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DISASTERAug 27Nepal , China warn of new risks after devastating floodsNepal and China are issuing warnings about emerging risks following severe flooding. This highlights the aftermath of a natural disaster and the potential for further hazards.crookwellgazette.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 27China: Video shows mudslide surging through Gyirong portA flash flood swept through China’s Gyirong port on 26 August after a major disaster struck nearby Nepal. Footage shows mud and debris engulfing the border trade hub.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 27Why North Korea Doesn’t Want to Meet With TrumpKim Jong Un is done talking about denuclearization.Foreign Policy
POLITICSAug 27India, China open door to clarifying LAC perceptionsAn eight-point outcome document released on Wednesday says the two sides ‘discussed ways to improve understanding of LAC in appropriate areas, for better border management’The Hindu
BUSINESSAug 27Brazil’s rare earths will not loosen China’s magnet grip this decade, researchers sayBrazil will not be able to make rare earth magnets from its own raw materials before 2032, the coordinator of the country’s main magnet pilot plant said on Wednesday, leaving China’s near monopoly on the technology intact for years to come. Andre Luis Pimenta de Faria, who runs the plant for Senai, the research and training arm of Brazil’s national industry confederation, told a public policy panel at Exposibram, the country’s largest mining congress, that first batches could come by the end of...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 27Trump Keeps Stabbing Japan in the BackTokyo doesn’t have a playbook for a supposed ally this unreliable.Foreign Policy
POLITICSAug 27Restrictions a disservice to US interests : China Daily editorialAn editorial from China Daily argues that restrictions are detrimental to United States interests. This piece reflects Chinese media's perspective on international policy and bilateral relations.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSAug 27TNB deliver resilient 1H 2026 performance , protecting the rakyat amid West Asia volatilityTNB has reported a resilient performance in the first half of 2026, indicating their ability to protect the public despite volatility in West Asia. This suggests stable business operations amidst regional challenges.thestar.com.my · Malaysia
WORLDAug 27Malaysia to repatriate first group of Myanmar nationals in September, government saysMalaysia hosts more than 215,000 refugees and asylum seekers registered with the UN refugee agency, including more than 126,000 Rohingya from Myanmar, its largest refugee community.EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 27Sega Reveals TGS 2026 LineupSega has announced its lineup of games for the Tokyo Game Show 2026. This reveals future product plans from a major entertainment company.vgchartz.com · Japan
BUSINESSAug 27Update : New growth drivers power China industrial profit surgeChina's industrial profits have experienced a surge, driven by new growth factors. This development highlights positive economic trends in a major global economy.shanghaisun.com · China
POLITICSAug 27 [ COVER STORY ] Trump America is losing KoreansA cover story suggests that 'Trump America' is experiencing a decline in support from Koreans. This indicates a shift in political alignment among a demographic in relation to US politics.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
POLITICSAug 27Hong Kong officer charged over indecent messages to suspect’s friendA Hong Kong police officer has been charged with misconduct after allegedly sending obscene messages and photos to a woman friend of a suspect in a criminal investigation. Officers from the New Territories South regional crime unit detained the 32‑year‑old man in Tuen Mun on August 20, a police spokesman said on Thursday. During an investigation into a case in May last year, the officer from Kwai Tsing police district allegedly contacted a friend of one of the suspects and sent her indecent...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 27US singer Post Malone postpones Hong Kong concert, sparking fan complaintsAmerican singer and rapper Post Malone has postponed his coming Hong Kong show, prompting complaints from disappointed fans in mainland China who said they had already booked holiday leave and hotels. Announcing the decision on social media on Thursday, concert organiser Live Nation Hong Kong said the September 16 show at Kai Tak Stadium had been postponed. The statement, which gave no reason for the move, outlined full refund arrangements for fans who bought tickets through official...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 27Why climate extremes will not stop expansion of China’s nuclear power industryWhile extreme weather is disrupting nuclear power generation in some parts of the world, it is unlikely to derail China’s rapid expansion in the sector, according to an industry specialist. The unusually hot and dry summer has disrupted reactors across Europe, forcing units to shut down from France to Romania, as river levels have fallen and water temperatures risen. France – where nuclear accounts for around 70 per cent of electricity generation – had a record shortfall of more than 20 per cent...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTAug 27China warns of Japan dangerous military agenda - XinhuaChina has issued a warning through Xinhua regarding what it describes as Japan's dangerous military agenda. This statement highlights rising geopolitical tensions concerning military intentions in the region.english.news.cn
POLITICSAug 27China and Iran sanctions: what US moves mean for Beijing, and its retaliation optionsThe United States has imposed sweeping sanctions on nearly 60 Iran-linked entities, spanning digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and shipping, as Washington seeks to “sever every economic lifeline” that sustains Tehran. Beijing denounced the measures, with the Chinese foreign ministry calling them “illegal unilateral sanctions” and vowing to “take all necessary measures to firmly safeguard its rights and interests”. With the fresh sanctions complicating an already delicate diplomatic...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 27Hong Kong arts figures, fans pay tribute to Yayoi Kusama after artist’s death at 97Hong Kong fans and cultural figures have paid tribute to Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama following her death at 97, saying her legacy will inspire generations to come. Among those expressing sadness on Thursday were West Kowloon Cultural District Authority board chairman Bernard Chan and local design studio AllRightsReserved. Adrian Cheng Chi-kong, former CEO of developer New World Development, shared a photo of himself with Kusama taken in Japan in 2022. Kusama, known for her signature...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 27Could new US sanctions tear China and Iran apart?Washington's strategy of putting maximum economic pressure on Iran is tempered by its desire to smooth political tensions with China.DW News [en]
SCI & TECHAug 27China and Nepal built an early warning system for melting glaciers in Himalayas. Does it work?Chinese scientists have developed a cross-border early warning system with counterparts in Nepal to monitor Himalayan glacial lake outburst floods. The system has issued timely alerts over the past several years, effectively preventing casualties. But on Wednesday, a high-altitude ice-rock avalanche took everyone by surprise. The debris flow hit a river in Nepal, generating a devastating flash flood that swept all the way down to Gyirong county in the Tibet autonomous region in China. Some...South China Morning Post
CYBERAug 27Hong Kong parents to get alerts over teens’ self-harm searches on InstagramMeta Platforms has started sending out alerts to parents whose children repeatedly search for content about suicide or self-harm on Instagram as part of broader efforts to strengthen online safety for young users. Parents supervising a teen’s account can receive notifications by email, text message, WhatsApp or Instagram, depending on the contact information available. They will also be directed to expert resources on how to approach potentially sensitive conversations. Philip Chua, Meta’s...South China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 27Himalayan glacier collapse hits crucial China-Nepal trade route as casualties mountSouth China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 27Li Auto posts Q2 net loss amid soft demand in ChinaLi Auto reported a net loss in Q2, attributed to soft demand in China. This financial result is important for understanding the company's performance and market conditions in the region.Yahoo Finance
BUSINESSAug 27Von der Leyen turns up pressure on China over trade deficitThe European Commission's president said that the EU’s trade relationship with China had to be rebalanced, and pointed out that the bloc's trade defence investigations into Chinese products had ramped up significantly in recent years.EuroNews [en]