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China looking to export its culture the same way it does gadgets and gizmos
China is known around the world as the place that makes the televisions, iPhones and iPads that are in hot demand. Their culture doesn't share the same way, though. But could it?
Philippines turns toward U.S. as concerns grow over China's intentions
China, citing historical discoveries, says that the entire South China Sea should be its own exclusive economic zone. The Philippines, however, shares a long border with the sea and sees some of it as its own. So does Vietnam, and other regional countries. That's got some a little nervous.
Obama pledges to bring manufacturing back to the U.S., but is it possible?
In the State of the Union, President Barack Obama insisted he would bring manufacturing jobs back to the United States. But, to some, the proposals he laid out barely begin to address the disadvantages American companies face in manufacturing at home.
New, modular nuclear plant ready for U.S. introduction
About 14 nuclear reactors are planned for construction in the United States now that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved a new class of reactors for use here. They cost billions of dollars, but can provide power to 800,000 homes each.
With Taiwan's election over, China likely to increase pressure for reunification
Taiwan's decision to re-elect President Ma Ying-jeou is a sign that most Taiwanese are OK with the cozier ties that have developed with mainland China. But is China OK with leaving things where they are, or do they want more of a move toward reunification.
Taiwan re-elects China-friendly leader
Taiwan chose their next president in elections across the country today. Ma Ying-jeou, the incumbent, swept into power four years ago with a broad mandate, but his support waned in recent months.
Apple's release of iPhone 4S in China marred by frenzy outside Beijing store
The new Apple iPhone 4S was launched in China on Friday to enormous crowds. The crowds were so large, and so raucous, that the Beijing store never opened. Apple announced it would not be selling the new iPhones at its retail stores.
VIDEO: China releases six giant pandas into 'semi-wild'
Officials in China are taking their biggest step yet in an effort to release more captive-bred pandas into the wild, in hopes of rebuilding dwindling stocks of the animals.
China's creative set using humor in subtle challenge to authoritarian rule
In China, to question the government is to invite trouble. But in a digital media world, the ability to do that is easier than ever. That means those who are so inclined need to find a way to do it without getting in trouble and more often than not that means turning to humor.
Iowa towns turning to foreign investment to restart economies
In Fort Dodge, Iowa, a South Korean company is bringing a factory to town. Across the U.S. Midwest, communities are trying to lure foreign investment to get economies going again.
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