China’s diplomatic clout in Mideast at risk as threats build around ally Iran
When Beijing brokered a historic peace deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia last year, it was seen as a milestone for China’s proactive engagement...
Australia approves extradition of ex-US Marine accused of training Chinese military pilots
Former US Marine Corps pilot Daniel Duggan will be extradited from Australia to the United States over allegations that he illegally trained Chinese aviators....
China auntie goes viral with comedic imitations, iconic scenes from Korean dramas
An elderly Chinese aunt has captured hearts online by parodying iconic scenes from classic Korean dramas with hilarious and exaggerated acting. Advertisement The woman’s...
Hong Kong watchdog receives 16 complaints over Real Madrid fan meet fiasco
Hong Kong’s consumer watchdog has received 16 complaints involving about HK$118,000 (US$15,200) from disappointed fans who were unable to meet football legends from visiting...
Ex-Israeli spies describe exploding devices operation against Hezbollah
Two recently retired senior Israeli intelligence agents shared new details about a deadly clandestine operation years in the making that targeted Hezbollah militants in...
Hong Kong police arrest 25 people in crackdown on illegal street racing
Published: 1:31pm, 23 Dec 2024Updated: 1:47pm, 23 Dec 2024 Hong Kong police have arrested 25 people, including a 70-year-old man, as the force ramps...
Japan’s picturesque Ginzan Onsen starts limiting day trippers to tackle overtourism
A Japanese hot spring town popular for its photogenic snowy scenes began limiting entry to day trippers on Monday in a trial to tackle...
Biden Approves $571 Million in Defense Support for Taiwan
WASHINGTON—President Joe Biden on Friday agreed to provide $571.3 million in defense support for Taiwan, the White House said, while the State Department approved...
‘Who’s next?’: misinformation and online threats after US CEO slaying
A US health boss’ murder sparked a torrent of online misinformation and calls for violence against other executives, suggesting a failure of social media...