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The nozzle was tested on a CK-300 drone. Photo: NUAA

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Could this thrust device give Chinese drones an edge over F-35s?

An aerodynamic tail nozzle designed in Nanjing proves its mettle in a high-subsonic speed drone test.

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A very Chinese time? How memes are paving the way for a soft power shift

8 Feb 2026 - 8:00PMvideocam

China, Philippines hold first talks in over a year: South China Sea thaw ahead?

8 Feb 2026 - 8:34PMvideocam

China Economy

As jobs dry up, China’s graduates turn to booming ‘micro drama’ industry

The bite-sized series now rival box office hits in popularity – and with that success comes opportunity.

8 Feb 2026 - 5:00PM

Actors wait on the set of a micro drama during a filming session at a banquet hall in Zhengzhou, Henan province, on July 16, 2024. Photo: Reuters

China Economy

China’s future growth rate could drop to 2.5% without market reforms: economist

China will struggle to keep growth above 4 per cent unless there is a ‘strong turnaround’ in productivity and consumer spending, economist warns.

8 Feb 2026 - 4:00PM

China

8 dead in biotech workshop blast in central China

Emergency crews remain at the site in Shanxi province as smoke continues to billow from the wreckage.

8 Feb 2026 - 6:17PM

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Business

AutoFlight unveils world’s largest flying car as China races to lead the skies

CATL-backed AutoFlight debuts Matrix, targeting global expansion, as Beijing moves to set standards for domestic eVTOL makers and operators.

8 Feb 2026 - 5:15PM

AutoFlight describes eVTOL aircraft Matrix as the largest of its kind in the world. Photo: Handout

Politics

China executed a series of Myanmese kingpins. What does it say about its sway?

The condemned headed family syndicates that trapped Chinese abroad in massive scam centres.

8 Feb 2026 - 7:20PMvideocam

China Business

China’s Year of the Horse shoppers let emotional satisfaction take the reins

Brand prestige fades in importance as consumers favour festival-themed toys, playful designs and pet items.

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Science

How a deadly tumour cell protein could help fight Alzheimer’s: Chinese study

Chinese scientists’ research could open new doors for ‘precision-targeted’ treatment of the most common form of dementia.

8 Feb 2026 - 10:59AMvideocam

Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behaviour. Photo: Shutterstock

Science

How old is Chinese civilisation? A scholar says it really dates back 8,000 years

Leading scholar’s argument stretches the timeline back beyond the widely accepted figure of 5,000 years.

8 Feb 2026 - 6:37AMvideocam

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

Military

‘Black Hawk’ drones: new frontier in US-China rivalry over Taiwan Strait?

Why US drones and uncrewed helicopters deployed from allied bases could play a ‘critical role’ in disrupting PLA operations.

7 Feb 2026 - 10:00PMvideocam

Diplomacy

‘China threat’? Norway slammed over ‘sheer speculation’ putting ties on line

Chinese embassy rebuke follows latest annual risk assessments from Norwegian intelligence, police and national security agencies.

7 Feb 2026 - 9:30PM

Military

Has the YJ-15 missile been deployed to the Chinese navy? A photo gives clues

The world-leading weapon was unveiled during last year’s Victory Day parade but there was no word then on where it would be used.

7 Feb 2026 - 9:00PM

A PLA Navy J-15T appears to be equipped with two YJ-15s in a highly operational configuration. Photo: Guancha.cn

Science

China sends fourth ‘Shenlong’ reusable spacecraft mission into orbit

Programme for ‘peaceful use of outer space’ launched in 2020 is seen as potential rival to US Space Force’s X-37B.

7 Feb 2026 - 8:30PMvideocam

The official name and technical specifications of the spacecraft have yet to be announced, but Chinese space fans have dubbed it the Shenlong, or “Divine Dragon”. Photo: Sina

Diplomacy

Israeli diplomat Aviv Ezra says ties with China must not be marred by ‘politics’

Highest level official to visit China since Gaza war highlights opportunities for China and Israel to advance ties as peace deal progresses.

7 Feb 2026 - 8:00PMvideocam

Politics

China’s military command tightens discipline at the top in generals’ wake

Revised rules are meant to close loopholes, PLA mouthpiece says, two weeks after Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli’s downfall.

7 Feb 2026 - 8:48PMvideocam

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Science

Chinese satellite forces 4,400 of its Starlink rivals into lower altitude: study

Researchers in China said the SpaceX decision was ‘directly triggered’ by a close call between two satellites in December.

28 Jan 2026 - 12:09AM

SpaceX has said it will move thousands of its internet satellites into a lower orbit. Photo: SpaceX

Science

The Chinese satellites SpaceX says were on collision course with Starlink

As orbits become more crowded and littered with debris, the US operator is having to move its devices to dodge damage.

23 Jan 2026 - 1:56AMvideocam

Science

China applies to put up 200,000 satellites after calling Starlink a crash risk

US Federal Communications Commission says it approved SpaceX to launch 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites.

11 Jan 2026 - 9:40PMvideocam

Science

China suffers unprecedented double rocket launch failures in a single day

Saturday’s twin failures involved a state-owned rocket and a private one, but observers attribute them to industry’s growing pains.

19 Jan 2026 - 10:43PMvideocam

Saturday’s Long March-3B failure was the first in more than five years. Photo: Xinhua

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Could this thrust device give Chinese drones an edge over F-35s?

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The nozzle was tested on a CK-300 drone. Photo: NUAA

How a deadly tumour cell protein could help fight Alzheimer’s: Chinese study

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Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behaviour. Photo: Shutterstock

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

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All you need to know about the Year of the Horse

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Psychiatric hospitals accused of insurance fraud in China

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