Modi and Xi talk business in Delhi, with the border still in the picture
The two leaders want closer ties. Turning that into everyday change is the next test.
Politics 13 September 2026
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Europe wants data centres to show their energy and water report card
A proposed sustainability rating would make the physical cost of computing easier to compare, with first labels expected in 2027.
Tech 22 September 2026
Saudi pipeline disruption puts fresh pressure on the world’s oil supply
Reports of repairs lasting weeks sent traders looking closely at export routes and stored oil.
World 15 September 2026
Huawei’s new tri-fold phone opens big, with a price to match
The Mate XT 2 brings a tablet-sized display and a redesigned hinge to the premium phone contest.
Tech 9 September 2026
Two workers emerge alive from a Nepal tunnel, nine days after disaster
Friday brought a remarkable rescue—and difficult questions about those still missing.
World 5 September 2026
Delhi gets ready for BRICS. Getting everyone to agree is the real test.
Xi Jinping confirms his visit as India prepares to host a summit shaped by competing interests.
Politics 11 September 2026
Trump pushes back on slowing AI, putting competition with China first
His remarks in Ireland bring the argument over AI safeguards into sharper political focus.
Politics 14 September 2026
France and Spain push for a stronger Europe, but a treaty hits a roadblock
Macron and Sánchez want closer ties on energy, transport and technology. Spain’s parliament still has a say.
Politics 3 October 2026
China wants to bring Mars rocks home. The hard part is the return trip.
Tianwen-3 is targeting a 2028 launch and samples back on Earth in 2031.
World 10 September 2026
Three team golds and an Olympic opening: India’s archers have a huge day
A record-equalling women’s score, a mixed-team shoot-off and a one-point men’s win powered the sweep.
Sports 3 October 2026
At 13, Yu Zidi becomes the Asian Games’ youngest MVP as Puripol wins for Thailand
The swimmer and sprinter received the Games’ top individual honours after record-breaking performances in Nagoya.
Sports 5 October 2026
Roshibina Devi takes Asian Games silver for a third straight podium finish
China's Zhang Xiaoyu won the final, but the Indian wushu athlete extended a medal run stretching back to 2018.
Sports 25 September 2026
Taiwan’s Lai says peace matters, but freedom is not up for surrender
His National Day speech backs dialogue and stronger defences, drawing a sharp response from Beijing.
Politics 11 October 2026
India’s women win hockey gold after 44 years and book their Olympic place
Lalremsiami scored early, Savita saved a penalty stroke, and India held China to a 1–0 final defeat.
Sports 3 October 2026
Xiaomi's 18 Pro phones launch in China with a global release on the way
Rear screens, big batteries and new Snapdragon chips lead the pitch, but international prices are still missing.
Tech 24 September 2026
Djokovic takes his seventh Beijing title after de Minaur retires injured
The final ended early, but the win gave Djokovic his 102nd career title and kept his perfect Beijing record intact.
Sports 7 October 2026
US and China give their trade truce two more months as Xi visits Washington
The deadline moves to January 10, buying time for talks without settling the bigger disagreements.
Politics 25 September 2026
Shanti Pereira retains Asian Games 200m gold and makes history for Singapore
Her 22.78-second win made her the first woman to claim back-to-back titles in the event.
Sports 28 September 2026