Australia Grants Asylum to Former Hong Kong Lawmaker Ted Hui
HONG KONG/BEIJING: Former Hong Kong legislator and pro-democracy activist Ted Hui has been granted asylum in Australia, he announced in a Facebook post, more than four years after…
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Unilever opens first all-category food production base in China
GUANGZHOU: Unilever, the London-based consumer goods giant, has officially launched its first all-category food production base in China, marking a major step in advancing smart manufacturing and supply…
Tun Mahathir Visits Nagasaki for 80th Anniversary of Atomic Bombing
KUALA LUMPUR: Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad visited Nagasaki earlier this month to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing. From Aug 8 to 11,…
Hong Kong Observatory to raise T1 typhoon signal at 10.20pm
The Hong Kong Observatory announced it will hoist the No. 1 typhoon warning signal at 10.20pm on Saturday, with the possibility of higher alerts on Sunday as the…
China’s booming bubble tea industry faces a key question: is it built to last, or just another passing craze?
What began as a fun, quirky drink has evolved into a multibillion-dollar industry. According to Fortune Business Insights, the global bubble tea market is projected to grow from…
Japan’s Emperor Voices ‘Deep Remorse’ on WWII Surrender’s 80th Anniversary
TOKYO: Tens of thousands gathered under sweltering summer heat on Friday (Aug 15) to pay their respects at Tokyo’s contentious Yasukuni Shrine, as Emperor Naruhito expressed “deep remorse”…
Chow Yun-fat enjoys quiet noodle outing in Hong Kong’s Shau Kei Wan
Hong Kong actor Chow Yun-fat, well-known for his down-to-earth lifestyle, is often spotted jogging, hiking, or dining alone — usually with fans stopping him for selfies, which he…
Hong Kong Q2 GDP grows 3.1% year/year
HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s economy grew 3.1 per cent in the second quarter compared with a year earlier, driven by robust export performance and stronger domestic demand, the…
Taiwan Lifts 2025 GDP Growth Forecast to 4.45% on Robust Tech Exports
TAIPEI: Taiwan’s economy is projected to grow faster in 2025 than earlier anticipated, driven by strong global demand for technology and artificial intelligence-related products, the statistics agency announced…
China’s July factory and retail growth hit multi-month lows, adding pressure to economy
BEIJING: China’s factory output growth in July fell to its weakest level in eight months, while retail sales slowed sharply, underscoring the mounting challenge for policymakers seeking to…