Emily Feng
Stories
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The leaders of China and Russia have finished talks. Here are some takeaways
China's Xi Jinping says he has a peace plan for Ukraine and wants to mediate an end to the war. Ukraine and its neighbors are skeptical.
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Understanding the key legislative meetings underway in China
Some key legislative meetings are underway in China - we take a look at what they might portend in terms of the direction of China's politics and economy.
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The Chinese balloon saga could be part of a new space race closer to Earth
China has put new focus on airships hovering in a part of the sky just before outer space. Although Beijing says they're scientific, analysts say the data helps the country develop advanced weapons.
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Taiwan marks the 76th anniversary of the start of the 228 Massacre
One of Taiwan's darkest moments in history began in a radio station. Remembering that history is now even more complicated.
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Experts say even trivial info that high-altitude balloons gather can be valuable
China has been quietly upgrading its ability to float balloons in "near space," which means they can be used for intelligence gathering and to improve hypersonic weapons systems.
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China calls for a cease-fire and peace talks between Russia and Ukraine
As Russia's war in Ukraine enters its second year, Beijing has repeatedly said it would broker any cease-fire talks, a proposal Ukrainians are wary of because of China's close ties with Moscow.
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Retirees in China hold rare protests against health insurance reforms
Retirees have protested in two Chinese cities over fears that the authorities will dip into their personal health savings accounts to cover public budget shortfalls.
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The U.S. delays extending political safe haven status to people from Hong Kong
The U.S. has offered Hong Kong residents safe haven for up to 18 months. But now that time is up — leaving thousands in immigration limbo.
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After nearly three years, China has opened its borders to inbound travelers
China has officially opened borders to inbound travelers for the first time in nearly three years.
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For space exploration, 2022 was a year full of cosmic milestones
Earthlings seemed to generate more good news in 2022 off the planet than on. From deflecting an asteroid to sending a camera deep into the universe, a look back on the year in space.