Taliban has ‘no legal right’ to US$4 billion Afghan fund
The watchdog for US help to Afghanistan said the Taliban have no legal right to billions of dollars in funding set aside for the...
This time around, China is surely ready to respond to Trump’s tariffs, analysts say
China is “not afraid” of Donald Trump’s fresh tariffs on Chinese goods and is prepared to firmly retaliate, analysts said, adding that there might...
Hong Kong football fans gather to see Rivaldo, Kaka and others for legends match
Excited football fans have gathered at Hong Kong Stadium to see the Chinese New Year Cup for the last time before the annual event...
Texas Governor Bans DeepSeek, Other Chinese-Linked Apps on Government Devices
The ban also includes Lemon8, the social media app owned by TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Jan. 31 issued a...
18 killed in Balochistan attack on Pakistan paramilitary
Eighteen paramilitary soldiers and 24 militants were killed in fighting in southwestern Pakistan, the military’s media wing said in a statement on Saturday. Advertisement...
Trump Imposes Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China
The US will impose 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada, and 10 percent on China, the White House said. WASHINGTON—The Trump administration will...
Hong Kong to roll out pilot scheme for sports dispute resolution
Published: 8:02pm, 1 Feb 2025Updated: 8:05pm, 1 Feb 2025 A new pilot scheme to resolve sports disputes will be launched later this year, with...
Sam’s Club Packed, But Chinese Supermarkets Empty; Chinese Consumers Voting With Their Feet
January 29 marks the Chinese New Year. While many lament the lack of activity in physical stores and large supermarkets, with shelves overflowing with...
EU finance chief casts doubt on new UK clearing deadline
The European Union’s finance chief said the bloc is open to further extending the deadline for wresting euro clearing from London, casting doubt over...