‘Cautious optimism’ in Asia after US, Iran agree to ceasefire, reopen Hormuz
President Donald Trump’s announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran that will see Tehran temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz...
Malaysian corruption watchdog secures arrest warrant for tycoon Daim’s sons
A Malaysian court has granted an application by anti-corruption officials to issue an arrest warrant for two sons of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin,...
Peru set to choose from a bewildering array of 35 presidential hopefuls
Peruvians will choose from a bewildering array of 35 presidential candidates this Sunday, electing the next leader of an Andean nation beset by crime...
How China’s tax crackdown on undeclared overseas income is targeting retail investors
When a friend received a text message from the mainland Chinese tax authorities asking her to ensure that all her declared income – including...
Mussolini’s summer villa on Italian coast to be a cultural space
The summer residence of Italy’s fascist dictator Benito Mussolini is to be used as a cultural community space featuring exhibitions on history to promote...
Could Philippines’ declining literacy affect its status as help desk hub?
The Philippine call centre industry is a juggernaut, employing over a million and generating billions in revenue. Its workers’ voices are a familiar sound...
Tai Po probe: fire contractor admits it was ‘not ideal’ to skip on-site checks
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Woman charged over Singapore crash that killed Indonesian girl in Chinatown
A 38-year-old woman has been charged over her involvement in an accident which killed a six-year-old Indonesian girl and severely injured her mother at...
Hong Kong to set up company this year to fast-track San Tin tech hub as firms eye move
Hong Kong authorities will set up a company this year to accelerate the development of an innovation hub near the border, with firms already...