163 Chinese Workers Rescued From BYD Construction Site in Brazil
Brazilian authorities rescued 163 Chinese workers from a BYD car factory construction site in Bahia on December 23, 2024, due to suspected slave-like conditions, including withheld passports and wages, prompting a temporary work visa suspension for BYD.
163 Chinese Workers Rescued From BYD Construction Site in Brazil
Brazilian authorities rescued 163 Chinese workers from a BYD car factory construction site in Bahia on December 23, 2024, due to suspected slave-like conditions, including withheld passports and wages, prompting a temporary work visa suspension for BYD.
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52% Bias Score
China-Linked Hacking Group Targeted Japan in Over 200 Cyberattacks
Japan's National Police Agency linked over 200 cyberattacks from 2019-2024 to a Chinese hacking group, MirrorFace, targeting national security and high-technology data from government ministries, private companies, and individuals, using malware-laced emails and VPN vulnerabilities.
China-Linked Hacking Group Targeted Japan in Over 200 Cyberattacks
Japan's National Police Agency linked over 200 cyberattacks from 2019-2024 to a Chinese hacking group, MirrorFace, targeting national security and high-technology data from government ministries, private companies, and individuals, using malware-laced emails and VPN vulnerabilities.
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48% Bias Score
China reaffirms commitment to Africa through Congo visit
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited the Republic of Congo on Tuesday, reaffirming strong bilateral ties and commitment to implementing the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit outcomes, further strengthening Sino-African cooperation and highlighting the enduring partnership between ...
China reaffirms commitment to Africa through Congo visit
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited the Republic of Congo on Tuesday, reaffirming strong bilateral ties and commitment to implementing the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit outcomes, further strengthening Sino-African cooperation and highlighting the enduring partnership between ...
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40% Bias Score
Heavy Snow Warning Issued for Japan
Japan's Meteorological Agency warned of heavy snow and potential traffic disruptions from Wednesday to Friday across northern and western Japan, with strong winds and blizzards possible depending on air temperature.
Heavy Snow Warning Issued for Japan
Japan's Meteorological Agency warned of heavy snow and potential traffic disruptions from Wednesday to Friday across northern and western Japan, with strong winds and blizzards possible depending on air temperature.
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6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Xizang, China; 95 Dead
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck Dingri county in Xizang, China, at 9:05 am on Tuesday, killing 95 and injuring 130, prompting President Xi Jinping to order immediate rescue efforts and the closure of the Mount Qomolangma Scenic Area.
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Xizang, China; 95 Dead
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck Dingri county in Xizang, China, at 9:05 am on Tuesday, killing 95 and injuring 130, prompting President Xi Jinping to order immediate rescue efforts and the closure of the Mount Qomolangma Scenic Area.
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32% Bias Score
Chinese Provinces Launch Economic Stimulus Plans for 2025
Multiple Chinese provinces, including Fujian, Chongqing, and Henan, announced plans for a strong start to 2025's first quarter, allocating millions of yuan to boost consumption and investment through initiatives like food and car purchase subsidies and consumer bonds, aligning with central governmen...
Chinese Provinces Launch Economic Stimulus Plans for 2025
Multiple Chinese provinces, including Fujian, Chongqing, and Henan, announced plans for a strong start to 2025's first quarter, allocating millions of yuan to boost consumption and investment through initiatives like food and car purchase subsidies and consumer bonds, aligning with central governmen...
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24% Bias Score
Chinese Actor Found Trafficked in Myanmar
Chinese actor Wang Xing, who disappeared in Thailand, was found in Myanmar, a victim of human trafficking and forced into an online scam operation; Thai police are investigating, and the incident may negatively impact Thailand's tourism.
Chinese Actor Found Trafficked in Myanmar
Chinese actor Wang Xing, who disappeared in Thailand, was found in Myanmar, a victim of human trafficking and forced into an online scam operation; Thai police are investigating, and the incident may negatively impact Thailand's tourism.
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28% Bias Score
China's Foreign Minister Begins 35th Consecutive Annual Trip to Africa
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's January 6th visit to Africa, the 35th consecutive year he initiated his international travels on the continent, aims to strengthen the "all-weather China-Africa community", with stops in Namibia, Congo, Chad, and Nigeria, showcasing the robust and growing China-Afr...
China's Foreign Minister Begins 35th Consecutive Annual Trip to Africa
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's January 6th visit to Africa, the 35th consecutive year he initiated his international travels on the continent, aims to strengthen the "all-weather China-Africa community", with stops in Namibia, Congo, Chad, and Nigeria, showcasing the robust and growing China-Afr...
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48% Bias Score
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Dingri County, China
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County, Xizang, China, at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, killing 126, injuring 188, and destroying thousands of homes; immediate rescue efforts involved police, military, and the distribution of 170,000 relief supplies.
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Dingri County, China
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County, Xizang, China, at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, killing 126, injuring 188, and destroying thousands of homes; immediate rescue efforts involved police, military, and the distribution of 170,000 relief supplies.
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20% Bias Score
China's Continued Focus on Africa: Deepening Economic and Developmental Ties
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to four African countries from January 5-11, 2025, marks 35 years of China prioritizing Africa in its annual diplomatic agenda, signifying the deepening economic and developmental partnerships between China and Africa, particularly in agriculture, technology,...
China's Continued Focus on Africa: Deepening Economic and Developmental Ties
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to four African countries from January 5-11, 2025, marks 35 years of China prioritizing Africa in its annual diplomatic agenda, signifying the deepening economic and developmental partnerships between China and Africa, particularly in agriculture, technology,...
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48% Bias Score
China Unveils Plan for Unified National Market, Banning Protectionism
China's NDRC released guidelines on Tuesday to create a unified national market, explicitly banning local protectionism and regional barriers to boost domestic demand and attract foreign investment, aligning with the December 2024 economic conference's key tasks.
China Unveils Plan for Unified National Market, Banning Protectionism
China's NDRC released guidelines on Tuesday to create a unified national market, explicitly banning local protectionism and regional barriers to boost domestic demand and attract foreign investment, aligning with the December 2024 economic conference's key tasks.
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4% Bias Score
China Expands Trade-In Scheme, Subsidizes Digital Goods to Boost Consumption
China is expanding its consumer trade-in program to include more home appliances and offering subsidies for digital goods up to 6,000 yuan ($818) to boost the struggling consumer sector, allocating 81 billion yuan in 2025 with potential for further increases, as part of a broader plan to stimulate e...
China Expands Trade-In Scheme, Subsidizes Digital Goods to Boost Consumption
China is expanding its consumer trade-in program to include more home appliances and offering subsidies for digital goods up to 6,000 yuan ($818) to boost the struggling consumer sector, allocating 81 billion yuan in 2025 with potential for further increases, as part of a broader plan to stimulate e...
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40% Bias Score