US says Russian intelligence for Iran ‘not making any difference’ in war
Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region, according to two officials...
Prime ministers of Singapore, South Korea to attend this month’s Boao Forum for Asia
The prime ministers of South Korea and Singapore will be among the world leaders attending this month’s Boao Forum for Asia, three sources said,...
In China, some of us are keeping elderly care in the family – for now
My grandma, now in her 90s, has long held together an extended family including four children and six grandchildren. As a Chinese saying goes,...
Ancient China had food delivery services; during Song dynasty, emperors ordered meals via eunuchs
Today, we can order food from apps and enjoy it at home, thanks to smartphones and e-payments. But long before modern vehicles and technology,...
Angry at your boss? A Hong Kong business lets you rage against machines
Destroying a fridge with a baseball bat or smashing glass bottles against a wall would normally be considered signs of hooliganism or problematic anger...
Singapore developers feel the heat as China’s property woes continue
Singapore’s developers are taking hits as China’s property downturn drags into another year, with declining rents, emptier buildings and falling values weighing on their...
US tariff refund system to be ready in 45 days, after Trump duties struck down
The US customs agency is readying a system within 45 days to process refunds on President Donald Trump’s tariffs that were struck down as...
Why Melania Trump’s UN speech is an affront to decency
I am a sucker for all kinds of humour, including tasteless jokes. But I draw the line at sick jokes being reported as serious...
US sheds 92,000 jobs in warning sign for Trump’s economy
The US unexpectedly lost jobs in February while unemployment edged up, government data showed Friday, piling pressure on President Donald Trump’s economic agenda as...