Iran’s new supreme leader ‘safe’ despite war injury reports
Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is “safe and sound” despite reports of an injury during the war with Israel and the United States,...
Iran war highlights US defence gaps; mathematician returns to China: 7 science highlights
We have put together stories from our coverage on science from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like...
European airlines add flights to Asia amid high demand, cancellations by Gulf carriers
British Airways and Deutsche Lufthansa are adding flights to Asia amid increased long-haul demand as customers seek alternatives to Middle East carriers hamstrung by...
Webinar | ‘Two sessions’ 2026: how will China pivot its economy under Trump’s pressure?
China’s most critical annual political gathering, the “two sessions”, is particularly significant this year as Beijing unveils its 15th five-year plan, signaling how it...
Pakistan says ‘no question’ it will help Saudi Arabia after Iran strikes Gulf nations
Pakistan will come to the aid of Saudi Arabia whenever needed, according to the spokesman for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, as Iran retaliates against...
Mother in Hong Kong held after unattended son throws items from flat, damaging car
A woman in Hong Kong has been arrested on suspicion of neglect after allegedly leaving her four-year-old son home alone, during which time he...
Thailand smashes coconut-profiteering web led by Chinese firms
Thai police have broken up a web of Chinese companies allegedly using Thai fronts to control the kingdom’s coconut supply, squeezing prices to record...
Nepal’s new government signals shift in India, China relations
Nepal’s incoming government has signalled it will pursue a more pragmatic foreign policy centred on national interests, as the newly victorious Rastriya Swatantra Party...
China woman, 63, gives birth to baby girl after conceiving via IVF following loss of only child
A 63-year-old woman from northeastern China, who lost her only child last year and sought another offspring for spiritual support, recently gave birth to...