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SCI & TECHSep 27China and US announce AI safety channel even as Trump claims ‘super intelligence’ needs no guardrailsXi Jinping reportedly told his US counterpart that AI must be harnessed ‘for good’, despite Trump calling safety fears a hoaxThe Independent World
HEALTHSep 27The hidden risks of using traditional Chinese medicine with Western prescriptionsIn the second instalment of a four-part Health Matters series on traditional Chinese medicine, Aidyn Fitzpatrick investigates the drug-interaction risks of combining Chinese remedies with Western medicine, and how Hongkongers can protect themselves from avoidable complications. An elderly woman with a mechanical heart valve was taking warfarin, a blood thinner to prevent and treat blood clots, when she began using the Chinese herb danshen, often marketed for “blood circulation”. Her blood lost...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 27US , China agree to up cooperation | The Arkansas Democrat - Gazette - Arkansa Best News SourceThe United States and China have agreed to increase their cooperation. This development signals improved diplomatic relations between the two global powers.arkansasonline.com · United States
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 27Bangkok flood warnings ‘came too late’ Thais say, worst flood in 15 yearsSouth China Morning Post
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 27Hong Kong men turn to plush ‘bag charms’ for self-expression, comfortWhether he is commuting to work or meeting clients, 31-year-old Hong Kong architect Bryan Hui always has a plush toy keychain of Chiikabu – a beetle-like creature from the popular Japanese anime Chiikawa – hanging from his black backpack. Beyond its cute appearance, Hui is drawn to Chiikabu’s backstory as a conflicted character who practises self-restraint out of loyalty to his friends. “I carry it with me because it makes me feel comforted and healed,” he said, adding that he owns nearly 50...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 27Remote section of China’s Great Wall damaged by 20 years of mine waste dumpingWhile foreign leaders and their families walk the iconic restored sections of the Great Wall around Beijing, the ancient stones of a remote Ming-era stretch of the structure in northern central China have been sacrificed for cheaper dumping of coal-mining waste. For nearly 20 years, a section of the wall in Ningwu county, Shanxi province, was used as a short cut to dump slag, despite whistle-blowers repeatedly raising the alarm to officials, according to a report by Chinese state broadcaster...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 277 teens swept up in police crackdown on bicycle-related offences in Tseung Kwan OHong Kong police have clamped down on bicycle-related offences in Tseung Kwan O, with seven teenagers facing prosecution for allegedly failing to display bike lights at night and cycling on pavements. In a social media post on Saturday, police in Tseung Kwan O district said officers had recently issued summonses to seven boys, aged 14 to 17, as part of an enforcement operation. The force said the seven teens were facing prosecution for allegedly failing to display a front white light and a rear...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 27Column : Learn from history : beware of resurgence of Japanese militarismA column discusses historical lessons and warns against a potential resurgence of Japanese militarism, highlighting concerns about its implications.europesun.com · Russia
POLITICSSep 27‘Right now, it’s fine’: Trump brushes off questions about summit talk on TaiwanUS President Donald Trump has sought to play down exchanges with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Taiwan independence, saying on Saturday that they touched on the subject only briefly. “We didn’t talk about it too much. Right now, it’s fine. It’s just moving along,” Trump said. “We didn’t spend a lot of time talking about Taiwan. He understands very much how I feel.” During the summit in Washington last week, Xi pressed Trump to take an explicit position against Taiwan independence – a...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 27Malaysia’s Ng, Subramaniam book LA28 Olympics berth with Asian Games goldThe top seeds defend their Asian Games squash titles, becoming the first players to qualify for the Los Angeles Games.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 27A Hong Kong professor’s sexist views have been laid bare. That’s goodLove is a many-splendoured thing – except when seen through the lens of economists, apparently. Prominent economist Terence Chong Tai-leung, a Chinese University of Hong Kong associate professor, confirmed this in an address last week to the university’s New Asia College. In a speech titled “How to invest in your life?”, he basically told the female students at the event that they were wasting their time on academic achievements, since women must aim to marry for money. Don’t pursue a PhD, he...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 27Duterte denies knowing , receiving money from dismissed copFormer President Duterte has denied knowing or receiving money from a dismissed police officer. This addresses allegations concerning his political conduct.sunstar.com.ph · Philippines
BUSINESSSep 27Chip boom set to push Korea excess tax revenue above $37 billionA boom in the chip industry is expected to significantly increase South Korea's excess tax revenue, potentially exceeding $37 billion. This indicates a strong economic performance driven by the technology sector.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
BUSINESSSep 27Korea US investment triggers 2nd wave of orders for ESS , power gear makersInvestment between Korea and the US has led to a second wave of orders for energy storage system (ESS) and power gear manufacturers. This indicates a positive economic development and growth in specific industries.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
CONFLICTSep 27POW transfer , DMZ blast complicate Lee peace initiativekoreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
POLITICSSep 27Why Southeast Asia feels relief and caution after the Xi-Trump summitSoutheast Asia is welcoming the thaw in US-China ties continuing after the Xi-Trump summit, with analysts saying the region could feel less pressure alongside fewer open frictions between the two over the South China Sea. Yet, caution persists as the summit left deeper disputes unresolved. “Stable great-power relations – competitive but with sturdy guardrails – will create more legroom for third countries to navigate an increasingly complex world,” according to Lucio Blanco Pitlo III, a research...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 27No public mentions of Taiwan at official Xi and Trump meetingAt a high-profile summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Washington, there was much talk of trade and artificial intelligence. One of the most contentious issues, Taiwan, was only discussed in private.DW News [en]
SCI & TECHSep 27Hong Kong delays AI copyright law to focus on guidelines firstHong Kong authorities will delay a proposed legal amendment to protect copyrighted works from being used to train artificial intelligence (AI) models and will issue operational guidelines first, the South China Morning Post has learned. The Copyright (Amendment) Bill 2025, which aimed to introduce an “opt-out” mechanism for text and data mining to support AI technology development, was originally scheduled to be submitted to the Legislative Council in the first half of last year. The item was...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 27Photos: Heavy rains and flooding in Bangkok force thousands into sheltersContinuous downpours have hammered several areas of Thailand’s capital.Al Jazeera [en]
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]
DISASTERBREAKINGSep 27Bangkok floods trap residents as PM Anutin cuts UK trip short to tackle crisisSouth China Morning Post
WORLDSep 27Hong Kong Stadium could host tennis events amid Victoria Park court upgrade: ministerHong Kong Stadium could serve as an interim home for major tennis tournaments during the redevelopment of Victoria Park’s centre court, the city’s sports minister has said, adding that the government will seek to attract higher-level events even before the new facility is ready. Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui said that authorities could reserve the stadium for tennis during certain periods each year and install temporary courts and other facilities. The plan...South China Morning Post
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