China turns to robots for elderly care with national pilot programme
China has launched a pilot programme aimed at accelerating the deployment of robots to alleviate the pressure of elderly care, as the nation grapples...
Study shows how robots replaced master workers in Chinese military drone factory
In a Beijing defence drone facility, a black carbon-fibre body frame sits on a workstation ready for drilling. The material is light and strong,...
US soybean farmers move to reduce dependence on China as trade war grinds on
Soybean farmers in the United States have stepped up efforts to diversify their export markets while maintaining China as a critical buyer, despite ongoing...
Hong Kong lawmakers call for TV stations to show more English-language content
Hong Kong’s broadcast watchdog has been asked to require TV stations to produce more local programmes on their English channels to “tell good Hong...
Man arrested after fireworks ignited at Hong Kong’s Avenue of Stars
Published: 8:48pm, 9 Jun 2025Updated: 8:58pm, 9 Jun 2025 Hong Kong police have arrested a man on suspicion of discharging fireworks at Tsim Sha...
US hints at reprieve on some tech export restrictions as talks with China begin
Published: 8:28pm, 9 Jun 2025Updated: 4:55am, 10 Jun 2025 Top economic officials from Washington and Beijing launched a high-stakes round of trade talks in...
Chinese teen’s suicide puts crushing academic pressure in the spotlight
A heart-wrenching suicide note left by an 18-year-old girl who killed herself in April has reignited discussion online about the heavy academic burden placed...
Hongkongers warned to be vigilant in US as protests rock Los Angeles
Hong Kong authorities have called on residents to be vigilant and prioritise safety when travelling to the United States amid protests in the country....
Leeway urged for public housing applicants in Hong Kong to combat ‘lying flat’
A key member of Hong Kong’s Housing Authority has suggested offering some leeway to public rental flat applicants whose incomes are slightly above the...