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.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits North Korea to strengthen ties, marking his first trip since 2019 amid shifting regional geopolitics and potential US-North Korea diplomatic developments.
Hong Kong launches a HK$3/liter diesel subsidy and 50% tunnel toll waiver for commercial transport, tackling high fuel costs as global oil prices surge.
Nearly 200,000 French residents returned home as a Gironde wildfire held its perimeter, while new blazes forced thousands to flee in France and Greece.
A Russian ballistic missile and drone barrage killed at least three and wounded over a dozen in Kyiv, trapping residents as Zelenskyy presses for Patriot s
The European Union has cleared the $55 billion take-private acquisition of Electronic Arts led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Af
Exxon Mobil and Chevron are expected to report strong Q2 profits as the US-Iran conflict disrupted Strait of Hormuz shipments and drove fuel prices higher.
Trump Media and Technology Group has launched a subscription service giving paying clients faster access to Truth Social posts, with tiers up to $100,000 a
Justin Bieber's SKYLRK brand achieved unprecedented sales figures at Coachella 2026, breaking previous records and highlighting the power of artist-driven merchandise.
ReelShort and Endemol Shine Brasil partner to launch "De Repente Casados," a Brazilian adaptation of the hit microdrama "Married at First Sight," premiering April 18.
Netflix announces that 'Everyone Is Doing Great,' starring James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti, will stream both seasons starting May 11, with Season 2 premiering globally.
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.
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.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned a plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors after fierce backlash from football confederatio
FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces resistance from UEFA and other confederations over a plan to sell private stakes in the World Cup valued at up to $20
The European Union has cleared the $55 billion take-private acquisition of Electronic Arts led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Af
Chinese AI firm MiniMax has launched its H3 multimodal video generation model with open weights and low pricing, challenging ByteDance's Seedance.
Lynn Hatem
Lynn Hatem is a distinguished journalist for Beijing Times, renowned for her insightful coverage of culture and lifestyle. Despite not being native to China, her unique international perspective has made her a powerful voice in articulating the richness of global cultures. She continuously navigates the multifaceted cultural landscape, painting a vivid picture of contemporary life and trends.
Creators are increasingly looking to Snapchat for steadier income, helped by a less crowded brand environment and Snap’s expanding monetization tools, including the new Creator Subscriptions program.
McKesson Corporation announces a planned CFO transition as Britt Vitalone retires after 20 years, with Kenny Cheung named as his successor. Learn more about the leadership change and the company's recent financial performance.
Azenta has acquired UK Biocentre, strengthening its biorepository capabilities across Europe. The deal creates a key European hub and is set to drive future growth and innovation in life sciences sample management.
SM Energy announces a $750 million senior notes offering due 2034 to fund a tender offer for its 2028 senior notes, alongside providing updated financial and reserve data for Civitas Resources.
Explore the series of short selling bans and subsequent lifts on Turkey's Borsa İstanbul, driven by economic, political, and geopolitical factors, and their impact on market stability and investor confidence.
Google launches Nano Banana 2, its most advanced AI image generator yet, offering super-fast, photorealistic images and enhanced features for creators, now integrated across Google platforms.
US-Israel strikes on Iran lead to widespread flight cancellations and disruptions as airlines suspend services and reroute flights due to airspace closures across the Middle East.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms the UK played no role in recent strikes on Iran, while condemning the Iranian regime and reiterating opposition to nuclear proliferation.
California Water Service Group is acquiring Nexus Water Group's systems in Nevada and Oregon for $218 million, expanding its customer base and solidifying its position as the largest regulated water utility in the western U.S.
Nippon Steel, Japan's largest steelmaker, has successfully raised approximately $3.9 billion through an upsized offering of convertible bonds. The substantial funding aims to repay...
GSK acquires 35Pharma for $950 million to expand its pulmonary hypertension drug pipeline with the experimental drug HS235, aiming to compete with existing treatments and address unmet patient needs.
Eagle Nuclear Energy Corp. debuts on Nasdaq after a SPAC merger, boasting the largest uranium deposit in the U.S. and exclusive SMR technology. The listing marks a turning point for U.S. nuclear ambitions as the company eyes significant growth amid soaring power demand.
China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.
