U.S. Robotics Race With China Faces Tariff Hurdles
Escalating U.S.-China tariffs threaten robotics innovation as companies grapple with rare earth access, supply chains, and rising production costs in global tech race.
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Trump Eyes TikTok Deadline Extension Amid Trade Tensions
Trump signals possible TikTok deadline extension if no U.S.-China deal by June 19, amid trade tariff negotiations and tech security concerns.
China Boosts NEV Charging Network for May Day Travel Surge
China’s expanded NEV charging network supports holiday travelers through smart tech and record infrastructure growth, accelerating clean energy adoption.
Microbes Revolutionize Crop Yields in Arid Regions, Study Reveals
Joint China-Austria study shows beneficial microbes boost maize yields by improving soil quality in northwest China’s arid regions, offering sustainable farming solutions.
Chinese Innovators Revolutionize Drug Delivery with Organ ‘Band-Aid’
Chinese scientists unveil precision drug-delivery ‘organ band-aid’ using nano-tech, published in Nature. A potential game-changer for healthcare.
Shanghai Emerges as Global AI Powerhouse With New Innovation Hub
Shanghai’s AI incubator becomes a global innovation hub, driving China’s strategy for technological leadership through public-private collaboration and cutting-edge research.
Youth Power Drives China’s Tech Innovation Surge
Young Chinese innovators lead breakthroughs in aerospace, 5G networks, and robotics, driven by national strategies and President Xi’s emphasis on youth-led scientific advancement.
New Studies Reignite Debates Over COVID-19’s U.S. Origins
Recent research from US agencies suggests COVID-19 may have circulated earlier than Wuhan reports, with studies pointing to prior unexplained outbreaks.
Trump’s NASA Budget Pivots to Mars Amid Moon Program Cuts
Trump’s 2026 budget proposes sweeping NASA cuts to moon missions, favoring Mars exploration and commercial space ventures led by SpaceX.
U.S. Flu Season Sees Record Pediatric Deaths Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
U.S. CDC reports 216 pediatric flu deaths this season, the highest in non-pandemic years. Declining child vaccination rates cited as a key factor. Vaccinations urged.
Youth Power Fuels China’s Rural Revitalization: Meet the ‘New Farmers’
Young innovators like Wang Lingli are transforming rural China through smart farming and tech-driven agriculture, driving national revitalization efforts.
Apple Braces for $900M Tariff Impact in Q3 as Supply Chains Shift
Apple faces $900M in Q3 tariffs as it shifts iPhone production to India, while China sales decline sparks investor concerns.
NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope Begins Historic Sky Mapping Mission
NASA’s SPHEREx space telescope begins mapping the entire sky to study galaxy evolution and the universe’s origins, aiming to reveal cosmic mysteries.
China’s Nuclear Power Capacity Surpasses 120 Million Kilowatts
China achieves 120M kW nuclear capacity milestone, reducing annual CO2 emissions by 370M tonnes while maintaining world-class safety standards, per NEA data.
Biocontrol Backfire: Invasive Plants Thrive Under Pressure, Study Finds
New research warns that biocontrol methods may unintentionally strengthen invasive plants by fostering cooperation among them, challenging traditional ecological management strategies.
Shenzhou-19 Space Samples Advance Key Research on Lunar, Martian Survival
China’s Shenzhou-19 mission delivers 37.25kg of space samples to scientists, including zero-gravity fruit fly studies and lunar construction materials, unlocking keys to future space colonization.
Jupiter’s Volcanic Moon Io Reveals Secrets in NASA Juno Mission Data
NASA’s Juno mission uncovers volcanic dynamics on Jupiter’s moon Io and atmospheric insights, enhancing understanding of our solar system.
China Launches 3-Month AI Misuse Crackdown
China initiates nationwide AI governance campaign to combat misinformation and illegal content through platform accountability measures.
Tesla Board Explores CEO Succession Plan Amid Leadership Shifts
Tesla’s board initiates search for new CEO as leadership focus shifts and financial performance declines, reports WSJ.
China’s Shenzhou-19 Astronauts Begin Beijing Recovery After Historic Mission
Shenzhou-19 astronauts return to Beijing for post-mission recovery after 183 days in space, highlighting China’s advancing crewed spaceflight capabilities.