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BUSINESSOct 1Humanoid robots: China builds them, but Germany could supply the joints and handsEurope has so far built few humanoid robots, yet could profit from each one. German car part suppliers may play a key role in joints, says a Fraunhofer study.EuroNews [en]
WORLDOct 1In his career swan song, Kei Nishikori loses to Frances Tiafoe at Japan OpenKei Nishikori had an emotional farewell to his tennis career at the Japan Open on Thursday. Nishikori lost 6-4, 6-4 to second-seeded Frances Tiafoe in the first round.…Japan Today
POLITICSOct 1Kyoto's Nijo Castle to charge out-of-town visitors twice as much as city residents for admissionKyoto plans to introduce dual pricing for admission fees to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as early as from fiscal 2027, charging out-of-town visitors twice as…Japan Today
DISASTEROct 1Expressway from Chiba across Tokyo Bay closed due to multivehicle accidentTwo people in a truck died on Thursday after a multivehicle accident on the expressway that crosses Tokyo Bay connecting Chiba and Kanagawa prefectures, authorities said. The accident…Japan Today
WORLDOct 1Kyoto's Nijo Castle to charge out-of-town visitors twice as much as city residents for admissionKyoto plans to introduce dual pricing for admission fees to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as early as from fiscal 2027, charging out-of-town visitors twice as…Japan Today
POLITICSOct 1Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residencyJapan on Thursday toughened requirements for foreigners wanting to obtain permanent residency, as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push to tighten immigration controls. Under new rules that…Japan Today
WORLDOct 1Hikers flock to Hong Kong’s Po Pin Chau on first day of National Day ‘golden week’More than 400 hikers visited one of Hong Kong’s best-known geological attractions on Thursday morning as some tourists chose outdoor activities on the first day of the National Day “golden week”. Some visitors arrived at Po Pin Chau, where the city’s first countryside real-name reservation system was introduced in late August to manage crowd sizes, ahead of their afternoon booking slots to try their luck. Director of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Mickey Lai Kin-ming said about 440...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHOct 1Nearly a third of Singaporeans open to nuclear energy’s potential, highest in Asean: studyJust under a third of Singaporeans, or 31.4 per cent, believe that nuclear energy promises a clean power source with the greatest potential in the city state, representing the highest acceptance rate in Southeast Asia, a new study has found. The approval rate represented an 11.1 per cent increase from 2024, the Southeast Asia Climate Outlook 2026 Survey found, even as solar energy continued to be the most popular choice. Singapore is studying advanced nuclear technologies, including small...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 1Infineon opens new Thailand manufacturing plant in $1.4B expansionInfineon has opened a new manufacturing plant in Thailand as part of a $1.4 billion expansion. This signifies a significant corporate investment and growth in the region's manufacturing sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 1XPeng delivers 41,256 EVs in September, up 5% M/M; Q3 total reaches 118,390XPeng delivered 41,256 electric vehicles in September, marking a 5% month-over-month increase, with the total for Q3 reaching 118,390 units. This reports the company's recent sales performance in the EV market.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHOct 1Maxwell smart: new Chinese embodied model tops global AI ranking on physical tasksA new embodied AI model known as Maxwell – developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Artificial Intelligence for Industries – has shot to first place on the Meta-World benchmark for robot physical tasks. Maxwell scored 91.9 – the highest ever recorded on the simulation benchmark. Meta-World was set up by researchers from Stanford University, UC Berkeley and other institutions to evaluate how well robots perform 50 everyday physical tasks. They range from grasping and carrying to...South China Morning Post
HEALTHOct 1Health chief warns overstated claims of job shortages could lead to fewer new nursesHong Kong’s health minister has warned that the city will need to “bear the consequences” of exaggerating concerns over the employment prospects of nurses, as such remarks could deter new blood from joining the profession. “I do not want recent comments, such as claims that ‘[nursing] graduation equals unemployment’, to dampen the interest of our younger generation in joining the nursing profession,” Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau said on Thursday. “Training nurses takes time, and [the number...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHOct 1China's Tencent taps Oracle for 100,000 AI chips in $7B lease deal - reportChina's Tencent is reportedly leasing 100,000 AI chips from Oracle in a $7 billion deal. This transaction highlights the increasing demand for AI infrastructure and significant investments in the technology sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 1ICYMI : BOJ opinions and tankan both point to more rate hikes after September moveOpinions from the Bank of Japan and its Tankan survey indicate the likelihood of further rate hikes following the September move. This suggests a continuation of a tightening monetary policy.investinglive.com
WORLDOct 1Shadyside Native Is Oldest Person On Vietnam Veterans Memorial Walltheintelligencer.net · United States
BUSINESSOct 1Jamieson Greer pushes G20 to counter excess capacity, flags China’s non-market policiesSeeking Alpha Tech
WORLDOct 1India vs Pakistan live: Asian Games hockey semifinalFollow our live text and photo commentary stream from the semifinal in Japan.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSOct 1China’s carmakers eye record 12 million overseas sales in 2026 as ‘go global’ plan pays offChinese automotive groups have cause to celebrate their go-global strategy amid breakneck export growth in recent years, with deliveries in 2026 expected to beat expectations already buoyed by an international energy shock caused by conflict in the Middle East. Leading carmakers from BYD to Chery Automobile have doubled down on overseas expansion, with some evolving into powerful contenders in markets such as Europe and Africa, which were once dominated by the likes of Volkswagen. “A sluggish...South China Morning Post
HEALTHOct 1Malaysian medical body raises alarm over high doctor ‘no-show’ rate in Sabah, SarawakThe Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed concern over reports of high “no-show” rates among medical officers assigned to permanent postings in Sabah and Sarawak. The medical body urged the government to take action by reverting to a percentage-based allowance and introducing incentives to attract and retain healthcare workers in East Malaysia. MMA president Sivanaesan Letchumanan pointed to reports which said that a number of medical officers failed to report for their permanent...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 1Trump touts $200B South Korean investment for Texas power, nuclear, and Alaska LNGFormer President Trump is promoting a $200 billion South Korean investment aimed at developing power, nuclear, and LNG projects in Texas and Alaska. This significant international investment could boost US energy infrastructure and create jobs.Seeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYOct 1China carves new military presence in Southeast Asian neighbourasiaone.com · Singapore
CONFLICTOct 1After DMZ blasts , Lee stresses dialogue , tension easing with NorthFollowing blasts in the DMZ, Lee emphasized the importance of dialogue and easing tensions with the North, indicating diplomatic efforts to manage cross-border relations. This highlights an ongoing geopolitical situation with potential for conflict or de-escalation.koreaherald.com · South Korea
BUSINESSOct 1S . Korea exports hit record high in September on record - breaking AI chip demand - XinhuaSouth Korea's exports reached a record high in September, driven by unprecedented demand for AI chips, demonstrating strong economic performance in a key technology sector. This highlights significant market trends and national economic growth.english.news.cn
BUSINESSOct 1BOJ signals accelerated rate tightening amid persistent inflation risksThe Bank of Japan (BOJ) has signaled an accelerated rate tightening policy due to persistent inflation risks. This indicates a shift in monetary policy.Seeking Alpha Tech
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