The Antarctic is experiencing relatively mild temperatures in the middle of winter. Researchers expect a new record low in sea ice, as the polar regions are the fastest-warming regions in the world.
By Bernhard Pötter
China's exports grew by 7.0 percent in July compared to the same month last year, but this growth fell short of analysts' expectations. Surprisingly high imports are partly due to stockpiling of chips.
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According to a report, computer manufacturer HP plans to move more than half of its PC production out of China. The decision is driven by geopolitical risks.
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The automotive division of the China Evergrande Group, Evergrande Auto, has reportedly laid off all its remaining employees. Following a court order, the company is required to file for bankruptcy and undergo restructuring.
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ARD doping expert Hajo Seppelt sees increasing geopolitical influence in international elite sports. He criticizes the approach of the IOC and WADA regarding Chinese swimmers.
By Amelie Richter
Kyiv can look forward to almost €4.2 billion from the Ukraine Facility. The Council released the money for the first time on Tuesday. It considers the required reforms to have been fulfilled.
By Alina Leimbach
According to researchers at the Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research, groundwater levels in Southern Europe are not fundamentally at risk. Although regions with long dry periods are more vulnerable, there is hope.
By Lukas Knigge
While Oeko-Test in Germany warns of toxins in products from the Chinese fast-fashion manufacturer Shein, the company is expanding as the market leader in South Africa, which is causing problems for local fashion companies.
By Andreas Sieren
The Xpeng subsidiary Aeroht wants to start commercializing its flying cars with a successful financing round. Several state-owned companies from Guangdong are reportedly on board.
By Christiane Kuehl
China wants to tighten controls on three chemicals used to produce the addictive painkiller fentanyl. More than 100,000 people in the US died from illegal fentanyl in 2023. It is mainly manufactured in China.
By Christiane Kuehl
