China's Plan to Reform Pharmaceutical Industry and Become Global Powerhouse by 2035
China issued a guideline to reform drug and medical device regulations, aiming to become a global pharmaceutical leader by 2035, involving 24 measures across five key areas to improve innovation, review efficiency, supervision, opening up and regulatory systems; by 2027, it aims to enhance legal fra...
China's Plan to Reform Pharmaceutical Industry and Become Global Powerhouse by 2035
China issued a guideline to reform drug and medical device regulations, aiming to become a global pharmaceutical leader by 2035, involving 24 measures across five key areas to improve innovation, review efficiency, supervision, opening up and regulatory systems; by 2027, it aims to enhance legal fra...
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32% Bias Score
Chinese Anime Industry Disrupted: Cai Gongming's Integrated IP Strategy
Cai Gongming's Road Pictures and GuGuGuGu are transforming China's anime market through integrated IP management, demonstrated by the successful launch of a Makoto Shinkai cafe, a Detective Conan exhibition, and various marketing events, capitalizing on a ¥120 billion market.
Chinese Anime Industry Disrupted: Cai Gongming's Integrated IP Strategy
Cai Gongming's Road Pictures and GuGuGuGu are transforming China's anime market through integrated IP management, demonstrated by the successful launch of a Makoto Shinkai cafe, a Detective Conan exhibition, and various marketing events, capitalizing on a ¥120 billion market.
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52% Bias Score
China Expands Medical Insurance, Cutting Drug Prices by 63%
China's National Healthcare Security Administration added 91 drugs to its medical insurance scheme in 2024, reducing patient costs by an estimated 7 billion USD and expanding coverage for various diseases, including tumors, diabetes, and rare diseases.
China Expands Medical Insurance, Cutting Drug Prices by 63%
China's National Healthcare Security Administration added 91 drugs to its medical insurance scheme in 2024, reducing patient costs by an estimated 7 billion USD and expanding coverage for various diseases, including tumors, diabetes, and rare diseases.
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40% Bias Score
South Korea's Record \$683.76 Billion Export Revenue in 2024 Driven by Tech Demand
South Korea's 2024 export revenue reached a record \$683.76 billion, exceeding 2022's record, driven by strong demand for semiconductors and other tech products, resulting in a \$51.77 billion trade surplus, reversing the 2023 deficit.
South Korea's Record \$683.76 Billion Export Revenue in 2024 Driven by Tech Demand
South Korea's 2024 export revenue reached a record \$683.76 billion, exceeding 2022's record, driven by strong demand for semiconductors and other tech products, resulting in a \$51.77 billion trade surplus, reversing the 2023 deficit.
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36% Bias Score
Israel's Assault on Gaza Cripples Healthcare, Humanitarian Access
Israel's assault on Gaza's healthcare system, including the closure of Kamal Adwan Hospital and detention of its director, has severely restricted humanitarian access, with over 60 percent of UN-coordinated movements obstructed since Friday, leaving civilians without essential supplies during harsh ...
Israel's Assault on Gaza Cripples Healthcare, Humanitarian Access
Israel's assault on Gaza's healthcare system, including the closure of Kamal Adwan Hospital and detention of its director, has severely restricted humanitarian access, with over 60 percent of UN-coordinated movements obstructed since Friday, leaving civilians without essential supplies during harsh ...
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52% Bias Score
China Prioritizes Domestic Demand Boost, Despite Yuan Depreciation Risks
Facing headwinds from potential US tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and interest rate differentials, China plans to prioritize monetary easing to boost domestic demand in 2025, aiming for long-term yuan stability despite potential short-term depreciation.
China Prioritizes Domestic Demand Boost, Despite Yuan Depreciation Risks
Facing headwinds from potential US tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and interest rate differentials, China plans to prioritize monetary easing to boost domestic demand in 2025, aiming for long-term yuan stability despite potential short-term depreciation.
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36% Bias Score
New Orleans Truck Attack: 15 Dead, FBI Investigates Terrorism Links
A truck attack in New Orleans' French Quarter on January 1st, committed by U.S. citizen Shamsud Din Jabbar, resulted in 15 deaths and over 30 injuries; the FBI is investigating potential accomplices and links to terrorism.
New Orleans Truck Attack: 15 Dead, FBI Investigates Terrorism Links
A truck attack in New Orleans' French Quarter on January 1st, committed by U.S. citizen Shamsud Din Jabbar, resulted in 15 deaths and over 30 injuries; the FBI is investigating potential accomplices and links to terrorism.
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48% Bias Score
Record U.S. Credit Card Defaults Signal Economic Slowdown
U.S. credit card defaults reached a 14-year high in 2024, with \$46 billion in delinquent loans written off during the first nine months—a 50 percent increase year-over-year—primarily impacting low-income households struggling with inflation and high interest rates, potentially slowing economic grow...
Record U.S. Credit Card Defaults Signal Economic Slowdown
U.S. credit card defaults reached a 14-year high in 2024, with \$46 billion in delinquent loans written off during the first nine months—a 50 percent increase year-over-year—primarily impacting low-income households struggling with inflation and high interest rates, potentially slowing economic grow...
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40% Bias Score
Gaza Conflict: 45,000 Dead, 100,000+ Refugees in Egypt
Over 45,000 Palestinians have died and more than 100,000 have fled to Egypt since October 7, 2023, due to the Israeli offensive in Gaza, creating a significant humanitarian crisis and prompting hopes for peace and rebuilding.
Gaza Conflict: 45,000 Dead, 100,000+ Refugees in Egypt
Over 45,000 Palestinians have died and more than 100,000 have fled to Egypt since October 7, 2023, due to the Israeli offensive in Gaza, creating a significant humanitarian crisis and prompting hopes for peace and rebuilding.
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52% Bias Score
UK Faces Economic Stagnation, Challenges in Starmer's First Six Months
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a plan to "rebuild Britain" in his New Year's message, addressing zero GDP growth in Q3 2024, revised down from 0.1 percent, and forecasting zero growth for Q4, while facing challenges such as NHS pressures, prison overcrowding, and illegal immigration, with ...
UK Faces Economic Stagnation, Challenges in Starmer's First Six Months
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a plan to "rebuild Britain" in his New Year's message, addressing zero GDP growth in Q3 2024, revised down from 0.1 percent, and forecasting zero growth for Q4, while facing challenges such as NHS pressures, prison overcrowding, and illegal immigration, with ...
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48% Bias Score
China Launches 11 Tech Innovation Centers to Boost Cultural Tourism
China launched eleven new technology innovation centers for its cultural and tourism sectors on November 12, 2024, investing over 100 million yuan (about $13.91 million) to boost R&D and commercialization, with a focus on smart tourism and virtual reality.
China Launches 11 Tech Innovation Centers to Boost Cultural Tourism
China launched eleven new technology innovation centers for its cultural and tourism sectors on November 12, 2024, investing over 100 million yuan (about $13.91 million) to boost R&D and commercialization, with a focus on smart tourism and virtual reality.
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44% Bias Score
China's Land-Sea Trade Corridor Surpasses 10,000 Train Journeys
The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, a key Chinese logistics network connecting western regions to global markets, notably ASEAN, surpassed 10,000 rail-sea intermodal train journeys in 2024, reflecting a 5.1 percent year-on-year increase and a 32 percent surge in trade with RCEP countries.
China's Land-Sea Trade Corridor Surpasses 10,000 Train Journeys
The New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, a key Chinese logistics network connecting western regions to global markets, notably ASEAN, surpassed 10,000 rail-sea intermodal train journeys in 2024, reflecting a 5.1 percent year-on-year increase and a 32 percent surge in trade with RCEP countries.
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52% Bias Score