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A coordinated airstrike by the U.S. and Israel targeted Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's compound in Tehran, resulting in significant destruction, with satellite images showing smoke and damaged buildings.

A former U.S. Air Force major was arrested for allegedly training the Chinese military without the required authorization.

The US warns Syria against relying on Chinese technology in its telecommunications sector, citing it as a threat to American interests and national security.

The United States has warned Syria against adopting Chinese communication technology due to security risks, urging the use of American technology instead.

A former American military pilot, Gerald Brown, has been arrested and sentenced for illegally training Chinese pilots, raising concerns about U.S. national security.

A former U.S. Air Force officer was arrested for allegedly providing unauthorized defense services to Chinese military pilots and conspiring to do so.

Aston Martin has announced a 20% reduction in its workforce, affecting around 600 employees, due to increased tariffs in China and the U.S., alongside a significant net loss.

Eileen Gu congratulated Alysa Liu on her historic Olympic gold medal win in women's figure skating, highlighting the contrasting narratives of the two Chinese American athletes during the Olympics.

Chinese freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu humorously responded to criticisms from U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance after he expressed disappointment about her choice to represent China instead of the U.S.

Alysa Liu and Eileen Gu, two Chinese American athletes, represent contrasting narratives at the Olympics, highlighting differing perspectives on patriotism and identity.

Eileen Gu, a Chinese-American ski star, responded positively to JD Vance's criticism about her competing for China instead of the US in the Winter Olympics.

The European Union is undertaking a project to develop a large language model, led by Czech linguist Jan Hajič.

Adoptees LuLu Grant and Phoebe McChesney navigate their identities as Chinese-Americans during the Lunar New Year, reflecting on their experiences with cultural integration and personal history.

Chinese skater Ning Zhongyan won the gold medal in the men's 1500 meters at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, leaving American favorite Jordan Stolz with silver.

An American official disclosed details of a suspected covert nuclear test conducted by China in 2020, raising concerns in Washington.

Former NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom criticizes Chinese-American skater Eileen Gu for choosing to represent China in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics, calling her a "traitor" to the United States.

Alysa Liu, an American figure skater, revealed that she and her father were targeted by Chinese spies due to his past as a Tiananmen Square protester.

Eileen Gu, a Chinese freestyle skier and American student, has become the highest-paid athlete at the Olympics, earning significant revenue both through sports and endorsements, despite facing backlash from some American fans.

Spain will investigate American social networks X, Meta, and Chinese TikTok over AI-generated images of child sexual abuse, while Ireland launches an investigation into the AI chatbot Grok for producing sexualized content.

American car manufacturers are concerned about potential Chinese competition in the U.S. auto market, which is the second-largest in the world, following President Trump's encouragement for Chinese companies to build factories in the U.S.

The U.S. government under President Donald Trump has unveiled a reconstruction plan for the American shipbuilding industry, imposing port fees on Chinese-built vessels.

OpenAI has formally warned the U.S. Senate that the Chinese company DeepSik is allegedly using American models unlawfully to train its AI systems.

A Chinese commercial satellite has disclosed the location of the U.S. THAAD missile defense system stationed at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, amid growing tensions with Iran.

TikTok has transitioned from Chinese to American ownership in the U.S., raising questions about censorship and data security, particularly for American and Polish users.

Trump is considering a framework for allowing Chinese car manufacturers to enter the U.S. market, involving joint ventures with American firms.

The article discusses how Chinese universities, particularly Zhejiang University, are surpassing American institutions in scientific research output, raising alarm in the U.S.

The Czech government advises Chinese banks to refrain from investing in American bonds due to various geopolitical tensions.

The chief of Indonesia's telecommunications sector emphasizes the need for digital sovereignty and localization in the face of increasing competition between Chinese and American AI providers.

A Chinese factory relocation to the USA, as demanded by Trump, is leading to bankruptcy for an American manufacturer.

Chinese banks are advised against purchasing American debt, a move that could have significant implications for US-China financial relations.

The transition of TikTok to majority US ownership is perceived as beneficial for its Chinese owners but detrimental to American users due to anticipated censorship and manipulation.

An increasing number of young Americans are embracing elements of Chinese culture, suggesting a shift in identity as seen through trends like 'Chinamaxxing' on platforms like TikTok and Twitch.

Farmers in northeastern China benefit from a government economic boost aimed at achieving independence from the U.S., while a Milwaukee-based manufacturer strives to reduce its reliance on Chinese components.

Chinese President Xi Jinping centered the Taiwan issue in Sino-American relations, urging the United States to exercise 'caution' regarding arms sales to the island during a phone call with President Donald Trump.

China may purchase millions of tons of American soybeans in the coming months, as reported by U.S. President Donald Trump following a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Chinese President Xi Jinping issued a strong warning against U.S. arms sales to Taiwan during a phone call with President Donald Trump, who demanded China purchase American crude oil.

The Chinese government condemned Panama's Supreme Court ruling that annulled the contract of CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd. to operate two ports of the Panama Canal as 'extremely absurd', warning that the Central American country would pay a 'high price' if it does not change course.

An Iranian Shahed-139 drone approaching the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea raises concerns about Iran's potential real-time tracking capabilities provided by Chinese Yaogan and Jilin satellites.

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou in Beijing, highlighting the significance of Latin American relationships amid increasing US influence in the region.

Pirelli, the Italian tire manufacturer, is caught between the U.S. and Chinese governments, risking its access to the American market as it seeks a solution with the help of the Italian government.

Harvard University has dropped to third place in a global ranking measuring academic output, with other American universities also declining as Chinese universities made significant progress in research productivity.

The White House has released a provocative cartoon sending a chilling message to Greenlanders, depicting two sleds with huskies traveling in different directions, one towards a bright landscape with the American flag and the White House, while the other heads towards a dark, stormy area marked by Russian and Chinese flags.

The White House has released a controversial image suggesting Greenland faces a choice between American and Russian-Chinese influence, depicting two paths before a sled with the Greenland flag.

President Donald Trump has reiterated his stance on Greenland, suggesting that exclusive American control over the territory would enhance NATO's strength and curb Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic.

The Chinese government has instructed local companies to stop using security software developed by American or Israeli firms, affecting over 12 companies including VMware and Palo Alto Networks, leading to a significant drop in their stock prices.

An American man reviews a boxed £8.50 Tesco fakeaway, comparing it to his favorite Chinese meal and sharing his honest opinion about the experience.

American President Donald Trump continues to assert that the United States should take over Greenland to prevent it from falling into Chinese hands, but analysts dispute whether Beijing is actually a significant threat to the largest island in the world.

China experienced a robust export surge in 2025, achieving a record trade surplus of nearly $1.2 trillion despite renewed U.S. tariff pressures, with companies pivoting towards Southeast Asian, African, and Latin American markets.

The article discusses the pragmatic approach of China towards Venezuela amidst USA's actions, featuring insights from Parsifal D’Sola Alvarado, an expert on Latin American-Chinese studies.

Two Chinese supertankers heading to Venezuela to pick up crude oil shipments for debt repayment have changed course and are returning to Asia, indicating that the South American nation under U.S. sanctions may not export oil to its main customer soon.