News & Insights Across Asia
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China’s major industrial firms reported a 4.3% profit increase in the first four months of the year, matching first-quarter growth, signaling resilience amid global economic uncertainties.
China intensifies its nationwide anti-smoking campaign as 44 more cities implement regulations, aiming to reduce smoking rates and promote public health.
Two new sections of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area intercity railway began operation, marking the launch of the region’s longest intercity route, enhancing connectivity across key cities.
The Shenzhou-18 crew is advancing space science by studying zebrafish behavior in microgravity aboard the China Space Station, providing insights into vertebrate growth and ecosystem sustainability in space.
China has unveiled 19 new professions, including AI specialists, reflecting a surge in digital development and expanding the nation’s workforce landscape.
Elon Musk’s xAI plans to build the world’s largest GPU-powered supercomputer by 2025 to power the next version of its AI chatbot Grok, potentially partnering with Oracle.
Chinese and Ukrainian astronomers have developed a groundbreaking technique to improve monitoring of near-Earth asteroids, enhancing Earth’s defense against potential asteroid impacts.
In this week’s Science Saturday, explore OpenAI’s GPT-4o multilingual AI, ancient Nile discoveries solving pyramid mysteries, Tesla’s autonomous robot Optimus, and solar-powered smelting innovations.
On International Skin Pigmentation Day, Professor Wang Gang discusses the vital connection between skin health and overall well-being, emphasizing the impact of diet and lifestyle on our skin.
China generated 32.85 zettabytes of data in 2023, marking a 22.44% increase from the previous year, highlighting explosive growth driven by 5G, AI, and widespread smart device use.
The number of China-Europe freight train trips has surpassed 90,000, marking a significant milestone in strengthening trade across the Eurasian continent.
China’s leading position in green technologies like electric vehicles and solar panels is set to aid global efforts in accelerating green transitions, according to Italian expert Silvia Menegazzi.
Boeing is set to launch its first crewed Starliner mission in early June, following successful reviews addressing previous technical issues. The mission aims to ferry two astronauts to the International Space Station.
Chinese surgeons have successfully performed the world’s first live pig liver transplant into a human, marking a significant breakthrough in organ transplantation and offering hope to patients worldwide.
Chinese scientists have traced rice’s evolution from wild grass to domesticated crop over 100,000 years, revealing China’s pivotal role in agriculture, as published in Science.
China’s Ministry of State Security reveals that foreign nations are exploiting undersea cables for espionage, urging vigilance to protect critical global communication infrastructure.
At BEYOND Expo 2024, intelligent robots captivate global audiences with groundbreaking innovations in AI and automation, heralding a new era of technological advancement in Asia and beyond.
Excessive carbohydrate intake can affect skin health, says Professor Wang Gang. Learn how moderating carbs and maintaining a balanced diet can enhance your skin’s wellness.
The 7th Digital China Summit in Fuzhou showcases cutting-edge AI and 5.5G innovations, offering over 100 interactive experiences and attracting over 50,000 attendees from around the world.
Scarlett Johansson accuses OpenAI of using her voice likeness without consent, reigniting Hollywood’s concerns over AI’s impact on creative rights.