Hong Kong’s East Dam draws thousands for ‘golden week’ as lawmaker floats entry fee
Published: 4:56pm, 1 May 2026Updated: 5:16pm, 1 May 2026 Thousands of visitors have flocked to Hong Kong’s East Dam to view its rare volcanic...
Could a prolonged conflict between the US and Iran threaten another vital link?
The world’s eyes have been fixed on the oil tankers clogging the Strait of Hormuz. But the US-Israel war on Iran has exposed a...
China’s manufacturing rise is here to stay. The West must recalibrate
If the “China shock” of the early 2000s was about China catching up, then “China shock 2.0” is about the country redefining the boundaries...
Trumpet call: Malaysians demand Japan return elephants after viral ‘weeping’ videos
A viral video of three elephants sent from Malaysia to a zoo in Japan has sparked public anger after online users said the animals...
Riot erupts over Australian indigenous girl’s suspected killer
Hundreds of protesters clashed with Australian emergency services workers in a remote town following the arrest of a man suspected of murdering a five-year-old...
Facing 60-day deadline, Trump administration claims Iran war ‘terminated’
Published: 3:22pm, 1 May 2026Updated: 4:08pm, 1 May 2026 The Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of...
Hongkongers flock to Shenzhen for ‘better’ Labour Day dining and attractions
Published: 3:16pm, 1 May 2026Updated: 3:20pm, 1 May 2026 Hong Kong residents flocked to Shenzhen on Friday, drawn by ‘better service’ at restaurants and...
Pakistan commissions first Chinese attack submarine in ‘historic milestone’ for navy
The Pakistan Navy has received the first of its Chinese-built Hangor-class attack submarine fleet, as Beijing and Islamabad step up defence cooperation. A commissioning...