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US, China eye rebalancing economic ties during upcoming Trump-Xi talks

US President Donald Trump is set to embark on his three-day visit to China with the objective of rebalancing trade, safeguarding US economic strength and national security. Senior US officials said that topics expected between the two sides include continued work on a US-China Board of Trade and Board of…

The Times of India

What was hidden inside the Great Wall for 400 years: Secrets buried beneath centuries of silence unearthed

For centuries, the Great Wall of China has stood like a silent scar across mountains and deserts, carrying stories most people will never hear. Tourists see the stone paths and steep watchtowers. Historians see dynasties, wars, and empires. But deep inside one rugged section near Beijing, archaeologists have now uncovered…

The Times of India

China's Hanyuan-2 debuts as 'world's first' dual-core quantum computer — 200-qubit claims incredible power efficiency, but lacks critical performance benchmarks

CAS Cold Atom Technology, a Wuhan-based firm affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), unveiled what it calls the world's first dual-core quantum computer.

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Is US fighting 'wrong war'? Iran threatens Trump's $500bn Stargate project - report

The escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran is beginning to spill beyond the battlefield and into the global technology race, with Chinese analysts warning that Washington’s flagship US$500 billion Stargate AI Project could face major disruption as instability spreads across the Gulf.

The Times of India

Trump Gold Phone Scam? 'Made in USA' Mobile Likely Sourced in China, Release Date Delays Raise More Questions

The Trump-branded T1 smartphone faces criticism over manufacturing claims and delays, with reports suggesting it may be made in China, sparking consumer and political backlash.

International Business Times

Donald Trump will arrive in Beijing this week knowing that Xi holds all the cards

The US president will be counting on China to influence Iran and help him out of his latest mess. But the price may be high – including for Taiwan, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

The Guardian - UK

Trump news at a glance: Marco Rubio hopes for ‘serious offer’ from Iran on ceasefire proposal

Tehran accuses Washington of ‘reckless military adventure’; Trump prepares for rare China visit amid turbulent backdrop – key US politics stories from 9 May 2026 at a glance

The Guardian - US

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My Take 5 (Edition 68): The week that was in international affairs

Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5. This week we are discussing Russia’s scaled-down May 9 parade due to fears of Ukrainian drone strikes, Poland’s massive defence investment, US Iran playing cat and mouse with negotiations and Strait of Hormuz, Vietnam President To Lam’s state visit to India,…

The Times of India

Tehran, Taiwan, trade … what are the hazards facing Trump on Xi summit tightrope?

US leader enters talks with superpower rival from vulnerable position, but will be hoping for economic wins amid turbulent backdrop

The Guardian - UK

This New European Electric SUV Has A Secret From China

The new Opel electric crossover will look German, may be built in Spain, but with Leapmotor’s EV architecture and battery tech.

InsideEVs

'Trust Doesn't Collapse Overnight': Experts Warn US Debt Is Now Accelerating America's Rivalry With China

The US is projected to borrow over $2 trillion in a fiscal year, raising concerns among economists about fiscal sustainability and geopolitical implications, with interest payments rivaling major federal expenditures.

International Business Times

U.S. Sanctions Nine Chinese and Hong Kong Entities for Arming Iran — Days Before Trump's Summit With Xi

Whether Trump raises the sanctions directly with Xi next week — or whether Beijing uses them as a negotiating chip — may say more about the true state of U.S.-China relations than any summit communiqué.

International Business Times

Trump-Xi Beijing Summit To Focus On Iran Conflict, Trade Tensions

US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping will meet in Beijing later next week, but the focus of the summit is likely to remain on the Iran war.

International Business Times

3 Big Takeaways From The Beijing Auto Show

The Beijing Auto Show had more than 180 debuts this year, making it the largest and most important auto show in the world.

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The Economic Times

Congress seeks discussion in Parliament on China's 'support' to Pak in Operation Sindoor

Congress has demanded a parliamentary debate following China's admission of providing technical support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. The party questions the Modi government's approach to China, citing loosened trade curbs and increased industrial dependency. This development follows China's state broadcaster airing an interview confirming engineer involvement with Pakistan's air…

The Economic Times

Thailand's SiamAI denies exporting US AI servers to China

Bangkok-based SiamAI has denied allegations of exporting AI servers to China, stating full compliance with US export control laws. The company's statement comes amid US prosecutors' claims of billions in US AI technology being shipped to China, with SiamAI asserting it has not engaged in such activities.

The Guardian - UK

Middle East negotiations continue as US awaits Iranian response to latest peace proposal – as it happened

Centcom says it has struck two tankers heading for Iran after Tehran warned Washington was violating fragile ceasefire; two days of ‘intensive talks’ between Israel and Lebanon slated as strikes continue in the region

InsideEVs

While You Stop For A 30-Minute Charge, Nio Just Swapped 1 Million EV Batteries In A Week

Nio's EV battery-swapping isn't just a gimmick. The Chinese EV maker has handled over 100 million swaps to date.

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The Economic Times

India between empires: A reality check

India's rich history flourished through trade and collaboration rather than illusionary dominance. In the current geopolitical landscape, with tensions alongside China and the US, genuine independence hinges on nurturing economic, intellectual, and military strengths. Embracing our interconnected world is essential; dismissing it only feeds false narratives about our identity.

Axios

What's behind Washington's AI safety pivot

New signals of possible changes ahead of President Trump's trip to China next week.

Times Pets

Most Expensive Dog in the World That Costs More Than a House

In a world where luxury is often measured in mansions, supercars, and private jets, one dog managed to shock the entire planet by carrying a price tag higher than many homes. The dog was not a mythical creature or a genetically engineered experiment. It was a Tibetan Mastiff named Big…

Caixin Global

Business Brief (May 8): TikTok Thailand Expansion Approved

China-EU trade tensions rise, Australia issues final ruling on Chinese steel products

The Guardian - UK

Former China defence ministers convicted of corruption in latest purge of military leaders

Ex-defence ministers, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe both sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve, among the most severe sentences in a years-long purge

The Independent UK

Two Chinese former ministers handed suspended death sentences in latest Xi purge

Xi has used anti-corruption as a way to consolidate political loyalty and control among the political elite

The Independent UK

New data on 2022 China plane crash suggests cockpit struggle and fuel cut

Newly released data suggests that someone intentionally cut off the fuel to both engines of a China Eastern Airlines jet and there was a struggle over the controls before the plane slammed into a mountain in 2022

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