Starbucks Faces Growing Pains in China: Could a Stake Sale to Local Firms Help Revive Growth?Starbucks is exploring options, including selling its stake in China, to improve performance with local partners.
China Steals America's Top AI Talent: Is Silicon Valley Losing Its Edge?China is rapidly becoming a global AI hub, attracting top talent and fostering startups, supported by major tech firms and the government.
Shockwave Through Asia: US Plans Missile Deployment Near Okinawa for Taiwan CrisisThe U.S. and Japan plan missile deployments to counter potential Chinese aggression towards Taiwan, enhancing regional defense strategies.
China Fears the Worst as North Korea Strengthens Ties with Russia: The U.S. Is Watching CloselyChina is uneasy about North Korea's ties with Russia, fearing it may embolden Pyongyang against its interests amid regional tensions.
China’s Plan to Outmaneuver US Restrictions in Chip ManufacturingChina's semiconductor industry is rapidly growing, focusing on self-sufficiency, with production capacity expected to rise significantly.
China Opens Visa-Free Access for Japan—Why Now?China plans to resume short-term visa exemptions for Japan, aiming to boost tourism and investment following a recent summit.
Pizza or Nightmare? China’s Goblin Pizza Leaves Diners ShudderingPizza Hut China's "Goblin Pizza," inspired by a game, faces backlash for its unappealing appearance and negative public reactions.
Judge in Shanghai Calls Cryptos 'Commodities,' But Cautions Against Speculation and CrimeJudge Sun Jie clarifies that cryptocurrency is legal in China as a commodity but warns against its speculative and illicit uses.
US Needs News ‘Manhattan Project’ to Stay Ahead of China in AI, Report SaysThe USCC recommends a new "Manhattan Project" to enhance AI and tech competition with China, proposing 32 strategic measures.
China's Education System Faces Extreme Gender Imbalance: More Boys in Kindergarten, More Girls in CollegeChina's education system shows a gender imbalance, with more males in early education but a significant female majority in universities.
China's Safety Reputation Shattered After Deadly SUV Attack on SchoolgoersA tragic incident in Hunan, China, saw a driver intentionally hit students, raising concerns over public safety amid rising violence.
THAAD Leak Scandal: Ex-Officials Face Prosecution Over Alleged National Security BreachThe Board of Audit reported a leak of THAAD missile operation details to China involving former South Korean officials.
Tiger Attack in Northeast China: Resident Injured as Baekdusan Tiger StrikesA Siberian tiger attacked a resident in a village in Northeast China, biting their arm and fleeing the scene.
Marriage in China Hits Rock Bottom – What This Means for the Country's FutureChina's marriage rate has plummeted, with 2024 projected to see the lowest marriages since 1985, raising birth rate concerns.
China Executes Men for Repeated Sexual Assaults Against ChildrenChina executes three men for sexually assaulting minors, highlighting its strict zero-tolerance policy on such crimes against children.
Students Trapped in Fire as Facial Recognition System Delays Escape at Chinese UniversityA fire at a Chinese university dormitory has sparked controversy. Students were required to undergo facial recognition to evacuate.
Chinese Anti-Espionage Law Targets South Korean Tech Expert in Major CaseA man was questioned for flying a drone near a sensitive site, raising security concerns amid espionage allegations involving semiconductors.
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China’s ‘Prisoner for a Day’ Tourism Program Lets You Walk in the Footsteps of Exiled PrisonersChina launches a controversial tourism program allowing visitors to experience the lives of historically exiled prisoners at Ningguta.
$154,000 for a Truffle? Hong Kong Auction Sets New Record for White Alba TruffleA 908-gram white truffle fetched $154,000 at the 25th Alba White Truffle World Auction in Hong Kong, raising $385,000 total.
Starbucks Faces Growing Pains in China: Could a Stake Sale to Local Firms Help Revive Growth? Starbucks is exploring options, including selling its stake in China, to improve performance with local partners.
China Steals America's Top AI Talent: Is Silicon Valley Losing Its Edge? China is rapidly becoming a global AI hub, attracting top talent and fostering startups, supported by major tech firms and the government.
Shockwave Through Asia: US Plans Missile Deployment Near Okinawa for Taiwan Crisis The U.S. and Japan plan missile deployments to counter potential Chinese aggression towards Taiwan, enhancing regional defense strategies.
China Fears the Worst as North Korea Strengthens Ties with Russia: The U.S. Is Watching Closely China is uneasy about North Korea's ties with Russia, fearing it may embolden Pyongyang against its interests amid regional tensions.
China’s Plan to Outmaneuver US Restrictions in Chip Manufacturing China's semiconductor industry is rapidly growing, focusing on self-sufficiency, with production capacity expected to rise significantly.
China Opens Visa-Free Access for Japan—Why Now? China plans to resume short-term visa exemptions for Japan, aiming to boost tourism and investment following a recent summit.
Pizza or Nightmare? China’s Goblin Pizza Leaves Diners Shuddering Pizza Hut China's "Goblin Pizza," inspired by a game, faces backlash for its unappealing appearance and negative public reactions.
Judge in Shanghai Calls Cryptos 'Commodities,' But Cautions Against Speculation and Crime Judge Sun Jie clarifies that cryptocurrency is legal in China as a commodity but warns against its speculative and illicit uses.
US Needs News ‘Manhattan Project’ to Stay Ahead of China in AI, Report Says The USCC recommends a new "Manhattan Project" to enhance AI and tech competition with China, proposing 32 strategic measures.
China's Education System Faces Extreme Gender Imbalance: More Boys in Kindergarten, More Girls in College China's education system shows a gender imbalance, with more males in early education but a significant female majority in universities.
China's Safety Reputation Shattered After Deadly SUV Attack on Schoolgoers A tragic incident in Hunan, China, saw a driver intentionally hit students, raising concerns over public safety amid rising violence.
THAAD Leak Scandal: Ex-Officials Face Prosecution Over Alleged National Security Breach The Board of Audit reported a leak of THAAD missile operation details to China involving former South Korean officials.
Tiger Attack in Northeast China: Resident Injured as Baekdusan Tiger Strikes A Siberian tiger attacked a resident in a village in Northeast China, biting their arm and fleeing the scene.
Marriage in China Hits Rock Bottom – What This Means for the Country's Future China's marriage rate has plummeted, with 2024 projected to see the lowest marriages since 1985, raising birth rate concerns.
China Executes Men for Repeated Sexual Assaults Against Children China executes three men for sexually assaulting minors, highlighting its strict zero-tolerance policy on such crimes against children.
Students Trapped in Fire as Facial Recognition System Delays Escape at Chinese University A fire at a Chinese university dormitory has sparked controversy. Students were required to undergo facial recognition to evacuate.
Chinese Anti-Espionage Law Targets South Korean Tech Expert in Major Case A man was questioned for flying a drone near a sensitive site, raising security concerns amid espionage allegations involving semiconductors.
Biden and Xi to Meet Again in Peru Amid Growing Concerns Over North Korea's Role in Ukraine War Biden and Xi to meet in Peru amid concerns over North Korea's role in Ukraine and China's aggressive actions in the Taiwan Strait.
China’s ‘Prisoner for a Day’ Tourism Program Lets You Walk in the Footsteps of Exiled Prisoners China launches a controversial tourism program allowing visitors to experience the lives of historically exiled prisoners at Ningguta.
$154,000 for a Truffle? Hong Kong Auction Sets New Record for White Alba Truffle A 908-gram white truffle fetched $154,000 at the 25th Alba White Truffle World Auction in Hong Kong, raising $385,000 total.
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