US-China trade war weighs heavily on Filipino minds, survey finds
Filipinos are worried about being caught in the crosshairs of the US-China trade war, a new survey has found, underscoring concerns about mounting economic...
New Zealand spy chief warns about China’s influence in the Pacific
New Zealand’s top spy has warned of the security risks posed by China’s growing influence in the Pacific and said his agency would ramp...
Dozens killed in clashes between Syrian forces and Assad loyalists, monitor says
More than 70 people were killed and dozens more wounded in Syria in fighting between government security forces and militants loyal to deposed ruler...
California Among Several States Suing Over Federal Cuts in Teacher Grants
California’s money would have prepared teachers for positions in rural and urban schools. Without the funds, teacher shortages will grow, state AG Bonta said....
‘Two sessions’ 2025: how can China get its private sector back on track?
As China’s political elite gather for the country’s annual legislative sessions in March, we examine the broader forces likely to influence policies for the...
China fresh-tea brand Chagee follows Mixue, Guming in IPO rush with New York plan
Chinese tea-drink maker Chagee has secured approval from the country’s market regulator for an initial public offering (IPO) in the US, just days after...
China online shops sell ‘bank soil’ from top institutions for US$120, claims it brings wealth
Online shops in China are selling so-called bank soil, claiming it was dug up from outside major Chinese banks and can bring wealth and...
Army trio planned to share defence secrets with China: US Justice Department
Two active-duty and one former US Army soldier have been accused of conspiring to sell “sensitive” and “top secret” national defence information to China,...
South Korean court orders release of suspended president Yoon Suk-yeol
Published: 1:22pm, 7 Mar 2025Updated: 2:09pm, 7 Mar 2025 A South Korean court cancelled on Friday suspended president Yoon Suk-yeol’s arrest warrant, paving the...