3 h. ago Chinese EV industry pits battery swapping technology against ultra

The duelling technologies are aimed at soothing consumer anxiety about driving ranges.

Science

3 h. ago Ant Group showcases its top AI researchers in bid to woo graduates in tight talent market

Ant’s recruitment of top AI talent comes as other Chinese Big Tech firms have embarked on hiring sprees for AI scientists and researchers.

Politics

4 h. ago Nasi lemak, beef rendang prices soar as food inflation bites Malaysians

New data shows prices for popular meals outpacing official inflation and wage growth.

Economics

5 h. ago Japanese police arrest man for ploughing his car into children

The seven children, who had been on their way home from school, were injured and rushed to hospital but all remained conscious.

Events

5 h. ago Top China influencer falsely accuses boss of sexual harassment to exit contract, loses lawsuit

Cosplaying blogger with 33 million online followers banned from social media, ordered to pay US$82,000, make public apology.

Events

7 h. ago Hong Kong’s East Dam buzzes with mainland Chinese tourists during ‘golden week’

Police officers and staff members from the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department guard the hotspot to maintain order.

Politics

9 h. ago Disabled Chinese woman repairs clothes using stomach muscles to operate sewing machine

Wheelchair-bound woman paralysed in accident straps iron ring around stomach, connects it to pedal-powered sewing machine so she can work.

Politics

11 h. ago US 'proactively' reaching out to Beijing for tariff talks: Chinese state media

US 'proactively' reaching out to Beijing for tariff talks: Chinese state media  Firstpost

Politics

11 h. ago Cuba pins hopes on Chinese to help save sputtering tourism industry

Cuba seeks boost from China as visitors from Russia, Canada, Spain and Italy decline.

Politics

11 h. ago Foreign companies flock to ‘panda bond’ market in hunt for China hedge

Foreign companies flock to ‘panda bond’ market in hunt for China hedge  Financial Times

Politics

11 h. ago Robotic hair washer to enter Hong Kong market in June after gaining interest on mainland

The first shop in Hong Kong, scheduled to open in June, would be equipped with six of the second-generation hair washers.

Economics

12 h. ago Japan must ‘resolutely reject’ Trump’s US military cost demand: ex

‘Japan has already been paying more than enough for defence,’ Seiji Maehara says.

Events

12 h. ago Israel strikes Syria, saying it hit group that attacked Druze minority

Israel says it carried out a ‘warning operation’ to protect Druze amid sectarian violence.

Events

12 h. ago Japan seeks regional sway as PM Ishiba courts Vietnam, Philippines on trade and security

Ishiba’s visits follow Chinese President Xi Jinping’s own tour of the region, reflecting a broader competition for influence.

Events

13 h. ago The SMC: what to see at the Shanghai AI incubator visited by Xi Jinping

The Chinese president toured the Shanghai Foundation Model Innovation Centre on Tuesday to highlight the country’s vast potential in AI.

Politics

15 h. ago US reached out to Beijing to initiate tariff talks, says Chinese state media

US reached out to Beijing to initiate tariff talks, says Chinese state media  The Straits Times

Politics

15 h. ago Volkswagen, GM, Nissan adopt Chinese technology as they strive to win back EV market share

More than a dozen new EV models from foreign giants at Auto Shanghai feature the latest Chinese technologies in battery, digital cockpit and self-driving.

Politics

18 h. ago Most mainland Chinese citizens oppose use of force to unify with Taiwan: survey

Yet on Russia’s actions in Ukraine, India border claims and South China Sea, respondents voiced more hawkish views backing Beijing’s stance.

Politics

21 h. ago Chinese Stocks Look Like an Opportunity Amid Trump’s Tariff Chaos

Chinese Stocks Look Like an Opportunity Amid Trump’s Tariff Chaos  Barron's

Politics

22 h. ago What to Know as a Loophole That Let Shoppers Buy Cheap Chinese Goods Closes

What to Know as a Loophole That Let Shoppers Buy Cheap Chinese Goods Closes  The New York Times

Economics