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World’s largest research base for vacuum-tube maglev trains has started high-speed propulsion tests on full-scale prototype vehicles.
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The group, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China and others, discussed boosting non-dollar transactions at a recent summit.
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Authorities say whale was in ‘extremely weak condition’, pledge to conduct necropsy to determine cause of death.
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China property market faces long recovery road despite debt-plan progress
Sino Ocean and Shimao debt plans inch ahead in ‘positive signal’, but true recovery is still far off given structural issues, analysts say.
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Global collaboration key to the future of science, say 2024 Shaw Prize laureates
This year’s winners of the prestigious awards stress the importance of fostering partnerships and embracing new technologies.
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Stealth destroyer to be home for 1st hypersonic weapon on a US warship
Recent tests of the advanced weapons by both Russia and China have increased pressure on the US military to hasten their production.
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The stop, and another planned in Guam, have drawn fierce criticism from Beijing.
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Trump picks loyalist Kash Patel to head FBI
The nomination of Kash Patel signals Trump’s intent to push out current FBI boss Christopher Wray before his term ends.
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Advantage Japan? Tokyo confirms bid for contract to build Australian frigates
Japan’s proximity and security ties with Australia could tip the balance in its favour over Germany, analysts say.
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The rise and fall of Hong Kong’s ‘middle class’ film studio
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China is deeply concerned about Ukraine war and ‘very grave’ situation in Korean peninsula but may find its leverage tested, observers say.
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Trans woman shares ‘traumatising’ story after being denied entry to Hong Kong
Pair were held in male-only area at the airport for 12 hours before being repatriated to the Philippines.
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China launches newest rocket, carrying ‘test satellites’ for broadband networks
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Romania’s far-right expected to make gains in parliamentary election
After the shock result of the presidential poll’s first round, far-right candidates are looking to make gains in the parliamentary vote.
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As the world’s factory, China cornered the market on bitcoin mining, leading to a flurry of crypto business activity before a harsh crackdown in 2021.
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A Chinese company is preparing to fill 1 billion yuan in orders for its new drone as the ‘low-altitude economy’ gains momentum.
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A simulated battle between Chinese and American stealth fighter jets has shown which would be the victor – and why.
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A growing number of leading academics are being tempted away from Western countries as they make the move to Chinese institutions.
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New US chip sanctions to deal fresh blow to China’s self-reliance push
The impact on the Chinese chip industry would be significant if major domestic suppliers are blacklisted, sources say.
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