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POLITICS1h agoInside story : Politician behind 521 - kilo shabu shipment bound for ManilaAn inside story reveals a politician's alleged involvement in a 521-kilo shabu shipment destined for Manila. This highlights potential high-level corruption and drug trafficking within the political sphere.rappler.com · Philippines
POLITICS1h agoSwiss President Guy Parmelin arrives in Hanoi , beginning official visit to VietnamSwiss President Guy Parmelin has arrived in Hanoi to begin an official visit to Vietnam. This visit marks a diplomatic engagement between the two nations.news.tuoitre.vn
WORLD1h agoTrend Intel : Chinese microdramas have Filipinos in a chokehold – are you watching ? Chinese microdramas are reportedly very popular among Filipinos. This highlights a notable cultural trend in entertainment.rappler.com · Philippines
WORLD1h agoAgence Kampuchea PresseThe title refers to Agence Kampuchea Presse. No specific news event is described.akp.gov.kh · Cambodia
BUSINESS1h agoThe world’s biggest fine jewellery factory: How Pandora aims to make more and pollute less in VietnamPandora invested $150 million (€132mn) in a Vietnam factory, which it says will operate entirely on renewable electricity. The company also switched to using 100% recycled gold and silver in its jewellery production in 2024.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESS1h agoHong Kong’s new Huanggang Port seemingly quiet ahead of expected holiday rushHong Kong’s newly revamped Huanggang Port is expected to handle more than 100,000 passenger trips a day over the three-day Chung Yeung Festival holiday, but its departure hall remained quiet on Saturday morning. Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung said the port had operated smoothly since opening on Monday, handling about 80,000 passenger trips a day, with the figure exceeding 92,000 on Friday. That represented a 1.5-fold to almost twofold increase from the 30,000 to 40,000 trips...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1h agoExercise freedom on social media with respect , courtesy - Agongmalaysiakini.com · Malaysia
BUSINESS1h agoIMF says Japan to fall to sixth in world GDP rankings behind India , Britainfreemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
BUSINESS1h agoVietnam prime minister targets 2027 GDP growth of at least 10 % freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
BUSINESS1h agoChina luxury demand recovery may remain elusive , forcing global brands to rethink growth : Bernstein reportA report indicates that the recovery of luxury demand in China may remain challenging, compelling global brands to re-evaluate their growth strategies. This highlights a significant economic trend affecting international commerce.aninews.in · India
DISASTER1h agoAsean climate monitor issues highest alert level over toxic hazeSouth China Morning Post
POLITICS2h agoAsean’s Myanmar peace push needs Japan’s ‘silent diplomacy’Japan has long established itself as a pioneer of mediation in Southeast Asia. In 1990, for example, its officials helped broker talks between Cambodia’s warring factions, supplementing international efforts to end conflict in the country. Now, Tokyo is seeking to upgrade its diplomatic toolkit. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ International Peace Mediation Unit was set up in March, followed by the launch of the Parliamentary Association for Peace Mediation in May. Around the same time, the...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECH2h agoFrom fruit to bricks: Hong Kong engineers explore how to build houses on MarsEngineers in Hong Kong are developing 3D-printable building materials that could one day be used to construct houses on Mars. Inspired by freeze-dried fruit, the team is combining sand, gelatine and genetically engineered yeast to create a concrete-like material under simulated Martian conditions.EuroNews [en]
WORLD3h agoThe butterfly effect: one man’s mission to help nature and communities coexistHong Kong’s next phase of development should make room for both butterflies and buildings, conservationist Dr Yau Wing-kwong has said, arguing that biodiversity can be incorporated into parks, schools and neighbourhoods without holding back the city’s growth. Yau, founder of Environmental Association Limited, has spent nearly three decades promoting community-based conservation. He is a finalist for the Spirit of Community Award in this year’s Spirit of Hong Kong Awards, co-organised by Sino...South China Morning Post
DISASTER3h agoChinese kindergarten owner given life sentence over lead paint poisoning scandalSouth China Morning Post
BUSINESS3h agoHong Kong touts distinct features to set it apart from London in global gold hub pushDistinctive features will set Hong Kong apart from London, a major bullion hub, as the city accelerates efforts to develop an international gold and precious metals trading ecosystem covering the entire value chain, a minister has told the South China Morning Post. In an exclusive interview on Thursday, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui Ching-yu said the city would officially launch a central gold clearing platform in the first quarter of next year. It would...South China Morning Post
WORLD3h agoShunned in the West, Ye hands Indonesia a rare mega-tour coupTaylor Swift and Lady Gaga each chose Singapore as their only Southeast Asian stop on recent world tours. Fellow American singer Olivia Rodrigo played Thailand and the Philippines, but likewise skipped Indonesia. Next weekend, however, Jakarta is finally getting the big international headline act it has been craving – in the form of Ye. The controversial American rapper, formerly known as Kanye West, is set to play Indonesia’s capital next Saturday, marking the only Southeast Asian appearance on...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS4h agoS . Korea , US hold first 2+2 meeting of finance , monetarySouth Korea and the US held their first 2+2 meeting focusing on finance and monetary issues, marking a significant step in their economic diplomacy. This highlights cooperation on financial stability and policy between the two nations.koreaherald.com · South Korea
WORLD4h agoGolfing in PyongyangThis article explores the topic of golfing in Pyongyang. It likely offers a rare glimpse into leisure activities or unique aspects of life in the North Korean capital.koreaherald.com · South Korea
SCI & TECH5h agoA companion between appointments: Hong Kong student’s AI tool for cancer patientsFor cancer patients in Hong Kong, emotional distress can persist beyond the clinic, with a large combined analysis of multiple studies linking depression and anxiety to lower chances of survival. Claudia Chan Shu-ying, a medical student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), is developing CancerCompanion, a digital companion designed to offer emotional support between appointments, including late at night when professional help may not be immediately available. The system uses AI-powered...South China Morning Post
WORLD5h agoChinese man celebrates wedding to one woman, baby with ex-lover at same venue on same dayA man in southwestern China has sparked widespread criticism after holding a wedding with one woman and a celebration for his baby with another at the same venue on the same day. According to The Beijing News, Wu Linfeng, from Liupanshui, Guizhou province, held a wedding ceremony with Kong Sihan on the first floor of a restaurant while hosting a 100-day celebration for his son with his former girlfriend, Lin Si, on the second floor. One poster at the venue showed Wu and Kong in wedding attire...South China Morning Post
WORLD5h agoAir rage incidents in Japan surge, led by late check-in ‘flashpoint’Airline employees in Japan are experiencing a surge in abuse incidents from customers linked to delays or cancellations of flights or from being refused boarding due to late check-in, according to a survey. Some 30 per cent of ground staff or cabin crew reported bearing the brunt of passengers’ anger over such matters in the past year, according to the survey by the Japan Federation of Aviation Industry Unions released last month, rising from 7 per cent in its previous survey in 2023. In...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS5h agoForeign banks trim China branch networks as low returns test strategyAlmost two decades after gaining permission to conduct yuan business for local clients, foreign-funded banks are still refining their strategy in China, where the financial sector is dominated by state-owned lenders. While Citi exited its China retail banking business, other foreign banks have continued to close branches and sub-branches, focusing instead on digitalisation, wealth management and core clients to strengthen their foothold in the market. Deutsche Bank (China) announced the closure...South China Morning Post
POLITICS5h agoPhilippines’ ‘China-free’ manufacturing strategy is a high-risk betSouth China Morning Post
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