US tariffs weigh on world wine trade in 2025 while consumption slips to new low 13-May 00:24

U.S. tariffs contributed ‌to a further decline in global wine trade last year while consumption remained at its lowest in over 60 years as economic pressures and changing tastes continued to deter drinkers, international wine body OIV ​said on Tuesday.

US agency says Chinese drones and routers can get software updates through 2028 13-May 00:24

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday it will allow Chinese drones and consumer routers sold ​in the United States to get critical software updates at least through the ‌end of 2028.

Taiwan president thanks US for help in strengthening defences 12-May 20:38

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Tuesday expressed his thanks to the U.S. for its help in strengthening the island's defences and said ​Taipei would not give in to pressure, ahead of a summit between ‌the U.S. and Chinese leaders in Beijing this week.