China's Supersonic Airliner Prototype Set for 2026 Test Flight
Lingkong Tianxing Technology in Beijing is developing Cuantianhou, a Mach 4.2 supersonic suborbital airliner prototype slated for a 2026 test flight, utilizing a novel ramrotor detonation engine; a commercial version, Dasheng, is planned for 2030.
China's Supersonic Airliner Prototype Set for 2026 Test Flight
Lingkong Tianxing Technology in Beijing is developing Cuantianhou, a Mach 4.2 supersonic suborbital airliner prototype slated for a 2026 test flight, utilizing a novel ramrotor detonation engine; a commercial version, Dasheng, is planned for 2030.
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40% Bias Score
Panama Canal: Economic Importance and Geopolitical Tensions
The Panama Canal, opened in 1914 after a history of French failure and US intervention, generates \$3.3 billion annually in fees and handles 5% of global shipping, but increasing Chinese presence in port operations raises geopolitical concerns.
Panama Canal: Economic Importance and Geopolitical Tensions
The Panama Canal, opened in 1914 after a history of French failure and US intervention, generates \$3.3 billion annually in fees and handles 5% of global shipping, but increasing Chinese presence in port operations raises geopolitical concerns.
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44% Bias Score
Extended Spring Festival Holiday Fuels Surge in China's Domestic Tourism
China's eight-day Spring Festival holiday (Jan 28-Feb 4), extended by one day, is expected to significantly boost domestic tourism and cultural experiences, with over 80 percent of travelers including family and a 6.7 percent increase in retail sales in dining and travel during the first three quart...
Extended Spring Festival Holiday Fuels Surge in China's Domestic Tourism
China's eight-day Spring Festival holiday (Jan 28-Feb 4), extended by one day, is expected to significantly boost domestic tourism and cultural experiences, with over 80 percent of travelers including family and a 6.7 percent increase in retail sales in dining and travel during the first three quart...
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48% Bias Score
Trump Announces Across-the-Board Tariffs on Imports
President Trump announced plans to impose tariffs ranging from 10% to 20% on all imported goods to boost domestic production, potentially increasing prices for US consumers and sparking international trade disputes.
Trump Announces Across-the-Board Tariffs on Imports
President Trump announced plans to impose tariffs ranging from 10% to 20% on all imported goods to boost domestic production, potentially increasing prices for US consumers and sparking international trade disputes.
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48% Bias Score
Trump Announces US Withdrawal From World Health Organization
President Donald Trump announced Monday the US withdrawal from the World Health Organization, citing the organization's mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and lack of reforms, despite a year-long obligation to continue funding; this action drew immediate criticism from public health experts who wa...
Trump Announces US Withdrawal From World Health Organization
President Donald Trump announced Monday the US withdrawal from the World Health Organization, citing the organization's mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and lack of reforms, despite a year-long obligation to continue funding; this action drew immediate criticism from public health experts who wa...
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40% Bias Score
China's AI Industry Reaches 82 Billion USD, Actively Shapes Global Governance
China's core AI industry reached nearly 600 billion yuan (82 billion USD) in 2024; it actively participates in global AI governance through initiatives like the "Global AI Governance Initiative," addressing ethical and security concerns while promoting collaboration with international organizations.
China's AI Industry Reaches 82 Billion USD, Actively Shapes Global Governance
China's core AI industry reached nearly 600 billion yuan (82 billion USD) in 2024; it actively participates in global AI governance through initiatives like the "Global AI Governance Initiative," addressing ethical and security concerns while promoting collaboration with international organizations.
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40% Bias Score
Indonesia's Strategic Response to Trump's Return and Rising US-China Tensions
Indonesia faces economic challenges from Trump's return but can use this as an opportunity to deepen ties with China, including infrastructure projects and technological collaborations, and expand South-South partnerships through RCEP and other initiatives.
Indonesia's Strategic Response to Trump's Return and Rising US-China Tensions
Indonesia faces economic challenges from Trump's return but can use this as an opportunity to deepen ties with China, including infrastructure projects and technological collaborations, and expand South-South partnerships through RCEP and other initiatives.
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40% Bias Score
Xi Highlights China's Economic Progress and Future Development Plans
Xi Jinping addressed non-communist parties and figures in China on January 28, 2025, praising 2024's economic achievements (5% GDP growth) and outlining plans for continued high-quality development, emphasizing collaboration and preparation for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).
Xi Highlights China's Economic Progress and Future Development Plans
Xi Jinping addressed non-communist parties and figures in China on January 28, 2025, praising 2024's economic achievements (5% GDP growth) and outlining plans for continued high-quality development, emphasizing collaboration and preparation for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).
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44% Bias Score
Trump Delays TikTok Ban, Prioritizing Potential Deal
President Trump signed an executive order delaying the TikTok ban for 75 days, prioritizing a deal that gives the U.S. at least 50% ownership, downplaying prior national security concerns and suggesting a potential valuation of up to $1 trillion.
Trump Delays TikTok Ban, Prioritizing Potential Deal
President Trump signed an executive order delaying the TikTok ban for 75 days, prioritizing a deal that gives the U.S. at least 50% ownership, downplaying prior national security concerns and suggesting a potential valuation of up to $1 trillion.
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52% Bias Score
Mixed Global Market Reaction to Trump Inauguration
Global markets displayed mixed reactions to President Trump's inauguration; some indices rose slightly, while others remained unchanged, with the delay of tariff increases easing immediate investor concerns, although a broader reassessment of U.S. trade policy is planned.
Mixed Global Market Reaction to Trump Inauguration
Global markets displayed mixed reactions to President Trump's inauguration; some indices rose slightly, while others remained unchanged, with the delay of tariff increases easing immediate investor concerns, although a broader reassessment of U.S. trade policy is planned.
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44% Bias Score
China's Spring Festival Travel Rush Exceeds 1 Billion Trips, Fueling Consumption
China's 2024 Spring Festival travel rush (chunyun) has surpassed 1 billion passenger trips by January 22nd, driven by road travel (nearly 80%), with rail travel exceeding 12 million trips daily and over 214 million tickets sold via the official app; this unprecedented migration, expected to reach 2 ...
China's Spring Festival Travel Rush Exceeds 1 Billion Trips, Fueling Consumption
China's 2024 Spring Festival travel rush (chunyun) has surpassed 1 billion passenger trips by January 22nd, driven by road travel (nearly 80%), with rail travel exceeding 12 million trips daily and over 214 million tickets sold via the official app; this unprecedented migration, expected to reach 2 ...
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28% Bias Score
US Withdraws from World Health Organization
President Donald Trump announced Monday the US withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), citing the organization's mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and lack of reforms; experts criticized the decision, warning of increased Chinese influence and weakened global health initiatives.
US Withdraws from World Health Organization
President Donald Trump announced Monday the US withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), citing the organization's mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and lack of reforms; experts criticized the decision, warning of increased Chinese influence and weakened global health initiatives.
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56% Bias Score