Chipmaker Intel’s US$24 billion rally sends valuation to dotcom levels
After months of turbulence, Intel Corp bulls are finally being rewarded for their patience. But the stock’s sudden rebound comes with a worrying side...
Woman who killed daughter in Hong Kong gets indefinite hospital order
Published: 2:26pm, 20 Aug 2025Updated: 4:48pm, 20 Aug 2025 A mother diagnosed with schizophrenia has been sentenced to an indefinite term of custody at...
China-India talks: Modi praises ‘stable, predictable, constructive ties’
Published: 2:22pm, 20 Aug 2025Updated: 4:37pm, 20 Aug 2025 China’s top diplomat pointed to progress on border talks and an agreement to reopen various...
Ex-China diver becomes merman performer, creates stunning underwater routines
A Chinese diving athlete turned oceanarium merman performer has gone viral for his physical presence and self-taught underwater dance routines that blend strength with...
Couple re-arrested for breaching rules after charge in Hong Kong water scandal
Published: 1:45pm, 20 Aug 2025Updated: 4:56pm, 20 Aug 2025 A couple involved in the Hong Kong government’s water scandal have been arrested again for...
12-year-old girl’s online porn business exposes legal dilemma in Malaysia
A 12-year-old girl in Malaysia was found to have set up a website with four friends and managed a WhatsApp group with 762 members...
Elon Musk puts America Party ambition in low gear to rev up Tesla
Billionaire Elon Musk is quietly putting the brakes on plans to start his new political party, telling allies he wants to focus on his...
Malaysian photographer duped by National Geographic scam faces derision
Published: 12:39pm, 20 Aug 2025Updated: 1:43pm, 20 Aug 2025 A Malaysian photographer has gone from a national hero to a social media zero after...
HKEX’s first-half profit soars 39% to record high on IPO boom, trading volume
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) set new records for second-quarter and first-half earnings amid a boom in initial public offerings (IPOs) and sizzling...