China to Tighten Ethical Review of AI Patents in 2026
China’s CNIPA will launch new ethical review guidelines for AI and big data patents on Jan. 1, 2026, aiming to align innovations with legal and social ethics.
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Airbus A320 Recall Grounds Jets, Disrupts Thanksgiving Travel
Airbus’s recall of 6,000 A320 jets disrupts Thanksgiving travel, grounding over half the global fleet and triggering delays and cancellations.
National Guard Shooting Suspect Charged; Trump Moves to Freeze Migration
A 29-year-old Afghan suspect is charged with first-degree murder after shooting two National Guardsmen near the White House. Meanwhile, Trump calls to freeze migration from “Third World Countries”.
Taipei Protests Over $40B U.S. Arms Budget
Taipei protesters challenge a $40 billion defense budget boost by Taiwan region’s leader, urging a stop to U.S. arms purchases and peace in the Taiwan Strait.
Chinese mainland Rallies to Aid Hong Kong After Devastating Fire
Authorities, businesses and volunteers from the Chinese mainland have rushed to support Hong Kong following a deadly residential fire, with rescue teams, funds and supplies mobilized this week.
China’s Wang Yi Urges Britain to Adopt Positive, Pragmatic Policy
Wang Yi urges Britain to pursue a positive, pragmatic China policy, strengthen strategic communication and uphold the one-China principle.
Hong Kong Holds Memorial Service for Fire Victims
On Saturday, Nov 29, Hong Kong residents gathered for a memorial honoring victims of a recent residential fire, reflecting on safety and community solidarity.
New H3N2 Subclade K Variant Spreads as Flu Season Kicks Off
Health experts track H3N2 subclade K this November, with outbreaks in Canada, Japan, and the UK. The U.S. could see cases soon.
One Month On: Cuba’s Rebuild After Hurricane Melissa
One month after Hurricane Melissa swept through eastern Cuba, communities and authorities are racing to rebuild homes, roads and vital infrastructure.
Mexico Teams Up with Chinese Mainland to Power Solar Panel Surge
Mexico is partnering with firms from the Chinese mainland to expand solar-panel manufacturing and exports, positioning itself as North America’s next clean-energy hub.