3 hours ago World’s oldest man dies at 112. John Tinniswood’s life spanned the Titanic and both World Wars

The British centenarian, born in 1912, attributed his longevity to “pure luck” and moderation.

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3 hours ago World’s oldest man dies at 112. John Tinniswood’s lived through both World Wars

The British centenarian, born the same year the Titanic sank in 1912, attributed his longevity to “pure luck” and moderation.

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5 hours 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

6 hours ago Russia may deploy missiles in Asia if US continues to anger China with its weapon systems

The remarks from Sergei Ryabkov, a deputy foreign minister, hints at a potential for Russia to enter the fray in a region fraught with US-China tensions.

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6 hours ago Russia may place missiles in Asia if US continues to provoke China: minister

Russia may place missiles in Asia if US continues to provoke China: minister  South China Morning Post

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6 hours ago Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific accused of mishandling cancelled flight in Bangkok

Post learns more than 200 passengers confined to plane for five hours, before being shuttled to hotel with their passports taken away.

Politics

6 hours ago Angry passengers slam Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific after Bangkok flight debacle

Post learns more than 200 passengers confined to plane for five hours, before being shuttled to hotel with their passports taken away.

Politics

7 hours ago Philippines to host advanced US missile unit as China slams move to ‘heighten tensions’

The Philippine Army has confirmed the deployment, saying the plan is at its early planning stage.

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8 hours ago Singapore businessman Ng Yu Zhi faces trial over US$1.1 billion nickel scam

The ex-accountant, who spent millions on funding an extravagant lifestyle, is accused of raising money for trades that did not exist.

Economics