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.
ABC News says the FCC is running an intimidation campaign to shape its editorial coverage, escalating tensions between the broadcaster and federal regulato
Capital One says it closed the Trump Organization's accounts after an anti-money-laundering review, the first bank to tie such concerns to Trump's business
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.
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
Capital One says it closed the Trump Organization's accounts after an anti-money-laundering review, the first bank to tie such concerns to Trump's business
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
Rivian scaled back its 2026 capital spending and narrowed its projected losses as the EV maker reported second-quarter results amid sector pressures.
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.
Rafah crossing reopened in a pilot phase with tight security and international monitoring, allowing limited daily movement — about 50 people each way — as medical evacuations and approved travel resume.
Gold pulled back sharply after hitting record highs near $5,600 as profit-taking and a dollar rebound hit overheated trades, even as the metal remained on track for a historic monthly gain.
The S&P 500 is hovering near 7,000 after its first intraday break above the milestone, fueled by AI optimism and rate-cut expectations as investors look to earnings and macro data for the next catalyst.
China is expanding its quiet carriage option to more than 8,000 high-speed trains from February 1, requiring passengers to accept a quiet agreement and follow rules that limit calls, device audio, and disruptive noise.
Alibaba's logistics arm, Cainiao, is merging with robovan developer Zelos Technology in a $2 billion deal to create Cainiao Robovan, a new entity focused on autonomous last-mile delivery solutions.
Prediction markets are facing renewed scrutiny after reports that “privileged” users may have profited from well-timed bets on war and diplomacy, fueling calls for clearer rules and explicit insider-trading bans.
Game stocks slid after Google unveiled “Project Genie,” an AI system that can generate interactive worlds from prompts, raising concerns about disruption to traditional game engines, platforms, and development workflows.
China conducted “combat readiness” naval and air patrols around Scarborough Shoal, escalating activity in a disputed South China Sea area days after nearby US-Philippines exercises.
Dow will cut about 4,500 jobs as it restructures to boost efficiency and expand AI and automation, while forecasting weaker-than-expected first-quarter revenue amid sluggish demand.
Iran’s foreign minister will travel to Ankara for talks with Turkey’s Hakan Fidan as Ankara presses mediation to avert US military escalation, pushing a step-by-step approach on disputes including the nuclear file.
South Korea’s exports are expected to post their fastest growth in over four years as AI-driven semiconductor demand surges, boosting shipments to China and the US ahead of official trade data on February 1.
Wall Street fell as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slid on fears that Big Tech’s soaring AI spending will take longer to pay off, with Microsoft and software stocks leading declines while the Dow also dipped.
