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What an ancient Chinese map reveals about global history: Sheng-Wei Wang
Kunyu Wanguo Quantu and maritime artefacts prove China explored the world earlier than Eurocentric accounts suggest, scholar argues.
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How a Chinese company said it used AI to track US bomber movements over Iran
12 Apr 2026 - 10:40PM
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‘Blown to hell’: Trump announces US blockade of Strait of Hormuz
The US plans to block ‘all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports’ starting on Monday.
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US President Donald Trump says the American navy will block entry to the Strait of Hormuz. Photo: TNS
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Trump faces a dilemma in the aftermath of failed US-Iran peace talks: analysts
The two countries are still far apart on the big issues, with American midterms looming and no quick way out.
12 Apr 2026 - 8:06PM
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‘You cannot lose if you do not have a goal’: the viral wisdom of ‘Don Tzu’
Ancient strategist Sun Tzu called for preparation and deep knowledge. His modern counterpart takes a different approach.
12 Apr 2026 - 7:00PM
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War of words: China and the US battle it out for African hearts and minds
Rivalry between two global superpowers spills into the media as East meets West head-on in a clash of narratives to win over the continent.
12 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
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The battle is on to win over Africa with China and the US wielding their influence through their nation’s media with each superpower pushing narratives designed to denigrate each other. Photo: AFP
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Semiconductor leap: China looks to ‘2D chip’ with 1,000-fold growth speed
Advanced material offers promise in optoelectronics, where it can be used in LEDs, photodetectors and lasers.
12 Apr 2026 - 4:00PM
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Beijing pledges better Taiwan air and travel links after KMT leader’s trip
The promises form part of a package of measures to boost cross-strait ties unveiled after KMT chairwoman Cheng Li-wun’s visit to Beijing.
12 Apr 2026 - 5:28PM
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Does Iran’s wartime resilience offer any lessons for Taiwan?
The recent conflict has raised questions about whether the island could keep fighting if its air defences were targeted by the PLA.
12 Apr 2026 - 12:00PM
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‘We have no trust in the other side’: Iran blames US as talks end with no deal
Tehran’s lead negotiator hits out at Washington after Islamabad talks, while Vance says sticking point was lack of nuclear commitments.
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Pro-government demonstrators take to the streets of Tehran on Saturday. Photo: AP
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Chinese crystal ‘paves way’ for GPS-free thorium clock navigation
World-first crystal tunes laser light to power ultra-precise, compact nuclear clocks which could guide submarines and deep-space probes.
11 Apr 2026 - 10:00PM
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‘A big deal’: military drills show Tokyo’s growing focus on deterring China
Combat-ready Japanese troops are being deployed in the Philippines for the first time since Japan’s occupation of the country during World War II.
11 Apr 2026 - 8:08PM
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China targets middlemen in renewed crackdown on ‘hidden’ corruption
The top court and prosecutor signal how the criminal law can be aimed at the enablers of graft.
11 Apr 2026 - 7:00PM
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Is this Kenyan rail project a model for Chinese and Western firms in Africa?
The Nairobi Railway City project is being built by Chinese contractor but Britain is helping to provide the funding.
11 Apr 2026 - 6:03PM
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An artist’s impression of Nairobi’s new Central Train Station to be built by Chinese contractors. Photo: Handout
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The winners from China’s growing intercity football rivalries may surprise you
Lighthearted contests between areas with different customs, dialects and cuisine encourage local pride but ultimate control is elsewhere.
11 Apr 2026 - 4:00PM
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US-Iran talks in Islamabad stretch on as Hormuz stand-off fuels duelling claims
US sends destroyers for mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran and US hold high-stakes talks in Pakistan.
12 Apr 2026 - 4:21PM
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Taiwan should learn from mainland AI, KMT head Cheng Li-wun says
The Taiwanese opposition leader was delivered milk tea by a drone at the headquarters of internet giant Meituan.
9 Apr 2026 - 8:19PM
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KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun sips a milk tea that was delivered by a Meituan drone in Shanghai on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua
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Will Cheng Li-wun’s meeting with Xi Jinping temper cross-strait ties?
It largely depends on Cheng’s Kuomintang regaining power in Taiwan, analysts say.
10 Apr 2026 - 9:00PM
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Xi Jinping tells Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun ‘we need peace’
High-profile meeting sees Beijing outline a vision of harmonious relations, shared development outcomes and greater dialogue.
10 Apr 2026 - 8:45PM
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Japan’s ‘imperialist forces’ divided Taiwan from mainland, KMT’s Cheng Li-wun says
In a speech delivered at Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing, Kuomintang chair says cross-strait divisions are rooted in historical wounds.
8 Apr 2026 - 5:49PM
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