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“You’re watching a lot of this film through your fingers”: We speak to director Mike Christie about bringing Wham!’s groundbreaking 1985 China trip back to life in a captivating new film

Combining never before seen archive footage with fresh interviews, Christie’s new film is the ultimate document of Wham!’s momentous but turbulent 1985 trip - and the legacy it left on a generation of Chinese fans

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How China turned one of its toughest mountain crossings into an 18-kilometre tunnel with an artificial sky to keep drivers safe

China's Qinling Zhongnanshan Tunnel features an artificial sky to combat driver fatigue. This innovative lighting system simulates daylight, easing anxiety for motorists underground. The 18-kilometer tunnel significantly reduced travel time through a challenging mountain range. Engineers incorporated advanced safety features and ventilation systems for secure passage. This project demonstrates engineering…

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Moonshot, DeepSeek, and the Great Chinese AI IPO Rush

Beijing's AI leaders are rushing toward the public markets, using IPOs to fund an escalating arms race against U.S. frontier models.

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Marco Rubio says China's actions in the South China Sea are 'disturbing'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described China's actions in the South China Sea as disturbing. The Philippines accused a Chinese coast guard vessel of firing a water cannon at a fisheries vessel. A Filipino sailor was injured after being struck with a baton by Chinese Coast Guard personnel. China…

The Economic Times

Stocks Slip Before the Open on AI Spending Worries and Higher Bond Yields

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -0.42%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are down -0.51% this morning as earnings from Alphabet and Tesla heightened concerns over the scale of AI spending, while rising oil prices drove bond yields higher.

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Best Fashion, Apparel & Textile Companies for 2026: Top Brands and Manufacturers to Know

The fashion, apparel, and textile industry is one of the most dynamic and fast-moving sectors in the global economy. From luxury garment manufacturers and sustainable fabric producers to custom clothing partners and direct-to-consumer brands, the landscape is constantly shifting as consumer expectations, technology, and ethical standards evolve. Whether you are…

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Democratic lawmakers propose bank funded by China tariffs to boost US manufacturing

Exclusive: Ro Khanna says ‘reindustrialization’ effort would provide grants, loans and investments to smaller businesses

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Business Brief (July 23): China’s $1 Trillion Sports Industry Push

Domestic new-energy vehicle sales top 1 million, Beijing to slap 55% tariff on Brazilian beef

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Tornado picks up car and flings it across road in dramatic video

Dashcam footage shows the moment a car in China was tossed through the air by a powerful tornado.

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Chipmaker CXMT debut spotlights China's state-funded path to tech power

Chipmaker CXMT's significant IPO showcases China's state-led funding model for strategic technology. Hefei city investors hold a substantial stake in the memory-chip maker. This debut reinforces Beijing's strategy for critical technology development and global competition. CXMT's success supports China's AI self-sufficiency push amid US restrictions. The government aims to reinvest…

The Economic Times

Global Market: CXMT's blockbuster IPO rewards Hefei's decade-long semiconductor investment

China's largest memory chipmaker, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), is set to debut on the Shanghai Stock Exchange after raising $8.6 billion in Asia's biggest IPO this year, highlighting the success of China's state-backed push to build domestic semiconductor champions and AI infrastructure.

The Economic Times

India's solar push idles factories unable to shake reliance on China

In a concerning turn for India's renewable energy sector, solar panel manufacturers are ceasing production because vital components are in short supply domestically. This hiccup leads to prolonged waits for crucial parts, ultimately threatening employment and investments. Additionally, with looming deadlines for India's 2030 solar capacity targets, China's technology export…

The Economic Times

Rubio meets Russia’s Lavrov as US bid to help end war in Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov appeared to mock reporters in Manila

The Independent UK

In 1995, she was declared dead and was moments away from cremation, but a funeral home worker noticed her foot move; today this China woman is an award-winning artist

Chen Cuiju, a young factory worker, was mistakenly declared dead in 1995 but in a miracle incident, she narrowly escaped cremation after a funeral home worker noticed movement. After recovering, she pursued traditional Chinese painting with a mentor's support. Today, she is a nationally recognized artist, celebrated for her resilience…

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China launches Gravity-1 rocket from sea, places nine satellites into orbit

China on Wednesday successfully launched its Gravity-1 commercial rocket from the East China Sea, placing nine satellites into their designated orbits and carrying out one payload experiment. The mission marked the first far-sea launch by a privately developed commercial rocket, demonstrating China's growing capability in long-range maritime launch operations.

The Economic Times

Cutting off Red Sea oil route may be one crisis too many

The Red Sea conflict has disrupted oil flows, impacting global energy markets. This escalation is now forcing oil tankers to reroute, increasing transit times significantly. Asian refining output has plummeted, and China's recovery faces new challenges. Soaring fuel prices are reducing global oil demand, affecting economic activity. The world faces…

The Conversation

China has cracked down on AI companions. What can we learn from this?

Since November 2022, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has been rewriting billions of emails, student assignments, reports, and break-up text messages. Alongside these mundane uses, we’ve seen a proliferation of chatbots as AI “companions”.

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‘A statement of freedom’: T-shirt slogan goes viral and book sales rocket in Taiwan after Hong Kong raids

Taiwanese people look on with concern at fate of Hong Kong’s independent booksellers, after series of arrests in recent months

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US looks to revive Ukraine peace efforts in Rubio-Lavrov meeting

Secretary Rubio will meet Lavrov in Manila to discuss ending the Ukraine war. He also plans to explore other areas of potential cooperation between the two nations. Rubio discussed a recent South China Sea incident with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This incident involved Chinese and Filipino forces in a…

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As Washington panics about Chinese AI, Jensen Huang says open-source models like Kimi are ‘excellent’ and should be embraced, not banned

The Nvidia CEO said open source AI models could fuel more demand for chips and data centers.

The Guardian - AU

Former spy refused visa to give evidence at royal commission – as it happened

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The Economic Times

China ready to properly handle sensitive issues with India: Foreign Minister Wang Yi

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed readiness to manage sensitive issues with India. He met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the sidelines of ASEAN meetings. Both nations aim to strengthen economic and cultural cooperation and maintain high-level exchanges. They will also enhance coordination within the BRICS framework for…

The Economic Times

DOGE alumni launch military cyber startup with $1.4 billion valuation

The startup, called Cathedral, was launched in recent months with a plan to secure US government contracts to bolster AI-driven cyber operations, including offensive and defensive capabilities, against US adversaries such as China, two of the sources said.

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Jensen Huang argues American companies should be allowed to use Chinese AI models — Nvidia CEO says backdoors connected to China are misconceptions

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang raised several points against the rising sentiment in Washington that U.S. firms should be prevented from accessing Chinese AI models. He also advocates for open models, which he says makes AI more secure.

The Times of India

Balen ends envoy snub amid protests, to meet India & China ambassadors

Nepal PM to hold one-on-one talks with both envoys on same day

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