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China issues compliance guide on auto pricing conduct

China.dot.org | 2026-02-12, 09:50

BEIJING, Feb. 12 (Xinhua) -- China's State Administration for Market Regulation on Thursday released a compliance guide on price-related conduct in the automobile sector, aiming to regulate pricing practices and promote sound development of the auto market.

KMC marks 72nd Founder's Day with cultural vibrance

The Times of India | 2026-02-12, 09:49

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Would You Leave Your Bag Unattended at a Starbucks? They Did. For Hours.

New York Times | 2026-02-12, 09:47

It is common for people to leave their belongings when they step away in South Korea. But some customers created a minor furor by occupying seats at a store without physically being there. ...

More than a game: virtual boyfriends win hearts in China

Asahi News | 2026-02-12, 09:47

SHANGHAI/GUANGZHOU--When Zhou, a 33-year-old Chinese civil servant, was a student, finding love and companionship was something she believed would happen with time. Today, her emotional ‌needs are fulfilled by Qi Yu, her first boyfriend and partner of ⁠six

Taiwan’s AI-powered economy soars in the shadow of bubble fears and China threats

Asahi News | 2026-02-12, 09:47

TAIPEI--In Taipei, real estate agent Jason Sung is betting that home prices around a high-tech industrial park in the northern part of Taiwan’s capital will soon take flight – because of computer chip maker Nvidia. The area is where Nvidia plans to build its

China calls Taiwan’s President Lai a ‘war instigator’

Straits Times | 2026-02-12, 09:44

Lai had called for greater defence and artificial intelligence cooperation between Taiwan and Europe. ...

US pushes AI funding, fisheries tech at APEC amid China rivalry

Straits Times | 2026-02-12, 09:44

Washington seeks to counter Beijing’s technological and maritime influence. ...

South Korea’s culture minister says lifting of China’s Hallyu ban remains fragile

Straits Times | 2026-02-12, 09:44

Mr Chae said there has been little tangible advancement in lifting of restrictions. ...

Indian tourists spark racism row at Phuket’s Yona Beach Club

Gulf News | 2026-02-12, 09:44

Dubai: Allegations of racial discrimination have surfaced against Phuket’s Yona Beach Club after an Indian tourist claimed he and others were denied entry despite confirmed reservations and valid tickets. The floating beach club has denied any wrongdoing,

Doordarshan news anchor Sarla Maheshwari passes away at 71

Zeenews | 2026-02-12, 09:43

Sharing the news on social media, Doordarshan National extended "heartfelt tribute" to its one of the most popular anchor Sarla Maheshwari. ...

India approves major Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets: Sources

Zeenews | 2026-02-12, 09:43

India cleared a historic Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. Know about the MRFA program, the 'Make in India' impact, and the IAF squadron boost. ...

S. Korea to hold 1st summit with Central Asian nations on Sept. 16-17

Yonhap News | 2026-02-12, 09:41

SEOUL, Feb. 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will hold its first summit with Central A ...

China Indicts Former AstraZeneca Executive on Fraud and Smuggling Charges

Caixin Online | 2026-02-12, 09:40

Chinese prosecutors have formally indicted Leon Wang, the former executive vice president of AstraZeneca, along with

Eyes on Hainan: China's Hainan opens first batch of duty-free daily goods shops for island residents

Xinhua | 2026-02-12, 09:40

China's Hainan Province has opened the first batch of daily consumer goods duty-free shops for island residents. The move advances high-standard building in the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) and lets locals share the benefits of opening-up.■

Basketball tournament bridges US base, local community in southern Japan

Stars and Stripes | 2026-02-12, 09:38

Young Japanese and American basketball players faced off at a Defense Department high school in southern Japan in a tournament designed to build ties between base and local communities. Nearly 500 people attended the Sasebo Friendship Cup on Jan. 4 at E.J.

Bharat Bandh on 12 February: Why have trade unions called for a nationwide strike tomorrow?

DNA India | 2026-02-12, 09:34

A coalition of several national-level trade