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US Says Iran Nuclear Deal 'in Sight' but Urgent Need to Finalize

The United States said Monday a deal was possible with Iran on its nuclear program but that an agreement had to be completed urgently as Tehran advances its capabilities, on the eve of renewed talks. The negotiations -- attended by China, France, Germany, Russia, United Kingdom, Iran and the United…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Covid live: Italy and Spain to ease mask mandate; UK records 66,183 new cases – as it happened

Italy and Spain relax rules on wearing masks in outdoor spaces; UK records 314 Covid-related deaths

The Guardian - AU

Hanyu idolized in China

BEIJING -- Figure skating star Yuzuru Hanyu hit the ice for the first time at the Beijing Winter Olympic Games on Tuesday.

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Gu takes home gold for China as Peng watches from stands

Teen took top spot with stunning final jump as tennis star who made sexual assault allegations was spotted in the crowd.

Al Jazeera

Eileen Gu takes big air skiing gold with dramatic final run in Beijing

Nicknamed ‘snow princess’, Gu lands a first 1620 on her final jump in women’s freestyle big air event

The Independent UK

US approves $100m arms sale for Taiwan to improve missile defence

The US State Department has approved a possible $100 million (3.3 billion baht) weapons sale to Taiwan so that the self-ruled island can improve its Patriot missile defence system amid pressure by China, the US government said Monday.

Bangkok Post

EXPLAINER: How China got blue skies in time for Olympics

The clear skies greeting Olympic athletes in Beijing this month is a stark change from just a decade ago when the city’s notorious air pollution often made it difficult to make out nearby buildings

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N. Korea increases virus budget after partial border opening

North Korea plans to increase its government spending on pandemic measures by one-third this year to carry out leader Kim Jong Un’s calls for a more advanced virus response

The Independent UK

Peng Shuai watches Gu win Olympic gold in freeski big air

Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai sat with International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach and watched American-born Chinese freeskier Eileen Gu win gold at the women’s big air event

The Independent UK

US Approves Deal To Boost Taiwan Defense Systems

The US$100 million arms deal is meant to help Taiwan “sustain, maintain, and improve” its air-defense missiles in the face of pressure from China, a U.S. defense agency said.

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US-born freeskier Gu wins Olympic big air gold for China

American-born Eileen Gu of China cranked out the first 1620 of her career on her final jump to earn the first of what she hopes will be three gold medals at the Beijing Olympics in women’s freestyle big air

The Independent UK

At UN, Russia, China call out 'unilateral' sanctions

Russia, facing the threat of Western penalties over Ukraine, and China on Monday spoke out against what they called "unilateral" sanctions imposed by countries without the backing of the United Nations Security Council.

Bangkok Post

How to watch USA vs. Canada, live stream, TV channel, time, Women’s Olympic Hockey

The United States will meet Canada in Women's Olympic hockey prelims on Monday night from Beijing, China.

USA Today Sports Media Group

We Chat With Xpeng President and Vice Chairman Brian Gu

Listen to the Podcast panel talk with Brian Gu, President and Vice Chairman of Xpeng Motors, one of China's fastest growing automakers.

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Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 day four – as it happened

Day four of the XXIV Olympic Winter Games

Reuters

U.S. approves $100 million sale for Taiwan missile upgrades

The United States has approved a possible $100 million sale of equipment and services to Taiwan to "sustain, maintain, and improve" its Patriot missile defense system, the Pentagon said on Monday, drawing an angry threat of retaliation from Beijing.

Reuters

U.S. think tank identifies North Korea base likely intended for ICBMs

A Washington think tank says it has identified a military base close to North Korea's border with China that is likely intended for stationing of intercontinental ballistic missiles.

Reason

No Pseudonymity in Challenge to Justice Department's "China Initiative"

From Chief Judge Beryl Howell's decision Jan. 28 in Lee v. U.S.: Plaintiff, who is using the name "Lee" for purposes of this case, seeks to proceed under pseudonym in the instant action seeking declaratory and injunctive relief related to the "China Initiative," an alleged "government sponsored program which institutionalizes…

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U.S. urges N.Korea to focus on needs of its people, not missiles

The United States called on North Korea on Monday to defund its nuclear and ballistic missile programs and prioritize the needs of its own people, as Russia and China blamed sanctions for worsening the humanitarian situation in the hermit Asian state.

Wales Online

Prison for man and woman found to be operating a brothel in Birmingham

They made thousands of pounds from exploiting young Chinese women

The Hindu

With East Asian doors shut, Indians fan out wide

China, Japan, Korea and Thailand have been off the tennis map for two years

The Independent UK

Leaked video shows F35 fighter crashing on aircraft carrier and going up in flames in South China Sea

‘It looks like the pilot has lost control and is suffering oscillations,’ former Royal Australian Air Force officer says

Bangkok Post

Tour bubble plan in works

The government will open discussions to set up travel bubbles with China and Malaysia this month to attract more foreign visitors, following the resumption of the Test & Go scheme on Feb 1.

France 24

Covid 'costumes' and why the incredible is increasingly believable

Many far-fetched stories are emerging from China these days and if there's a connection to Covid-19, what may appear farcical can be believable. We take a look at one claim doing the rounds on social media about children allegedly wearing spacesuits in a bid to avoid contamination.

The Independent UK

White House pushes back Pelosi China warning and says it ‘100% supports’ US athletes protesting at Olympics

Chinese authorities are known for their harsh tactics towards anyone protesting against their government

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