China: News
US urges China to stop Iran from closing Hormuz strait
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged China to intervene and prevent Iran from blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
Over 21,000 jobs at stake as China restricts rare earths
The audio electronics industry in India is facing a major crisis, with over 21,000 jobs at stake. This comes after China imposed restrictions on the export of rare earth metals.
This AI agent will assist store managers in China
Yum China, the operator of popular fast-food chains like KFC and Pizza Hut in the country, has launched an artificial intelligence (AI) agent to assist store managers.
This laser weapon can operate without cooling in Sahara Desert
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary 2kW fiber laser that can work without any heating or cooling systems in extreme climates, such as in the Sahara Desert.
Yeast's metabolic cycle decoded using mathematical analysis: Why it matters
Researchers in China have decoded the metabolic cycle of yeast, a single-celled eukaryote, using mathematical analysis.
China successfully tests its home-grown operating system on a satellite
China has successfully tested its home-grown operating system in space, a major milestone in reducing dependence on foreign software.
World's largest LEGO park opens in China on July 5
Legoland Shanghai, the world's largest LEGO theme park, is set to open on July 5.
This edible coating can double shelf life of fruits
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary protein-based coating that can significantly extend the shelf life of fruits.
This Chinese drone is as small as a mosquito
A team of researchers at the National University of Defense Technology (NUDT) in Hunan province, China, has developed a new type of drone.
Any terror attack...will have disastrous consequences: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that any future terrorist attacks on Indian soil will have "disastrous" consequences.
AI avatars beat human influencers—post $7.6M sales in 7 hours
In a groundbreaking development, artificial intelligence (AI) avatars have outperformed human influencers in terms of sales.
Trump extends TikTok sale deadline to September
US President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for TikTok's ban by another 90 days to mid September.
When, where to watch Wong Kar-wai's debut series
Wong Kar-wai's 30-part television series, Blossoms Shanghai, will premiere on the Criterion Channel later this year.
Top US academics explore overseas jobs amid Trump's policy fears
The United States is witnessing a brain drain in its academic sector, with many professors looking for opportunities abroad.
India added 39,000 millionaires in 2024: UBS
India saw a surge of 39,000 new dollar millionaires in 2024, according to the UBS Global Wealth Report.
The Chinese man behind Labubu dolls is now worth $23B
Wang Ning, the 38-year-old founder and chairman of Pop Mart International Group, has been named China's 10th richest person by Forbes. His net worth is estimated at $22.7 billion.
India's new hypersonic missile can outrange BrahMos by 3x: Report
India is on the verge of testing a next-generation cruise missile under Project Vishnu.
This is world's first 6G-powered electronic warfare system
Chinese researchers have developed the world's first electronic warfare system powered by 6G technology.
Donald Trump extends US TikTok sale deadline for third time
President Donald Trump has once again extended the deadline for TikTok to separate from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. The new deadline is now set for mid-September.
This Chinese satcom tech transmits data 5x faster than Starlink
A team of Chinese scientists has achieved a major breakthrough in satellite communication.
Who is Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?
As the conflict between Iran and Israel intensifies, reports suggest that Israel had plans to eliminate Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
How China's brain chip challenges Neuralink's global dominance
China has successfully conducted its first clinical trial of a brain-computer interface (BCI), a technology that enables brain signals to control external devices.
Why AI-generated pet dramas have taken social media by storm
AI-generated pet dramas, short and melodramatic animal tales, are taking the internet by storm.
This Chinese AI start-up helps Nike, Gap predict fashion trends
Hangzhou Zhiyi Technology, a pioneering Chinese start-up, is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize apparel design and production.
Who's Blaise Metreweli, 1st female MI6 chief in 116 years
Blaise Metreweli has been appointed the new head of Britain's foreign intelligence service, MI6, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday.
This heat shield can withstand temperatures as high as 3,600°C
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary carbide ceramic material that can withstand temperatures as high as 3,600 degree Celsius in an oxidizing environment.
These Chinese LED bulbs might last for 20 years
Chinese scientists have made a major breakthrough in LED technology, paving the way for a new era of energy-efficient and highly luminous electronic devices.
Washington Post faces cyberattack, email accounts of journalists leaked
The Washington Post has confirmed a cyberattack targeting the email accounts of some of its journalists.
India's semiconductor era begins: Inside Tata's first chip plant
Tata Electronics is establishing India's first semiconductor fabrication facility in Dholera, near Ahmedabad.
China's biotech stocks up 60% this year: What's fueling rally?
China's biotechnology sector is witnessing a remarkable comeback, with stocks surging over 60% since January.
China successfully conducts human trial of Neuralink-like brain implant
China has become the second country in the world to conduct a human trial of an invasive brain-computer interface (BCI), state broadcaster CCTV reported.
Why Mercedes-Benz has recalled almost 13,450 electric cars in China
Mercedes-Benz has announced a major recall of its EQC electric vehicles in China.
AI may be able to think like humans after all
A group of Chinese researchers has provided the first evidence that artificial intelligence (AI) large language models can spontaneously form a human-like system to understand and categorize natural objects.
Why NVIDIA is barring China from its revenue, profit forecasts
NVIDIA, the leading American semiconductor company, has excluded China from its revenue and profit forecasts.
Apple reclaims title of top-selling smartphone brand in China
Apple has reclaimed its position as the top-selling smartphone brand in China, according to Counterpoint Research.
What is AUKUS, submarine deal between Australia, UK and US?
Australia's Defense Minister Richard Marles has expressed confidence that the AUKUS submarine deal with the United Kingdom and the United States will go ahead, despite reports that the Pentagon is reviewing the 2021 deal.
With photonic chip, China targets AI, 6G, and quantum dominance
China has joined the global race to mass produce high-performance photonic chips.
China approves world's largest amphibious plane for mass production
China's home-grown AG600, the world's largest amphibious plane, has been approved for mass production.
How China's full control over samarium supply threatens Western militaries
China has tightened its grip on the global supply of samarium, a rare earth mineral.
US, China strike deal on rare earth minerals, student visas
US President Donald Trump has announced a major trade agreement with China.