In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the South China Sea, China has once again challenged the Philippines with a series of provocative military maneuvers.

Philippine coast guard slams 'dangerous' Chinese tactics

China is facing a serious issue with a decline in marriage registrations, which has triggered major concerns over its birth rate. Just how bad are things looking? We'll get to that in a bit. First, what is being done about it? One approach is offering cash incentives to newlywed couples, with hopes that this measure will boost marriage rates. Watch in for more details!

Can a cash incentive lure people to marry and have kids?

#Gravitas China’s top counterspy agency has arrested an ex-soldier for allegedly sending military secrets to a foreign espionage agency. Watch in for more detais!

China state secrets leaked to foreign spy agency by ex-soldier

Tensions are boiling over in the Cook Islands as a strategic partnership between China and the Cook Islands has led to protests, accusations of backroom dealings, and growing fears of Beijing's expanding influence in the Pacific, fueling the unrest.

Pacific paradise divided over Beijing's latest strategic advance

A Border Police gyrocopter unit is playing a critical role in patrolling the vast Gobi Desert in Northwest China's Gansu Province.

China's first border police gyrocopter unit

Tensions rise as a Chinese navy helicopter flew dangerously close to a Philippine aircraft, prompting immediate warnings from Filipino pilots. The incident has sparked strong condemnation from the Philippines, raising concerns over regional security.

Philippines condemns 'dangerous' China helicopter manoeuvres

Philippines slams 'dangerous' China helicopter manoeuvres

World: The package is meant to demonstrate to US that Taiwan is committed to its defence. The second source said it would include coastal defence cruise missiles, HIMARS rockets.

Taiwan mulling multi-billion dollar defence deal with US to win Trump admin's support: Report

#Gravitas A critical phrase from the U.S. State Department’s official Taiwan fact sheet is now gone.  The phrase explicitly stated, ‘We do not support Taiwan independence.’ Watch in for more details!

Will Taiwan become an independent country with Trump’s help?

Chinese AI model DeepSeek has been temporarily removed from South Korean app stores due to privacy law concerns. The company admitted to a privacy oversight, leading to the suspension of downloads. South Korea is investigating the potential risks further.

DeepSeek pulled from South Korean stores amid privacy concerns

World: Fact sheet was updated last week, and it retains US's opposition to unilateral change from either Taiwan or China, claiming the democratically governed island as its own.

'Serious regression': China slams US for dropping wording on not supporting 'Taiwan independence'

China’s military on Monday condemned the sailing of a Canadian warship in the Taiwan Strait, saying its air and naval forces had monitored and warned the ship. Watch this report for more details!

China condemns sailing of Canadian warship in Taiwan Strait

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba spoke to WION at the 8th Indian Ocean Conference, discussing India-Nepal ties and relations with China. She clarified that Nepal is not part of a strategic alliance under the BRI and cannot take expensive loans.

Nepal’s foreign minister talks China, India at Indian Ocean Conference

India News | World: BJP reacts sharply to Pitroda's comments, referencing the Congress-CCP Memorandum and questioning Congress's stance on China and past territorial concessions.

'Stop assuming that China is the enemy': Sam Pitroda's latest remarks stir controversy

A China-supported Penguin sanctuary in the Ross Sea, Antarctica has recorded over 29,000 pairs of Adelie Penguins flocking to breed this year. With the rich maritime biological resources and near-pristine ecological environment, the sanctuary has become a perfect breeding place for many Adelie Penguins.

China-supported Antarctic Penguin Sanctuary

Skiing in China is becoming an increasingly popular and affordable pastime as winter sports boom under government support. Low-cost passes and rental equipment contribute to a projected $137 billion in revenue this year. This surge is defying the overall sluggish consumption in China’s post-covid economy but experts warn that climate change and environmental issues can threaten long-term growth.

Climate change threatens skiing industry

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: 

- China, NATO Hold Key Talks On Global Security
- UK PM Pledges Support For Ukraine
- Zelensky Visits Abu Dhabi
- Singapore Opposition Leader In Trouble

NATO assures no Asia expansion, seeks dialogue with China

According to the top US military commander in the Indo-Pacific, China's military exercises around Taiwan have become so extensive that they could soon be used to conceal an attack on the island.

US Indo-Pacific military commander cautions Taiwan against China

US President Donald Trump expressed his desire to hold talks with Russia and China to reduce military spending, with a potential summit involving leaders Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping. Watch this report for more details!

Donald Trump wants talks on military spending cuts with Russia, China

Donald Trump proposes halving US, China & Russia military budgets

China is expanding its coal power capacity at an unprecedented scale, raising concerns over its climate commitments. In 2024, the country began construction on 94. 5 gigawatts of coal power projects, accounting for 93% of the global total, according to a new report.

China's coal boom risks climate goals

China’s net-zero goal at risk as coal power surges

Government-run health insurance funds are facing alarming deficits across several major Chinese cities. In 2024, Beijing reported a shortfall of 525.6 million yuan, while Tianjin’s deficit reached 1.36 billion yuan.

Rising healthcare costs & ageing population strain China

US President Donald Trump has said that he wants to hold talks with Russia and China on a mutual reduction in military spending, with a possible summit for the countries' leaders. Trump also expressed his desire to have Russia rejoin the G7, from which it was suspended in 2014 after Moscow annexed Ukraine's Crimea Peninsula. Watch in for more details!

Trump wants talks on military spending cuts with Russia, China

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