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The Hill - Politics
Is China preparing to attack Japan?
China may be preparing a surprise attack against Japan, involving a massive missile barrage against all major U.S. and Japanese military installations, in order to maximize the effectiveness of a ...3 days ago - China -
Financial Times - Business
Michael Jackson estate says accuser is trying to extract $213mn
The King of Pop’s legacy has generated $3bn since his death but remains overshadowed by child sex abuse claims3 days ago -
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The Hill - Politics
Canada’s tariff on China’s electric vehicles is all about US politics
It sends a message to the U.S. that Canada is willing and able to close Fortress North America to Chinese trade and investment, which is key if the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement is to be renewed in ...3 days ago - China -
CNBC - Business
Europe automaker shares slump after Mercedes becomes latest to cut 2024 guidance
Mercedes shares fell more than 6% Friday after the German carmaker cut its 2024 guidance on the back of weaker demand from China.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Lorne Michaels: 'SNL' will 'reinvent' how Trump is portrayed
Lorne Michaels, the creator and producer of "Saturday Night Live," says he will have to “reinvent” former President Trump’s character on the show. “I think we have the people to play [the ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Guardiola backs Rodri and players for industrial action over amount of games
Footballers concerned by increase in number of matches Guardiola: ‘Only the players have the power to do it’ Pep Guardiola has thrown support behind Rodri after the Manchester City midfielder ...3 days ago -
ABC News - World
Japan and China reach deal over Fukushima water release
Japan and China said Friday they have reached a deal toward resolving their disputes over the discharge of treated radioactive wastewater from the tsunami-hit Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant ...3 days ago - China -
ABC News - Top stories
Foster family pleads guilty to abusing children who had been tortured by parents
Three members of a foster family have pleaded guilty to abusing children, including several who previously were tortured by their parents in their Southern California home3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Watch: Burning Canadian bridge collapses into river
Footage shows the 88-year-old Red Bridge in Kamloops, British Columbia, engulfed in flames.3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Saints QB Derek Carr fined by NFL for Michael Jackson touchdown celebration
Carr promised his family he would do the MJ move if he scored a touchdown this season.3 days ago - NFL -
CBS News - Top stories
FTC report shows "staggering" amount of personal data collected on social media sites
The FTC ordered nine companies to provide information on their data collection practices. According to the report, through targeted ads on and off these platforms, they gather information like ...3 days ago -
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Financial Times - World
China’s electric carmakers warn of EU investment cuts over tariff threat
Statement comes as talks continue between Beijing’s commerce minister and European trade commissioner3 days ago - China -
ABC News - World
Philippine senator says China should do more to help fight cybercrime gangs
China should do more to battle the illegal online gambling and scam call centers run by Chinese criminal syndicates in Southeast Asian countries often using forced labor, a Philippine senator who ...3 days ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Mercedes, BMW Flash Warning Lights on China
Top-end German carmakers have joined expensive French handbags among the products hit by weak consumer sentiment in the country.3 days ago - China -
The New York Times - Business
China To ‘Gradually’ Resume Imports of Japanese Seafood
China imposed a ban last year after Japan began releasing treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea. They have agreed to expand monitoring of the water.3 days ago - China -
Financial Times - World
Abrdn to drop China from emerging markets fund
Manager says move is designed to give investors more choice as Chinese market lags behind rivals3 days ago - China -
NBC News - Top stories
Apple and Huawei battle for sales as their new phones launch on the same day in China
Many of Apple’s affluent iPhone users in China are just as interested in Huawei’s pricier trifold phone, CNBC found during spot checks at stores Friday, the day the iPhone 16 and Mate XT launched ...3 days ago - China -
Financial Times - World
US and Taiwan seek to strengthen drone supply chain to keep out China
Co-operation would be part of wider western ‘de-risking’ because of security fears over Chinese products3 days ago - China -
NBC News - Top stories
China and Japan end dispute over Fukushima water discharge
China and Japan reached a consensus in August on the discharge of radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant, the Chinese foreign ministry said Friday.3 days ago - China -
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Financial Times - Business
Fatal stabbing of 10-year-old rattles Japanese community in China
Spate of attacks reignites concern among expatriates and companies about anti-Japanese sentiment3 days ago - China -
MarketWatch - Business
Mercedes-Benz cuts guidance on slump in China’s economy
Mercedes-Benz shares fell 8% on Friday morning as the company cut its guidance for the second time since July4 days ago - China -
CNBC - Business
Japan's Nikkei leads gains in Asia Pacific after Wall Street soars; BOJ and PBOC hold rates
Traders in Asia also look toward August consumer prices index from Japan and Hong Kong, and central bank decisions from Bank of Japan and People's Bank of China.4 days ago - Japan -
CNBC - Business
China unexpectedly leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged after Fed’s jumbo cut
The People's Bank of China (PBOC) said it would keep the one-year loan prime rate (LPR) at 3.35%, as well as the five-year LPR at 3.85%.4 days ago - China -
Financial Times - World
Canada opens new critical minerals hub in push to end China’s dominance
Saskatchewan facility marks small step in drive to challenge Beijing’s control of processing rare earths4 days ago - China -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Michael Madsen files for divorce from DeAna Madsen, wife of 26 years
Michael Madsen files for divorce: The 'Reservoir Dogs' actor says that irreconcilable differences 'does not adequately describe' their contentious split.4 days ago