Trump’s defence pick Pete Hegseth fails Asean test, sparking mockery across Southeast Asia
Southeast Asians reacted with a mix of laughter, dismay and disbelief at a viral clip of US president-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of...
Private US, Japanese lunar landers head to moon on a single rocket
One rocket, two missions: lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies launched their “rideshare” to the moon on Wednesday, showcasing the private sector’s...
Hong Kong watchdog logged 179 complaints over EVs, charging services in 2024
Published: 3:45pm, 15 Jan 2025Updated: 3:54pm, 15 Jan 2025 Hong Kong’s Consumer Council received 179 complaints concerning electric vehicles (EVs) and charging services last...
Vietnam axes second most popular TV broadcaster after 20 years
One of Vietnam’s largest state TV broadcasters went off air on Wednesday as part of sweeping bureaucratic reforms that will see 20 per cent...
Shanghai courts Taylor Swift for 2025 show as Chinese cities bet on stars to boost economy
Shanghai has entered preliminary talks with American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift about a potential concert this year, according to a local tourism official, as Chinese...
Thailand seeks to soothe Chinese visitors’ scam centre fears
Published: 3:20pm, 15 Jan 2025Updated: 3:30pm, 15 Jan 2025 Thailand is scrambling to soothe safety fears among potential visitors from China ahead of the...
Ham sandwich scandal exposes tensions over halal certification in Malaysia
Published: 3:19pm, 15 Jan 2025Updated: 3:27pm, 15 Jan 2025 The discovery of a ham sandwich with a fake halal label at a Malaysian convenience...
Solar stations in space, tiny cat fossil found, Cambodia canal risks: 7 science highlights
We have put together stories from our coverage on science from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like...
In Canada, Carney and Freeland to duel for Trudeau’s job as ministers opt out
The race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister is increasingly looking like a two-way battle between former finance minister Chrystia Freeland and...