Pope Leo urges end to pollution, criticises profits earned
Pope Leo on Saturday called out companies who seek “dizzying” profits at the cost of environmental pollution, on a visit to an area in...
New pay model for native English-speaking teachers risks lowering standards: group
Published: 6:00pm, 23 May 2026Updated: 6:01pm, 23 May 2026 An association representing native English-speaking teachers (NETs) in Hong Kong has warned that less-attractive pay...
Why the largest-ever US-Philippine drill, and Japan’s role in it, is making China uneasy
A US and Philippine-led military drill seen as targeting China grew this year into the largest yet, prompting Chinese experts to warn that the...
Will China’s residency changes to social insurance unlock economic growth?
China’s decision to ease residency restrictions on social insurance applicants will help unleash positive, long-term economic growth, according to analysts. The new measures announced...
Dignity for the dead: 6 Hongkongers form city’s first corpse restoration team
Published: 4:32pm, 23 May 2026Updated: 5:33pm, 23 May 2026 A group of Hongkongers have started the city’s first corpse restoration team, aiming to provide...
2 notable women in ancient China broke barriers, made major contributions to medicine, science
In ancient China, women were largely denied formal education and confined to the roles of dutiful wives and mothers. Against this restrictive social order,...
Bordering Russia, Norway adopts ‘total defence’ mode with focus on civil readiness
War is now a possibility in Norway, by the prime minister’s own admission. The country, which borders Russia, has gone into “total defence” mode,...
Fatal subdivided flat fire highlights need to tackle substandard homes: minister
A fatal fire at a subdivided flat on Thursday has highlighted the need to eradicate substandard housing in Hong Kong, the housing minister has...
Why Sara Duterte is changing her tone on Philippines’ South China Sea conflict
Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio has twice in recent weeks urged the country’s armed forces to defend its sovereignty, in a carefully calibrated attempt to...