Science is a double-edged sword that sometimes has been misused to inflict harm. Growing US-China hi-tech rivalry is compounding the risks and ills technology can inflict upon humanity. In June, a new team of Chinese astronauts arrived at China’s space station, Tiangong, for the final phase of its construction. Meanwhile, the US-led International Space Station is expected to cease operations by the end of 2030, and Nasa has yet to announce a replacement plan. – South China Morning Post Photo: Xinhua
