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Jianbing: All about this popular Chinese breakfast dish
Jianbing is a popular street breakfast option in China, which is basically a savory crepe loaded with a variety of fillings.
Humanoid robots perform kung fu at China's New Year gala
China's annual Spring Festival Gala turned into a global tech spectacle this year, as humanoid robots showcased complex martial-arts choreography live on stage.
Why humanoid robots are gaining traction in China
China is rapidly emerging as a major player in the humanoid robotics industry, with over 140 companies working on these advanced machines.
China's manufacturing activity slips in January
China's manufacturing sector has hit a rough patch, with the official Purchasing Managers's Index (PMI) for January dropping to 49.3.
British PM Starmer meets Chinese President Xi Jinping
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday. The two leaders last met in November 2024 during the G20 Summit in Brazil.
Canada rules out China trade deal after Trump's tariff threat
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has ruled out a free trade agreement with China.
NVIDIA CEO in China amid regulatory challenges
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is currently in Shanghai, China, amid fierce competition from local companies and scrutiny from Chinese authorities.
Why China is reviewing Meta's $2B Manus AI deal
Chinese authorities are considering intervening in Meta's acquisition of Manus, an AI agent developer with Chinese roots.
Starlink satellites pose 'safety and security' risks, China warns
China has raised alarms over the rapid growth of internet satellite constellations, like SpaceX's Starlink.
Chinese ships withdraw after drills; Taiwan still on high alert
Taiwan is still on high alert on Wednesday after China conducted large-scale military drills around the island.
12 years after plane vanished, robots begin search for MH370
The search for the wreckage of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 (MH370) has resumed in the Indian Ocean, over a decade after it mysteriously vanished.
'No third-party...': India rejects China's claim of mediating Pakistan truce
India has rejected China's claim that it mediated a ceasefire between New Delhi and Islamabad during the military conflict after the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year.
After Trump, China claims credit for mediating India-Pakistan ceasefire
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has claimed that China played a mediating role in the recent tensions between India and Pakistan.
China approves L3 autonomous cars for hands-free driving
Beijing has approved China's first two Level 3 (L3) autonomous vehicles, a major step toward the widespread adoption of self-driving technology in the world's largest automotive market.
India seeks assurance from China after citizen's harassment report
India has sought assurances from China that its citizens will not face selective harassment, following an incident involving an Arunachal Pradesh resident at Shanghai airport.
Hong Kong fire: City demands fair probe, sedition law invoked
Public outrage has erupted in Hong Kong after the city's deadliest residential fire killed at least 146 people.
India responds after Arunachal woman harassed at Shanghai airport
India has lodged a strong protest with China after an Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh was detained at Shanghai airport.
China denies claims Arunachali woman was harassed at Shanghai airport
China has denied allegations of harassment against an Indian woman by immigration officials at Shanghai airport.
What India said after Shanghai officials told Arunachali she's Chinese
A woman of Indian origin, Prema Thongdok, was allegedly detained for 18 hours at Shanghai Pudong Airport due to her passport listing Arunachal Pradesh as her birthplace.
Arunachal-born UK woman detained, harassed in Shanghai over passport
Pema Wangjom Thongdok, a UK resident originally from Arunachal Pradesh, has accused Chinese immigration officials of detaining and harassing her at Shanghai Pudong Airport.
US withdraws missile system from Japan amid Beijing-Tokyo tensions
The United States has withdrawn its Typhon Mid-Range Capability (MRC) missile launcher system from Japan, according to Japanese media.
Why China's youths are embracing frugality
China's younger generation is adopting a more frugal lifestyle as the economy slows down.
China tariffs lowered, rare earths deal signed after Trump-Xi meeting
United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reached a one-year agreement on the supply of vital rare earths.
As Delhi chokes after Diwali, Amitabh Kant slams SC ruling
Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant has expressed his displeasure with the Supreme Court's recent decision on firecracker use during Diwali.
Dutch government seizes control of China-owned chipmaker amid trade tensions
The Dutch government has taken control of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor manufacturer. The decision comes as part of rising global trade tensions and national security concerns.
Japan arms warship with US missiles capable of 1,600km strikes
Japan is set to upgrade one of its warships with US-made Tomahawk cruise missiles.
China becomes second nation to deploy EMALS on aircraft carrier
China's latest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has successfully demonstrated its advanced electromagnetic catapult system by launching three different types of aircraft.
Trump wooing Xi? US nixes $400M in Taiwan military aid
United States President Donald Trump has refused to approve a more than $400 million military aid package for Taiwan, the Washington Post reported.
China could surpass US in space race within 10 years
A new report by Arizona State University research analyst Jonathan Roll has raised alarms over the rapid progress of China's space program.
Chinese actor Yu Menglong's sudden death raises suspicions: Here's why
Chinese actor Yu Menglong, also known as Alan Yu, was found dead at 37 on September 11.
NASA bans Chinese nationals from space programs amid espionage concerns
In a major policy shift, NASA has barred Chinese nationals with US visas from accessing its facilities, research programs, and internal networks.
Xi, Putin caught discussing organ transplant, living up to 150-years
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin were caught on a hot mic discussing the possibility of humans living to 150 years old.
All weapons displayed by China during its largest-ever military parade
Chinese President Xi Jinping presided over a massive military parade in central Beijing on Wednesday.
Pakistan 'perfectly fine' with India-Russia ties, but has a demand
During a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged the strong ties between Russia and India.
'World facing peace or war': Xi hosts largest-ever military parade
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted the country's largest-ever military parade at Tiananmen Square in Beijing on Wednesday.
Kim Jong-un arrives in Beijing on bulletproof train
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has arrived in Beijing, China, on his signature green train.
Top facts about Hongqi L5 limousine carrying Modi at SCO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is using China's Hongqi L5 limousine during his two-day visit to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit.
PM Modi meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. This is his first visit to the country in seven years.
World's first robot Olympics ends. Are humanoids ready for mainstream?
The recent "robot Olympics" in Beijing, officially known as the World Humanoid Robot Games, showcased over 500 robots from 16 countries competing in 26 events.
Why US imposed tariffs on India, not China
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has explained why China was not subjected to additional tariffs or sanctions on Russian oil while India was not.
Beijing to host first-ever World Humanoid Robot Games tomorrow
Beijing is set to host the inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games, starting August 15.