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POLITICSSep 25Singapore food watchdog investigates alleged illegal sales of dog meatThe Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is looking into a social media allegation that dog meat was being sold illegally in Singapore. The screengrabs shared on the Facebook group Dogs Singapore appeared to show an advertisement in Vietnamese offering various cuts of dog meat. A check on Friday morning found that the post containing the screengrab had been deleted. SFA has not approved any source of dog meat, the agency said early on Friday morning. “All food imports must meet SFA’s requirements....South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 25Expert says US - China dialogue on AI risks is still in early stagesfox23.com · United States
POLITICSSep 25Trump rolls out red carpets for Xi Jinping , though he has portrayed China as a global menacenbcnews.com · United States
WORLDSep 25China seal touches hearts for swimming 200km back to island after missing humansA young seal gained widespread attention on social media in China after swimming 200km to return to an island where it had lived for months following its release into the wild. This two-year-old seal marks its second return to a human-inhabited area after being freed into open seas. Internet users were touched by videos showcasing the seal, affectionately named Nana, as it returned to the shores of Dachangshan Island in northeastern China’s Liaoning province. Nana was released into the ocean on...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 25China tested a handheld submarine detector. It tracked a subway train undergroundChinese researchers have showed a handheld quantum magnetometer built for hunting submarines in a striking real-world test: it tracked a subway train rumbling beneath a city street. The device, developed by Peng Xinhua and colleagues at the University of Science and Technology of China, is described in a study published on September 14 in Acta Physica Sinica. Though it is scarcely larger than a pencil and draws only 5 watts of power, it can isolate the magnetic disturbance caused by a moving...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 25Trump praises US-China friendship at state dinner with Xi JinpingThe two superpowers seek greater dialogue despite differences over issues such as Iran, Taiwan, AI and trade.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSSep 25Oracle Japan shares surge 7% after record fiscal first quarter, bucking selloff of U.S. parentOracle Japan shares surged after the company reported record fiscal first-quarter sales and profits.CNBC
POLITICSSep 25From ping-pong to pickleball: China’s unofficial approach to diplomatic messagingBefore setting off for Washington on Wednesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping had some correspondence to attend to. Dozens of students from 10 US universities, including Harvard, had written to Xi about their experiences on an exchange trip to China this year. According to the State Council, Xi responded with a call to the students to advance cooperation between the two countries. The gesture extended a pattern. For decades, Beijing has often turned to unofficial channels, from prominent...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 25How Hong Kong is remapping the future of higher educationHong Kong’s first five-year plan marks an unprecedented milestone not only for its economic and social development, but also for how it governs itself. The plan, which drew on 16,000 public submissions – roughly 80 per cent from ordinary citizens – is a testament to the government’s commitment to long-term development, which shows an unusual convergence of public consensus and political will. For a city long accustomed to letting the market hold the reins, crafting a road map clear in aims,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 25China's Xi urges U.S. to cooperate on AIU.S. President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday at the White House.CNBC
POLITICSSep 25Atlanta is getting pandas: China's Xi revives a longtime diplomatic strategy at summit with U.S.Chinese President Xi Jinping promised two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, reviving Beijing's decades-old charm offensive.CNBC
POLITICSSep 25Trump rolls out red carpets for Xi, though he has portrayed China as a global menaceJust two months ago, President Donald Trump gave a primetime speech accusing China of interfering in the 2020 election.NBC News
POLITICSSep 25Xi calls for translating new vision of China - U . S . relationship into actionA Chinese leader is advocating for the implementation of a new perspective on the relationship between China and the United States. This highlights a significant diplomatic statement regarding future international relations between two major powers.en.people.cn · China
SCI & TECHSep 25Expert says US - China dialogue on AI risks is still in early stagesAn expert indicates that the dialogue between the US and China regarding AI risks is still in its early stages. This highlights ongoing international efforts to address the implications of artificial intelligence.news4sanantonio.com · United States
POLITICSSep 25China is defeating US imperialism ! Forward to nationalised economies worldwide and an end to imperialism ! This article presents an ideological statement advocating for the defeat of US imperialism by China and a global shift towards nationalized economies.wrp.org.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSSep 25Lawmakers , advocates protest China visitLawmakers and advocates are protesting a visit to China, indicating opposition to the trip or the policies associated with it. This highlights political and activist engagement regarding international relations with China.homenewshere.com · United States
POLITICSSep 25Trump hails deep friendship with Xi as China leader urges healthy competition between 2 powersThe US President has highlighted a strong friendship with China's leader, who in turn advocated for healthy competition between the two nations. This indicates ongoing diplomatic dialogue and the state of bilateral relations.applevalleynewsnow.com
WORLDSep 25Most people have difficulty holding their breath underwater for two minutes, but the Bajau can spend up to five hours a day diving and working under the sea after generations of life built around the oceanThey descend up to 70 meters with only weights and goggles. They live in houses on the coasts of Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia, in Asia.Clarín
POLITICSSep 25In Trump’s White House, China’s Dictator Is Welcome. American Media, Less So.The showdown over President Trump’s partial media ban played out as he welcomed President Xi Jinping, whose government is ranked among the most repressive in the world.NYT US
POLITICSSep 25Legislation among options to regulate minors’ social media use: justice ministerIntroducing legislation to protect minors by regulating social media use is among the options on the table, Hong Kong’s justice minister has said, after the latest policy address unveiled plans to create a task force to review the situation. Speaking to the South China Morning Post and other media outlets on Wednesday, Secretary for Justice Paul Lam Ting-kwok dismissed concerns that such measures could infringe on individual rights and freedoms, emphasising that the goal was to protect children...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 25Expert says US - China dialogue on AI risks is still in early stagesAn expert states that discussions between the US and China regarding the risks associated with Artificial Intelligence are currently in their preliminary phases. This indicates ongoing efforts to address the challenges posed by advanced AI technology.wtov9.com · United States
POLITICSSep 25Trump lays out the pomp for Xi but says little about the significant tensions in US - China relationsFormer President Trump provided a ceremonial welcome for President Xi, while largely avoiding discussion of significant tensions in US-China relations. This highlights the diplomatic balancing act between formality and addressing critical international issues.dailyadvance.com · United States
SCI & TECHSep 25Expert says US - China dialogue on AI risks is still in early stagesAn expert states that dialogue between the US and China regarding AI risks is still in its early stages. This highlights ongoing international discussions on artificial intelligence governance.foxrochester.com · United States
POLITICSSep 25Sen. Thom Tillis says U.S. needs "eyes wide open" when dealing with ChinaNorth Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis told CBS News on Thursday that President Trump's summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping was "bad timing." Chris McGuire, senior fellow with the Council on Foreign Relations, joins with analysis of the talks.CBS News