CLSA Brand to Disappear as Citic Takes Over in 2026
After 40 years of operation, the CLSA brand will be replaced by Citic, a state-owned financial entity in China, starting next year.
Editorial Staff Jun 12
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Regulatory Warning Impacts Chinese Tech Stocks Amid Shopping Event
Chinese regulators have issued warnings to Alibaba and JD.com regarding their sales practices during the recent ‘6.18’ shopping event, leading to a decline in their stock prices.
Editorial Staff Jun 11
Could a Meteorite Impact Have Deposited Gold in Western Australia?
A new study proposes that a meteorite impact may have played a role in the deposition of gold in Western Australia, a region already renowned for its mineral wealth.
Editorial Staff Jun 10
China's Underground Detector Reveals Initial Insights on Ghost Particles
A significant underground detector in China has published its first major findings regarding elusive ghost particles, marking a notable step in particle physics research.
Editorial Staff Jun 10
New Flood Forecasting System Developed by University of Tokyo Researchers
A new real-time data assimilation system by researchers at the University of Tokyo significantly improves flood forecasting accuracy in Japan, enhancing early warning capabilities.
Editorial Staff Jun 9
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong Praises South Korea's Regret Over Drone Incursions
In a notable development, Kim Yo Jong commended South Korea's president for expressing regret over recent drone incursions, which could signal a shift in inter-Korean relations.
Editorial Staff Jun 9
The Importance of Critical Minerals in US and Australian Mining Regions
An exploration of the role critical minerals play in major mining districts in the United States and Australia, highlighting their significance.
Editorial Staff Jun 9
International Cooperation Needed to Counter China's Rare Earth Monopoly
With China controlling over 80% of the global rare earth supply, allied nations must unite to explore alternative sources and enhance recycling efforts.
Editorial Staff Jun 9
Breakthrough in Soundproofing: New Rule Discovered by Chinese Researchers
A recent study from China reveals a quantum-inspired rule that could transform soundproofing materials, potentially leading to more efficient designs.
Editorial Staff Jun 8
Insights into Earth's Early Supercontinent Cycles from Yinshan Block
Recent research from the Yinshan Block provides new insights into a complex and lesser-known era of Earth's geological history, according to a study led by a Peking University Ph.D. student.
Editorial Staff Jun 8
Indian Stock Market Hits Two-Month Low Amid Rising Oil Prices and Asian Market Decline
The Indian stock market has experienced a significant decline, reaching two-month lows as oil prices surge, coinciding with a broader selloff across Asia.
Editorial Staff Jun 8
Asian Markets Decline as South Korea's Index Takes a Hit
Following a significant drop in the Nasdaq, South Korea's index sees a notable decline, impacting tech stocks across Asia amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Editorial Staff Jun 8
Xi Jinping Visits North Korea Amid Heightened Nuclear Tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea marks his first trip to Pyongyang in seven years, coinciding with the regime's increased nuclear rhetoric.
Editorial Staff Jun 8
Potential of Utah Mill to Boost U.S. Rare Earth Processing Capabilities
A Utah mill may play a crucial role in enhancing the United States' rare earth processing capabilities, potentially narrowing the gap with China.
Editorial Staff Jun 8
Rosatom Anticipates Operational Launch of Two Chinese Nuclear Plants by 2027
The operational timelines for two nuclear power plants in China, expected by late 2026 and 2027, reflect Russia's increasing focus on its Asian partnerships.
Editorial Staff Jun 8
Australia's Endangered Spiny Crayfish Faces Threats from Global Heating
The spiny crayfish, an indicator species in Australia, is under threat as global heating disrupts their creek habitats, raising concerns for broader ecosystem health.
Editorial Staff Jun 7
Sydney's Hornsby Park: A New Green Space from Industrial Roots
Hornsby Park, a newly established bushland park in Sydney, emerges from a former quarry, contributing to the city's ongoing transformation into greener spaces.
Editorial Staff Jun 7
Bellingham Excluded from England Squad for Japan Match
To prioritize his fitness, Jude Bellingham will not participate in England's upcoming match against Japan.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
Coca-Cola Considers Public Listing for Indian Subsidiary Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings
Coca-Cola is exploring the possibility of a public listing for its Indian subsidiary, Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings, as part of its strategy to strengthen its market presence in India.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
Examining Digital Authoritarianism: How Democracies Adopt Surveillance Tactics
The term 'digital authoritarianism' highlights how governments leverage technology for surveillance and censorship, often to suppress dissent. China exemplifies this trend.
Editorial Staff Jun 5