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  Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 06, 2025 The University of Science and Technology of China has achieved a significant milestone in quantum memory research, addressing a long-standing challenge in integrated solid-state devices. The team, led by Chuan-Feng Li and Zong-Quan Zhou, has demonstrated an integrated spin-wave quantum memory capable of extended storage times and on-demand retrieval. This development marks a critical step toward scalable quantum networks. Quantum memories play a pivotal role in enabling long-distance entanglement ... read more |
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NASA eyes SpaceX, Blue Origin to cut Mars rock retrieval costsWashington (AFP) Jan 7, 2025 NASA announced Tuesday it may turn to Elon Musk's SpaceX or Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin to help reduce the soaring costs of returning Martian rocks collected by the Perseverance rover to Earth. ... more  
US approves $3.6 bn missile sale to JapanWashington (AFP) Jan 3, 2025 The United States on Friday announced the approval of a $3.6 billion sale of up to 1,200 advanced air-to-air missiles and related equipment to Japan, one of Washington's closest allies in Asia. ... more  
China incorporates small commercial satellites into weather servicesSydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 06, 2025 Two sets of small commercial satellites have been integrated into the China Meteorological Administration's (CMA) weather observation framework. This marks the first time CMA has utilized data from ... more  
Chinese satellite network enhances maritime internet connectivitySydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 06, 2025 Spacesail Constellation, a Chinese commercial low-orbit satellite network, has successfully completed its inaugural network connection test, demonstrating the system's capability to support high-spe ... more |
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China's foreign minister kicks off Africa tour in NamibiaWindhoek (AFP) Jan 6, 2025 China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Namibia on Monday and hailed the "time-honoured friendship" between Africa and his country, which he called the continent's "most reliable partner". ... more |
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China blasts 'suppression' after US adds Tencent, CATL to military companies listBeijing (AFP) Jan 7, 2025 China on Tuesday accused Washington of "unjustified suppression" after the US Defense Department added tech giant Tencent and battery manufacturer CATL to a list of companies it says are affiliated with Beijing's military. ... more  
Taiwan says China's cyberattacks double as Yellen raises concern to China after Treasury attackTaipei (AFP) Jan 6, 2025 Chinese hackers were involved in most of the cyberattacks against Taiwan last year, which doubled to a daily average of 2.4 million, Taiwanese security officials said. ... more  
Beijing slams US over potential Chinese drone banBeijing (AFP) Jan 3, 2025 China said on Friday it would take "all necessary measures" in response to the United States announcing it was considering restrictions on commercial Chinese drones for national security reasons. ... more
US sanctions China-based hackers with Beijing govt tiesWashington (AFP) Jan 3, 2025 The United States on Friday slapped sanctions on a Beijing-based hacking outfit with links to the Chinese government, accusing it of targeting "critical" US government infrastructure. ... more |
 
China slaps sanctions on US firms over Taiwan arms salesBeijing (AFP) Jan 2, 2025 China sanctioned 10 US defence firms on Thursday over arms sales to Taiwan, its second round of measures against American companies over the issue in less than a week. ... more  Available on Amazon Books |
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Rescuers search for survivors after quake in China's Tibet kills at least 126Beijing (AFP) Jan 8, 2025 Thousands of rescuers were searching for survivors in freezing conditions Wednesday after a devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 126 people. ... more 
Hundreds protest against illegal mining in east DR CongoBukavu, Dr Congo (AFP) Jan 8, 2025 Several hundred people demonstrated Wednesday in Democratic Republic of Congo to protest illegal mining in the country's east, where authorities are investigating claims of widespread illicit Chinese involvement. ... more  
What you need to know about HMPVBeijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 Reports that cases of a flu-like virus called HMPV are rising in China have sparked concern, but experts have dismissed fears that the situation is comparable to the beginnings of Covid-19 five years ago. ... more
Rescuers search for survivors after quake in China's Tibet kills at least 126Beijing (AFP) Jan 8, 2025 Thousands of rescuers were searching for survivors in freezing conditions Wednesday after a devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 126 people. ... more |
 
China's viral wild boar hunters attract fame and concernWeinan, China (AFP) Jan 8, 2025 In the frigid night of China's Qinling mountains, hunters with huge social media followings scour the landscape in pursuit of wild boars menacing local farmers' livelihoods. ... more  
China market fire kills eightBeijing (AFP) Jan 4, 2025 A fire at a vegetable market in north China killed eight people and injured 15 on Saturday, local authorities reported. ... more
Quake in China's Tibet kills 95 with tremors felt in Nepal, IndiaBeijing (AFP) Jan 7, 2025 A devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 95 people and collapsed "many buildings" on Tuesday, state media reported, with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal's capital Kathmandu and parts of India. ... more  
Blooming hard: Taiwan's persimmon growers struggleTaichung, Taiwan (AFP) Jan 2, 2025 Taiwanese persimmon farmer Lo Chih-neng stands on a ladder in his sprawling orchard using secateurs to cut the golden-yellow fruit still hanging from branches after enduring a tough season. ... more |
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China's electric and hybrid vehicle sales jump 40.7% in 2024Beijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 Sales of electric and hybrid vehicles jumped more than 40 percent in China last year, a trade association said on Thursday, as demand for new energy autos continues to surge. ... more  
Trade war worries loom over Las Vegas tech showLas Vegas (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 Chinese companies have turned out in force again at this year's Consumer Electronics Show, with their prospects overshadowed by the threat of steeper tariffs from incoming US president Donald Trump. ... more 
Beijing says EU imposed unfair trade barriers on Chinese firmsBeijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 China said Thursday that an investigation had found the European Union imposed unfair "trade and investment barriers" on Beijing, marking the latest salvo in long-running commercial tensions between the two economic powers. ... more 
Asian markets hit by worries over US inflation, rates outlookHong Kong (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 Asian markets fell Thursday after a tepid lead from Wall Street, with investors increasingly worried about the outlook for inflation and US interest rates as Donald Trump's second presidency looms. ... more |
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China inflation hits nine-month low in DecemberBeijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 China narrowly avoided slipping into deflation in December with prices rising at their slowest pace in nine months, official figures showed Thursday, as Beijing struggles to kickstart consumer activity in the world's number two economy. ... more |
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Volkswagen deliveries fall in 2024 amid China woesBerlin (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 Volkswagen vehicle deliveries fell 1.4 percent year-on-year in 2024, the German carmaker said on Thursday, dragged down by fierce competition in China. ... more 
Sri Lanka president to visit China ahead of budgetColombo (AFP) Jan 7, 2025 Sri Lanka's president will travel to the island's largest bilateral lender China next week ahead of his first national budget, the information minister said Tuesday. ... more  
China's Xi vows 'all-out battle against corruption'Beijing (AFP) Jan 6, 2025 Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday vowed an "all-out battle against corruption" as top leaders convened in Beijing for an annual planning session of the country's top disciplinary agency. ... more 
Blinken in Japan after rift on steel dealTokyo (AFP) Jan 7, 2025 US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was in Japan on Tuesday for talks expected to address North Korean missile launches, but President Joe Biden's blocking of a steel deal is straining the allies' warm ties. ... more |
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