Ethan Zhao
Senior Reporter
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New Study Links COVID-19 Origin to Wuhan Animal Market, Strengthens Animal Spillover Theory
A recent study published in the journal Cell provides compelling evidence supporting the theory that the COVID-19 pandemic originated from the Huanan Seafood Market in Wuhan, China, likely through the transmission of the virus from animals to humans. This new analysis strengthens the argument that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that caused the global pandemic, emerged through a spillover event involving animals sold at the market, rather than a lab leak, a theory that has persisted in some circles. 
A recent study published in the journal Cell provides compelling evidence supporting the theory that the COVID-19 pandemic originated from the Huanan Seafood Market in Wuhan, China, likely through the transmission of the virus from animals to humans. This new analysis strengthens the argument that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that caused the global pandemic, emerged through a spillover event involving animals sold at the market, rather than a lab leak, a theory that has persisted in some circles. -
10-Year-Old Japanese Boy Stabbed to Death in China, Sparking Diplomatic Outcry and Calls for Increased Security
A 10-year-old Japanese schoolboy was fatally stabbed on Wednesday near his school in Shenzhen, China, marking the second such attack targeting Japanese nationals in recent months. The boy, a Japanese citizen born to a Japanese father and a Chinese mother, was attacked by a 44-year-old man, identified by his surname, Zhong, while on his way to school. He succumbed to his injuries early Thursday, according to officials in Tokyo and Beijing. 
A 10-year-old Japanese schoolboy was fatally stabbed on Wednesday near his school in Shenzhen, China, marking the second such attack targeting Japanese nationals in recent months. The boy, a Japanese citizen born to a Japanese father and a Chinese mother, was attacked by a 44-year-old man, identified by his surname, Zhong, while on his way to school. He succumbed to his injuries early Thursday, according to officials in Tokyo and Beijing. -
U.S. Typhon Missiles Stay in the Philippines, Testing Strategic Feasibility Despite China’s Protests
The United States has no immediate plans to withdraw the Typhon mid-range missile system from the Philippines, despite mounting Chinese opposition and increasing regional tensions. 
The United States has no immediate plans to withdraw the Typhon mid-range missile system from the Philippines, despite mounting Chinese opposition and increasing regional tensions. -
Cathay Pacific's A350 Fleet Grounded as Hong Kong Investigators Warn of Engine Defect Raising Fire Risk
Cathay Pacific's grounding of its Airbus A350 fleet earlier this month has brought to light a significant engine defect that could have led to catastrophic damage, according to a report by Hong Kong's Air Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA). The investigation, prompted by an in-flight incident on September 2, uncovered a serious issue with the aircraft's Rolls-Royce engines, specifically a ruptured fuel hose that had the potential to trigger a major fire. 
Cathay Pacific's grounding of its Airbus A350 fleet earlier this month has brought to light a significant engine defect that could have led to catastrophic damage, according to a report by Hong Kong's Air Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA). The investigation, prompted by an in-flight incident on September 2, uncovered a serious issue with the aircraft's Rolls-Royce engines, specifically a ruptured fuel hose that had the potential to trigger a major fire. -
Beijing Hits U.S. Defense Contractors with Sanctions as Taiwan Arms Deal Sparks Diplomatic Rift
China has escalated its response to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan by freezing the assets of nine American firms linked to military dealings, further intensifying tensions between the two global powers. 
China has escalated its response to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan by freezing the assets of nine American firms linked to military dealings, further intensifying tensions between the two global powers. -
American Pastor David Lin Freed After 18 Years in Chinese Prison
David Lin, a Chinese-American pastor who had been imprisoned in China for nearly two decades, was released this past Sunday. The 68-year-old pastor's release comes as a significant relief to his family and the U.S. government, which had long maintained that his detention was unjust. Lin had been detained in 2006 after attempting to establish a Christian training center in Beijing, a move that quickly drew the ire of the Chinese Communist Party. 
David Lin, a Chinese-American pastor who had been imprisoned in China for nearly two decades, was released this past Sunday. The 68-year-old pastor's release comes as a significant relief to his family and the U.S. government, which had long maintained that his detention was unjust. Lin had been detained in 2006 after attempting to establish a Christian training center in Beijing, a move that quickly drew the ire of the Chinese Communist Party. -
China’s Economic Struggles Deepen: New Data Highlights Weakness Across Key Sectors
China's economy is facing increasing challenges as a wave of disappointing data has prompted analysts to lower their expectations for the country's full-year GDP growth. The latest reports indicate a concerning trend, with key economic indicators, including industrial production, retail sales, and urban investment, all showing weaker-than-expected performance in August. As a result, concerns are mounting that China may not meet its growth targets for the year. 
China's economy is facing increasing challenges as a wave of disappointing data has prompted analysts to lower their expectations for the country's full-year GDP growth. The latest reports indicate a concerning trend, with key economic indicators, including industrial production, retail sales, and urban investment, all showing weaker-than-expected performance in August. As a result, concerns are mounting that China may not meet its growth targets for the year. -
Shanghai Paralyzed by Typhoon 'Bebinca,' Most Powerful Storm in Over 70 Years
Shanghai, China's bustling financial hub, was brought to an unprecedented standstill on Monday as Typhoon Bebinca, the strongest storm to directly hit the city in over seven decades, made landfall. The Category 1 typhoon, which struck early in the morning, unleashed destructive winds and torrential rains, causing widespread disruption and forcing the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of residents. 
Shanghai, China's bustling financial hub, was brought to an unprecedented standstill on Monday as Typhoon Bebinca, the strongest storm to directly hit the city in over seven decades, made landfall. The Category 1 typhoon, which struck early in the morning, unleashed destructive winds and torrential rains, causing widespread disruption and forcing the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of residents. -
Philippine Coast Guard Withdraws From Sabina Shoal Amid Rising Tensions With China
The Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua has withdrawn from its position at Sabina Shoal after a tense five-month deployment. The withdrawal, confirmed by the National Maritime Council on Sunday, comes amid heightened tensions with China, which continues to assert its expansive claims over the strategic waterway despite international rulings against its stance. 
The Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua has withdrawn from its position at Sabina Shoal after a tense five-month deployment. The withdrawal, confirmed by the National Maritime Council on Sunday, comes amid heightened tensions with China, which continues to assert its expansive claims over the strategic waterway despite international rulings against its stance. -
Shein and Temu Face Price Hikes as Biden Administration Moves to Close Trade Loopholes
The Biden administration has announced plans to tighten trade regulations that have allowed Chinese-linked online retailers Shein and Temu to dominate the U.S. market with rock-bottom prices. 
The Biden administration has announced plans to tighten trade regulations that have allowed Chinese-linked online retailers Shein and Temu to dominate the U.S. market with rock-bottom prices.
