As Donald Trump prepares to take office, semiconductor companies are in a rush to shift their production orders out of China. This is due to the expected harsh tariffs and regulations from the new administration. UMC, a major semiconductor company, is leading the charge by moving orders for mature p
In China's competitive smartphone market, Apple is rolling out discounts on its latest iPhones to keep up with homegrown rivals like Huawei. Customers can save up to 500 yuan ($68. 50) on iPhone 16 Pro models by using specific payment methods. This promotional offer is valid from January 4 to 7. The
Imagine two global powers joining forces—Russia and China have started working together on something big: artificial intelligence (AI). Why is this a big deal? Well, the U. S. is leading the race in AI, and these two countries want to change that game. They're not just looking to catch up; they're a
You might be surprised to find out how a war in Europe has rippled effects across the globe, particularly in the world of natural gas. Russia, seeking new markets for its gas exports after its invasion of Ukraine, is trying to pivot towards Asia, especially China. But how successful will Russia be?
Lately, countries close to China have shared health updates about human metapneumovirus (HMPV) as cases seem to be rising in China. HMPV is a respiratory infection that often has symptoms similar to a common cold, but can lead to complications like bronchiolitis or pneumonia, especially in younger a
Ever wondered how China is trying to bridge the gap between cities and villages? One way is through the "new-type urbanization" (NTU) and "rural revitalization" (RR) plan. This isn't your typical growth story; it's about creating a new urban-rural relationship. Researchers used something called the
Let's dive into how our thoughts and feelings can greatly impact how ready we are for disasters, especially in places like the mountainous regions of China. Researchers have been looking at the link between our minds and how well we prepare for four different kinds of disaster situations. They've al
China's planning to tighten exports on tech used in electric vehicles (EVs). They want to control the sale of equipment needed to make key minerals like lithium and gallium. This move comes as a response to the US placing restrictions on semiconductor exports. The goal? To keep a grip on the global
In China, doctors play a crucial role in mental health treatment. However, many medical students and residents feel they're not getting the psychotherapy training they need. This is where a new training program comes in. Designed by experts, this program is set to teach future doctors the skills the
Ever wondered how China’s carbon market and crude oil prices bounce off each other? Research shows they’re closely tied. The study used a method called Maximal Overlap Discrete Wavelet Transform (MODWT) to break down price movements into different scales. This helped scientists see how risk flows be
