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Xiaomi Seeks Incentives Amidst India's Clampdown on Chinese Firms
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German Chemical Giant BASF to Exit Xinjiang Ventures Amid Human Rights Abuse Allegations
"BASF, the German chemical conglomerate, announced its decision to divest from two joint ventures in Xinjiang, China, amidst rising concerns over alleged human rights abuses linked to its local partner, Xinjiang Markor Chemical Industry Co. -
Hackers From China, Iran and Russia Use ChatGPT to Boost Cyberattacks, Microsoft and OpenAI Warn
"Microsoft and OpenAI have disclosed how nation-state-backed hacking groups from Russia, North Korea, Iran, and China are harnessing the power of advanced AI tools, such as ChatGPT, to fortify their cyber-attack strategies.
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Tesla's Stock Surges as China Approves Full Self-Driving Deployment Under Certain Conditions
Tesla's stock (TSLA) experienced a significant surge in pre-market trading on Wall Street, gaining more than 6% following reports that China is set to approve the automaker's deployment of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) package in the country. The approval comes with certain conditions, according to a person with knowledge of the matter who asked to remain anonymous due to the ambiguity surrounding all the criteria. -
Prince William and Kate Middleton Celebrate 13th Wedding Anniversary with Stunning Unseen Photo
Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Prince and Princess of Wales, celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary on April 29 by sharing a previously unseen photograph from their special day. The stunning black-and-white portrait, captured by photographer Millie Pilkington, shows the smiling couple standing together, with Kate holding her bridal bouquet of lily of the valley, Queen Elizabeth's favorite flower. -
China's Xi to Visit France, Serbia, and Hungary to Strengthen China-EU Relations Amid Global Tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to embark on a significant diplomatic mission to Europe, visiting France, Serbia, and Hungary from May 5 to May 10. This marks his first European tour in five years and comes at a time when global political and economic security is particularly volatile, especially due to ongoing tensions between major world powers. -
Chinese Property Shares Surge on Anticipation of New Stimulus Measures
Shares of Chinese property developers experienced a significant rally on Monday, driven by expectations of forthcoming stimulus measures aimed at revitalizing the struggling real estate sector. The Hong Kong Hang Seng Mainland Properties Index and the mainland China CSI 300 Real Estate Index surged to near four-month highs, climbing 4.3% and 6.9% respectively in morning trading. -
China Warns of Countermeasures Following Biden's Signing of Taiwan and TikTok Bills
Following President Joe Biden's recent signing of legislation aimed at bolstering Taiwan's defenses and enforcing divestiture from TikTok by its Chinese owners, China has signaled potential retaliatory actions. The new U.S. laws, which also include significant military aid to Ukraine and Israel, have escalated tensions, prompting a stern response from Beijing.
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BYD Faces Stiff Competition and Slowing Sales in Q1 Amid Price War Challenges
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has reported a significant slowdown in its financial performance for the first quarter of 2024, revealing the impact of ongoing price wars and cooling demand in the world's largest auto market. The company's latest earnings illustrate a challenging period marked by a steep drop in quarterly profit growth and a reduction in revenue compared to previous quarters. -
Prince Harry Faces Criticism for Wearing British Army Medals While Presenting US Soldier of the Year Award
Prince Harry has come under fire for his decision to wear an assortment of British Army medals while presenting the prestigious "Soldier of the Year" award to US combat medic Sergeant First Class Elizabeth Marks from his Montecito mansion via Zoom. -
Bullygate Scandal: Ex-Aide Samantha Cohen Speaks Out on Alleged Bullying by Meghan Markle
Samantha Cohen, a former royal aide, has recently broken her silence on the difficulties she faced while working for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, shedding light on the ongoing "Bullygate" scandal that has continued to stir controversy within royal circles. -
Prince William, Princess Kate Rumored To Do Adelaide Cottage Renovation For Kids Amid Kate’s Cancer Treatment
Amid Princess Kate's cancer treatment, the Wales family plans significant renovations at Adelaide Cottage to support her recovery and enhance family life. -
King Charles III to Resume Public Duties Amid Ongoing Cancer Treatment, Palace Announces
King Charles III is set to return to "public-facing duties" in the coming weeks, according to an announcement from Buckingham Palace on Friday, April 26. The news comes more than two months after the British monarch revealed he had been diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer and had taken a step back from royal duties to undergo treatment.