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WORLDOct 2‘America is back’, AI ‘conspiracy’, China’s Laos deal: 7 global relations readsWe have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering global relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Trump condemns ‘sick conspiracy’ against AI, says he is only guardrail needed US President Donald Trump downplayed growing concerns about artificial intelligence, claiming America already has guardrails to regulate the industry and warning that casting doubt on development only benefits...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 2Rights group , US lawmakers condemn first Starbucks stores in China XinjiangHuman rights groups and US lawmakers are condemning the opening of the first Starbucks stores in China's Xinjiang region. This highlights concerns related to corporate presence in an area associated with human rights issues.justiceinfo.net · Syria
WORLDOct 2China Qinwen Zheng survives lengthy Beijing openerChinese tennis player Qinwen Zheng has successfully advanced through a lengthy opening match in Beijing. This is routine sports news highlighting an athlete's performance.theuknews.com · United Kingdom
WORLDOct 2‘Surrounded by total love’: China director, 75, criticised for 5th child plan with wifeChina’s veteran filmmaker Zhang Jizhong, 75, and his 44-year-old wife, Du Xinglin, ignited online debate after announcing they are contemplating having a fifth child. The Beijing-born director and producer is renowned for his adaptations of celebrated television versions of classic Chinese novels, including Water Margin and Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils. Du, who studied in France, holds a doctorate in intellectual property law. The couple married in 2017 and have since welcomed a son and two...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 1Young martial artists train in China’s ancient mountain schoolsYoung students from China and abroad train in tai chi and kung fu on the Wudang Mountains, where Taoist philosophy shapes martial arts and daily life.EuroNews [en]
WORLDOct 1Alex Eala loses Asian Games semifinal to China’s Wang XiyuWorld number 18 Eala was beaten 3-6, 6-3, 6-2 by 85th-ranked Xiyu, who will face compatriot Zhang Shuai in the final.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDSep 30China extends 52-year unbeaten record as Asian Games organisers apologiseChinese divers were unstoppable as the country's sizeable overall tally of gold medals swelled to 150.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDSep 30Chinese-Malaysian woman proud to find grandad honoured in China for secret WWII sacrificeWhile travelling in Kunming, southwestern China’s Yunnan province, a Chinese-Malaysian woman unexpectedly came across photos of her late grandfather showcased in a public exhibit. The display celebrated the historical contributions of overseas Chinese machinists who played a vital role in supporting the nation during World War II. The woman’s Chinese name is Zhang Huiqing, although she uses the handle @Huiching on social media. In mid-September, she released a video revealing that during her...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 30China warns officials, fires kindergarten principal over ‘mops in cooking pots’ scandalLocal Chinese authorities have issued warnings and demerits to 11 officials and dismissed the entire kitchen staff at a kindergarten following a teacher’s revelation about unsanitary practices, including washing dirty mops in cooking pots. On June 30, several children at the Affiliated Kindergarten of Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology in Jiangsu province exhibited symptoms such as nausea and vomiting during and after lunch. Parents had been inquiring about the...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 29China mourns death of music legend Liu Huan, voice of 2008 Beijing Olympic theme songRenowned Chinese singer and songwriter Liu Huan passed away in Shanghai on September 25 at the age of 63 due to illness, prompting widespread mourning among the mainland public. The University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, where Liu taught the History of Western Music for three decades, issued an obituary but did not disclose details about the illness. His death saddened many, as Liu was a beloved figure across China. As one of the country’s most famous and respected male...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 29‘Inception’ trips, Chinamaxxing and undertourism: Euronews Travel’s top trends and predictions for 2027From holidays within a holiday to undertourism and longevity retreats, the Euronews Travel team picks out some of the trends and destinations for travel in 2027.EuroNews [en]
WORLDSep 28China professor sparks debate by claiming one-third of youth are ‘unsuitable for marriage’A viral interview with Chinese professor-influencer Liang Yongan has reignited the debate over China’s evolving marriage norms after he argued that at least one-third of people in the country are ill-suited for marriage. Liang, 72, a professor of Chinese language and literature at Fudan University in Shanghai, has emerged as a significant voice on mainland social media, attracting nearly one million followers with his candid observations on youth culture, relationships, and social change. The...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 28Elderly resident sparks fury in China after cutting worker’s safety rope to hang laundryAn elderly resident in southern China sparked online outrage after cutting a high-altitude worker’s safety rope to use it as a washing line. The incident occurred when Liu, a worker from Foshan, Guangdong province, was repairing the exterior wall of a high-rise building on September 17. After descending from the 30th floor to a platform on the second floor, he discovered that one of his safety ropes had been cut, with part of the rope left on the platform. Fortunately, no workers were using the...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 27Two giant pandas arrive at Atlanta zoo from China for 10-year stayThe pandas, named Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, took off from China on Sunday aboard the ‘FedEx Panda Express’The Independent World
WORLDSep 27Giant Pandas, Icons of China’s Soft Diplomacy, Arrive in AtlantaA male named Ping Ping and a female named Fu Shuang landed on Sunday, days after China’s leader said he would dispatch “envoys of friendship” to the United States.NYT US
WORLDSep 27New giant pandas from China arrive in Atlanta zooZoo Atlanta said giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Sunday morning.CBS News
WORLDSep 27Two giant pandas head to Atlanta zoo from China after Trump-Xi agreementThe pandas set off for Atlanta on Sunday morningThe Independent World
WORLDSep 27The other crop that built China: how millet became foundation for Chinese civilisationRice may be the most universal ingredient in the world, serving as a cornerstone of the diet for billions in Asia. However, for much of Chinese history, rice faced a serious competitor, and entire cultures developed around a different cereal grain, one that has since diminished in significance: millet. Millet is a cereal grain that behaves and tastes similarly to rice but has a rounder form. It is often used in porridge, stir-fries, or even fritters. In certain regions of China, millet is...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 27China sends two giant pandas off to Atlanta zoo after Xi-Trump summitPing Ping and Fu Shuang took off to Atlanta on a FedEx plane, with steamed corn buns, carrots and bamboo to snack on during the flight. Their trip is one of the few concrete things to come out the Xi-Trump summit.DW News [en]
WORLDSep 27My trip to China wine region where I had the Great Wall to myselfAn individual recounts a trip to a wine region in China, highlighting a unique experience of visiting the Great Wall alone. This story describes a personal travel experience in Asia.thetimes.com
WORLDSep 27Pandas leave China , on way to AtlantaPandas are departing from China and are en route to Atlanta. This event signifies international animal transfer and cultural exchange between the two locations.wsbtv.com · United States
WORLDSep 27Biao Xiang : Young people in China are fangirling over a professor who gets their anxietyYoung people in China are showing strong admiration for a professor named Biao Xiang who addresses their anxiety. This highlights a cultural phenomenon and a public figure resonating with youth in China.bbc.co.uk · United Kingdom
WORLDSep 26Asian Games 2026: Joshna Chinappa And Velavan Senthilkumar Clinch Squash Bronze After Thrilling 3-Game Semifinal Loss To Hong KongIndia’s Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar won bronze in mixed doubles squash at the Asian Games 2026 after a thrilling 10-11, 11-2, 10-11 semifinal loss to Hong Kong. India also secured medals in marathon and shooting, while archery, athletics and other events saw strong performances.freepressjournal · india
WORLDSep 26China couple have 13 kids to avoid village bullying, elderly loneliness, dividing public opinionA middle-aged couple in rural China has recently trended on social media for having 13 children. The family, living in a village in Qinzhou in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, stands out in mainland China, particularly in light of the country’s declining birth rate. This situation has prompted authorities to implement various policies encouraging marriage and larger families. According to Jiupai News, the 49-year-old man, surnamed Huang, and his 42-year-old wife have welcomed 13 children –...South China Morning Post
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