The Chinese protests are about politics and freedom, but they are also about what COVID might do if it is let loose now
While a lot of attention has been given to the unprecedented protests in China about the "dynamic zero COVID" policy, not much has been written about the wider political context, and particularly the young people leading the protests......»»
U.S. trade chief calls for "decisive" action to shield EV sector from China
The U.S. must take "decisive" action to protect electric vehicles from subsidized Chinese competition, U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said on Wednesday as she completes a review of Trump-era China tariffs and considers President Joe Biden's.....»»
Scientists experimentally observe current-driven antiskyrmion sliding
Prof. Zhang Ying's group from the Institute of Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), in collaboration with domestic universities and the Los Alamos National Laboratory in the United States, has experimentally observed current-driven antis.....»»
Mexico, facing U.S. pressure, will halt incentives to Chinese EV makers
Mexico's federal government, under pressure from the U.S., is keeping Chinese automakers at arm's length by refusing to offer such incentives as low-cost public land or tax cuts for investment in EV production, three Mexican officials familiar with t.....»»
NASA chief warns of Chinese military presence in space
China is bolstering its space capabilities and is using its civilian program to mask its military objectives, the head of the US space agency NASA said Wednesday, warning that Washington must remain vigilant......»»
Lawmaker introduces bill to prevent Chinese dominance of U.S. EV market
Congresswoman Carol Miller announced the End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024, designed to regulate the foreign entity of concern definition for the 30D EV tax credit and prevent Chinese companies from obtaining U.S. tax.....»»
Arboviruses, mosquitoes and potential hosts tracked in real time in São Paulo city
The technology used to sequence SARS-CoV-2 at record speed early in the COVID-19 pandemic has been successfully tested as a technique to monitor arboviruses and diseases transmitted mainly by mosquitoes......»»
Exploring why young women in Australia are reluctant to enter politics
Despite growing momentum to increase female representation in Australia's national parliament, it continues to be a male dominated domain. New research from Monash University explores why young women still feel reluctant to become a member of the nat.....»»
Congresswoman Carol Miller introduces bill to prevent Chinese dominance of American EV market
Congresswoman Carol Miller announced the End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024, designed to regulate the foreign entity of concern definition for the 30D EV tax credit and prevent Chinese companies from obtaining U.S. tax.....»»
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries on hold over accelerator issue, reports say
Tesla fans waiting for their Cybertruck orders said on social media that deliveries are on hold because of a loose cover on the accelerator pedal that can allegedly get stuck while driving......»»
Researchers propose new formation model for massive hot subdwarfs
In a new study published in the The Astrophysical Journal, Dr. Li Zhenwei and his collaborators from Yunnan Observatories of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), and Dr. Zhang Yangyang from the Zhoukou Normal University, proposed a new formation mo.....»»
Gigahertz-rate switchable wavefront shaping by LNOI-empowered metasurface
Over the past decade, metasurfaces deploying two-dimensional artificial nanostructures have emerged as a groundbreaking platform to manipulate light across various degrees of freedom. These metasurfaces exhibit significant potential in foundational s.....»»
Spiraling insights: Scientists observe mechanical waves in bacterial communities
A new study by researchers from The Chinese University of Hong Kong has reported the emergence of mechanical spiral waves in bacterial matter......»»
Beijing half marathon probes "embarrassing" win by Chinese runner
Beijing half marathon probes "embarrassing" win by Chinese runner.....»»
Sweden seen through the eyes of the US: Changing perceptions?
Sweden has long had a strong symbolic value in US politics, representing a utopia that has chosen a golden middle way between capitalism and socialism. However, the tone has not always been positive and this image has been criticized. In a new report.....»»
Research suggests darker side of being politically confident
Could being well informed about politics mean you are less tolerant of differing political opinions? The answer might surprise you and be cause for pause before your next political conversation......»»
Lessons from South Australia"s business recovery amidst bushfires and pandemic
New research has given insight into the resilience and recovery of businesses in two South Australian regions following a major bushfire event and disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
iPhone sales drop 10% as Samsung steadies and Chinese rivals grow
New figures show that Apple's global iPhone sales declined by over five million in the first quarter of 2024, compared to the same time in 2023.Apple's iPhone 15 Pro (left) and Samsung's Galaxy S24In March, it was reported that Apple had cut its iPho.....»»
“Ban Chinese electric vehicles now,” demands US senator
China's EV industry benefits from billions of dollars in government subsidies. Enlarge / BYD electric cars stand at a BYD dealership on April 05, 2024, in Berlin, Germany. BYD, which stands for Build Your Dreams, is a Chinese man.....»»
Key U.S. lawmaker urges Biden to permanently ban Chinese EVs from America
U.S. President Biden is considering hiking tariffs on Chinese EVs amid growing pressure on the White House to take further steps to prevent Chinese vehicle imports......»»
Americans think AI will harm privacy and elections: Report
Americans are quite worried about the role artificial intelligence will play in both politics and society, according to a new report by the Polarization Research Lab......»»