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1 dead, 4 injured as Hong Kong subdivided flat fire forces 300 to be evacuated

A fire in a subdivided flat in Hong Kong resulted in one death and four injuries. Approximately 300 residents were…

China-Russia: energy ties

Boeing went to China to sell planes. Beijing is buying something else

Boeing's recent visit to China aimed to secure aircraft sales, but the focus shifted as Beijing expressed interest in…

‘We really do not trust each other’: former US envoy foresees wary new phase in China ties

A former U.S. envoy has expressed concerns about the future of U.S.-China relations, indicating a phase of mutual…

China is losing the LLM race but it can still win in AI, ex-Tencent AI lead says

China is currently lagging behind in the race for large language models (LLMs) but still has the potential to excel in…

China inventor creates sword-shaped aerial vehicle, bringing flying sword in fantasy novels to life

A Chinese inventor has developed a sword-shaped aerial vehicle, inspired by flying swords from fantasy novels. This…

Northern Metropolis industrial park draws ‘global interest’ from AI, green firms

A new industrial park in Northern Metropolis is attracting global interest from companies in artificial intelligence…

Robots at Singapore’s AI zone to clean, patrol and deliver goods

Singapore is introducing robots in its AI zone to assist with various tasks. These robots will be responsible for…

Woman jailed for nearly 42 years over US$250 million Minnesota fraud case

A woman has been sentenced to nearly 42 years in prison for her role in a $250 million fraud scheme in Minnesota. The…

16 dead after gunmen open fire in 2 separate attacks in Honduras

Honduras has experienced two separate attacks resulting in the deaths of 16 individuals. The incidents highlight…

AI boom fuels US$11.6b data centre investment in Asia-Pacific as Hong Kong eyes niche role

The AI boom is driving significant investment in data centers across the Asia-Pacific region, totaling US$11.6…

US to send 5,000 troops to Poland, Trump says, after earlier deployment called off

The U.S. plans to deploy 5,000 troops to Poland, as announced by former President Trump. This decision comes after an…

First Gaza flotilla activists arrive in Turkey after Israel deportation

Activists from the recent Gaza flotilla have returned to Turkey following their deportation by Israel. The group was…

China is replacing Middle East oil with Xinjiang coal. What does it mean for the world?

China is shifting its energy reliance from Middle Eastern oil to coal sourced from Xinjiang. This transition has…

Not even a quick end to Iran war can save AI stock bubble now

The ongoing conflict in Iran is impacting the stock market, particularly in the AI sector. Analysts suggest that even…

US voices hope on Iran deal progress before Pakistan army chief visit

The United States has expressed optimism regarding progress in negotiations for a potential deal with Iran. This comes…

US casts Cuba as China-linked security threat while still pushing for talks

The U.S. government is highlighting Cuba as a potential security threat linked to China while simultaneously…

2 men charged with creating AI-generated porn under new US law targeting ‘deepfakes’

Two men have been charged under a new U.S. law aimed at combating deepfake technology. The charges relate to the…

Trump scraps signing AI executive order to keep ‘lead’ over China in industry

Former President Trump has decided not to sign an executive order on artificial intelligence. This decision is aimed…

UN expresses grave concern over Taliban decree that includes provision on child marriage

The UN has expressed serious concerns regarding a recent decree from the Taliban that includes provisions allowing…

Residents set fire to an Ebola centre in DR Congo as fear and anger grow over outbreak

Residents in the Democratic Republic of Congo have set fire to an Ebola treatment center amid rising fears and anger…

China and Russia unite on world order, but Putin departs without concrete gains

China and Russia have strengthened their partnership in shaping a new world order. However, President Putin's recent…

Operation targeting fire safety in old Hong Kong buildings extended for 2 years

The Hong Kong government has decided to extend its operation aimed at improving fire safety in older buildings for an…

Inside YMTC’s IPO plans: How is China’s 3D NAND champion chasing capital markets?

YMTC, a leading Chinese 3D NAND manufacturer, is preparing for its initial public offering (IPO) to raise capital. The…

Young Indians protest through parody ‘cockroach’ party

Young Indians are engaging in protests using a parody 'cockroach' party to express their discontent. This creative…

2 Chinese supertankers join flotilla exiting Hormuz as stand-off appears to thaw

Two Chinese supertankers have joined a flotilla exiting the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a potential easing of tensions…

Hong Kong police probe suspected airgun damage to window of Yuen Long flat

Hong Kong police are investigating damage to a window of a flat in Yuen Long, which is suspected to have been caused…

US jobless claims fall as lay-offs remain low despite economic uncertainty

US jobless claims have decreased as layoffs remain low, indicating a stable job market despite economic uncertainties.…

AI gives China ‘God’s-eye view’ of solar, wind installations as data-centre demand booms

China is leveraging artificial intelligence to gain comprehensive insights into its solar and wind energy…

Singapore Airlines faces narrow window to gain market share from Gulf rivals

Singapore Airlines is looking to expand its market share amidst increasing competition from Gulf carriers. The airline…

Russia, US increasingly see China as an anchor for peace and prosperity

Russia and the United States are increasingly recognizing China's role as a stabilizing force in global affairs. Both…

Paris court finds Airbus, Air France guilty in 2009 crash that killed 228

A Paris court has found Airbus and Air France guilty in connection with the 2009 crash of Flight AF447, which resulted…

China’s J-10CE jets defeat Eurofighters 9-0 in mock battles, CCTV confirms

China's J-10CE jets have reportedly achieved a decisive victory against Eurofighter jets in a series of mock battles.…

Hong Kong airport records 13% year-on-year rise in passengers, flights up 5.1%

Hong Kong International Airport has reported a 13% increase in passenger traffic compared to the previous year.…

Man falls to death from flat amid dispute with wife, son over education expenses

A man tragically fell to his death from a flat during a dispute with his wife and son. The argument reportedly…

Austrian spy found guilty of giving secrets to Wirecard fugitive

An Austrian spy has been convicted for leaking sensitive information to a fugitive associated with Wirecard. The court…

Labourer remanded after admitting he tossed seditious messages from flat

A labourer has been remanded in custody after admitting to throwing seditious messages from his flat. The individual…

Beijing warns US on Taiwan ties after Trump signals openness to talking with Lai

Beijing has issued a warning to the United States regarding its relations with Taiwan following former President…

China blogger with 20 million followers takes a break after 13 years of intense content creation

A popular Chinese blogger with 20 million followers has announced a break after 13 years of content creation. The…

‘No ParknShop sale’: Li Ka-shing’s CK Hutchison rules out supermarket merger with Wellcome

CK Hutchison has confirmed that it will not proceed with a merger of its ParknShop supermarket chain with Wellcome.…

Commercial humanoid robots in China may soon do laundry, make beds, care for elders

China is advancing in the development of commercial humanoid robots that can perform household tasks. These robots are…

Uber says Hong Kong ride-hailing cap ‘unusual’, insists it is here to stay

Uber has expressed concerns over a new ride-hailing cap in Hong Kong, describing it as 'unusual'. The company insists…

US delegation may herald Hegseth trip to China

Can China team’s Greek dig unveil an untold truth in ancient world history?

A Chinese archaeological team is conducting a dig in Greece, aiming to uncover new insights into ancient history. The…

Malaysia demands TikTok explain failure to block fake account using AI to insult king

Malaysia has requested an explanation from TikTok regarding its failure to block a fake account that used artificial…

Shenzhen’s 24-hour spa, a glimpse of 1970s Hong Kong: 7 Lifestyle highlights

Shenzhen's 24-hour spa offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of 1970s Hong Kong. The spa features traditional…

Xi’s back-to-back meetings with Trump and Putin in Beijing: everything you need to know

Chinese President Xi Jinping held back-to-back meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President…

China-Russia joint statement on Xi-Putin summit

Starmer’s leadership challenger Streeting floats UK ‘wealth tax that works’

Labour leadership challenger Wes Streeting has proposed a new wealth tax aimed at addressing economic inequality in…

What Lee’s Netanyahu ‘war criminal’ remark means for South Korea’s diplomacy

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's recent comments labeling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a 'war…