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Sources: Nets-Suns set as NBA's return to China

The NBA will return to China for the first time since 2019 with two preseason games in Macao between the Nets and Suns in October, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - Dec. 6

NBA's Diplomatic Playbook Opens an Opportunity in China

Five years ago, a single internet post led to a ban on the league in basketball-crazy China—but there are steps toward a reconciliation.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6

Dining across the divide: ‘I’m not anti cyclist. I’m anti cyclists who ignore red lights and drive three or four abreast in front of me’

One is a left-leaning tactical voter, and the other a Tory police and crime commissioner – they disagreed on the new Labour government, but were they any closer on cycling? . Lisa, 44, Surrey . ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Nikola Jokic passes Magic Johnson on career triple-doubles list, but those aren't his most impressive numbers

Take a look at what is happening to the Nuggets when Jokic leaves the floor

CBS Sports - Dec. 6

Trump picks former senator Perdue for ambassador to China

President-elect says candidate’s international business career will help build relations with Beijing

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Move over Magic: Nuggets star Nikola Jokic goes past Johnson on career list with 139th triple-double

There are moments when Nikola Jokic does things on the court that seem to defy reason — almost magical

ABC News - Dec. 5

Nikola Jokić passes Magic Johnson for 3rd-most triple-doubles in NBA history

The Nuggets star could easily pass all-time leader Russell Westbrook in the coming years.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Will China’s manufacturing juggernaut run out of road?

Faced with weak demand at home and the threat of tariffs abroad, Beijing is under pressure to rethink its export-driven model

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Woman accused of sneaking onto Delta flight appears in front of New York judge

The woman accused of sneaking onto a transatlantic Delta Air Lines flight to Paris last week appeared in front of a federal judge in New York City on Thursday. CBS News New York reporter Elijah ...

CBS News - Dec. 5

Arsenal continue set piece magic, Amir Lowery chats open goal project & Alyssa Naeher says goodbye to USWNT

Christian and Alexis Arsenal’s impressive 2-0 win over Manchester United. They also discuss West Ham’s manager situation after another loss. Then, Christian and Alexis bring on Amir Lowery, former ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

LeBron James, J.J. Redick, and Magic Johnson All Used the Same Word to Describe the Lakers’ Recent Blowout Losses. It’s a Lesson in Emotional Intelligence (Backed by Science)

Negative emotions are unpleasant to experience, but they can be useful—if channeled in the right way.

Inc. - Dec. 5

NBA Power Rankings: 'Embarrassing' Lakers keep dropping, giant-slaying Hawks on the rise, Magic enter top five

Meanwhile, the Cavs are slowly but surely losing grip on the top spot

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Trump’s tariff threats could open the door to China

The elephant in the room is China, the other nation Trump has vowed to hit with tariffs.

The Hill - Dec. 5

GM loses its golden goose in China

With a slowing market fuelling a price war between local brands, the party for foreign carmakers looks over for now

Financial Times - Dec. 5

China Slaps Sanctions on 13 U.S. Defense Firms

The largely symbolic move is in response to the Biden administration’s latest arms sales to Taiwan, the island democracy that China considers its own.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

Ukraine's front-line fighters and dronemakers are trying to crowdfund their way to Russia's defeat through cheap strikes

Yahoo News - Dec. 5

GSK, China's Zhifei Expand Shingles Shot Collaboration

GSK extended its collaboration with Zhifei to commercialize its shingles vaccine Shingrix in China until 2034.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

Only China can now lead the world on climate

As far as global environmental concerns go, the US has an irretrievably split personality

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs power the Magic to a 106-102 win over the short-handed 76ers

Franz Wagner scored 35 points and Jalen Suggs had 17 to lead the Orlando Magic to a 106-102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers

ABC News - Dec. 4

Cowboys' Mike McCarthy values Dak Prescott's support, appreciates relationship with Jerry Jones, front office

Prescott mentioned McCarthy being deserving of a "second chance"

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Romania's surprise front-runner says he's not pro-Russia. But Romania alleges he had Moscow's help

The surprise front-runner in Romania’s presidential election insisted to The Associated Press in an interview Wednesday that he is not pro-Russian — hours before Romania declassified intelligence ...

ABC News - Dec. 4

76ers to be without Embiid, George vs. Magic

The 76ers will be without both Paul George and Joel Embiid for Wednesday night's game against the Magic, the team announced.

ESPN - Dec. 4

76ers vs. Magic odds, line, spread, start time: 2024 NBA picks, Dec. 4 predictions from proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA picks for Orlando Magic vs. Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

South Korea’s tumult is a symptom of China-US strife

As the globalisation-friendly world order fades, its new geoeconomic course is fraught with risk

Financial Times - Dec. 4

German companies in China see slump in business confidence

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

NBA Cup bracket set as Magic, Mavericks grab wild-card spots in group play

All four NBA quarterfinal games will be played on Dec. 10 and 11 in Las Vegas.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Knicks beat Magic to advance in the NBA Cup. Orlando also moves on as the East wild card

Karl-Anthony Towns had 23 points and 15 rebounds, Jalen Brunson scored 21 points and the New York Knicks beat the Orlando Magic 121-106 on Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup

ABC News - Dec. 3

Celtics eliminated from NBA Cup as Magic fall to Knicks

The Celtics were officially eliminated from the 2024 NBA Cup as a result of the Magic's loss to the Knicks on Tuesday night.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

New York Knicks vs. Orlando Magic live stream info, start time, TV channel: How to watch NBA on TV, stream online

How to watch Knicks vs. Magic basketball game

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

China’s ties with Saudi Arabia buoyed by green tech

Warming relations between Xi Jinping and Saudi crown prince complicate outlook for Trump administration

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Report: Ex-Giants exec Zaidi, Dodgers discussing front office role

Former San Francisco Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi reportedly is in discussions with the Los Angeles Dodgers about a return to the organization.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Western businesses in China hold on to hopes for Trump 2.0

Some believe the incoming US president is in a strong position to negotiate a trade deal with Beijing

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Where to watch NBA Cup games: Live stream, TV channel, picks for Bucks vs. Pistons, Knicks vs. Magic, more

Group play concludes in the 2024 NBA Cup on Tuesday night with five knockout stage spots on the line

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

China bars some mineral exports to US

Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story China bars some mineral exports to US China has banned exports of some rare minerals to the ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

China Announces a Ban on Rare Minerals to the U.S.

The move escalates supply chain warfare and comes a day after the Biden administration expanded curbs on the sale of advanced American technology to China.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Trudeau meets rivals as he seeks united front in face of Trump tariff threat

Canadian government scrambles to ward off tariffs as prime minister briefs politicians on meeting with Trump. Canada’s federal government has redoubled its efforts to ward off potentially ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3