India Pushes Back After US Imposes 50% Tariffs
India protests steep US tariff hikes, vows to protect farmers and explore counter-tariffs in a brewing trade spat.
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Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Apple Pay Trade Secret Theft
A Texas firm sues Apple, alleging Apple Pay’s key features are based on stolen trade secrets from CorFire, used in hundreds of millions of devices.
Trump’s 100% Chip Tariff Leaves Tech Firms Scrambling
Trump’s surprise 100% chip tariff plan has big semicon players cheering but leaves smaller firms in limbo. Find out how Asia’s startups are coping.
International Moon Bear Day: A Call to Action for Asia’s Iconic Bears
Join the fight for Asia’s vulnerable moon bears this International Moon Bear Day on August 8. Learn how to protect these iconic forest climbers.
Thailand & Cambodia Seal Border Ceasefire with ASEAN Monitors
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to a new border ceasefire, inviting ASEAN observers to monitor peace efforts and ease regional tensions.
Modi Pledges to Protect Farmers Despite US Tariff Hike
Indian PM Modi vows never to compromise farmers’ welfare, even amid US slapping 50% tariffs on Indian goods over Russian oil purchases.
Israel’s Security Cabinet Approves Plan to Take Over Gaza City
Israel’s security cabinet approved a plan to take over Gaza City to remove Hamas and boost security, as tensions and casualties rise in the region.
Dead to Rights Debuts in DC: Spotlight on 1937 Nanjing Massacre
The North American premiere of Dead to Rights, a film about the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, drew over 200 guests in Washington, D.C., featuring a speech by Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng.
Chinese Mainland Supports Cambodia-Thailand Ceasefire Progress
The Chinese mainland welcomes Cambodia and Thailand’s ceasefire progress after their General Border Committee meeting in Malaysia, emphasizing dialogue as the key to lasting peace.
China Pushes Back on US Tech & Trade Measures
China’s foreign ministry slammed the US for politicizing tech and trade after charges over Nvidia AI chip exports, calling for fair treatment of Chinese nationals.