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China exploring possible sale of US TikTok to Musk – report
The social media platform is facing a US law change that would require Chinese divestment.
What the TikTok ban could look like for Americans – and Kiwis
The wildly popular app could disappear from the US within days.
TikTok creators flock to rival app as US shutdown looms
TikTok creators flee US shutdown, join Chinese app Xiaohongshu.
US announces new restrictions on AI chip exports
Industry backlash and most countries will face a cap on advanced chip imports.
Logistics groups move Chinese staff to help companies tackle Sino-US trade tensions
Financial Times: Firms redeploy Mandarin speakers to help manufacturers set up overseas.
Inflation in China hits nine-month low in December
The country narrowly avoided slipping into deflation.
Panama Canal CEO says Trump's plans would 'lead to chaos'
There's only one exception to the rules, and that won't change for Trump, canal boss says.
Why does Donald Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
New York Times: Trump says he's prepared to play hardball if he doesn't get his way.
What we know about HMPV, the virus spreading in China
New York Times: While cases are climbing, the situation is very different from Covid.
What is HMPV? Experts say alarm over virus outbreak in China is overblown
Routine virus cases rise in China, but experts say no cause for panic.
Te Pāti Māori calls for deadline extension and Justin Trudeau resigns | NZ Herald News Update
Te Pāti Māori calls for deadline extension for Treaty Principles Bill submissions and Canada's Liberal Party in need of new leader following Justin Trudeau's resignation.
Inflation concerns pull rug out from Wall Street rally
Concerns Donald Trump's plans will reignite US inflation.
Quake in China’s Tibet kills 126 with tremors felt in Nepal, India
A devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region collapsed 'many buildings'.
Migrant worker in a coma after falling from scissor lift, WorkSafe opens probe
Time is running out for a migrant worker who is on life support.
Brics expands as Indonesia becomes full member
Indonesia’s bid to join the bloc has been approved.
Why mysterious drones over Europe are raising alarm bells
NY Times: Russia and other states are becoming brazen in adopting 'grey zone' attacks.
How Shen Yun tapped religious fervour to make $445m
NY Times: Dance group has accumulated enormous wealth – this is how.
Sales surge in 2024 for Chinese EV giant BYD
The firm is out to boost its overseas presence but still sells 90% of its cars in China.
Economists pick the three big issues for NZ in 2025
Last year inflation was the big worry but it has now fallen down the list.
US Treasury’s sanctions office hacked by Chinese Government, officials say
Troubling breaches of US firms and agencies could intensify friction between US and China.
China steps up drive to break grip of Boeing and Airbus on plane market
Financial Times: State-owned Comac opens offices abroad and pushes for certification.