iRobot filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Dec. 15, 2025, to restructure under Chinese owner Picea Robotics, which will take it private and eliminate debt.

Jimmy Lai awaits a verdict in a Hong Kong national security case over charges tied to his pro-democracy activities and the closure of Apple Daily.

Hong Kong convicted Jimmy Lai of collusion and sedition under national security law; UK condemns trial as political, demands his release.

Three Filipino fishermen injured, boats damaged by Chinese Coast Guard in South China Sea clash.

TikTok agrees to sell U.S. operations to American investors to address security concerns, with Oracle managing data and oversight.

TikTok agrees to sell U.S. operations to American investors to address security concerns and avoid a ban.

Hainan’s trade reforms are boosting growth, cutting tariffs, and attracting foreign investment to strengthen regional ties.

iRobot files for bankruptcy amid financial struggles and seeks private buyout, possibly by a Chinese supplier.

Twin pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei to return to China in Jan 2026, ending nearly 50 years of panda presence in Japan.

Three Filipino fishermen were injured in a South China Sea clash with Chinese coast guard vessels on December 12, 2025.