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There’s a ‘tech war’ brewing between the U.S. and China that will split the world into 2 camps, Palantir senior policy advisor warns

“AI is the single most consequential, breakthrough, paradigm-shifting technology in military affairs in 80 years,” he warned.

Fortune

PM Modi, Xi likely to attend East Asia Summit, ASEAN meetings in Jakarta

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now considering plans to fly to Jakarta for a very short visit on September 6, and return to India on September 7 just prior to the G20 summit, which begins on September 9.

The Hindu

Court Reduces $1.4M Verdict to $71.5K in #TheyLied Renaissance Faire Libel Case

Defendant had accused plaintiffs, "the King and Queen of [the Pittsburgh] Renaissance Faire," of failing to properly deal with allegations of sexual harassment, and of retaliating against sexual harassment victims; the jury found that the defendant knew the statements were false, or at least recklessly disregarded the risk of falsehood.

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Evening Standard

China releases TV documentary showcasing army's ability to attack Taiwan

China has released a new documentary about the army’s preparation to attack Taiwan and showcasing soldiers pledging to give up their lives if needed as Beijing continues to ramp up its rhetoric against the self-ruled island

The Independent UK

Xi Jinping replaces generals in charge of China’s nuclear arsenal

Leader tightens grip over country’s military leadership with biggest shake-up in a decade

The Guardian - UK

Xi Jinping overhauls leadership of China’s elite nuclear force

BEIJING: President Xi Jinping has overhauled the military leadership managing China’s nuclear arsenal amid reports of a corruption probe in the rocket force that would play a key role in case of an invasion of Taiwan.

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As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the island

China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, marking a forceful display

The Independent UK

China pitched four tents in ‘buffer zone’ in Ladakh, says councillor

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army pitched four tents in a “buffer zone” in eastern Ladakh’s Chushul two days ago, of which three tents were removed after the Indian Army objected to their presence, according to Chushul councillor

The Hindu

Tower Bridge Moorings: the floating community offering a unique way to beat London’s housing crisis

This riverside setting is an oasis of calm for one thriving community who have found a unique and romantic way to navigate the capital’s housing crisis

Evening Standard

Taiwan says Chinese air force, navy stage mass drill near island

Defence ministry says monitoring the situation after Chinese air force planes appeared to be coordinating with ships.

Al Jazeera

‘I wanted vengeance’: Tibet’s last resistance fighter

Tibet was communist China’s first conquest and now, Tibetans are working to tell the story of how they resisted Beijing.

Al Jazeera

Chip wars: how semiconductors became a flashpoint in the US-China relationship

The fight for the 21st century’s most critical technology has become a major source of hostility between the world’s two superpowers

The Guardian - AU

Thames’ largest ever party boat Oceandiva ‘damaged by anchor’ during test

One of the largest ever party boats to grace the River Thames struck the anchor of a barge as it carried out testing manoeuvres as it prepares to welcome revellers on board.

Evening Standard

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The Week

Will China win the race to become the AI superpower?

The country that leads the way in artificial intelligence “will become the ruler of the world”.

Reuters

Explainer-Why dangerous encounters by US and Chinese militaries look set to continue

When a Chinese warship came within 150 yards of a U.S. destroyer in the Taiwan Strait on Saturday and forced it to slow down, it was the second time in a matter of days in which Chinese and U.S. military personnel came close to a major incident.

Bangkok Post

China warns 'NATO-like' alliances could lead to conflict in Asia-Pacific

SINGAPORE: China's defence minister warned Sunday against establishing NATO-like military alliances in the Asia-Pacific, saying they would plunge the region into a "whirlpool" of conflict.

The Hindu

Explained | China’s military diplomacy in Southeast Asia

China is expanding its military outreach to Southeast Asian countries.

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The Independent UK

China plans to land astronauts on moon before 2030, another step in what looks like a new space race

China plans to land astronauts on the moon before 2030

Reuters

Exclusive-Russian hypersonic scientist accused of betraying secrets to China - sources

The director of a top Russian science institute, arrested on suspicion of treason along with two other hypersonic missile technology experts, stands accused of betraying secrets to China, two people familiar with the case told Reuters.

France 24

Chinese stand-up comedy warned to toe the line following viral joke about army

A Chinese comedian was severely punished on Wednesday for making a joke about the People’s Liberation Army and his production company fined roughly two million dollars. This incident demonstrates that Chinese censors are now turning their attention to the small but growing world of stand-up comedy in China, which until…

Reuters

Chinese authorities slap comedy firm with $2 million fine after military joke

China on Wednesday slapped one of the country's best-known comedy companies with a 14.7 million yuan ($2.13 million) penalty, accusing it of "harming society" after a military joke made by one of its comedians drew strong public criticism.

Daily Mirror

China ready to 'resolutely smash' Taiwan independence as it warns US of 'dangerous move'

Reports suggest the US is preparing to accelerate the sale of weapons and other military assistance to the self-governing island democracy, a move that will undoubtedly anger China

The Guardian - AU

China’s war chest: Beijing’s ‘great wall of steel’ faces obstacles to military supremacy

Despite having the world’s biggest armed forces, China’s military faces a number of serious obstacles in any potential invasion of Taiwan

The Guardian - AU

Collapsing buildings, incoming missiles: Taiwan rehearses a Chinese assault on its cities

Annual emergency drills have for the first time included a military strike on Taipei, a sign of worsening cross-strait relations

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