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Home To 35% Of “Dirtier & Richers” Cities, India Still Fossil-fuelled, China Pulls Ahead On Cleaner Urbanisation

A new study reveals India's cities are increasingly tied to pollution as they grow richer, unlike China and parts of the West. While 80% of global cities are becoming cleaner and richer, India shows a concerning trend of rising fossil fuel dependence. However, Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata offer hope for…

The Times of India · May 18

Want to jump into the 'China is back' rally? Tread carefully

Investors are increasingly betting that “China is back” as the economy rebounds from years of deflation, helped by strong manufacturing, exports and growth in sectors such as AI, electric vehicles, green energy and high-end manufacturing. China’s GDP grew 5% in the first quarter, while tech and industrial stocks in Hong…

The Economic Times · May 18

Donald Trump-Xi Jinping summit: Taiwan absent from White House China visit summary amid Iran, trade focus

US President Trump's China visit yielded trade and investment pacts, including Boeing aircraft and agricultural deals. Both nations agreed on Iran's nuclear non-proliferation and Strait of Hormuz access. Notably, Taiwan, a key discussion point, was omitted from the White House fact sheet, despite Trump hinting at reconsidering arms sales.

The Times of India · May 18

Trump's Thinning Hair, Bald Spot Exposed in Viral Video After Intense Wind Whips Signature Combover

Images from Trump's China visit reveal a bald spot, sparking debates on ageing, appearance, and AI imagery. The viral photos prompted mixed reactions, from humour to defences of Trump's age.

International Business Times UK · May 17

Did China Humiliate Donald Trump With a Soft Seat to Make Him Appear 'Smaller' Than Xi Jinping?

A viral video from a Beijing summit sparked debate over seating arrangements, suggesting a deliberate snub of Trump. However, reports reveal Trump requested the cushion removal, debunking the claims.

International Business Times UK · May 17

Trump jets out of Beijing with zero deals on Taiwan, Iran, or tariffs but insists his talks with Xi were ‘very good’

President Donald Trump left Beijing empty-handed on the biggest sticking points between the U.S. and China, wrapping up a two-day summit with no deals on Taiwan, Iran, or tariffs. Despite the lack of concrete progress, Trump insisted his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping were “very good,” framing the meeting…

The Mary Sue · May 17

MS Now questioned Eric Trump’s presence in China, so he’s threatening a lawsuit over their ‘blatant lies,’ except they brought receipts

The lines between the presidency and business interests get murkier.

We Got This Covered · May 17

US Beef Exports to China Cook Up Row As MAGA Roils Brooke Rollins

US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins' post referred to China's reported agreement to implement what Rollins termed as beef commitments, angering Trump's MAGA base.

International Business Times · May 17

Get your G-Minus-2 on: China sets global power dynamics

China is leading global power dynamics with the US. India faces economic strain and a shifting geopolitical landscape. The nation's 'G-Minus-2' strategy is now a reality. China's new policies threaten supply chain diversification. India's economic vulnerability is evident. The Quad meeting in New Delhi will focus on China.

The Economic Times · May 17

North Korean women's soccer team arrives in South Korea for regional tournament

A total of 39 players and staff with North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s FC arrived at Incheon International Airport, just west of Seoul, aboard a plane from China. They didn't make any comments, though some activists shouted “Welcome! Welcome!" and citizens used their mobile phones to film their arrival.

The Economic Times · May 17