Hong Kong teenager jailed for eight years over acid attack on Singaporean tourist Anson Kew, who was 17 when he attacked Jiang Wen in Wan Chai in June 2025, was promised HK$10,000 for the assault The Independent UK · Nov 2
Passenger suffers burn after power bank overheats on flight from China A woman was burned on her left thumb from the ‘exploding portable battery’ The Independent UK · Oct 26
Paper straws are more harmful than plastic straws, South Korean study finds; check what research reveals New research from South Korea has revealed an unexpected finding: paper straws may actually cause more environmental harm than their plastic counterparts. By analyzing the life cycle of various straw types, including biodegradable options, the study showed that conventional plastic straws often have a lower overall impact. This challenges the… The Economic Times · Oct 26
Couple with identical names marry after dating for three years; both once stood up when called by the same name at a job interview where they first met each other A Chinese couple with the exact same name, Zhu Xiaocong, have gone viral after marrying in Zhejiang. The pair first discovered their unusual coincidence at a job fair in 2016, when both stood up after an interviewer called their name. They began dating in 2019 and later encountered unexpected complications… The Economic Times · Oct 17
101-year-old man drinks Coke, Sprite, still has a sharp memory of his youth days; he follows an unusual morning routine after waking up early A 101-year-old man from China’s Zhejiang province has drawn attention for his love of Coca-Cola, Sprite and fresh seafood, alongside a daily routine that begins at 4 am. Lu Shizeng stretches in bed before getting up, eats dinner early and says he rarely catches a cold. His lifestyle has prompted… The Economic Times · Oct 15
US Defends Paraguay and Belize After China Imposes Sanctions Over Taiwan Ties: 'We Stand With Our Friends' The U.S. accused China of coercion after Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their ties with Taiwan, reaffirming Washington's support for its regional allies. Latin Times · Oct 13
Chinese woman buys 200 parking spaces, doubles rent and wins legal battle A Chinese woman’s decision to buy nearly 200 parking spaces in a residential complex has turned an investment bet into a bitter dispute with her neighbours. Wu spent 14 million yuan, around US$2 million, on the spaces when demand was low, expecting the surrounding area to develop. As the neighbourhood… The Times of India · Oct 13
US Risks a 'Blemish' on Transparency if China or Russia Reveal Crashed UFOs First, Lawmaker Warns US Representative Eric Burlison says America could suffer reputational damage if China or Russia reveal evidence of crashed UFOs before Washington, though the claims remain unverified. International Business Times UK · Oct 11
China tests 800-passenger flying-wing aircraft model with 85-metre span for greater efficiency A Chinese research team has revealed plans for a new 800-passenger flying-wing aircraft design. This proposed aircraft features a wingspan larger than the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber and aims for efficient aerodynamics. Wind tunnel tests of a stainless steel model demonstrated impressive aerodynamic performance metrics. The design is part of… The Times of India · Oct 3
‘Persisted and even increased’: Scientists say North Korea’s nuclear tests appear to be behind surprising seismic activity at the test site "The Earth’s crust has a long memory." We Got This Covered · Sep 19
US sanctions were meant to slow China’s tech industry. Instead, a 72% rise in science-linked patents reveals how restricted firms are building their own path to innovation Chinese firms sanctioned by the US are increasing patent citations of academic research. This shift suggests a move towards domestic expertise and self-reliance in innovation. Sanctioned companies show a 72 percent rise in science-linked patents after restrictions were imposed. While Chinese research output is growing, US firms still lead in… The Economic Times · Sep 18
China’s new oil refining technology could cut energy use by 91% — here’s how scientists are turning crude oil into valuable products more efficiently Chinese scientists have developed a new molecular refining method. This technique may significantly reduce energy consumption in oil processing. Advanced membranes separate oil molecules by size and chemical properties. Laboratory tests show potential energy savings of up to 91 percent. This innovation could lead to more efficient and less polluting… The Economic Times · Sep 14
China’s Gen Z is going back to Mao: How economic slowdown & workplace stress are making youth look to the late leader for answers Mao Zedong's writings are captivating a fresh wave of audiences among the youth in China today. This resurgence is largely driven by economic struggles and heightened workplace stress. For many young individuals, Mao's philosophies serve as not just historical insights but as tools for resilience. The complexity of his legacy… The Economic Times · Sep 9
US-China AI race takes a dangerous turn: former White House official says Washington must prepare for extreme measures if China reaches AGI first A US official proposed extreme options to counter China's potential artificial general intelligence breakthrough. These options include intelligence operations, cyber activity, and military action against Chinese AI infrastructure. Experts warn that attacking data centers could trigger a direct conflict between nuclear-armed nations. The US currently leads in AI, but China's… The Economic Times · Sep 8
The Economic Times · Aug 28 China-Nepal glacial flood alert system warned of seven disasters – but missed this one A China-Nepal warning system had successfully issued seven alerts for glacial hazards, but Wednesday’s deadly ice-rock avalanche exposed its limits. Experts say cross-border monitoring gaps and the speed of such disasters can leave downstream communities with as little as 20 minutes to respond.
LiveScience · Aug 13 New 2D memory device stores data on just a single electron Researchers build a new memory device following a single-electron storage breakthrough. It could make transferring data faster and more energy-efficient.
The Economic Times · Aug 11 Former Deloitte IT manager stole 423 laptops, sold them while on leave to cover stock trading losses A former Deloitte IT manager admitted stealing 423 laptops over 17 months. He sold the computers to fund his stock trading addiction and incurred debt. The theft was discovered after an IT engineer reviewed surveillance footage of the manager. The manager confessed his actions and surrendered himself to the police.…
The Times of India · Jul 30 Inside China's new $517 million natural history museum that takes visitors from the cosmos to human evolution, featuring meteorites, dinosaurs and a river-inspired design Shenzhen Natural History Museum opened on July 28, 2026, becoming southern China's first major institution dedicated to natural history. The museum's design draws inspiration from a river delta, creating a flowing, curvilinear structure. Visitors will journey from the cosmos through Earth's history and dinosaur eras and eventually learn about the…
The Times of India · Jul 24 This 90-year-old woman in China unknowingly kept using a live grenade as a kitchen hammer for over 20 years Sometimes the most dangerous discoveries hide in plain sight. In central China, a 90-year-old woman spent nearly two decades using what she believed was an ordinary piece of scrap metal as a household hammer. The heavy object cracked walnuts, crushed red peppers and drove nails into wood without ever causing…
The Times of India · Jul 20 Xi's US trip appears on track even as Trump's election interference claims inject fresh strain China on Monday indicated that President Xi Jinping's planned visit to the United States in September remains on track, saying Beijing and Washington are maintaining communication on high-level exchanges despite recent tensions triggered by US President Donald Trump's allegations of Chinese interference in American elections.
Tom’s Hardware · Jul 14 China claims chip exports nearly doubled to $177 billion in the first half of 2026 as memory prices surged — 96% year-on-year increase inflated by hikes The Chinese customs administration attributed the surge to global demand for AI hardware.
Bangkok Post · Jul 10 Cathay Pacific aircraft's tail hit runway at Hong Kong airport, airline confirms Cathay Pacific Airways has confirmed that the tail of a passenger aircraft struck the runway at Hong Kong airport last week, prompting the city's aviation regulator to order the airline to submit a report.
LiveScience · Jul 8 Secretive Chinese probe snaps first photo of Earth's mysterious 'quasi-moon' — and it may pose a big problem China's Tianwen-2 spacecraft has captured the first close-up photo of one of Earth's "quasi-moons," Kamo'oalewa. However, the image and the timing of its release suggest that it may be harder for the probe to collect samples from the space rock than originally planned.
Bangkok Post · Jul 2 Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, once detained by China, dies in Taipei Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, who fled to Taiwan amid fears of Chinese persecution, has died at the age of 70, the South China Morning Post reported on Thursday, citing Taiwanese media.
The Times of India · Jul 2 'Wrote about ending his life': Pilot who hit Beijing's tallest building suffered from anxiety, say Chinese authorities A 66-year-old pilot named Liu faced a harrowing battle with anxiety and suicidal thoughts, culminating in a crash into the CITIC Group headquarters, the tallest building in Beijing. The aircraft, which took off after a routine flight, strayed off its intended path, resulting in injuries to 13 individuals. This alarming…