As the Shenzhou-23 mission marks its 50-day milestone aboard the Tiangong space station, China’s latest crew—commander Zhu Yangzhu, pilot Zhang Zhiyuan, and Hong Kong’s first astronaut Lai Ka-ying—is deep into an ambitious year-long scientific campaign. Launched on May 24, 2026, the crew is currently conducting over 100 specialized experiments focused on the long-term effects of spaceflight on human physiology and material science.  


Shenzhou-23 crew marks 50 days in space; Tiangong astronauts study microgravity

China’s sudden, temporary export ban on helium is a crisis-management measure driven by severe global supply shocks. With Middle East conflicts shuttering major Qatari processing plants and Russian supply constrained, China—which imports up to 90% of its helium—halted all overseas shipments to protect its domestic chipmakers.


Helium Crisis Explained: Why China's Helium Export Ban Matters?

China has temporarily banned helium exports with immediate effect, citing its foreign trade law. While the chemical is often associated with party balloons, it is an essential industrial input for semiconductor manufacturing.

From balloons to chips: The Helium crisis explained 

Typhoon Bavi has officially made landfall in Zhejiang province, triggering a massive emergency response across China’s eastern coast. With wind speeds reaching 144 kph, authorities have evacuated over 1.7 million people as the storm brings life-threatening flash floods and torrential rain.


Typhoon Bavi: Eastern China braces for flash floods after Bavi landfall 

#Gravitas The world's brightest minds are becoming the newest battleground in the U.S.-China rivalry.  The latest name to make that shift is Nobel prize-winning chemist Omar Yaghi.  He has left the University of California, Berkeley, to join a public research university in Beijing, where he will lead a new institute that uses artificial intelligence to accelerate the discovery of advanced materials. 


Why best American scientists are heading to China 

China just hit a major space milestone. The Long March 10B booster successfully landed on a floating platform at sea, marking China’s first major reusable rocket test. In the same mission, the rocket also deployed a satellite successfully. The achievement puts China in the same league as SpaceX and Blue Origin on reusable tech, cutting launch costs and boosting China’s moon and space station plans.


China achieves reusable rocket milestone with long March 10b

The battle over the next Dalai Lama has already begun. As the 14th Dalai Lama grows older, Beijing insists it has the authority to approve his successor, while the Tibetan exile community says only the Dalai Lama and his trust can decide the reincarnation. This isn't just a religious dispute, it's a geopolitical contest over Tibet's identity, culture, and future.


China vs Tibet: The battle for Tibet's future begins with the next Dalai Lama

A devastating fire at a major shoe manufacturing facility in southern China has claimed the lives of at least 28 workers, with many others injured. The blaze, which spread rapidly through the industrial complex, has prompted an immediate investigation into safety violations and fire code enforcement. 

President Xi Jinping has expressed his deep condolences, acknowledging the "heavy losses" and demanding an urgent, nationwide safety inspection of all manufacturing hubs to prevent further industrial tragedies.

China shoe factory fire: 28 killed, Xi Jinping mourns 'heavy losses' 

China's massive dam projects are once again under scrutiny as scientists raise concerns about potential earthquake risks in the region. Could seismic activity threaten one of the world's largest infrastructure projects, and what would the consequences be if disaster strikes? This report examines the scientific warnings, engineering challenges, environmental concerns and the potential impact on millions living downstream.

China's mega dam faces earthquake warning: Scientists sound alarm

Heavy floodwaters swept through a zoo in southern China, causing widespread damage.  Officials confirmed that several lions died in the flooding. Zebras and other animals were seen fleeing their enclosures as waters rose.

China Floods: Lions dead, Zebras on the run as floodwaters devastate zoo in Southern China 

India's global toy story is turning a page, and the numbers back it up. This week, finance minister nirmala sitharaman confirmed toy exports hit 186 million dollars in fy 2025-26, reaching 153 countries, while imports have fallen 71 percent between 2019 and 2026.

India's toy pivot: Import killer, export bet

Tensions just jumped from trade to AI. China has warned users about a potential 'backdoor' in Claude Code and is telling people to update or remove the affected software immediately. The claim has sparked a new US-China fight over AI safety and trust. With both countries racing to lead in artificial intelligence, this dispute is adding fuel to an already heated tech rivalry. Developers worldwide are now checking their code for risks.


China flags 'backdoor' in Claude code | US-China AI security row explodes

China is considering new restrictions on AI models as authorities weigh tighter oversight of the rapidly evolving technology. Here's what the proposed measures could mean for AI companies, innovation, and the global tech race.


China weighs tough new curbs on AI models amid security push 

Japan and China have exchanged diplomatic protests after a fresh confrontation near the disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea. Both sides continue to assert sovereignty over the islands, with maritime and coast guard activities heightening regional tensions. The latest incident has renewed concerns over stability and security in the Indo-Pacific.

Japan, China clash on disputed Senkaku Island

China is facing one of its worst flood disasters this year. After days of torrential rain, a reservoir wall collapsed, sending massive floodwaters sweeping from Guangxi all the way to Gansu. Typhoon Maysak made things worse, overwhelming rivers and dams across the country. Authorities have now issued the highest flood alert as entire communities are cut off, homes are submerged, and rescue teams race against time. 


Typhoon Maysak: Highest flood alert issued after reservoir collapse in China

China's housing market has effectively erased the gains it made over the last two decades, with a nationwide crash signaling the definitive end of its real estate boom. The fallout continues to reverberate, marked by the delisting of Evergrande from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange following its collapse and ongoing struggles in the broader economy.


China's Real Estate Boom Fully Reversed; Evergrande Fallout Still Haunts Markets

China has carried out a rare test launch of a strategic missile from a submarine in the Pacific, and it’s got the region talking. The launch, reportedly involving a nuke-capable platform, comes at a sensitive time and has raised fresh concerns about military activity in the area. Neighbors and analysts are watching closely, asking what this signals for security and stability across the Pacific.


China test-fires 'strategic' missile in Pacific, tensions rise 

Japan is plotting a stunning aviation comeback, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Tokyo is officially exploring a massive partnership with Boeing, eyeing a $31 billion investment to co-develop a next-generation commercial aircraft by 2035. 

Japan’s $31 billion aviation bet to counter China’s rise

China has released underground Zion Church founder Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri after more than 250 days in detention, weeks after U.S. President Donald Trump personally raised his case with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a Beijing summit. Jin arrived in Los Angeles on July 3, reuniting with his family after years apart. 

China releases detained church pastor Ezra Jin Mingri

Chinese tourists have played a key role in driving South Korea’s tourism recovery, contributing significantly to the rebound in international arrivals. Popular destinations such as Seoul and Busan have seen increased visitor numbers, boosting the hospitality and retail sectors. The resurgence reflects easing travel restrictions and renewed demand for overseas travel. Officials expect the upward trend to continue as regional tourism strengthens further.

Chinese visitors lead South Korea's tourism recovery

Taiwan has reinstated "anti-communist" patriotic education for military academy graduates after a 25-year hiatus, responding to escalating military threats and infiltration risks from China. The Defense Ministry aims to clearly distinguish friends from foes and mentally prepare future officers for growing regional tensions.


Taiwan Resumes Patriotic Classes For Military Graduates Amid Chinese Aggression

The global technology landscape is undergoing its most significant structural shift in decades. As of July 2026, the intense U.S.-China technology rivalry has moved beyond mere trade tariffs, evolving into a systemic "bifurcation" of the global supply chain. With both superpowers building incompatible AI ecosystems, independent chip architectures, and restricted trade corridors, the world is being forced to choose sides or navigate an increasingly fragmented market.


US-China tech tensions redraw supply chains; The world scrambles between US & China

China has issued a cautious warning to New Delhi and Tokyo following the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi unveiled a series of landmark defense and economic agreements. The pact includes a first-of-its-kind joint military hardware development project and a critical minerals framework, aimed at bolstering supply chain resilience.


China reacts after India, Japan expand defence & security ties

Xi Jinping promoted two senior military officers to the rank of full general (Shang Jiang), one of the highest ranks in the People's Liberation Army. The promotions reflect the Chinese leadership's continued emphasis on strengthening military leadership, modernization, and combat readiness amid evolving regional and global security challenges.

China's president Xi Jinping promotes two military officers to full General's rank

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