South African gun violence kills 9, wounds 10 in pub shooting
Nine people have died and at least 10 others were wounded after a group of gunmen carried out a shooting at a South African...
Why India to Europe trade corridor is stalling even as talks continue
Discussions on the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) are being revived by some of its founders even as questions persist over the political will...
Arguing about China’s overcapacity overlooks its drive for clean energy
China is often described today as having “overcapacity” in manufacturing. Its dominance in solar panels, batteries and wind equipment, for example, has left many...
Bangkok puppy yoga studio offers visitors comfort and stress relief for US$60 per session
A yoga studio in Thailand has gone viral for providing visitors the unique opportunity to interact with puppies during their workouts, creating a truly...
‘No need to explain’: leading mRNA vaccine scientist Hu Haitao leaves US for China
Vaccine expert Hu Haitao, who studied under Drew Weissman, the Nobel laureate and pioneer of mRNA biology, has given up his tenured position at...
How the Bondi Beach attack became a flashpoint for global disinformation and AI-driven hate
Divisive rhetoric and AI-driven misinformation are undermining international cooperation in the wake of the deadly Bondi Beach attack, a leading counterterrorism expert has warned....
Saudi Arabia’s discreet alcohol store opens doors to wealthy foreigners
Saudi Arabia has quietly expanded access to its only store that sells alcohol, allowing wealthy foreign residents to buy booze in the latest step...
Chocolate, cheer and charity: Hong Kong children whip up treats at festive workshop
Laughter and the scent of chocolate filled the air at Hong Kong’s Nina Hotel Island South on Saturday, as 11 children came together to...
Thailand strikes Cambodia casino, bridge as Asean seeks to de-escalate crisis
Thailand bombed a casino and a bridge in Cambodia, according to reports, as clashes between the two sides continued unabated ahead of a special...