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.
Vietnam's President To Lam is set to visit China next week for a four-day state visit, marking his first international trip since assuming the presidency and highlighting deepening ties.
China has eliminated all false medical advertisements from national TV channels as part of a campaign to protect public health and consumer trust. Learn about the crackdown, its impact, and future oversight measures.
Cathay Pacific and HK Express announce flight cuts from mid-May to end-June due to soaring jet fuel prices driven by Middle East conflict. Learn about schedule changes and passenger impact.
South Korea is close to securing a vital oil supply deal with Kazakhstan, aiming to reduce dependence on the Middle East amid rising geopolitical risks and shipping disruptions.
The UK has paused its plan to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius due to U.S. opposition, particularly from former President Donald Trump, impacting the future of the Diego Garcia military base.
Theater groups express strong concerns over the proposed Paramount and Warner Bros merger, saying it could harm industry competition and reduce content diversity. Read the key implications for filmmakers and the theater industry.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly proposed a merger with American Airlines, sparking significant antitrust concerns and warnings of negative impacts on consumers.
Chinese chipmaker YMTC plans to build two new factories, aiming to more than double its wafer production capacity amid escalating US-China trade tensions and a push for domestic semiconductor technology.
Taylor Swift leads the 2026 American Music Awards nominations with eight nods, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR. The event will be hosted by Queen Latifah and air live on Memorial Day.
The Cannes Film Festival 2026 lineup has been unveiled, showcasing a strong emphasis on international auteurs and a reduced presence of Hollywood films. Discover the key films and directors selected for this year's prestigious event.
YOFC showcases its latest AI and optical connectivity innovations, including hollow-core fibre technology, at MWC Barcelona 2026, highlighting solutions for AI computing, smart mobility, and more.
Netherlands returns a 3,500-year-old Egyptian sculpture, looted during the Arab Spring, after an international investigation and cooperation with Spanish authorities.
China’s commercial space industry drew global attention at a major Beijing expo featuring reusable rockets, satellite manufacturing and space applications, highlighting rapid growth across the private aerospace sector.
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.
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
Team GB's appeal to use new aerodynamic skeleton helmets at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, upholding the IBSF's ban.
Relive the dazzling opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, featuring Mariah Carey, dual Olympic flames, and a celebration of Italian culture.
Hilary Knight ties the U.S. Olympic women's hockey scoring record as the USA defeats Finland 5-0 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Read the full game recap and highlights.
Theater groups express strong concerns over the proposed Paramount and Warner Bros merger, saying it could harm industry competition and reduce content diversity. Read the key implications for filmmakers and the theater industry.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly proposed a merger with American Airlines, sparking significant antitrust concerns and warnings of negative impacts on consumers.
Chinese chipmaker YMTC plans to build two new factories, aiming to more than double its wafer production capacity amid escalating US-China trade tensions and a push for domestic semiconductor technology.
Cathay Pacific and HK Express announce flight cuts from mid-May to end-June due to soaring jet fuel prices driven by Middle East conflict. Learn about schedule changes and passenger impact.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly proposed a merger with American Airlines, sparking significant antitrust concerns and warnings of negative impacts on consumers.
Taylor Swift leads the 2026 American Music Awards nominations with eight nods, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR. The event will be hosted by Queen Latifah and air live on Memorial Day.
Chinese chipmaker YMTC plans to build two new factories, aiming to more than double its wafer production capacity amid escalating US-China trade tensions and a push for domestic semiconductor technology.
Cathay Pacific and HK Express announce flight cuts from mid-May to end-June due to soaring jet fuel prices driven by Middle East conflict. Learn about schedule changes and passenger impact.
ASEAN Summit in May to proceed with a trimmed agenda focusing on key issues like fuel supplies, food prices, and migrant workers, amidst the Middle East conflict.
U.S. intelligence agencies assess that China is not planning to invade Taiwan by 2027, citing significant risks and a preference for peaceful unification, according to the latest threat assessment.
Beijing and Tokyo engage in diplomatic disputes over Taiwan, leading to the withdrawal of a US missile system from Japan and heightened regional tensions.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party achieves a historic landslide victory in a snap election, securing a supermajority and paving the way for a conservative agenda.
Japan is experiencing a severe winter storm with record snowfall, leading to dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries. Discover the impact on infrastructure, public safety, and the rising avalanche risk.
Asia-Pacific markets experienced a general decline on Thursday, mirroring a downturn on Wall Street. The slump was attributed to escalating geopolitical tensions and critical...
The 2026 Asia-Pacific Men's Lacrosse Championship is underway in Wellington, New Zealand, with national teams battling for qualification spots in the 2027 World Lacrosse...
Cambodia has extradited Chinese-born tycoon Chen Zhi, accused of orchestrating a massive transnational cryptocurrency scam network, to China. The move follows indictments and sanctions...
Reports emerged on Friday that South Korea issued evacuation orders to the residents of Yeonpyeong Island, located near the border with North Korea, following...
The South China Sea has long been a geopolitical flashpoint, with multiple countries laying overlapping claims on its waters and islands. Among the most...
In the lead-up to Taiwan's January elections, concerns over China's interference loom large. The island nation, which has long enjoyed democratic governance, faces persistent...
