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BUSINESS9h agoOrigin Agritech expands corn seed distribution in major Chinese growing regionOrigin Agritech is expanding its distribution of corn seeds within a major agricultural region in China. This move signifies growth in the company's market reach and contributes to the agricultural sector in the region.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS9h agoThailand Makes History as Host of the 2026 IMF - World Bank Group Annual Meetings , ReleasesThailand has been selected to host the 2026 IMF - World Bank Group Annual Meetings, an event marking a significant historical achievement for the country. This announcement indicates Thailand's growing role in international financial forums.zimbabwestar.com · Zimbabwe
BUSINESS9h agoChina GDP expands 4 . 5 % year on year in Q3China's Gross Domestic Product expanded by 4.5% year-on-year in the third quarter. This indicates the country's economic performance during that period.china.org.cn · China
POLITICS9h agoA land where people thrive : How Xinjiang has changed since 2020This article describes how Xinjiang has reportedly transformed since 2020 into a region where people thrive. It provides a perspective on the socio-economic developments in that area.china.org.cn · China
DISASTER9h agoJapan’s ‘mega-quake’ that never was, and the danger of false alarmsKanako Hosomura was working in a clothing store in Yokohama when an alert on her phone warned of an imminent magnitude 9.9 earthquake. “We all rushed outside,” Hosomura said, recalling how people poured out of nearby shops and offices to watch tall buildings and power lines for signs of shaking. But no earthquake came. Eight minutes after issuing the warning on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) cancelled the alert, leaving residents to wonder what had gone wrong. “These alarms do not...South China Morning Post
POLITICS9h agoPanama Geopolitics : US , China and the Canal in 2026The article analyzes the geopolitical landscape of Panama in 2026, focusing on the influence of the US and China regarding the Panama Canal. This highlights future international power dynamics and strategic infrastructure.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
POLITICS9h agoAngola Geopolitics : US , China , Russia , EU and GulfThe title discusses the geopolitics of Angola, involving key global powers and regions such as the US, China, Russia, EU, and the Gulf states. This suggests an analysis of international influence and relations concerning Angola.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
BUSINESS10h agoMicron, SanDisk rebound while China's CXMT slides despite profit surgeMicron and SanDisk have experienced a rebound, while China's CXMT has seen a decline despite a surge in profit.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLD10h agoFrom delivery driver to global fame: A Korean writer's journeyYou Yeong-Gwang's The Rainfall Market tells the story of a mysterious, hidden shop that only opens when it rains. For a debut novel by an unknown author, it was a massive success.DW News [en]
BUSINESS10h agoCan European luxury brands still count on China for growth?China’s shoppers are hunting for second-hand bargains and turning to homegrown brands, putting pressure on European luxury groups. China remains vital for luxury brands, but one analyst warns it may not drive growth over the next two to three years.EuroNews [en]
HEALTH10h ago5 hikers fall ill as hot weather grips Hong Kong on public holidayFive hikers fell ill in separate incidents across Hong Kong on Monday as hot weather gripped the city on the final day of the Chung Yeung Festival long weekend. In one incident at Po Pin Chau, a popular hiking destination in Sai Kung, a 62-year-old mainland Chinese woman was hiking with friends near the High Island Reservoir East Dam when she became dizzy and weak at about 10.30am. Suspected of suffering from heatstroke, she was rescued by the Government Flying Service and flown to hospital for...South China Morning Post
POLITICS11h agoLong March shows why the Communist Party needs strong leadership: state mediaA Monday article published by the ruling Communist Party’s mouthpiece argued that a key lesson from the Long March was the need for the party to have a strong core leadership and for its members to uphold that core’s authority. “History shows us that only with a core can the party unite as one, and only with authority can its orders be effectively carried out … The most important thing is to establish and resolutely uphold the party’s core,” wrote Xie Chuntao, vice-president of the Central Party...South China Morning Post
WORLD11h ago‘Seeking male approval’: Chinese tennis star criticised for glamorous photo shoot with trophyAfter Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen won the China Open in early October, a series of photos showing her in a white dress and studded high heels, holding the trophy on the Great Wall, unexpectedly drew criticism from female internet users who accused the athlete of trying to please men and of not looking like an independent woman. Chinese social media celebrated Zheng’s victory, which made her the first Chinese player to win the championship in the tournament’s 22-year history. The...South China Morning Post
POLITICS11h agoSpore will go after haze - linked companies with every legal and regulatory lever : ShanmugamA political figure states that the government will use all legal and regulatory means against companies linked to haze. This indicates a strong government stance on environmental enforcement with potential economic repercussions for implicated businesses.asiaone.com · Singapore
SCI & TECH11h agoIs Philippines’ laws on underwater cables lagging behind its digital hub goal?The Philippines’ telco industry wants the country to become a regional digital hub anchored by stable underwater cables, but a leading executive and analysts warn that slow approvals for repairs, limited monitoring and fragmented official oversight could undermine the ambition. At a forum on archipelagic governance for subsea cables, PLDT, the Philippines’ largest telecommunications company, called for greater cooperation among government agencies and further reforms to expand the vital digital...South China Morning Post
POLITICS11h agoCan Malaysian reform party Bersama survive a founders’ scandal?A Malaysian reform party led by two former cabinet ministers faces a new test ahead of a crucial state election after one of its founders was sidelined over an alleged religious morality offence, threatening its appeal to voters disillusioned with the country’s political establishment. The controversy surrounding former environment minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad could undercut Bersama’s promise of delivering a different kind of politics in next month’s Melaka poll, analysts say – although some...South China Morning Post
POLITICS11h agoArt or box office? How Hong Kong plans to measure the value of a play, ballet or symphonyEstablished performing arts groups in Hong Kong should rely less on public subsidies to make way for emerging companies, industry experts have said, after the city’s leader announced a revamp of the funding model in favour of a more flexible, non-permanent and merit-based system. But a few directors of the city’s nine designated major performing arts groups in music, dance and theatre said the economic downturn had made private funds harder to secure and urged the government to take a long-term...South China Morning Post
POLITICS12h agoPLA hits out at Chinese student accused of wearing Japanese rising sun flag in classroomThe People’s Liberation Army has criticised a Chinese student who reportedly wore the Japanese rising sun flag in a classroom at a Russian university, accusing him of whitewashing Japanese militarism. The flag, which is still used by the Self-Defence Forces, is widely seen as a symbol of Japanese militarism and aggression in many countries, including China. “Regardless of which country or campus one is in, advocating for militarism is an explicit offence against human conscience and is held in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS12h agoRebound in China’s GDP growth keeps 2026 target in sightChina’s economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter, keeping it broadly on track to meet Beijing’s annual growth target, as robust global demand for the country’s hi-tech exports bolstered economic momentum. Gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 4.5 per cent in the third quarter, accelerating from 4.3 per cent in the second quarter, according to figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics. This beat the 4.4 per cent consensus forecast from economists surveyed by Chinese...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKING12h agoJapan Deputy Mayor Crushed To Death During FestivalChannels TV
POLITICS12h agoAid cuts forcing fossil fuel dependence in East Timorqueanbeyanage.com.au · Australia
POLITICS12h agoChina sanctions Paraguay , Belize ministers over support for Taiwananinews.in · India
POLITICS12h agoAid cuts forcing fossil fuel dependence in East Timormaitlandmercury.com.au · Australia
BUSINESS12h agoChina’s export boom creates a difficult bargain for Southeast AsiaChina’s export machine is accelerating as its domestic economy remains under strain. This comes amid growing trade friction as China’s partners question whether persistent surpluses can coexist with balanced and resilient regional growth. Last month, China’s exports rose 36.3 per cent year on year, while shipments to Southeast Asia jumped 52.3 per cent. The trade surplus reached US$133.5 billion, taking the nine-month total to US$938.1 billion. In contrast, retail sales grew just 0.4 per cent in...South China Morning Post