China’s AI Leap: Western Dominance challenged
HANGZHOU – Chinese AI laboratory DeepSeek has unveiled two advanced language models—DeepSeek-R1-Zero and DeepSeek-R1—designed to rival the performance of leading American counterparts like OpenAI’s GPT models. The models, which reportedly achieve performance metrics comparable to OpenAI’s “o1 model,” promise a … Continue reading China’s AI Leap: Western Dominance challenged
Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis
BANGKOK – The abduction of Chinese actor Wang Xing in Thailand has dealt a significant blow to the country’s tourism industry, particularly ahead of the peak Lunar New Year travel season. Wang’s disappearance from Mae Sot, a Thai border city, … Continue reading Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis
Unusual Monsoon Surge Sparks Climate Concerns
SINGAPORE – Recent heavy rainfall in Singapore and across South-east Asia, while not unusual during the monsoon season, has reignited concerns about the long-term effects of climate change on regional weather patterns. Experts warn that wetter conditions could persist through … Continue reading Unusual Monsoon Surge Sparks Climate Concerns
New Flight Route Connects Nanning and Haiphong
NANNING/GUANGXI – Qingdao Airlines has been operating a new direct flight route between Nanning, the capital of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, and Haiphong, Vietnam, since March 7. The connection offers three flights per week and is expected to boost … Continue reading New Flight Route Connects Nanning and Haiphong
China introduces fastest high-speed train
BEIJING – China has recently unveiled the CR450, the fastest commercial high-speed train in the world. Developed by CRRC Corporation Limited, the new train reaches a top speed of 450 km/h and is expected to reduce travel time on the … Continue reading China introduces fastest high-speed train