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Chinese geneticist He Jiankui, known for gene-editing babies, plans to eradicate Alzheimer's and create genetically modified babies globally.

Chinese media report development of a deep-sea 'cable cutter' capable of disrupting all existing cables, posing global communication threat.

China, Russia, Iran issue joint statement on nuclear program evaluation in Beijing, emphasizing removal of unilateral sanctions and peaceful dialogue. UN Security Council resolution highlighted.

Iran's Foreign Minister responds to Donald Trump's negotiation threat, stating the letter has not reached them. Iran ready for equal negotiations on peaceful nuclear program.

Arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte in Manila sparks joy and controversy amid ICC accusations. Human rights groups react.

Former Philippine President Duterte arrested by International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity. Latest updates on Duterte's arrest.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang announces economic growth target amidst US trade war tensions at National People's Congress in Beijing.

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang presents annual work report and budget draft to the congress, targeting around 5% economic growth by 2025.

Chinese animated film 'Ne Zha 2' becomes the most successful ever, grossing over a billion dollars outside Hollywood.

President Trump's decision to suspend military aid to Ukraine sparks backlash from critics.

US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, and raised tariffs on China to 20%.

China claims to have discovered an inexhaustible source of thorium, capable of providing the country with energy for 60,000 years.

President Xi and Vladimir Putin strengthen ties amidst shifting global power dynamics, impacted by Trump's recent actions.

After approximately 11 years, search operations have resumed for the missing Malaysia Airlines plane, which has been a mystery for the world.

Taiwan has seized a Chinese-linked cargo ship after the disruption of a submarine cable connection to the Penghu Islands. The incident is considered a national security issue by Taiwan.

Chinese researchers find a new bat virus capable of cross-species transmission to humans, posing similar risks as COVID-19.

Taiwan reports the presence of 36 Chinese military aircraft and 8 ships near the island, escalating tensions in the region.

An explosion at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi shopping mall in Taichung, Taiwan, has resulted in 5 deaths and 7 injuries.

China reaffirms backing for independent Palestinian state and two-state solution amid Trump's proposal to take over Gaza and relocate Palestinians.

Turkish defense industry's national aircraft carrier project 'Blue Homeland' gets extensive coverage in China's PLA Daily.

Local authorities in Japan's Otaru resort to private security to manage unruly tourists, amidst concerns of overcrowding and safety hazards.

China's construction of a military command center 30 km southwest of Beijing raises concerns in the US.

Italy's Data Protection Authority (GPDP) has blocked access to the Chinese artificial intelligence application DeepSeek.

A fire broke out on a passenger plane in Gimhae International Airport in South Korea. 169 passengers and 7 crew members were evacuated as the fire was suspected to be caused by a portable charger in the cabin baggage.

A man who drove into a crowd in the Chinese city of Zhuhai and killed 35 people has been executed.

President Xi Jinping of China and Donald Trump had a phone call prior to Trump's inauguration, emphasizing a commitment to improve global safety.

North Korea reopens the city of Rason, a port city in the northwest of the country, for foreign tourists after five years of border closure due to the pandemic.

After Covid-19, a new concern arises with the increase in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China, Taiwan, India, and Hong Kong.

Asian countries celebrated the new year of 2025 with impressive fireworks and light shows. Find out how different countries marked the beginning of the year.

The Ukrainian army has released the notes of a North Korean soldier who died in the Russian border area, with detailed drawings including how to bring down a drone.