31 m. ago ‘Brace for impact’: Chinese economist warns the gloves are off in US trade war

Mao Zhenhua says China’s swift, forceful response to US tariff increases means the time for reconciliation appears to be over.

Events

9 h. ago In picking a trade war with China, Donald Trump may find time is not on his side

Beijing’s swift response to Liberation Day tariffs signals it is ready for a long fight, while the US president needs a quick win.

Politics

10 h. ago Trump Doubles Down on Trade War and Threatens China With More Tariffs

Trump Doubles Down on Trade War and Threatens China With More Tariffs  Time Magazine

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11 h. ago Zelensky confirms for first time Ukrainian troops are active in Russia’s Belgorod region

‘We continue active operations in the enemy’s border areas and this is absolutely justified,’ the Ukrainian president said on Monday.

Politics

11 h. ago Zelensky confirms for first time Ukrainian troops active in Russia’s Belgorod region

‘We continue active operations in the enemy’s border areas and this is absolutely justified,’ the Ukrainian president said.

Politics

21 h. ago Hong Kong remains upbeat on Web3 amid crypto market turmoil from US tariffs

Officials again touted the strength of the local Web3 industry, while Binance founder CZ avoided the event despite recent activity in the city.

Economics

22 h. ago Ukraine war: Russia’s Putin says ceasefire ‘questions’ linger amid US minerals deal talks

US President Donald Trump has voiced frustration at the slow pace of talks, telling NBC news in March that he was “p***ed off” with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

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22 h. ago Ukraine war: Russia’s Putin says ceasefire ‘questions’ linger amid Kyiv

US President Donald Trump has voiced frustration at the slow pace of talks, telling NBC news in March that he was “p***ed off” with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

Events

23 h. ago Top China think tank shuts down research centre after questions of party loyalty

Chinese Academy of Social Sciences abolishes entity, warns any activities carried out in its name would be illegal.

Events

28 h. ago Is South Korea’s Yoon politicking from home? Country eyes June 3 presidential poll

As the fallen president remains in his official home and continues to be active in politics, officials say no date has been set for a snap poll.

Politics

28 h. ago Beijing's Central Axis activity series puts young creators in focus

Beijing's Central Axis activity series puts young creators in focus  China Daily

Politics

29 h. ago China/France/Russia/United States : A trade expert to back Rubio, brain drain at Campus Cyber, Moscow helping Beijing, new intelligence journal

China/France/Russia/United States : A trade expert to back Rubio, brain drain at Campus Cyber, Moscow helping Beijing, new intelligence journal  Intelligence Online

Technology

31 h. ago Ukraine ceasefire talks trump tariffs on Russia, US official says

Tariffs on Russia would have been inappropriate, a US economic adviser said – despite its exports to the United States dwarfing Ukraine’s.

Politics

33 h. ago Market panic mounts as world scrambles to temper Trump tariffs

Oil prices dropped below US$60 a barrel for the first time since April 2021, even with countries seeking compromise on tariffs.

Politics

39 h. ago GOP rep says Russia and China are ‘laughing at us’ after NSA director firing

GOP rep says Russia and China are ‘laughing at us’ after NSA director firing  The Hill

Politics

40 h. ago Russia court sends US citizen awaiting trial to a psychiatric hospital

Joseph Tater was arrested in August after being accused of assaulting a police officer during a confrontation with staff at a Moscow hotel.

Events

45 h. ago How China and Laos are taking the food security bull by the horns

The cattle crossbreeding agreement between Beijing and Vientiane is an example of cooperation that could benefit the region.

Events

45 h. ago Taiwan fears that PLA drills may escalate into real attack ‘with no time to respond’

Regular large-scale exercises from mainland China’s military have prompted warnings that the island’s military must stay alert to the risk.

Events

51 h. ago Hong Kong actor Nicholas Tse sells premium sausages online, earns US$207 million in 4 years

Food brand of entertainment icon earns nationwide sales champion tag as actor takes active role in production, promotion of ‘high quality’ bangers.

Economics

53 h. ago Hongkonger among 44 injured in collision between 2 Tokyo tour buses

Hong Kong’s Immigration Department confirms it received a request for assistance from resident injured during accident on Chuo Expressway.

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