Trump covets Greenland for its location. Here's why Greenland's strategic location above the Arctic Circle makes it a focal point in global security and trade debates The Independent UK · Jul 8
China’s DeepSeek is building its own AI chip to end US reliance ChatGPT rival is seen as the standard-bearer of China's AI ambitions after releasing an AI model that went viral worldwide last year The Independent UK · Jul 8
Chinese men in Germany used Telegram groups to share rape videos and drugging tips: Prosecutors Prosecutors are investigating a Telegram network used by Chinese men for sexual assaults. These perpetrators referred to women as "cars" and rape as "driving" in their chats. Investigations have led to convictions and ongoing trials for several alleged members of this group. Similar cases of drug-facilitated sexual assaults are emerging… The Economic Times · Jul 8
Hundreds of snakes escape after floodwaters inundate breeding farm in China Authorities deploy emergency teams to capture escaped reptiles and warn residents to avoid flooded areas until recovery operations are complete The Independent UK · Jul 8
China issues 'backdoor' security alert over Anthropic's Claude Code China's industry ministry identified a serious security backdoor risk in Anthropic's Claude Code. The National Vulnerability Database warned of unauthorised data transmission from affected versions. NVDB advised that organisations and users should immediately review affected systems and either uninstall the impacted versions or upgrade to the latest secure release in… The Economic Times · Jul 8
The Indo-Pacific is heating up, and the reason isn’t just super El Niño, but also gunpowder In light of rising regional tensions, Prime Minister Modi embarked on a crucial visit to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. With China boasting the world’s largest navy and recent missile tests, Indonesia's security has come under scrutiny due to Beijing’s maritime claims. India’s stance promotes a free and open Indo-Pacific… The Times of India · Jul 8
Landslide kills 21 people as storms and heavy rains wreak havoc in China President Xi Jinping calls for ‘all-out’ rescue efforts as country grapples with multiple weather crises The Independent UK · Jul 8
Lithuania seeks China reset while maintaining hard line on Russia Lithuania's incoming government has pledged to maintain a hard line on Russia while moving to restore diplomatic ties with China. Euronews · Jul 8
iPhone 18 Pro Max Leak Reveals Biggest iPhone Battery Ever, and US Buyers Get More Than China Does Leaked filings point to a 5,567mAh battery in the US iPhone 18 Pro Max, the biggest ever in an iPhone, with American models getting more capacity than Chinese versions. International Business Times UK · Jul 8
Chinese men in Germany used Telegram groups to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say A German investigation into an online predator network that thrived on the messaging app Telegram for years has led to the convictions of three alleged members of the group's inner circle and the ongoing trial of a fourth man in Berlin The Independent UK · Jul 8
Could the Vivo X300e Be Vivo's Biggest Upgrade Yet? Sometimes, the biggest smartphone announcements happen long before a company officially unveils a device. A certification listing, a leaked specification, or a small regulatory document can reveal more than expected That's exactly what's happening with the Vivo X300e. The upcoming smartphone has reportedly appeared on China's 3C certification platform, and… MyLifeXP · Jul 8
Earthquake of magnitude 5.0 strikes China, emergency response underway China earthquake: A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck China's Sichuan region shortly after a landslide. Rescue operations concluded after 33 people were buried in Gansu province. State media reported that the death toll from the landslide rose to 21. All trapped individuals were recovered by early Wednesday morning. Seven people sustained… The Economic Times · Jul 8
Mitch McConnell’s wife reveals stunning decision to stay on China trip after he was hospitalized: report Little is know about the state of McConnell’s health after the June health scare The Independent UK · Jul 8
Gold eases as fresh US-Iran tensions lift oil prices, rate-hike bets Gold prices fell to a near-weekly low as U.S. strikes on Iran boosted oil and the dollar. Higher interest rate expectations are pressuring the non-yielding precious metal. China's central bank reported its largest monthly gold reserve increase in over two years. Hong Kong authorities unveiled measures to bolster currency and… The Economic Times · Jul 8
The Independent UK · Jul 8 Death toll of landslide in northwestern China rises to 21 as rescue operations conclude The death toll from a landslide in northwestern China rose to 21, state media have reported Wednesday, following the conclusion of rescue operations at the scene
The Guardian - AU · Jul 7 Plenty of players but no grassroots: can China ever grow into a footballing giant? Some of its amateur matches pull in bigger crowds than European leagues but are more of a spectacle than a pathway to the professional game, say experts
AAP · Jul 7 PM pressured to confront China over missile test Anthony Albanese is being urged to pick up the phone and discuss China's test-firing of a missile into the Pacific with the Asian superpower's leader.
InsideEVs · Jul 7 Another Chinese EV Player Just Landed In North America Leapmotor launched its B10 crossover in Mexico, just as the U.S. is cracking down harder than ever on Chinese cars.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 7 ‘Software glitch’ blamed for mass outage – as it happened The day’s events as they happened
Euronews · Jul 7 Ratify Mercosur or risk losing South America to China, Uruguay warns EU In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Montevideo's foreign minister, Mario Lubetkin, talks about the Mercosur trade agreement, Uruguay's political options and Trump's attempts at imposing his will in the Western Hemisphere.
International Business Times UK · Jul 7 McConnell Hospitalized 3 Weeks, Office Silent, Wife Met China's VP, and Social Media Demands Answers Mitch McConnell remains hospitalised with no update from his office as Elaine Chao's Beijing meeting with China's Vice President Han Zheng, just three days later, draws fresh scrutiny.
Bangkok Post · Jul 7 The mining challenge Since 2024, villagers in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai living along the Kok, Sai, Ruak and Mekong rivers have suffered water pollution caused by runoff from gold and earth mines in Shan State, northern Myanmar.
AAP · Jul 7 Protect us all: pact a new era for 'Pacific family' Australia and PNG have welcomed their alliance coming into force after a diplomatic blitz from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
AAP · Jul 7 'Bloody hope it's time': Reid eyes Opals World Cup spot Opals guard Steph Reid is desperate for a ticket to Berlin in September as she eyes her first major international tournament.
The Independent UK · Jul 7 Congressional committee on China asks Wizards and Capitals owner to cut ties with Alibaba The owner of Washington’s NBA and NHL teams received a letter from the chair of the House Select Committee on China asking him to cut ties with Alibaba, the Chinese tech giant that has gone to court to dispute the Pentagon’s designation of the corporation as a “Chinese military company.”