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China’s jobless rate among the 16-24 age group reached a four-month high in March of 16.9 per cent. Photo: EPA

Politics

Foreign forces promote ‘lying flat’ messages to undermine China’s economy: MSS

Foreign funding is behind the spread of a narrative that is intended to erode young people’s spirit and society’s values, ministry said.

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China’s thalassaemia jab raises hope for common inherited blood disorder

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Nobel laureate biochemist Hartmut Michel joins Jilin University in China

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Military

Pentagon mulls plan to outsource warship design, building to South Korea, Japan

If the proposal goes ahead it will be the first time the US has bought a major surface combatant from a foreign partner since WWII.

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A feasibility study would look into having Japanese and South Korean shipbuilders supplement the US Navy’s overstretched production lines. Photo: Shutterstock
A feasibility study would look into having Japanese and South Korean shipbuilders supplement the US Navy’s overstretched production lines. Photo: Shutterstock

Diplomacy

Trump’s Golden Dome targets China’s ‘hypersonic weapons, cruise missiles’

US president’s US$185 billion missile defence shield to counter Chinese, Russian missile arsenals, a senior Pentagon official told Congress.

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Diplomacy

‘Diplomatic malpractice’: experts warn of thin agenda ahead of Xi-Trump summit

Former diplomat warns ‘malpractice-like’ lack of preparation for meeting could hollow out potential for productive talks.

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Middle East

Lebanese minister backs Hezbollah disarmament, but warns it will take time

Haneen Sayed in Washington says the process must be gradual as a fragile ceasefire continues to be marred by deadly violations.

Smoke rises following explosions in southern Lebanon, as seen from northern Israel on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Smoke rises following explosions in southern Lebanon, as seen from northern Israel on Monday. Photo: Reuters

Diplomacy

Trump and Iran trade red lines as Putin enters the diplomatic crossfire

Message via Pakistan outlines terms on nuclear work and Strait of Hormuz, as Moscow signals support and Washington considers next move.

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Diplomacy

Why tougher US visa rules for skilled foreign workers may end in ‘brain drain’

Trump administration is targeting several visa categories, including popular H-1B pathway, with bias towards fewer numbers and more revenue.

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Diplomacy

2 months into the Iran war, who holds the upper hand?

Analysts are divided on who has the most to lose as the conflict drags on.

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The war in Iran is dragging on in part because both sides remain confident that time is on their side, according to one analyst. Photo: AFP

Science

Chinese supercomputers help crack mystery of Yellowstone volcanic plumbing

Scientists who started research in the US make breakthrough after returning to China and gaining access to domestic computing power.

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The Steamboat Geyser erupts in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Chinese scientists say Yellowstone’s magma channels were not blasted open by magma forcing its way upward, as long believed. Photo: Reuters
The Steamboat Geyser erupts in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Chinese scientists say Yellowstone’s magma channels were not blasted open by magma forcing its way upward, as long believed. Photo: Reuters

Politics

Taiwan completes US tank deal as final Abrams shipment reaches port

Acquisition marks the biggest upgrade to Taiwan’s armoured forces in decades as island moves to bolster northern defence.

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Diplomacy

Pakistani president’s visit seeks to bolster ‘full spectrum’ of ties with China

Asif Ali Zardari’s visit also comes at a time when Islamabad is seeking to play a key role in ending the US-Israeli war on Iran.

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Military

PLA showcases YJ-20 anti-ship missiles as US-Japan-Philippines test war moves

Video of PLA Navy strike tests emerges as US, allies take part in Balikatan 2026, marking Japan’s first-ever operational role in the drills.

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China’s YJ-20 hypersonic anti-ship missile system has a range of 1,000 to 1,500km, a cruising speed of around Mach 6 and a terminal dive speed reaching Mach 10. Photo: Handout

Diplomacy

Exclusive | Territorial integrity is ‘red line’ for Europe, Finland warns after US Greenland threats

Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen insists on the importance of national sovereignty, saying ‘we react through the means we have’.

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Greenlanders protest against Donald Trump’s threats. Photo: AFP
Greenlanders protest against Donald Trump’s threats. Photo: AFP

Science

China unveils ultra-cheap ‘all-iron flow battery’ for renewable energy storage

Next-generation large-scale energy storage system promises ultra-low cost and record lifespan.

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Science

China launches war on Alzheimer’s that may affect 10% of population by 2050

Chinese biotech firms tackle urgent initiative to create four new pharmaceutical drugs to treat world’s fastest growing form of dementia.

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Politics

Taiwan’s leader Lai delays Africa trip after 3 nations revoke flight permission

Taiwan blames Beijing for the move, which forced William Lai to put off visit to eSwatini, the island’s sole remaining partner in Africa.

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William Lai’s office says this is the first time any Taiwanese leader has had to delay an overseas visit at the last minute. Photo: AFP
William Lai’s office says this is the first time any Taiwanese leader has had to delay an overseas visit at the last minute. Photo: AFP

Politics

Does William Lai’s cancelled eSwatini trip show Beijing’s reach in Africa?

Beijing denies using economic coercion to derail Taiwanese leader’s visit to African ally.

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Politics

Trump effect? Taiwan poll reveals deep doubts about US military protection

Results also suggest a more pragmatic public mood on cross-strait relations, with many respondents favouring dialogue over confrontation.

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Politics

Consider Beijing’s 10-point plan, Taiwan business leaders urge ruling DPP

The island’s government has sparked a row by accusing industry groups of bowing to pressure from mainland China.

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The opposition Kuomintang has seized on the spat to accuse Taiwan’s ruling party of putting ideology ahead of the economy. Photo: Reuters
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LATEST China Science NEWS

China’s thalassaemia jab raises hope for common inherited blood disorder

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Professor Chen Jia (centre), the brain behind the development of the CS-101 therapy. Photo: Handout

Nobel laureate biochemist Hartmut Michel joins Jilin University in China

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German biochemist Hartmut Michel shared the 1988 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for revealing how photosynthesis works at the molecular level. Photo: Handout

Chinese supercomputers help crack mystery of Yellowstone volcanic plumbing

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The Steamboat Geyser erupts in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Chinese scientists say Yellowstone’s magma channels were not blasted open by magma forcing its way upward, as long believed. Photo: Reuters

China unveils ultra-cheap ‘all-iron flow battery’ for renewable energy storage

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A close-up view of multiple battery energy storage system (BESS) containers in utility installation. They are designed to support renewable integration, load balancing and grid electricity. Photo: Handout

China launches war on Alzheimer’s that may affect 10% of population by 2050

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Chinese researchers tasked with the job of creating four new pharmaceutical drugs to treat the world’s fastest growing form of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease. Photo: Getty Images
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