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Beijing records coldest morning in over 5 decades at minus 19.6 degrees C
The mercury dipped to minus 19.6 degrees Celsius on Thursday morning in Beijing as a strong cold wave swept through the city, marking the coldest morning in the Chinese capital since 1966
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World Coronavirus Dispatch: How Wuhan remembers its outbreak one year on
US falls short on vaccination goals, Vienna's classic New Year concert plays on despite curbs, China sets up infection prevention squad and other-pandemic related news across the globe
 "World Coronavirus Dispatch: How Wuhan remembers its outbreak one year on")
IOC accused of ignoring human rights for 2022 Beijing Winter Games
A coalition representing ethnic minorities in China is again accusing the International Olympic Committee of ignoring widespread human rights
 "IOC accused of ignoring human rights for 2022 Beijing Winter Games")
Demonstrations in Nepal against China's repression of Uyghur community
Protests were held in various parts of Nepal on Thursday against the Beijing government as China's atrocities against the Uyghur community continue
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China's 'wolf warrior' diplomacy in focus as scuffle hurts Taiwan official
A ministry spokesperson told Bloomberg News by text that the injury was a "mild concussion."
 "China's 'wolf warrior' diplomacy in focus as scuffle hurts Taiwan official")
CCP aims to make Americans receptive to Beijing's authoritarianism: Pompeo
The remarks came against a backdrop of deepening mistrust and sharply deteriorating relations between the US and China
 "CCP aims to make Americans receptive to Beijing's authoritarianism: Pompeo")
China seeks counterweight to US in Europe but only finds anger, frustration
In country after country, China is facing rising anger over its policies and its behavior - from trade to human rights - a major setback on a continent
Beijing holds trade fair since coronavirus; organisers report huge turn-out
Organisers reported strong turnout at an event in Beijing billed as the first hybrid online and in-person trade show staged since the coronavirus pandemic began
 "Beijing holds trade fair since coronavirus; organisers report huge turn-out")
Hong Kong police arrest nearly 290 at protests over election delay
Anti-government protests erupted last year over a proposed extradition law and spread to include demands for greater democracy and criticism of Beijing's efforts to tighten control over Hong Kong
 "Hong Kong police arrest nearly 290 at protests over election delay")
Beijing likely to dump US treasuries as US-China tensions soar: Report
China, the second largest non-U.S. holder of Treasuries, held $1.074 trillion in June, down from $1.083 trillion the previous month, according to latest official data
 "Beijing likely to dump US treasuries as US-China tensions soar: Report")
Beijing begin receiving international flights from limited countries
Passenger arrivals will be limited to roughly 500 per day during an initial trial period and all will need to undergo additional testing for the virus on arrival
Tech-sharing deals put Indian start-ups in fix with China's new controls
Beijing has added 23 technologies to its list of regulated exports; move could affect start-ups that have IP co-creation as part of investment deal with Chinese VC investors, say experts
 "Tech-sharing deals put Indian start-ups in fix with China's new controls")
China's new tech export controls could give Beijing a say in TikTok sale
It can take up to 30 days to obtain preliminary approval to export the technology
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Amid souring US ties, China courts Europe with foreign minister's tour
In Rome for a meeting with his counterpart Luigi Di Maio, Wang told reporters that China's relations with the European Union are on a positive trend
 "Amid souring US ties, China courts Europe with foreign minister's tour")
China grants country's 1st Covid-19 vaccine patent to domestic firm: Report
The paper cited documents published by China's National Intellectual Property Administration saying that the patent was issued on August 11
 "China grants country's 1st Covid-19 vaccine patent to domestic firm: Report")
Amid ongoing tensions with China, US signs deal to sell F-16 jets to Taiwan
The sale announced on Friday was first floated in 2019 and will reportedly be completed by the end of 2026
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Beijing wholesale market reopens after months as coronavirus outbreak ends
The market will be fully operational by September 10, according to Zhou Xinchun, executive deputy head of Fengtai District, where the market is located
China more aggressive during Covid-19, threat is global: US defence chief
Esper said Beijing was trying to use the coronavirus tragedy to their advantage for "propaganda purposes"
AIIB in talks with India for financing of $8-billion health infra scheme
The Beijing-based multilateral funding agency had earlier approved a financial assistance of $1.2 billion for India to fight the Covid-19 pandemic
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How Beijing's security law transformed Hong Kong in one short month
Within a fortnight, authorities have outlawed select protest phrases and arrested activists for allegedly inciting secession
 "How Beijing's security law transformed Hong Kong in one short month")