US Democrats’ win could squeeze China; star mathematician leaves US: SCMP’s 7 highlights

1. A recent US midterm election saw the Democrats gain significant control, potentially impacting China's role in AI development and bilateral relations between the nations.

2. A mechanical issue has arisen with GE Aerospace engines in Boeing 787 aircraft, causing early damage to high-pressure turbine blades. This has left airlines in a dilemma, deciding whether to replace the engines or maintain strict inspections.

3. The individual expected to become the next House speaker in the US has avoided following the strategies previously employed by Nancy Pelosi in her dealings with Taiwan. Experts believe this approach may differ from Pelosi's high-profile engagement with the island.

4. Joshua Wong, a Hong Kong activist, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his involvement in a global campaign to impose sanctions on mainland China and the city following the 2019 protests. This marks a harsh penalty for his actions.

5. Ma Xiao, a young mathematician who contributed to a breakthrough on Hilbert's sixth problem, has decided to move from the United States to China. He is now focusing his career on artificial intelligence at his former university, the University of Science and Technology of China in Hefei.

6. Malaysian authorities have launched an investigation into a viral video showing a man slapping a woman in a Kuala Lumpur mall. The woman is alleged to have assaulted his two young children, leading to the incident going viral and sparking attention from the police.

7. A Chinese food delivery driver whose marriage to an American teacher gained widespread attention on social media has now announced their divorce after only four months of marriage.