A premapped course, a crew of handlers and a world-beating time: here’s what this Beijing half marathon reveals about how far humanoid robots have come—and how far they haven’t …
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Most serious cyberattacks against the UK now from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief says
The head of the U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre warns that hostile nations like Russia, Iran and China are behind the most serious cyberattacks in the U.K.
Africa, Southeast Asia drive China solar panel exports to record in March
By Sudarshan Varadhan and Sam Li SINGAPORE/BEIJING, April 22 (Reuters) – China’s solar panel exports soared to a record in March, China customs and industry data showed, as Southeast Asia and Africa …
Beijing pushes back on Trump claim seized Iranian ship carried ‘gift from China’
Iranian-flagged cargo ship TOUSKA was seized Sunday by American forces amid US blockade of Strait of Hormuz | Anadolu …
Does William Lai’s cancelled eSwatini trip show Beijing’s reach in Africa?
Taipei accused Beijing of pressuring the three African nations to withdraw clearance for Lai’s aircraft. With re-routing proving complex, Lai’s office said safety concerns lef …
Shifting Saudi ties: what role could China take after Iran war is over?
Caught between Washington and Tehran, Riyadh may shift towards self-reliance and diversifying partnerships, observers note.
Volkswagen to expand China-made EV exports to emerging markets
The move comes as China’s car market faces softer demand, leaving the industry with excess capacity and sharper price competition while domestic carmakers increase their overseas presence.
Hybrid Is the Key for Global Retailers in China
Global brands grappling with China’s fast-moving, fiercely competitive landscape shouldn’t hesitate to enlist local help. Whether that results in a joint venture, licensing agreement, or outright sale …
China: Pony.AI Wants Toe In European Water
Pony.AI is very interested in the European robotaxi market for good reasons. Europeans are rich, and unlike the USA, are open to Chinese vehicles and robotaxi companies operating there. The Chinese …
Why China’s exports will keep on rising
In the first three months of 2026, China’s exports of transistors jumped by 26% in dollar terms compared with the same period of 2025. This time last year, after Donald Trump introduced “liberation …
Beijing-Delhi flights resume in big boost to strengthening India-China ties
Air China has resumed its Beijing-Delhi service, according to a news report by Chinese publication Global Times.
China’s cyberspying targets Western defense industry, Dutch intel chief says
A military intelligence report warned that Beijing poses a growing threat to Europe alongside Russia and that the two countries’ increasing cooperation compounds the danger.
China unveils plan to make cities more friendly to children and young people
Authorities are trying to reverse China’s demographic decline after official data showed births fell to 7.92 million in 2025, with the birth rate dropping to a record low.
