Supreme Court Signals Likely TikTok Ban Unless ByteDance Divests
The Supreme Court heard arguments Friday on a federal law that would ban TikTok in the US unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, divests; justices seemed skeptical of TikTok's arguments, increasing the likelihood the popular video app will be banned January 19 unless ByteDance sells it.
Supreme Court Signals Likely TikTok Ban Unless ByteDance Divests
The Supreme Court heard arguments Friday on a federal law that would ban TikTok in the US unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, divests; justices seemed skeptical of TikTok's arguments, increasing the likelihood the popular video app will be banned January 19 unless ByteDance sells it.
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36% Bias Score
China's Crucial Role in Decarbonizing Global Shipping
Industry experts and company executives emphasize China's vital role in decarbonizing the global shipping industry, citing its leadership in alternative fuel production and clean technology investment. The IMO projects green methanol's use will increase to 42 percent by 2050, while current reliance ...
China's Crucial Role in Decarbonizing Global Shipping
Industry experts and company executives emphasize China's vital role in decarbonizing the global shipping industry, citing its leadership in alternative fuel production and clean technology investment. The IMO projects green methanol's use will increase to 42 percent by 2050, while current reliance ...
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40% Bias Score
China's Swift Response to 6.8 Magnitude Earthquake in Xizang
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County in Xizang, China, on January 7th, 2025, causing significant damage and casualties; the Chinese government launched a large-scale relief effort, receiving international condolences and praise for its rapid response.
China's Swift Response to 6.8 Magnitude Earthquake in Xizang
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County in Xizang, China, on January 7th, 2025, causing significant damage and casualties; the Chinese government launched a large-scale relief effort, receiving international condolences and praise for its rapid response.
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40% Bias Score
China's COVID-19 Response: Five Years Later
Five years after the initial COVID-19 outbreak in Wuhan, China faces a new viral surge with HMPV, prompting a less stringent response than the initial COVID-19 response which involved secrecy and a strict "zero-COVID" policy, hindering investigations and creating lasting impacts on public trust and ...
China's COVID-19 Response: Five Years Later
Five years after the initial COVID-19 outbreak in Wuhan, China faces a new viral surge with HMPV, prompting a less stringent response than the initial COVID-19 response which involved secrecy and a strict "zero-COVID" policy, hindering investigations and creating lasting impacts on public trust and ...
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56% Bias Score
Suspected Chinese Ship Damages Undersea Cable Near Taiwan
A Chinese-linked cargo ship, the Shunxin39, is suspected of damaging an undersea internet cable near Taiwan on October 12, 2024, raising concerns about potential "gray zone operations" by China and prompting Taiwan to explore alternative communication options.
Suspected Chinese Ship Damages Undersea Cable Near Taiwan
A Chinese-linked cargo ship, the Shunxin39, is suspected of damaging an undersea internet cable near Taiwan on October 12, 2024, raising concerns about potential "gray zone operations" by China and prompting Taiwan to explore alternative communication options.
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52% Bias Score
Suspected Chinese Vessel Damages Taiwan Undersea Cable, Raising "Gray Zone" Concerns
Taiwanese telecom Chunghwa Telecom discovered damage to an undersea cable, suspecting a Chinese-linked cargo vessel, the Shunxin39, near the damaged area, raising concerns of potential "gray zone operations" by China to disrupt Taiwan's communications.
Suspected Chinese Vessel Damages Taiwan Undersea Cable, Raising "Gray Zone" Concerns
Taiwanese telecom Chunghwa Telecom discovered damage to an undersea cable, suspecting a Chinese-linked cargo vessel, the Shunxin39, near the damaged area, raising concerns of potential "gray zone operations" by China to disrupt Taiwan's communications.
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52% Bias Score
Trump Plans Meetings with Putin and Xi Jinping to Address Ukraine Conflict
President-elect Donald Trump plans meetings with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping to address the Ukraine conflict and other bilateral issues, potentially altering US foreign policy by prioritizing direct dialogue and potentially compromising on Ukraine's NATO aspirations.
Trump Plans Meetings with Putin and Xi Jinping to Address Ukraine Conflict
President-elect Donald Trump plans meetings with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping to address the Ukraine conflict and other bilateral issues, potentially altering US foreign policy by prioritizing direct dialogue and potentially compromising on Ukraine's NATO aspirations.
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56% Bias Score
China and Nigeria Establish Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced the elevation of China-Nigeria relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership during his visit to Abuja, signifying enhanced cooperation across various sectors and serving as a model for South-South collaboration.
China and Nigeria Establish Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced the elevation of China-Nigeria relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership during his visit to Abuja, signifying enhanced cooperation across various sectors and serving as a model for South-South collaboration.
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52% Bias Score
China Unveils Plan to Boost Elder Care Services and Silver Economy
China's government launched a guideline to improve senior services over the next 10 years, aiming to create a robust elder care system by 2035, spurring the "silver economy", and investing in technological solutions.
China Unveils Plan to Boost Elder Care Services and Silver Economy
China's government launched a guideline to improve senior services over the next 10 years, aiming to create a robust elder care system by 2035, spurring the "silver economy", and investing in technological solutions.
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32% Bias Score
Trump Accuses China of Illegal Panama Canal Control
Donald Trump accused China of illegally operating the Panama Canal, prompting Panama's rejection and reviving a historical conflict rooted in US control and later transferred via a 1977 treaty. The canal's neutral status is now questioned, highlighting potential trade and geopolitical ramifications.
Trump Accuses China of Illegal Panama Canal Control
Donald Trump accused China of illegally operating the Panama Canal, prompting Panama's rejection and reviving a historical conflict rooted in US control and later transferred via a 1977 treaty. The canal's neutral status is now questioned, highlighting potential trade and geopolitical ramifications.
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48% Bias Score
China's Consistent Engagement in Africa: A Contrast to U.S. Approach
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Africa underscores Beijing's longstanding commitment to the continent, contrasting with the U.S.'s late-term engagement; China's $51 billion investment and focus on infrastructure and renewable energy aims to integrate African markets into its economy.
China's Consistent Engagement in Africa: A Contrast to U.S. Approach
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Africa underscores Beijing's longstanding commitment to the continent, contrasting with the U.S.'s late-term engagement; China's $51 billion investment and focus on infrastructure and renewable energy aims to integrate African markets into its economy.
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40% Bias Score
UN Predicts 2.8% Global Economic Growth in 2025 Amidst Uneven Recovery
The UN projects 2.8% global economic growth in 2025, driven by China and the US, but with risks from China's slowing growth and property market weaknesses, and uneven recovery across regions.
UN Predicts 2.8% Global Economic Growth in 2025 Amidst Uneven Recovery
The UN projects 2.8% global economic growth in 2025, driven by China and the US, but with risks from China's slowing growth and property market weaknesses, and uneven recovery across regions.
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28% Bias Score