9 h. ago Trump tariffs live updates: Trump sees deals within weeks, China reportedly eases chip levies

Trump tariffs live updates: Trump sees deals within weeks, China reportedly eases chip levies  Yahoo Finance

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9 h. ago South Korea, US aim for ‘July package’ to resolve tariff disputes

Seoul has offered to partner with Washington in shipbuilding and energy, and says it aims to address their bilateral trade imbalance.

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10 h. ago Senior Russian officer killed near Moscow when parked car explodes

Several high-ranking military figures have been assassinated since the war in Ukraine began, in operations blamed by Moscow on Kyiv.

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15 h. ago South Korean firm tells workers to shower at least once a day as summer nears

The company also warned employees to be mindful of cigarette odours, sweat after exercise and clothes that haven’t been washed.

Economics

16 h. ago China said to waive retaliatory tariffs on some US chip imports in sign of trade war thaw

China has waived its retaliatory 125 per cent tariffs on certain semiconductor imports from the US, according to a Caijing report.

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16 h. ago China waives retaliatory tariffs on some US chip imports, report says

China waives retaliatory tariffs on some US chip imports, report says  South China Morning Post

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17 h. ago China's Baidu says its Kunlun chip cluster can train DeepSeek

China's Baidu says its Kunlun chip cluster can train DeepSeek-like models  Reuters

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17 h. ago Advanced digital cockpits give Chinese EVs ‘overwhelming advantage’ in Russia, vendors say

With large screens and high-quality audio systems, Chinese cars are ready to run infotainment software Russian drivers favour, vendor says.

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20 h. ago Japanese man demands security guard kneel and bow at Osaka Expo, sparks public outrage

Viral video shows guard kowtowing in front of tourist after he failed to direct the latter to a car park correctly.

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26 h. ago Markets rise despite Beijing’s firm denial over US trade talks

Markets rise despite Beijing’s firm denial over US trade talks  The Times

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32 h. ago China stands firm in trade war: No talks, the U.S. should move first

China stands firm in trade war: No talks, the U.S. should move first  Axios

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32 h. ago China stands firm in trade war: There are no talks, U.S. should move first

China stands firm in trade war: There are no talks, U.S. should move first  Axios

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32 h. ago 2025 Shanghai Auto Show: Chinese carmakers hit the brakes on auto

‘Safety’ is the big buzzword as firms adjust tone amid Beijing’s closer scrutiny after a fatal crash involving a driver-assistance system.

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34 h. ago Intel partners with AI firm ModelBest, chip designer Black Sesame on smart car systems

The collaborations reflect demand in China, the world’s largest electric vehicle market, for more computing power in sophisticated cockpits.

Culture

36 h. ago China restricts exports of rare earths and other minerals. How does the system work?

China restricts exports of rare earths and other minerals. How does the system work?  Reuters

Politics

36 h. ago Hong Kong, Zhejiang province sign deal covering smart cities, AI and fintech

City leader John Lee says partnership spans 13 areas and 51 projects, with ‘mechanism’ established for both sides to work together.

Economics

36 h. ago Hong Kong, Zhejiang to boost links in 13 key areas including AI, smart cities

City leader John Lee also calls on entrepreneurs of Ningbo descent to invest in border innovation hub.

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37 h. ago Chinese pair caught photographing South Korea military base twice in days

The repeated incidents have ignited debate over legal loopholes that allow such activity outside designated security zones.

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39 h. ago Breaking ranks: China’s new journal publishing benchmarks to boost scientific soft power

Beijing aims to assert voice in global academic discourse by overhauling grading system that covers thousands of Chinese scientific journals.

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41 h. ago How the US is reinforcing the ‘first island chain’ to deter China

Strategic bombers, launch platforms and missile systems are being deployed throughout the region in a strong message to Beijing.

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