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Volkswagen scraps revenue growth forecast as tariffs, China weigh

Volkswagen now expects sales revenue to decline by up to three percent this year. The company announced a radical overhaul to counter costly tariffs and competition. Second-quarter results showed a significant profit slump, prompting a restructuring plan. This plan includes a proposed reduction of approximately 100,000 jobs across the group.…

The Economic Times

Twenty-one states and D.C. have open availability of voter files

President Donald Trump (R) addressed the nation in a speech on July 16, 2026, during which he said that China gained illicit access to 220 million U.S. voter files, including names, addresses, phone numbers, and political party preferences.

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Global Market: China, Hong Kong stocks slide as oil surge fuels inflation concerns

Asian markets saw declines in China and Hong Kong equities on Friday. Crude oil prices surged above $100 a barrel, intensifying inflation worries. Investors remained cautious due to geopolitical risks and upcoming large IPOs. Technology shares received some support from policy expectations. Rising energy costs and liquidity pressures will influence…

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China's memory chip makers ride AI boom to new power, US scrutiny

Chinese chipmakers CXMT and YMTC are now dictating memory chip prices globally. These companies are securing significant deals with major Chinese tech firms. Both firms are preparing for blockbuster initial public offerings soon. They face scrutiny from the United States over military ties and market power. Expanded manufacturing capacity aims…

The Economic Times

Once a textile powerhouse, Syria is betting on an industrial comeback

Syria once produced garments that reached Arab and European markets, but the civil war dismantled the industry over the years. With sanctions lifted and investors beginning to return, Aleppo's first major trade fair in years is testing whether that world can be rebuilt.

Euronews

How to train at a Shaolin kung fu centre, like Victor Wembanyama and IShowSpeed

HONG KONG — Celebrities like National Basketball Association (NBA) stars Victor Wembanyama and Jaylen Brown, and multimillionaire streamer IShowSpeed, have one thing in common - they all underwent professional training in one of China's Shaolin centres. With the "Chinamaxxing" trend on the rise, many are drawn to martial arts such…

Bangkok Post

US to impose new tariffs of up to 12.5% on 60 trading partners, including Thailand, on Friday

The United States on Friday will impose new tariffs of either 10% or 12.5% on goods from its top 60 trading partners, including China, Japan and Thailand, officials said, citing their alleged failure to adequately ban the import of goods made with forced labour.

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US is ready to help end the 'senseless war' in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead, Rubio says

Secretary Rubio expressed the Trump administration's commitment to ending the Ukraine war. He acknowledged that diplomacy requires sustained effort and new ideas for resolution. Discussions also focused on escalating fighting in the Middle East and South China Sea. China defended its maritime military actions while the Philippines reported harassment.

The Economic Times

Inside Iran's accelerating execution campaign amid wartime crackdown

Iran has executed dozens of political prisoners since the war began. Activists fear intensified executions to instill societal fear and silence dissent. Hundreds of political prisoners and protesters currently face capital charges. Many inmates protest executions for drug-related charges and murder. The nation remains a prolific executioner, second only to…

The Economic Times

Pastor recounts ‘miracle’ release from Chinese prison after Trump intervened

Trump’s intervention came after he vowed to ‘save our Great Christian population’

The Independent UK

Ratchanok survives another scare

Ratchanok Intanon survived another three-game test to advance to the quarter-finals of the US$2 million BWF China Open on Thursday.

Bangkok Post

PM defends stance on China

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dismissed Taiwan's criticism of Thailand's support for the One China policy on Thursday, saying Bangkok's position would not affect economic ties with Taipei.

Bangkok Post

US-China AI race is heating up, but these 10 professions are still too expensive for robots to replace - is your job safe?

Jobs safe from AI: Americans perceive China leading in artificial intelligence development currently. However, automating many common jobs proves prohibitively expensive for businesses. Nursing assistants and home health aides are among the most costly roles to automate. Cashiering represents a cheaper automation prospect compared to other professions.

The Economic Times

World Cup boosts Chinese tourists' interest in Spain as flight searches soar

Spain’s World Cup triumph has sparked a surge in flight searches from China to Barcelona, Tenerife and Malaga, with increases of up to 33-fold.

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A Bill Taking Aim At Chinese Cars In America Just Advanced In The Senate. It Could Hit Mercedes Too

The Senate has moved forward legislation that would ban automakers from selling cars in the U.S. if Chinese investors have too high of an ownership stake.

International Business Times

U.S. Companies Claim China Is Using Their Tech To Build AI Models. Now Congress Wants To Take Action

Lawmakers are taking aim at Chinese AI models, which they say are being developed with stolen U.S. technology.

The Independent UK

Trump confirms date for visit from China’s Xi to talk AI: ‘Biggest thing anybody’s ever seen’

Xi’s state visit will be his first to Washington since the Obama administration

International Business Times

Can China Copy Its Way To AI Dominance? Trump Administration Says Kimi K3 Is The Result Of Anthropic "Heist"

Trump administration accuses the Chinese startup of distilling Anthropic's models and evading U.S. chip controls in the wake of Moonshot's release of Kimi K3 AI model.

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Benzinga

Chevron’s Biggest Stock Rally Since 2022 Faces a China-Sized Problem

Oil stocks are pricing in another supply shock.

Bangkok Post

One song, too many political interpretations

In recent days, one of the most widely discussed topics across online media has been the moment when Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul performed Tian Mi Mi (Sweet Honey), the iconic song made famous by Taiwanese singer Teresa Teng, in front of Chinese Premier Li Qiang during an official visit to…

The Independent UK

Toll from landslide in southwestern China rises to 11 dead, with 50 people still missing

Teams searching the rubble of last week's landslide in Chongqing, China, have found three more bodies, bringing the death toll to 11

The Independent UK

Viral ‘Kimi AI’ is built on stolen technology, Trump tech advisor claims

Accusations come amid escalating fight between US and China over artificial intelligence

Benzinga

Jensen Huang Backs 'Excellent' Chinese AI Models, Tells Washington to Ditch 'Science Fiction' Fears: 'Misunderstood The Impact of Kimi'

Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang said the U.S. should embrace, not ban, China’s AI models, arguing that high-quality open-source technology should be used rather than feared.

Digital Camera World

New “Made in Vietnam” Nikon lens surfaces, have Trump tariffs forced production to shift from China?

I thought Nikon only made one lens in Vietnam, but a picture of a new “Made in Vietnam” lens suggests that things have changed...

Bangkok Post

China’s durian imports from Thailand and Malaysia soar as glut pressures growers

HONG KONG — China's durian imports rose 47%, year on year, in the first half of 2026, with Thailand and Malaysia posting particularly strong gains, according to customs data, as Southeast Asian exporters offloaded a glut of the fruit that had sparked a price drop.

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