Worker scalded by hot oil at biodiesel facility in Hong Kong
A 33-year-old worker was rushed to hospital in the early hours of Sunday after being scalded by hot oil at a biodiesel facility in...
China’s Year of the Horse shoppers let emotional satisfaction take the reins
As the Year of the Horse approaches, Chinese consumers are hunting online for mascots, dolls and charms themed after the zodiac animal – a...
Thailand votes as reformists challenge conservatives amid political turmoil
Thais began voting on Sunday in an election pitting the reformist People’s Party against the conservative Bhumjaithai Party, with expectations of a tight race...
23 cases of smuggled orchids recorded as holiday demand swells in Hong Kong
Hong Kong wildlife protection authorities have recorded 23 cases of smuggled orchids in the first month of the year, with the number expected to...
How a deadly tumour cell protein could help fight Alzheimer’s disease: Chinese researchers
A protein secreted by deadly tumour cells could be a powerful weapon against Alzheimer’s disease, Chinese researchers have found. While Alzheimer’s disease and cancer...
As China intensifies offshore tax hunt, exporters struggle with compliance
For those in China’s cross-border trade business, a sweeping tax crackdown is beginning to be felt. Heightened scrutiny of unreported overseas income is reshaping...
Hong Kong’s budget should move the city towards ‘inspirational’ development
At this time of year, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po’s top priority is finalising the Hong Kong government’s budget for 2026-27, balancing requests for...
Sanae Takaichi poised for big win as snow-hit Japan votes
Japanese voters began casting ballots on Sunday in an election expected to hand Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi a resounding win, although record snowfall in...
CK Hutchison set for hard fight to secure Panama port deal compensation: experts
Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison could find it hard to secure compensation from Panamanian authorities over their decision to nullify its port operation, legal experts...