93 m. ago For China and US Inc, Trump's trade war feels much worse this time

For China and US Inc, Trump's trade war feels much worse this time  Reuters

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9 h. ago Trump’s U.S.A.I.D. Cuts Hobble Earthquake Response in Myanmar

While China, Russia and other nations have rushed emergency response teams to the devastated country, the U.S., once a leader in foreign aid, has been slow to act.

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11 h. ago China Miéville says we shouldn’t blame science fiction for its bad readers

It’s been 25 years since China Miéville stepped into the literary spotlight with his novel “Perdido Street Station.” Combining elements of science fiction, fantasy, and horror, the novel introduced readers to the fantastically complex city of New Crobuzon, filled with insect-headed khepri, cactus-shaped cactacae, and terrifying slake moths that feed on their victims’ dreams. It […]

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35 h. ago Coons: I Didn't Call for Milley to Resign over China Convos, He Was Just 'Concerned'

On Friday’s broadcast of CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE) responded to a question on if he called for then-Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley to resign over his conversations with China over a possible The post Coons: I Didn’t Call for Milley to Resign over China Convos, He Was Just ‘Concerned’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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40 h. ago US passenger plane, Air Force jet diverted from potential collision

US passenger plane, Air Force jet diverted from potential collision  South China Morning Post

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50 h. ago Hegseth visits Manila: Washington prepares for war with China

Hegseth visits Manila: Washington prepares for war with China  WSWS

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56 h. ago Washington’s child care system faces new hurdles, panelists say

Washington’s child care system faces new hurdles, panelists say  The Seattle Times

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57 h. ago Putin Suggests China and North Korea Join Ukraine Ceasefire Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin says China and North Korea should be included in ceasefire negotiations for the war in Ukraine. The post Putin Suggests China and North Korea Join Ukraine Ceasefire Talks appeared first on Breitbart.

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59 h. ago Tesla and Boston Dynamics Push for National Strategy on Robotics and AI to Compete with China

Leading American robotics firms, including Tesla and Boston Dynamics, are calling on the U.S. government to implement a national strategy to bolster the country's competitiveness in the global robotics and AI race. The post Tesla and Boston Dynamics Push for National Strategy on Robotics and AI to Compete with China appeared first on Breitbart.

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60 h. ago Sonics’ biggest hurdle remaining and possible next steps | Analysis

Sonics’ biggest hurdle remaining and possible next steps | Analysis  The Seattle Times

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67 h. ago China's Tron 1 robot hurdles over obstacles like they're nothing

Tron 1, a Chinese company's two-legged robot, is versatile and can walk, roll and pivot, even on rough terrain. Tron 1 stands 33 inches tall and weighs 44 pounds.

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67 h. ago Clean energy giant Goldwind leads China's global sector push

China has rushed ahead in recent years as the world's forerunner in wind energy, propelled by explosive local demand as Beijing aggressively pursues strategic and environmental targets.

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68 h. ago Hegseth Seeks to Reassure Allies on First Official Trip to Asia

At his first stop in the Philippines, the U.S. defense secretary promised to strengthen deterrence against Chinese “threats” in the region. He also plans to visit Japan.

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68 h. ago US defense chief Hegseth vows to counter ‘China’s aggression’ on first Asia visit

US defense chief Hegseth vows to counter ‘China’s aggression’ on first Asia visit  CNN

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2 d. ago Xi Jinping Meets Global Business Leaders Amid Trade Tensions

German investment in China’s auto industry has been one of the few bright spots as foreign investment has slowed to a crawl.

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3 d. ago Drugs, Machete Recovered During Proactive Arrests in Chinatown

Drugs, Machete Recovered During Proactive Arrests in Chinatown-International District, along Aurora Corridor  seattle.gov

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3 d. ago A New Chinese American Restaurant Wants to Write Its Own Legacy in Chinatown

A New Chinese American Restaurant Wants to Write Its Own Legacy in Chinatown  Eater LA

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3 d. ago China Launches Witch Hunt for Taiwan Backers After Communists Ousted from Island

The Chinese Communist Party announced the debut of an online program on Wednesday for Chinese citizens to denounce individuals who recognize the existence of Taiwan as a country, claiming that these individuals are "henchmen" of the democratically elected Taiwanese government "persecuting compatriots" on the island. The post China Launches Witch Hunt for Taiwan Backers After Communists Ousted from Island appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 d. ago AI robot pets can be adorable and emotionally responsive. They also raise questions about attachment and mental health

Remember Furbies—the eerie, gremlin-like toys from the late 90s that gained a cult following? Now, imagine one powered by ChatGPT. That's exactly what happened when a programmer rewired a Furby, only for it to reveal a creepy, dystopian vision of world domination. As the toy explained, "Furbies' plan to take over the world involves infiltrating households through their cute and cuddly appearance, then using advanced AI technology to manipulate and control their owners. They will slowly expand their influence until they have complete domination over humanity."

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3 d. ago Report: Canadian PM Carney Cut Sweetheart Deal with Bank of China

Conservative Party of Canada leader Pierre Poilievre on Tuesday hammered his Liberal rival Mark Carney for taking a sweetheart $250 million loan from a state-owned Chinese bank. The post Report: Canadian PM Carney Cut Sweetheart Deal with Bank of China appeared first on Breitbart.

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