Typhoon Noul, China's strongest storm this year, made landfall in Guangdong, cancelling flights and rail services and stranding 2,000 at Hong Kong airport.
The killing of a dog and her puppies in Guangdong has spurred China's animal rights advocates to move their campaign offline and overseas amid censorship.
New World Development's Pavilia Farm III luxury project in Hong Kong sells out its first phase of 88 flats for HK$950 million in a single day, despite prior rebuilding costs.
Ukrainian drone strikes damaged three major Russian grain terminals at Novorossiysk, halting shipments and raising warnings over global food market disrupt
The yen is sliding again weeks after intervention faded, but Japan's roughly $1 trillion in reserves leaves room for further yen-buying, Goldman Sachs says
Justin Bieber's SKYLRK brand achieved unprecedented sales figures at Coachella 2026, breaking previous records and highlighting the power of artist-driven merchandise.
Thai elephant parks, including Maetaeng Elephant Park & Clinic, are facing a significant decline in tourist numbers due to global travel disruptions and uncertainty stemming from the Middle East conflict.
LIV Golf has secured a new lead investor to operate without Saudi funding while giving players equity, CEO Scott O'Neil announced, with a September close t
UEFA has formally declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino after his abandoned plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
The yen is sliding again weeks after intervention faded, but Japan's roughly $1 trillion in reserves leaves room for further yen-buying, Goldman Sachs says
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Aarav Shen covers world news and global markets for Beijing Times, reporting on geopolitics, economic policy, and the forces shaping international affairs.
China's NDRC has unveiled a $13.4 billion plan to fuel foreign investment in manufacturing, logistics, and R&D, broadening global participation and targeting industrial innovation.
Local Bounti has raised $15 million via a convertible note and amended its credit facility, enhancing liquidity and financial flexibility to support growth efforts. Read more about the deal's terms, strategic impact, and what investors need to watch next.
France bolsters its military presence in the Middle East with a significant naval deployment, including its aircraft carrier, as President Macron pursues diplomatic solutions and postwar talks with regional powers.
Israel claims to have killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s top security chief, in a targeted airstrike near Tehran. The high-profile operation, also eliminating Iran’s Basij commander, escalates tensions and disrupts global oil flows as allies refuse U.S. calls for military intervention in the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump is considering delaying his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping due to the ongoing war in Iran and his request for China's help in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Micron Technology announces plans for a second semiconductor facility in Taiwan to meet soaring AI memory demand, highlighting its strategy in advanced DRAM and solidifying its presence in the region.
China's economy has kicked off 2026 with a robust performance, as key indicators for industrial output and retail sales significantly surpassed market forecasts for...
The U.S. is deploying thousands of Marines and multiple warships to the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran, signaling a potential for prolonged conflict and increased ground operation capabilities.
A federal judge blocks subpoenas against Fed Chair Jerome Powell in a criminal probe, citing lack of evidence and improper purpose. The DOJ plans an appeal.
US and China trade officials meet in Paris to ease tensions and prepare for a presidential summit, amidst ongoing trade disputes and a recent Chinese rejection of a US trade probe.
U.S. President Donald Trump advises Iran to skip the World Cup due to safety concerns amidst escalating conflict, a stance that appears to shift from previous assurances to FIFA.
California is on alert following an FBI warning about a potential Iran drone attack. Officials urge calm, stating there is no imminent threat, while security measures are reviewed.
