67 minutes ago Indonesia arrests Filipino fugitive accused of running US$67 million investment scam

Hector Aldwin Pantollana, a known casino junket operator, was apprehended at the airport using biometric data and will be deported back to the Philippines.

Economics

2 hours ago Chinese leader Xi Jinping meets former Singapore prime minister Lee Hsien Loong

The former prime minister is making his first trip to China since stepping down as the city state’s leader.

Politics

5 hours ago Hong Kong businessman found guilty of rioting at Yuen Long MTR station in 2019

Tang Ka-man, 46, is the 10th person convicted of taking part in a riot with a white-clad mob that attacked protesters and commuters.

Politics

5 hours ago Singapore’s rural island Pulau Ubin grapples with uncertain future, dwindling residents

The enclave, a treasure trove of biodiversity offering hikes amid lush greenery, fights for its survival in the face of shrinking population.

Politics

8 hours ago Musk’s Neuralink to launch feasibility trial with brain implant, robotic arm

Neuralink is conducting its PRIME study, aimed at evaluating the safety of its wireless brain-computer interface and surgical robot.

Technology

25 hours ago 39 foreigners escape Myanmar online scam centre, cross into Thailand amid trafficking concerns

The foreigners include citizens of Sri Lanka, Nepal, Malaysia, and Russia. The incident highlights the growing problem of online scams in the region.

Politics

33 hours ago Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai failed to get Pence, Pompeo to subscribe to Apple Daily

Lai was told top US officials had security protocols preventing them from officially subscribing to app, and he confirms none ever did.

Politics

33 hours ago Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai failed to get Pence, Pompeo to subscribe to Apple Daily – as it happened

Lai was told top US officials had security protocols preventing them from officially subscribing to app, and he confirms none ever did.

Politics