no intention of binding itself to an automatic war commitment on a timeline it does not control.

Jan. 2, 2026, 5 p.m.
2026 is the year humanity will finally go back to the moon

It's happening. We are going.

2026 is the year humanity will finally go back to the moon

It's happening. We are going.

Jan. 2, 2026, 4:12 p.m.
Energy Will Decide the AI ​​Race

Although the race to dominate AI has so far focused on cutting-edge chips and capital expenditures, all the data centers in the world will not help you if they lack a continuous supply of affordable energy. While China clearly understands this, America may no…

Energy Will Decide the AI Race

Although the race to dominate AI has so far focused on cutting-edge chips and capital expenditures, all the data centers in the world will not help you if they lack a continuous supply of affordable energy. While China clearly understands this, America may no…