Us And China
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Spy balloons are not new. Militaries have been using them for centuries
The episode of the Chinese spy balloon prying into US proves that olde technologies are still being developed to achieve military effects.
Frank Ledwidge, The Conversation
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To understand how China’s public diplomacy is changing under Xi, just watch his new year speeches
Over the years, Beijing has become more assertive in calling for a ‘new type of great-power relationship’ with the US.
Yan Wu, The Conversation & Richard Thomas, The Conversation
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US warns China of further sanctions over disqualification of four Hong Kong legislators
US National Security Advisor said Beijing has ‘flagrantly violated its international commitments’.
Scroll Staff
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Why caste divides Marathas as they rally for reservation
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‘Mast Mein Rehne Ka’ review: A cheerfully meandering comedy
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Centre sounds alert on common painkiller Meftal, says it may cause adverse reaction
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‘Kadak Singh’ review: A soft look at deception
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‘Joram’ review: Man-on-the-run thriller stumbles to its destination
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Is Trump’s TikTok deal a national security win or an election gimmick?
If the deal goes ahead – and that is far from certain – Oracle and Walmart will take around 20% of TikTok Global, with ByteDance retaining 80%.
Paul Haskell-Dowland, The Conversation & Nathalie Collins, The Conversation
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China flies fighter jets across Taiwan boundary during US official’s visit to Taipei
The Taiwanese air force said its missiles tracked the planes and ‘drove them out’.
Scroll Staff
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China engaged in ‘provocative military action’ with India, other neighbours, says White House
The White House in a report criticised Beijing’s predatory economic policies, military buildup, disinformation campaigns and human rights violations.
Scroll Staff
Video
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Caught on camera: Man taken by surprise as tiger jumps out of the trees to cross the road
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Watch: Residents negotiate toxic water in Chennai as oil spill adds to post-cyclone woes
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Watch: That awkward moment when the Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the UK Parliament fails
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Watch: Indian diaspora, embassies organise garba dances to celebrate UNESCO’s cultural heritage tag
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Watch: Young woman sets world record for solving the Rubik’s Cube while spinning five hula hoops
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US lifts China’s currency manipulator tag; Beijing says move is in line with facts
After the announcement, the Chinese yuan currency strengthened to its highest level in more than five months.
Scroll Staff
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US designates China a currency manipulator for the first time since 1994
The decision came on the day when Beijing let the yuan weaken below 7 per dollar to its lowest in 11 years.
Scroll Staff
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Weaponising soybeans: How China is using a key commodity to hit back at the US in Trump’s trade war
Beijing has reportedly halted all purchases of US soybeans. The crop is United States’ second-most valuable export to China, after airplanes.
Ian Sheldon, The Conversation
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‘Act cautiously’: China criticises US for circulating draft UN proposal to ban Masood Azhar
Beijing said the US’ move had reduced the authority of the sanctions committee as a main anti-terrorism body of the Security Council.
Scroll Staff
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China is slowly filling the power vacuum as multiple crises challenge the US-led world order
A new equilibrium is underway, and the process will last until the United States and China find a power balance.
Xueying Zhang & Yue (Hans) Zhu
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As China-US rivalry grows, it’s advantage North Korea – and bad news for denuclearisation
In a zero-sum game with Washington, Beijing could end up tolerating Pyongyang’s nuclear ambitions.
Taehwa Hong
The Field
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Hockey: Savita to lead 22-member Indian women’s team in 5 Nations Tournament
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FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup: India beat South Korea in 9th-12th classification match
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Pro Kabaddi League: Pink Panthers play out tie with Warriors; Pirates end Giants’ winning start
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Jamshedpur FC fight back to salvage a draw against Chennaiyin FC
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Wrestling: Reetika Hooda brings promise to Indian pipeline with golden run