Ukraine strikes Russian Baltic port, hundreds of drones shot down
A drone strike claimed by Ukraine triggered a fire at Russia’s Baltic port of Ust-Luga as the regional governor on Sunday reported new damage...
Quieter, stealthier, further: new hybrid unit to power China’s small battle drones
A hybrid propulsion system designed to make small battlefield drones stealthier and go further has passed its flight tests, according to Chinese state media....
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...