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How China harnesses AI microdramas to shape public opinion at home and abroad
Oct 12, 2026

How China harnesses AI microdramas to shape public opinion at home and abroad

Beijing is rapidly scaling up the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to produce short-form videos and microdramas in its publicity campaigns, aligning with directives stressing technology’s role in strengthening ideological work and guiding public opinion. In contrast to sensational tropes dominating AI content across Chinese media platforms – such as Cinderella romance, rebirth for revenge and post-apocalyptic survival – a new wave of AI-generated miniseries weaves Chinese culture, policies...





Prosecution unfazed by survey showing Sara Duterte as preferred presidential bet
Oct 12, 2026

Prosecution unfazed by survey showing Sara Duterte as preferred presidential bet

The House prosecution panel remained unfazed amid the latest Pulse Asia survey showing Vice President Sara Duterte as the most preferred presidential candidate


China-Botswana economic ties deepen as cooperation drives development
Oct 12, 2026

China-Botswana economic ties deepen as cooperation drives development

In 2025, trade between China and Botswana reached $1.222 billion, up 21.3% year on year. The two countries are now expanding collaboration in trade, investment and technology, with practical projects delivering mutual benefits and injecting fresh impetus into economic and social development.


Oct 12, 2026

21 injured in truck-minibus collision in Yuen Long

Twenty-one people were injured in a collision between a minibus and a medium-goods vehicle in San Tin Highway on Monday. Police said the incident occurred shortly before 9.30am near Fairview Park in Yuen Long. Officers said the truck driver was slowing down to change lanes and the minibus driver travelling behind failed to brake in time and crashed into it. Both drivers were among them hurt. The accident resulted in a section of the Yuen Long-bound highway being closed temporarily. Edited by Edmond Fong


Sara Duterte raises concern over Marcos' remark on national security threat
Oct 12, 2026

Sara Duterte raises concern over Marcos' remark on national security threat

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s remark that the alleged receipt of funds from China by a company linked to Vice President Sara Duterte posed a national security threat is cause for concern for Filipino businesses dealing with the country, Duterte said on Monday.


Investigation Into FlyDubai Attacker Puts Spotlight on an Australian Mosque
Oct 12, 2026

Investigation Into FlyDubai Attacker Puts Spotlight on an Australian Mosque

Emirati investigators said the co-pilot accused of attacking a captain on a flight to Israel drifted toward extremism during his time as a student in Australia.


Sara Duterte: Unlike Jejomar Binay, I was impeached 
Oct 12, 2026

Sara Duterte: Unlike Jejomar Binay, I was impeached 

Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday said her experience as the country"s second-highest official is nothing compared to former vice president Jejomar Binay, as she was impeached.


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