Could the PLA’s new shipborne drone redefine naval operations in the South China Sea?
A new type of autonomous helicopter has been seen operating on the Type 075 amphibious assault ship, possibly improving the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA)...
Over 800,000 Lebanese – 1 in 7 of the population – displaced by war in 10 days
Fatima Nazha slept on the street for two days after she and her family fled their home in Beirut’s southern suburbs following an Israeli...
Hong Kong researcher sounds alarm after toxic electronic waste found in dolphins
A Hong Kong researcher has called for stricter regulations and urged the public to use electronics more responsibly after a study found toxic pollutants...
Medicare Advantage Overpayments Raise Costs for All Seniors, Congressional Committee Finds
Medicare Part B premiums are higher than they should be because the government overpays private insurance companies that run Medicare Advantage plans, according to...
Why is Andy Lau’s name carved on a 600-year-old brick from the Ming dynasty?
A 600-year-old brick bearing Hong Kong superstar Andy Lau Tak-wah’s name has gone viral on social media in mainland China. Three characters, identical to...
Panama urges Chinese shipping giant Cosco to resume operations at canal
The Panamanian government has asked Chinese shipping giant Cosco to reconsider its decision to suspend operations at the Balboa port amid geopolitical tensions surrounding...
Kenya floods death toll rises to 62, police say
A total of 62 people including eight children have died since heavy rains and flooding hit Kenya’s capital Nairobi and other areas late last...
Top nuclear weapons, radar and missile experts vanish from Chinese Academy of Engineering site
The profile of one of China’s top nuclear weapons scientists has been scrubbed from the website of the nation’s engineering brains trust. Zhao Xiangeng,...
Top US, China Trade Negotiators Meet in Paris Ahead of Trump’s Visit to Beijing
Top trade negotiators from the United States and China kicked off a new round of talks in Paris on March 15, less than two...