‘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...
New Central Kowloon Bypass, transport links to boost Hong Kong’s competitiveness: Paul Chan
Published: 2:38pm, 21 Dec 2025Updated: 3:05pm, 21 Dec 2025 Hong Kong’s newly opened Central Kowloon Bypass, along with a planned major road and rail...
Massive San Francisco power outage leaves thousands in the dark
A huge electricity outage hit San Francisco on Saturday, leaving 130,000 residents without power and prompting city authorities to ask residents to stay home,...
Deadly Tai Po blaze affected Hong Kong Legco election voter turnout, minister says
Voter turnout in Hong Kong’s Legislative Council election was affected by the city’s deadliest fire in decades, recording the second-lowest rate since the 1997...
Ex-painter is first China woman competitor in world slap contest, says helps to confront fears
A Chinese woman who worked as an art director made headlines after quitting her job to become a professional combat athlete, ultimately achieving the...