Europe’s response to Iran war risks becoming its ‘darkest hour’
The European Union (EU) is a bystander in the Iran war, but it might end up sustaining significant collateral damage. On one hand, public...
Iran targets Bahrain aluminium, 2 injured amid Hormuz closure
Aluminium Bahrain, which runs one of the world’s largest smelters, said on Sunday it was assessing the damage following Iranian strikes on the facility...
Brace yourself for conditions at fire-hit Wang Fuk Court, returning residents told
Hong Kong authorities have warned former residents of fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court to brace themselves for the conditions in their home when they return...
Japan upgrades destroyer with Tomahawk missiles. Why it might pose a threat to China
Japan has upgraded a naval vessel with capabilities to fire long-range Tomahawk missiles, with the first firing test expected this summer – a move...
French prosecutors open terror probe after Bank of America attack attempt
French anti-terrorism prosecutors have opened an investigation into a suspected attack targeting Bank of America’s Paris headquarters after the reported overnight arrest of a...
China biotech deals hit record as innovative drugs draw interest of multinationals
The cross-border outlicensing activities of Chinese biotech firms reached a record transaction value of US$60 billion in the first quarter of 2026, driven by...
Trump’s Iran war: could Republican rift and Maga discontent doom midterms?
US President Donald Trump’s war on Iran has not only exposed White House decision-making flaws but also “clear cracks” within the Republican Party and...
Mongolian parliament selects new prime minister amid corruption allegations
Mongolia’s ruling party selected a new candidate for prime minister on Sunday after the last head of government, Zandanshatar Gombojav, resigned after only nine...
Hong Kong’s MPF authority to propose 2-tier surcharges for late employer contributions
Hong Kong employers could face punitive surcharges for failing to clear outstanding contributions to their staff members’ pension accounts for extended periods, with data...