Chinese robo-diving suit could help users consume almost 40% less oxygen
Chinese scientists have created a diving suit that could help users glide through the sea with ease. In tests, the exoskeleton reduced the diver’s...
China eatery sparks outrage for ‘beating wife’ sales slogan hinting domestic violence approval
A Chinese noodle restaurant has come under fire for displaying a slogan that appears to condone domestic violence. The restaurant in Xining, northwestern China’s...
Public opinion a factor in government’s decision to investigate officials: minister
Hong Kong authorities will take public opinion into account when deciding whether to trigger a new investigation mechanism to hold senior officials accountable, the...
Magnitude 5 quake hits Japan’s Nagano prefecture
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.0 struck the northern part of Nagano prefecture in central Japan on Saturday, the country’s weather agency...
‘Take a long-term view’: Hong Kong minister says Middle East investment unaffected
Hong Kong’s investments in the Middle East will not be derailed by ongoing conflicts, the commerce minister has said, expressing confidence in the region’s...
US court lets Trump resume work on US$400 million White House ballroom – for now
A US appeals court allowed President Donald Trump’s administration on Friday night to continue construction of a US$400 million ballroom on the site of...
South Korea’s AI shamans foretell a future in old tradition
The sound of tinkling bells drifts through an alley in central Seoul, an unmistakable sign that a shaman is near – although in this...
Donald Trump predicts meeting with Xi Jinping will be ‘special’ ahead of China visit
US President Donald Trump said on Friday night he was looking forward to his meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping next month and...
Faulty devices, low battery: some taxi drivers cook up excuses to avoid e-payments
Some passengers have been unable to use any mandatory e-payment options on Hong Kong taxis, as cabbies cited faulty machines or battery problems, reasons...