Honda and Nissan Explore Merger to Combat Chinese EV Competition
Honda and Nissan have initiated merger talks to counter the growing competition from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, potentially forming a top-three global alliance that could also include Mitsubishi Motors.
Honda and Nissan Explore Merger to Combat Chinese EV Competition
Honda and Nissan have initiated merger talks to counter the growing competition from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, potentially forming a top-three global alliance that could also include Mitsubishi Motors.
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44% Bias Score
Senate Passes $895 Billion NDAA, Including Pay Raise and Transgender Care Restrictions
The Senate passed the $895 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including a 4.5% pay raise for service members but restricting Tricare coverage for transgender care for minors, by a vote of 85-14; the bill now heads to President Biden's desk.
Senate Passes $895 Billion NDAA, Including Pay Raise and Transgender Care Restrictions
The Senate passed the $895 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including a 4.5% pay raise for service members but restricting Tricare coverage for transgender care for minors, by a vote of 85-14; the bill now heads to President Biden's desk.
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64% Bias Score
Chinese New Year Holiday Spurs Travel Bookings Surge
China's extended 8-day Chinese New Year holiday (January 28-February 4) is causing a surge in travel bookings, with flight and hotel reservations reaching record highs and popular domestic destinations including Beijing, Shanghai, and Sanya, while international travel to Japan is also expected to in...
Chinese New Year Holiday Spurs Travel Bookings Surge
China's extended 8-day Chinese New Year holiday (January 28-February 4) is causing a surge in travel bookings, with flight and hotel reservations reaching record highs and popular domestic destinations including Beijing, Shanghai, and Sanya, while international travel to Japan is also expected to in...
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20% Bias Score
Mainland China Installs European-Standard EV Chargers to Accommodate Hong Kong and Macao Vehicles
Nine mainland Chinese cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area are installing over 169 European-standard EV chargers to accommodate the growing number of electric vehicles from Hong Kong and Macao crossing the border under preferential travel policies, addressing charging standard in...
Mainland China Installs European-Standard EV Chargers to Accommodate Hong Kong and Macao Vehicles
Nine mainland Chinese cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area are installing over 169 European-standard EV chargers to accommodate the growing number of electric vehicles from Hong Kong and Macao crossing the border under preferential travel policies, addressing charging standard in...
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24% Bias Score
Suzhou's Strategic Approach to Global Talent Attraction
Suzhou Industrial Park's commitment to international education is highlighted by the success of the Sino-French Institute, XJTLU, and a dedicated expat service center, which together have handled over 3,000 inquiries and 50,000 administrative tasks, showcasing the city's proactive approach to attrac...
Suzhou's Strategic Approach to Global Talent Attraction
Suzhou Industrial Park's commitment to international education is highlighted by the success of the Sino-French Institute, XJTLU, and a dedicated expat service center, which together have handled over 3,000 inquiries and 50,000 administrative tasks, showcasing the city's proactive approach to attrac...
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40% Bias Score
CSP Solar Power Plant Failure Highlights Technological and Economic Challenges
The $1 billion Crescent Dunes solar thermal power plant in Nevada failed to meet expectations, closing in 2019 after repeated technical issues; this, coupled with the higher cost and operational complexity of CSP compared to PV solar, hindered its widespread adoption, although China's recent focus o...
CSP Solar Power Plant Failure Highlights Technological and Economic Challenges
The $1 billion Crescent Dunes solar thermal power plant in Nevada failed to meet expectations, closing in 2019 after repeated technical issues; this, coupled with the higher cost and operational complexity of CSP compared to PV solar, hindered its widespread adoption, although China's recent focus o...
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44% Bias Score
New York Resident Pleads Guilty to Acting as Unregistered Foreign Agent for China
A New York resident, Chen Jinping, pleaded guilty to acting as an unregistered foreign agent for China, admitting to removing an online article critical of an alleged Chinese police station in Manhattan's Chinatown; this follows a 2022 report by Safeguard Defenders detailing China's overseas "servic...
New York Resident Pleads Guilty to Acting as Unregistered Foreign Agent for China
A New York resident, Chen Jinping, pleaded guilty to acting as an unregistered foreign agent for China, admitting to removing an online article critical of an alleged Chinese police station in Manhattan's Chinatown; this follows a 2022 report by Safeguard Defenders detailing China's overseas "servic...
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48% Bias Score
Enpal Diversifies Solar Module Sourcing to Reduce China Dependency
German solar installer Enpal imports 1,000–1,200 containers of solar modules yearly, mainly from China, but is diversifying to Vietnam and plans to source from India by 2026 to mitigate geopolitical risks and supply chain vulnerabilities, reflecting a broader industry trend.
Enpal Diversifies Solar Module Sourcing to Reduce China Dependency
German solar installer Enpal imports 1,000–1,200 containers of solar modules yearly, mainly from China, but is diversifying to Vietnam and plans to source from India by 2026 to mitigate geopolitical risks and supply chain vulnerabilities, reflecting a broader industry trend.
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32% Bias Score
China Expands Occupational Disease Coverage
China updated its occupational disease catalog on Monday, adding carpal tunnel syndrome for manufacturing workers and PTSD for emergency personnel, effective August 1, 2025, reflecting international standards and addressing evolving work conditions.
China Expands Occupational Disease Coverage
China updated its occupational disease catalog on Monday, adding carpal tunnel syndrome for manufacturing workers and PTSD for emergency personnel, effective August 1, 2025, reflecting international standards and addressing evolving work conditions.
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28% Bias Score
AVIC Begins Exporting Y-9E Military Transport Aircraft to First Foreign Customer
China's AVIC has started delivering its Y-9E military transport aircraft to an undisclosed foreign buyer, marking its first international sale of this model following a deal concluded in early 2023; the Y-9E boasts a maximum takeoff weight of 65 tons and a range of 5,200 km.
AVIC Begins Exporting Y-9E Military Transport Aircraft to First Foreign Customer
China's AVIC has started delivering its Y-9E military transport aircraft to an undisclosed foreign buyer, marking its first international sale of this model following a deal concluded in early 2023; the Y-9E boasts a maximum takeoff weight of 65 tons and a range of 5,200 km.
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36% Bias Score
Prince Andrew Skips Royal Christmas Events Amidst National Security Concerns
Prince Andrew will miss the Royal Family's pre-Christmas lunch and Sandringham Christmas gathering after a Chinese businessman linked to him was banned from the UK over national security concerns; the prince's office denies any sensitive discussions.
Prince Andrew Skips Royal Christmas Events Amidst National Security Concerns
Prince Andrew will miss the Royal Family's pre-Christmas lunch and Sandringham Christmas gathering after a Chinese businessman linked to him was banned from the UK over national security concerns; the prince's office denies any sensitive discussions.
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44% Bias Score
TikTok Seeks Supreme Court Intervention Amidst Impending US Ban, Trump Meeting
President-elect Trump met with TikTok CEO Shou Chew on Monday as TikTok appeals to the Supreme Court to block a US law requiring its sale or ban by January 19, citing concerns over free speech and the incoming administration's support.
TikTok Seeks Supreme Court Intervention Amidst Impending US Ban, Trump Meeting
President-elect Trump met with TikTok CEO Shou Chew on Monday as TikTok appeals to the Supreme Court to block a US law requiring its sale or ban by January 19, citing concerns over free speech and the incoming administration's support.
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44% Bias Score