China’s calls to open Hormuz show the limits of its ties to Iran, experts say
While China has begun to put pressure on Iran to end its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, its statements have been carefully worded,...
With Meta-Manus AI deal ‘difficult’ to undo, how will Beijing exert its authority?
It could be “time-consuming”, “complex” and “difficult” for Meta Platforms to unwind its acquisition of Manus, an artificial intelligence start-up that originated in China,...
UAE to leave Opec, Opec+ oil groups, for national interest, global demand
The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday that it will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) and the wider Opec+ alliance...
Japan’s revised security policy to get ‘more aggressive’: Chinese expert
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has started the process of overhauling the country’s major security policies, arguing that Japan must boost its military power...
The Secret Light Compass Inside A Fish’s Brain
AsianScientist (Apr. 28, 2026)–Light does not reach only the eyes. In non-mammalian vertebrates such as fish, frogs, and birds, light-sensitive cells are distributed across...
MAHA Advocates Rally Against Pesticide Makers, Question Federal Agriculture Policies
WASHINGTON—As the Supreme Court heard opening arguments on Monsanto v. Darnell, a case which could prevent people harmed by pesticides from suing manufacturers, hundreds...
LIVE NOW: Zeldin Testifies at House Hearing on Environmental Protection Agency Budget
The House Energy and Commerce Committee holds a hearing on the fiscal year 2027 Environmental Protection Agency budget at 10 a.m. ET on April...
White House Withdraws Nomination of Scott Socha to Lead National Park Service
President Donald Trump’s nomination of hospitality executive Scott Socha to serve as director of the National Park Service has been withdrawn. In a notice...
LIVE NOW: Trump, First Lady Welcome King Charles and Queen Camilla at White House
U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hold a ceremony at the White House at 9:35 a.m. ET on April 28 to...