UK promises no extradition of resettled Hongkongers on political grounds
Britain has reassured Hongkongers settled in the country that they will not be handed over for “politically motivated purposes” under its plan to reinstate...
Chinese EVs are making inroads in Singapore, and here’s why
Singaporean financial adviser Winnie Koh faced a dilemma when selecting her family’s next car – she appreciated the value for money offered by Chinese...
Japan asks China to ensure citizens’ safety after latest attack in Suzhou
Published: 4:35pm, 1 Aug 2025Updated: 7:47pm, 1 Aug 2025 Japan has called on the Chinese authorities to ensure the safety of its citizens after...
As ‘world minus one’ cooperation grows, US withdrawal will backfire
US President Donald Trump’s “flood the zone” strategy – intended to keep the world’s media so busy with his narratives they have no capacity...
China’s coastguard tows Philippine ship after tense maritime clash in new video
China has for the first time released a video showing its coastguard towing away a Philippine ship in the South China Sea, using its...
‘Phenomenal’: Hong Kong musical’s extra 10 shows sell out in hours
The second local re-run of The Impossible Trial, a home-grown Hong Kong musical, sparked a ticket-buying frenzy after its return from a sold-out tour...
2 held for allegedly stealing credit cards, cash on Thailand-Hong Kong flights
Published: 2:53pm, 1 Aug 2025Updated: 3:00pm, 1 Aug 2025 Hong Kong police have arrested two men for allegedly stealing credit cards and about HK$20,000...
A win for ‘sovereign rights’? Malaysia agrees 19% tariff deal with Trump
US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a reduced tariff of 19 per cent on Southeast Asia’s largest economies was a “positive outcome”, Malaysia...
New head of Hong Kong Hospital Authority pledges to cut wait times, queues
The new head of Hong Kong’s public hospitals has pledged to slash waiting times and the number of queues for patients while considering extending...