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Xinhua world news summary at 1530 GMT, Jan. 11

Xinhua world news summ at 1530 GMT, Jan. 11

January 11, 2025

Tesla chases robotaxi rivals and China goes local for auto chips
Hello from Yifan in California, your #techasia host this week. I’ve been thinking a lot about the future of my job ever since Google’s I/O event in May, where the U.S. tech giant laid out an ambitious plan to define what search will look like in the future. Some users in the U.S. may have…
New Zealand halts millions of funds to Cook Islands over its China ties
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand has halted millions of dollars in funding to the Cook Islands over the “breadth and content” of agreements the smaller Pacific nation made with China, officials from the New Zealand Foreign Minister’s office said Thursday. New Zealand, which is the smaller Pacific nation’s biggest funder, won’t consider any new…
Iran restricts internet access amid fears of Israeli cyberattacks
Iran restricts internet access amid fears of Israeli cyberattacks Tehran: Due to the recent escalating tension, Iran have led to a complete shutdown of internet service in the country. According to the Ministry of Intelligence and Communication Technology, this measure has been taken in view of security concerns to safeguard the country’s internal stability. According…
China must treat its people as treasured citizens, not peasants
China must treat its people as treasured citizens, not peasants
Pro-Israel hackers attack Iran’s largest crypto exchange, destroying $90 million
An anti-Iranian hacking group with possible ties to Israel announced an attack on one of Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges on Wednesday, destroying nearly $90 million and threatening to expose the platform’s source code. A group known as Gonjeshke Darande, or “Predatory Sparrow,” claimed the attack, making it the group’s second operation in two days. On…
What Pakistan’s 2025-26 Budget Means for Your Next Purchase
Thinking about buying a new car in Pakistan soon? You might want to take another look at the price tag, especially if a sleek SUV is on your radar! The freshly announced 2025-26 federal budget just dropped a new 2% tax on vehicles with engine capacities between 1300cc and 1800cc. This isn’t just a minor…
Malaysia’s Anwar pitches joint economic zone with Singapore
ISKANDAR PUTERI, Malaysia — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Thursday vowed Malaysia would consider feedback from foreign investors as it develops a special economic zone with Singapore that it hopes will boost the nation’s status as a regional business center. Speaking at the two-day Nikkei Forum Medini, Johor 2025 — held in the southernmost Malaysian…
Judge says hate crime prosecution in Boulder, Colorado, attack can proceed
DENVER — A federal judge said Wednesday that prosecutors can proceed with a hate crime charge against a man accused of hurling Molotov cocktails at a group of people demonstrating in Boulder, Colorado, in support of Israeli hostages. Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, appeared in federal court in Denver for a prelimin hearing following the June…
Pakistan Hits 200M Telecom Users, Freebies Incoming
Islamabad: How did Pakistan’s digital journey hit a monumental new high, crossing an incredible 200 million telecom subscribers, and what does it mean for you? The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is celebrating this significant milestone by giving back directly to its users. This remarkable achievement underscores the nation’s rapid progress in connectivity, making digital services…