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Taiwan proposes record USD 35B defence budget for 2027 as China's military pressure grows

Taiwan plans a record defense budget to counter China's military threats. This significant increase signals intensified efforts to deter potential aggression from Beijing. The proposed budget exceeds three percent of the island's gross domestic product. Taiwan's president previously pledged to raise defense spending by 2030. This move comes as China…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Formerly China's Richest Man, a Disgraced Real Estate Mogul Is Now Headed To Prison For Life

Hui Ka Yan, the founder of the Evergrande Group, will now spend the rest of his life in prison just five years after his property development company collapsed and sent shockwaves through the Chinese economy.

International Business Times · Aug 20

AP reporter Christopher Bodeen, a tenacious chronicler of China's rise, dies at 55

Longtime AP correspondent Christopher Bodeen has died at 55

The Independent UK · Aug 20

The US and others turn to Brazil for rare earths, raising environmental concerns

Brazil is becoming a key global battleground for rare earth minerals that are crucial for renewable energy and technology

The Independent UK · Aug 20

The most terrifying and futuristic humanoid machines on display at China’s World Robot Conference

Chinese robot firms are wooing potential ⁠customers and investors at the World Robot Conference

The Independent UK · Aug 20

China's robot traffic cops cannot fine but will politely ask you to wear helmet instead; built to work without any break, they can spot violations through rush hour and poor weather

China's traffic robot cops cannot fine or arrest violators but issue polite warnings instead, and are built to work through rush hour, poor weather and extreme heat without a break. Since May, 15 such robots deployed in Hangzhou have issued over 170,000 warnings and helped cut helmetless riding and stop-line…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Taiwan proposes a record $35B defense budget for 2027 as China’s military pressure grows

Taiwan's government has proposes a record-high defense budget of over 1 trillion Taiwan dollars, or $35 billion, for next year

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Founder of China’s Evergrande jailed for life after pleading guilty to fraud

Hui Ka Yan also forfeits all his personal property and the company he set up is given hefty fines

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

Seasonic unveils world's first 80 Plus Ruby ATX power supply — Prime Enterprise RX-1600 delivers 1600W with up to 95.4% efficiency

Seasonic has introduced the world's first 80 Plus Ruby certified 115V ATX PSU, the Prime RX-1600. The new unit features an efficiency rating of up to 95% at 20% to 50% load.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 20

Borders neglected in past, top priority for Modi govt now: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on claims of Chinese intrusion in Arunachal Pradesh

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated border areas are now a top priority for the government. He referenced past neglect and acknowledged China's infrastructure advantage. Former Defence Minister A K Antony admitted India's historical policy of underdevelopment. Antony also noted that this policy changed decades ago.

The Economic Times · Aug 20