Taiwan President Takes Office Under Close Scrutiny
Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te, a staunch defender of the island's democracy, will be sworn into office Monday as Beijing ratchets up military and diplomatic pressure on Taipei.
For Sale: Unique Piece Of Land In Strategic Arctic Archipelago
The last piece of privately owned land in the strategic Svalbard archipelago in the Arctic is up for grabs, a property likely to entice China but which Norway does not intend to let go without a fight.
China Offers To Buy Up Commercial Housing To Boost Property Market
China cut the minimum down payment rate for first-time homebuyers on Friday and suggested the government could buy up commercial real estate, in some of Beijing's most ambitious moves yet to lift the ailing housing market out of an unprecedented debt crisis.
Musk Confirms Twitter Has Become X.com
The social network formerly known as Twitter has fully migrated over to X.com, owner Elon Musk said on Friday.
Woman Stuck in Tesla For 40 Minutes With 115 Degrees Temperature During Vehicle Update
Tesla driver stuck in car during software update. Warns others to avoid in-car updates and highlights the importance of knowing manual release features.
Microsoft Allegedly Willing To Transfer 800 AI Workers From China To US, Ireland Or Australia
Facing tech tensions, Microsoft offered relocation to hundreds of China-based AI and cloud staff, key players in the US-China tech rivalry.
Procurement Expert Sylvia Zhou Reduces Operational Costs by 13% Through Strategic Supply Chain Optimisation
Procurement expert Sylvia Zhou mitigated supply chain risks through strategic sourcing shifts and supplier relations management.
34% of Brits Say UK Economy Is Huge Concern: Household Budgets Leaner and Food Scarcity Rising
Polling shows Britons place the economy at the top of the list of priorities and the UK government will need to address the public's concerns.
Stressed Out Mom Buys $69K Flat For Herself; Takes A Break From Family Twice A Week
Gong Yan can focus on her own matters when residing at her small apartment in Changzhou, with the change benefiting her mental health.
Diploma Devaluation: Overqualified Chinese Graduates Desperate For Jobs Hired For Crematorium Role
A philosophy student that graduated with a master's degree was among the shortlisted applicants for a role in one of Guangzhou's crematoriums.
Putin To Meet Xi In Beijing Seeking Greater Support For War Effort
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China this week, both countries announced Tuesday, meeting his "dear friend" Xi Jinping as he seeks to win greater support from Beijing for his war effort in Ukraine and isolated economy.
Russian Women Speaking Mandarin, Looking For Chinese Husbands Go Viral - With A Catch
AI videos in China using fake Russian women to praise China & diss Russia are censored. However, national pride in China's power might bring them back.
NYC Has Over 300K Millionaires and 60 Billionaires: How Many Millionaires Are In Your City?
The number of millionaires in New York City has surpassed the number of people with a seven-figure net worth in the Bay Area and Singapore over the past decade.
China Accused Of Targeting Overseas Citizens For Political Activism
China is targeting citizens studying abroad for their political activism, rights group Amnesty International said on Monday, with some students reporting harassment of family members back home.
Man Explains How Fake Rolex Are Made Abroad, Brought Into the US, and How to Spot One
Private investigator Rob Holmes targets counterfeit luxury watches and exposes how these fakes hurt sales and damage brand reputations.
Former Google CEO Says US Is 'Two or Three Years Ahead' Of China in AI For These Reasons
Ex-Google CEO Schmidt says the U.S. leads China in AI by 2-3 years and urges the country to invest for continued dominance in the tech future.
Chinese Scammer Cheats Livestream Views Using Thousands Of Phones, Extorts Millions in Yuan
Chinese man jailed for boosting livestream views with thousands of phones, earning millions. Traffic fraud has become a major problem online.
'If You're Not Happy, Don't Come to Work:' Retail Tycoon Gives Employees 10 Days 'Unhappy Leave'
Yu Donglai will allow his Pang Dong Lai staff to take time off work if they are feeling unhappy, with management forbidden from being able to intervene.
ChatGPT Calls Biden 'Kiddo' After US Leader Asked It To Explain a Lawsuit Like a First Grader
Biden's encounter with AI was both amazing and concerning, highlighting the challenges of regulating AI and the potential consequences of failure.
China Wins Elon Musk's Favour, But India Eyes Global EV Market Share
China leads EV production (key for Tesla), but India has a chance. They're pushing battery production and aim for 13 percent of global demand by 2030.
Ukraine Introduces AI Spokesperson 'Victoria Shi' To Give Updates On War With Russia
Ukraine has introduced an AI spokesperson named Victoria Shi, who will provide media updates on the Russian war.
g.tec medical engineering: A Global Team Making a Huge Impact on the World via Brain-Computer Interface Tech
In the past, science fiction books and movies would depict people controlling a computer or other equipment using just their brains
Thai Official Suspended After Husband Catches Her In Bed With Adopted Monk Son
A Thai stateswoman who is connected with the country's Democrat Party was caught in the act with her adopted son who is also a monk.
Chinese Influencer Loses 30M Fans and Is Forced to Apologise for Fake Story About 'Grade 1 Student'
Chinese social media user, Thurman Maoyibei, made up a viral story of a young student losing his study books at a cafe in Paris.
Chinese Warships Seen Stalking US, PH, and France Fleet During Drills in West Philippine Sea
Chinese warships trail naval drills involving US, Philippine, and French fleets in the West Philippine Sea, heightening tensions in the region.
Elon's Urgent Trip to China; Asks Help From Official To Boost Tesla With Driver-Assistance Software
Tesla eyes China for the launch of FSD after Musk's visit, partnering with Baidu and clearing data hurdles.
Are K-pop Stocks Worth Investing in for 2024? Here's What You Should Know
K-pop music agencies eye new markets, distribution deals, and streaming platforms to revive the sector battered by scandals and declining album sales.
Should I Invest in Defence Stocks? UK Gov Say They Align With ESG After Rishi Steps up Military Spending
The growing need to protect ships, submarines, and aircraft may see stocks like BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce benefit from higher demand for military equipment.
Chinese Students Are Attending 'TikTok School' To Learn How To Sell Clothes Abroad
Chinese businesses are bypassing barriers to sell directly on TikTok, a booming trend with challenges like foreign language and US-China tensions.
5 Stocks From Warren Buffett's Portfolio To Buy and Hold for the Next Five Years
Buffett's investing philosophy is buying great companies at a fair price. These five stocks form the pillar of his $340 billion portfolio, poised for future growth.