Iranian military mocks US attempts at a ceasefire deal
An Iranian military spokesperson mocked US attempts at a ceasefire deal on Wednesday, raising questions about whether a 15-point plan proposed by Washington has...
Hong Kong, Hainan can ‘forge strong partnership’, build on strengths: John Lee
Hong Kong and Hainan should forge a strong partnership and explore new models of cooperation, the city’s leader has said, urging the business sector...
Humanitarian aid boat arrives in Cuba amid US blockade crisis
The first boat of a flotilla carrying medical supplies, food and solar panels reached Cuba on Tuesday to aid the island as a US...
China’s consumer goods factories cut output as Iran war sends costs soaring
The disruption to shipping traffic along the Strait of Hormuz is starting to bite in China, where some manufacturers are reducing production due to...
Hong Kong’s ICAC charges 5 over alleged building renovation bribery scheme
Hong Kong’s anti-corruption watchdog has charged five people over alleged bribes – including casino chips and red packets – offered to flat owners and...
Malaysian father of 7 in fear as loan sharks threaten family over ex-wife’s debt
A father of seven is in jitters as loans taken from illegal moneylenders in Malaysia by his ex-wife led to loan sharks knowing details...
Israel’s military to occupy swathe of southern Lebanon amid widening war
Israel will occupy southern Lebanon up to the Litani River, an area Defence Minister Israel Katz on Tuesday described as a “security zone”, spelling...
USC Cancels California Governor Debate After Rebutting Racial Discrimination Accusations
The University of Southern California canceled a California gubernatorial debate planned for Tuesday night after rebutting accusations of racial discrimination made by candidates of...
Visa-free travel, rising foreign visitors boost luxury hotel growth in China
China’s luxury hotel sector has unlocked new avenues for business growth, fuelled by a boom in inbound tourism and a growing number of foreign...