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ABC News - Top stories
China, at UN, warns against 'expansion of the battlefield' in the Ukraine war
Beijing says it's committed to diplomatic effort to push the conflict to an end.1 hour ago - Ukraine -
NBC News - Top stories
Chinese adoptees say they feel conflicted after China announces end to international adoptions
Chinese adoptees say they have conflicted feelings after China announces end to international adoptions.5 hours ago - China -
MarketWatch - Business
Bitcoin’s on track for its best September ever, thanks to China’s stimulus measures
Bitcoin races toward best September in history, after China promises big stimulus measures and as traders count on more Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.5 hours ago - China -
ABC News - Tech
Japanese fans bid farewell to beloved panda pair before their return to China
Thousands of Japanese fans have bid farewell to their beloved panda couple that made their final public appearance at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo before returning to China for medical treatment5 hours ago - China -
MarketWatch - Business
China ETFs post best week on record after Beijing fires policy ‘bazooka’ to boost economy. Is it time to jump in?
China ETFs have surged on the back of a blitz of stimulus measures by the country’s government to revive the world’s second-largest economy.7 hours ago - China -
MarketWatch - Business
Why China stocks are now a buy for U.S. investors
Unusual action for the S&P 500, a hot bond market and interviews with acting HUD secretary and AT&T’s chief operating officer8 hours ago - China -
ABC News - World
Japanese fans bid farewell to beloved panda pair before their return to China
Thousands of Japanese fans have bid farewell to their beloved panda couple that made their final public appearance at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo before returning to China for medical treatment8 hours ago - China -
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ABC News - Tech
In global game of influence, China turns to a cheap and effective tool: fake news
In its bid for global influence, China is expanding its use of propaganda and fake news throughout the world, often disguising it with fake journalists and dubious sites posing as legitimate news ...12 hours ago - China -
The Guardian - World
‘I was so naive’: 10 years after Umbrella protests, Hongkongers remember China’s crackdown
Anniversary of pro-democracy demonstration takes place in city where protest has been largely criminalised and activists silenced. A decade ago today Hong Kong’s Central district filled with ...12 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The $1.7 Billion Takeover Brawl Fueled by a Fear of China
A battle for control of the world’s largest zinc smelter is dominated by fears it could one day end up in China’s hands.13 hours ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Russia and China Defy the West Deep in the Arctic
A Norwegian archipelago is emerging as a front line in Russia and China’s attempts to dominate trade routes and expand their military presence in the Arctic region, at the expense of the West.13 hours ago - China -
The Guardian - World
Ukraine war briefing: China and Brazil push peace plan at UN despite Zelenskyy opposition
Seventeen countries attended a meeting in New York led by Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi despite criticism from Ukrainian president. What we know on day 948. See all our Russia-Ukraine war ...16 hours ago - Ukraine -
CNBC - Business
European shares close at record high; luxury giants rally on China stimulus
European markets closed at a record high Friday, as stocks tracked higher on news of China's stimulus blitz and investors assessed fresh inflation data.Yesterday - China -
BBC News - Top stories
China nuclear sub sank in its dock, US officials say
The submarine sank earlier this year, in a major setback for the Chinese military, say US defence officials.Yesterday - China -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Song Binbin, China's Most Famous Red Guard, Dies at 77
She epitomized the deadly fervor of the Cultural Revolution and later apologized for her actions. In the U.S., she was considered just a scientist.Yesterday - China -
MarketWatch - Business
China stimulus wasn’t enough to convince retail investors to buy Chinese stocks
This week, the Chinese government unveiled a slew of stimulus measures to boost its economy and get national GDP to an annual growth target of 5%.Yesterday - China -
MarketWatch - Business
Macau casino owners Las Vegas Sands, Wynn Resorts, MGM extend stock gains on China stimulus
Las Vegas Sands owns five casinos in Macau, China, which generated $1.75 billion out of a total of $2.76 billion of the company’s second-quarter revenue.Yesterday - China -
MarketWatch - Business
World market cap set to hit new record of more than $123 trillion
Global stock-market capitalization is set to surpass its highest level in three years after the Federal Reserve slashed interest rates and China began stimulating its economy.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - World
China's Nuclear-Submarine Mishap Points to Challenge of Catching Up With U.S.
Building a potent nuclear submarine force would help China tighten control over its peripheral waters and improve its ability to seize Taiwan.Yesterday - China -
The Guardian - World
Murdoch’s REA raises Rightmove bid to £6.2bn; China stocks head for best week since 2008 – business live
Australia’s REA makes fourth proposal to buy British property portal and urges Rightmove board to ‘engage now’. Chinese stocks had their best week in many years, boosted by various stimulus ...Yesterday - China -
NBC News - Top stories
China stocks see best week since 2008 on stimulus impact as most Asia markets rise
Chinese markets clocked their best week in almost 16 years as the mainland’s CSI 300 rallied 15.7% this week, buoyed by several economic stimulus measures by the central bank.Yesterday - China -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Hurricane Helene hits Florida
Also in today’s newsletter, AI start-up revenues surge and Argentina’s rising poverty rateYesterday - Florida -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
From winless in 603 days to making history in China
After ending the longest losing streak for 52 years, China's Zhang Shuai makes history at the China Open by stunning US Open semi-finalist Emma Navarro.Yesterday - China -
NBC News - Top stories
Former defense minister set to lead Japan amid efforts to counter China's growing power
Shigeru Ishiba is set to become Japan’s new prime minister after the governing Liberal Democratic Party elected him as its new leader on Friday.Yesterday - China -
CNBC - Business
Alibaba, Tencent rally as Beijing stimulus plans push China's tech stocks to 13-month high
Chinese tech stocks including majors like Alibaba and Tencent rallied this week, pushing them to highs not seen in more than a year.Yesterday - China -
The New York Times - Business
China Stocks Soar in Biggest Single-Week Jump Since 2008
Economic stimulus moves triggered a broad rally in trading in Shanghai and Shenzhen.Yesterday - China -
Wired - Tech
China’s Plan to Make AI Watermarks Happen
New Chinese regulation attempts to define how AI content labeling should work and stamp out AI-generated disinformation.Yesterday - China -
Financial Times - Business
China’s bumper stimulus leaves consumers wanting more
Struggling homeowners highlight Beijing’s challenge in reigniting consumer confidenceYesterday - China -
Financial Times - Business
China’s most advanced nuclear submarine sank in shipyard, says US
First vessel of new Zhou class was being prepared for sea trialsYesterday - China -
CNBC - Business
China's industrial profits plunge by 17.8% in August from a year ago
China's industrial profits plunged by the most in more than a year, National Bureau of Statistics data showed Friday.Yesterday - China -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
A U.S. Crackdown Targeted an Adderall 'Pill Mill.' Secretly, It Had Already Moved to China.
The owner of Silicon Valley’s Done Global was arrested, but the telehealth company’s staff in China still provides easy access to stimulants for Americans.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
China’s newest nuclear submarine sank in dock, US officials confirm
Loss of state-of-the-art vessel in May or June is setback to Chinese push for naval parity with US. China’s efforts to achieve maritime military parity with the US have suffered a serious blow ...Yesterday - China -