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DeepSeek chatbot 'censors' questions about China, according to tests

DeepSeek's new chatbot seems to censor questions about sensitive topics in China compared to other AI chatbots, according to a new analysis.

28/01/2025

Markets

Chinese startup DeepSeek rattles global markets as Nvidia shares dive

The unveiling of Chinese AI startup DeepSeek's latest AI model, which outperforms its US rivals, caused a sharp decline in the value of US and Europe's tech stocks.

28/01/2025

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China’s first corgi police dog loses bonus after sleeping on the job

Despite his misdemeanours, Fu Zai was honoured for his exceptional service in 2024 as an explosives-detection dog and received a Lunar New Year gift package, including gourmet pet treats.

27/01/2025

Economy

China's factory activity contracts ahead of Chinese New Year

China's most important festival, this year's public holidays will begin on Tuesday and continue until 4 February. It is the time when millions of people leave the cities to travel back home for a rare break with family.

27/01/2025

Economy

China orders funds to buy more shares to boost languishing markets

China's share markets hit their peak value before the 2008 global financial crisis and have stayed well below that level since. A lack of gains in share prices, along with falling housing prices, has discouraged Chinese families from spending, slowing consumer demand and economic growth.

23/01/2025

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China unveils first humanoid robot training base in Shanghai

China's Pudong District opens a humanoid robot training base, training 100 robots now with a goal of 1,000 by 2027, enhancing applications in manufacturing and services.

22/01/2025

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China executes two men found guilty of killing sprees

Fan Weiqu rammed his car into a crowd, killing 35 people, while 21-year-old Xu Jiajin killed eight people and injured 17 in a stabbing attack last year.

20/01/2025

Economy

Strong exports help China hit economic growth targets for 2024

Exports have surged as companies and consumers rush to beat potential US tariff hikes. However, some economists say China's economy is growing at a slower pace than official estimates show.

17/01/2025

Business

China sees a boom in EV sales while petrol-filled cars tank

Plug-in hybrids saw the most rapid growth in 2024, attracting a second generation of electric vehicle buyers who are nervous about buying pure EVs or looking for the more extended range that hybrids can provide.

13/01/2025

Economy

China's December exports beat estimates as higher US tariffs loom

President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to raise tariffs on Chinese goods and close some loopholes that exporters now use to sell their products more cheaply in the US.

13/01/2025

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The world's largest ice and snow theme park

The northeastern Chinese city hosts the 26th edition of Harbin Ice and Snow World, the world's largest ice and snow theme park.

10/01/2025

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Ice and snow turn into ephemeral sculptural splendour in Chinese city

The ice sculpture competition in Harbin, China, is a centrepiece of the winter season and a major draw for international tourists.

09/01/2025

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Rescue teams in Tibet race against time as winter temperatures drop

A 7.1-magnitude quake struck Dingri County in Xigaze on Tuesday morning, causing at least 126 fatalities and over 46,000 evacuations.

09/01/2025

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Deadly earthquake hits Tibet as rescuers continue to search

On Tuesday 7 January, an earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck an outlying district of the city of Shigatse in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.

08/01/2025

Economy

China's super-rich eye the exit as leaders brace for economic shock

China’s leaders are bracing for shocks to the economy from higher tariffs threatened by US President-elect Donald Trump once he takes office. Millionaires, meanwhile, are relocating.

08/01/2025

Health news

What we know about HMPV, the respiratory virus spreading in China

The virus, first identified in 2001, is one of a handful of respiratory illnesses spreading this winter. This is what we know about the current outbreak.

07/01/2025

China

Magnitude 7.1 earthquake kills at least 95 people in Tibet

At least 95 confirmed dead, more than three dozen others injured as a powerful earthquake hits Tibet.

07/01/2025

Business

Chinese EV giant BYD beats domestic players to hit record 2024 sales

Electric vehicle company BYD has announced record sales for the last year, boosted by rising Chinese demand, as well as government trade-in deals.

03/01/2025

Business

Chinese jet maker ramps up efforts to push Airbus and Boeing out

China’s state-owned aircraft producer, Comac, is already being used by some of the country’s biggest airlines, and has plans to expand further in southeast Asian markets, before eyeing Western markets.

03/01/2025

Ecotech

What does China’s EV dominance mean for Europe and the environment?

China’s EV boom offers climate hope, but market dominance risks new environmental challenges.

03/01/2025

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After the Dragon, China prepares for the Year of the Snake

In China, the Year of the Snake will begin on 29 January 2025.

02/01/2025

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Eco-friendly fireworks light up sky for New Year celebrations in China

The Chinese city of Liuyang, known as the "Hometown of Fireworks," hosted a special edition of its Saturday night fireworks display on 28 December to celebrate the New Year.

31/12/2024

Economy

China's manufacturing activity slows in December as trade risks grow

The Purchasing Managers' Index, based on a survey of factory managers, slipped to 50.1 in December from 50.3 the previous month, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Tuesday.

31/12/2024

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Hundreds gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday to watch the city’s first panda drone show

Hundreds gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday to watch the city’s first pyrotechnics drone show, as part of a campaign to raise support and awareness of panda conservation. The 10-minute drone show featured 1,000 drones,Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour and forming images of the city’s giant pandas.

30/12/2024

China

China launches new amphibious assault ship, enhancing naval power

China, which already has the world’s largest navy, is reportedly working on a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to enhance its global reach.

27/12/2024

Partner content

The Shanghai Marathon: A revolution in 5G-A technology and live broadcasting

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24/12/2024