Why Spain’s ‘fruit bowl’ diplomacy with China comes up rather empty
Every time a European leader lands in Beijing with a business delegation, the same speculation follows: is the Atlantic consensus beginning to crack? Is...
Japan evacuates thousands as hundreds of firefighters battle wildfires
Hundreds of firefighters were battling wildfires in the forests of northern Japan on Saturday, as authorities urged more than 3,200 people to evacuate their...
Trapped in the Gulf, ship crews run low on food, water – and mental health reserves
The United Nations’ maritime agency has highlighted the plight of seafarers trapped in the Persian Gulf, saying the weeks-long closure of the Strait of...
Hong Kong police arrest 2 men over thefts targeting homeless people
Hong Kong police have arrested two men in connection with a series of thefts targeting homeless people in Yau Tsim Mong district that involved...
Did China just drop a hint that its next aircraft carrier will be nuclear-powered?
A Chinese naval video has fuelled speculation that its next aircraft carrier is likely to be nuclear-powered. The film Into The Deep was released...
Iran Delegation Leaves Pakistan Without US Talks as Trump Cancels Envoy Visit
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi left Pakistan for Oman on April 25 without meeting with U.S. negotiators. Araghchi met with senior Pakistani officials in...
Argentina again calls for UK talks on Falklands, US confirms neutrality
Argentina has called for talks with the UK over the Falkland Islands after reports the US could review its position on the South Atlantic...
What smokers need to know about Hong Kong’s new e-cigarette ban
Hong Kong’s new ban on possessing e-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, and related products in public places will take effect on April 30. Residents...
Japan Halts Supply of 8 Core Materials, 12,000 Chinese Tech Firms Face Shutdown, 40-Year Setback
On April 23, NetEase, which has ties to official Chinese narratives, released a striking report. It said customs data had leaked, showing that domestic...