CHINA

Dec 14 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise as Chinese and Filipino Fishermen Clash in Disputed Waters

In a heated encounter, Chinese coast guard ships used water cannons and blocking tactics against Filipino fishermen near Sabina Shoal. This incident left three fishermen injured and two boats damaged. The Philippine coast guard reported that nearly two dozen fishing boats were targeted. A small Chin

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

U. S. Lawmaker Questions Trump's Move on Nvidia Chips to China

A U. S. representative is raising eyebrows over a recent decision by President Donald Trump. The decision allows Nvidia to sell its H200 chips to China. This move goes against previous policies from both Trump's and President Joseph Biden's administrations. Those policies restricted China's access t

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Dec 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

How China is Winning the Green Energy Race

China is taking the lead in the clean energy sector, leaving the U. S. behind. This shift is evident in the recent United Nations climate talks (COP30) held in Brazil. The U. S. was notably absent, joining only a few other countries in skipping the event. Despite this, there's a silver lining. China

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Dec 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

India's Underwater Guardians: The Silent Power of Kalvari-Class Submarines

India's underwater strength is something to talk about. Six Kalvari-class submarines, which are part of the Scorpene design, are making waves. These subs are not just any ordinary vessels; they are among the quietest diesel-electric submarines globally. The names INS Kalvari, INS Khanderi, INS Karan

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Dec 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Intel's Test with Chinese-Linked Chip Tools Raises Concerns

Intel has been experimenting with chipmaking tools from ACM Research, a company with strong ties to China and some units under U. S. sanctions. These tools, known as wet etch tools, are being considered for Intel's cutting-edge 14A chipmaking process, set to launch in 2027. ACM Research, based in C

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Dec 12 2025FINANCE

Vanke's Debt Drama: A Wake-Up Call for China's Real Estate

China's real estate scene is hitting rough waters again, and this time, it's Vanke, a major player, that's in the spotlight. The company is drowning in debt, with a staggering $50 billion owed. That's a massive amount, even for a giant like Vanke. Here's what happened: On a recent Sunday, Vanke dro

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

PDD: Facing Trouble on Multiple Fronts

PDD Holdings, the company behind Temu, is in hot water. Both China and the European Union are investigating them. In China, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) is looking into claims of fake deliveries. This is serious because SAMR is a powerful regulator. They can dig deep into PD

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Dec 12 2025SCIENCE

China's Big Role in the Global Telescope Network

China is playing a big part in a huge global project called the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). This project is about building the world's largest radio telescopes. The SKA will create a ton of data. It's so much that one organization can't handle it all alone. So, they're teaming up with countries ar

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Dec 11 2025FINANCE

China's Latest Tech Ban: A Step Back for Innovation

China has taken another step to tighten its grip on digital currencies. This time, the focus is on tokenizing real-world assets. This move comes after years of strict rules on cryptocurrencies. In 2017, China banned initial coin offerings and domestic exchanges. By 2021, the country had completely o

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Dec 10 2025HEALTH

Opioid Use Disorder: A Growing Concern in China

China's struggle with opioid use disorder (OUD) has been a long-standing issue. From 1990 to 2021, the impact of OUD on health has been significant. This is not just a recent problem. It has been growing for decades. The data shows that OUD has been taking a toll on people's health. This is not jus

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