72 m. ago Malaysia football urged to fix unpaid salaries’ crisis: ‘I am going home without any money’

The need for reforms arises amid growing grievances from players and coaches, with one footballer claiming he has not been paid for nine months.

Economics

1 hour ago China’s moon shot: 2030 crewed lunar mission tests on pace, space agency says

Rocket, crew carrier and lander pass key early hurdles with testing ‘progressing smoothly’, as US Artemis programme navigates delays.

Events

3 h. ago Elon Musk Warns Rare Earth Magnet Shortage May Delay Tesla’s Robots

Elon Musk Warns Rare Earth Magnet Shortage May Delay Tesla’s Robots  The New York Times

Events

5 h. ago Chinese navy introduces one of its biggest warships to the public for open day celebration

For the first time, the mainland public can have access to the PLA’s Type 075 amphibious assault ship Hainan for open day events.

Events

5 h. ago Chinese navy puts giant warship on show to the public for anniversary

For the first time, people on the mainland can take a close look at the PLA’s Type 075 amphibious assault ship Hainan.

Events

6 h. ago Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots hit by China's rare earth restrictions, says Musk

Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots hit by China's rare earth restrictions, says Musk  CNBC

Events

6 h. ago Car crashes into crowd outside primary school in Chinese city of Jinhua, residents say

Citizen journalists and people in the area report crash, but police and authorities are not confirming incident.

Events

8 h. ago Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot hit by China’s rare earth export controls

CEO Elon Musk said ‘China wants some assurances’ that the magnets Tesla is trying to buy will not be used for military purposes.

Events

9 h. ago Presence of Indonesian students in Israel stirs debate over Jakarta’s Palestine stance

While some students have hailed the benefits of studying in Israel, others warn the stint may affect the students’ mindset over Palestine.

Politics

9 h. ago After 3 months of Doge chaos in US, Elon Musk’s political rocket ship may be losing steam

With Tesla’s profit and Musk’s government overhaul savings target shrinking, the billionaire is reducing his role in Trump’s cabinet.

Events

10 h. ago ‘Disgrace’: Beijing’s top office overseeing Hong Kong slams US tariffs, sanctions

‘[All these actions] have also made the world more aware of [the US] despicable and shameless behaviour, and desperate hysteria,’ commentary says.

Politics

10 h. ago Singapore election: late surprise switch for ministers likely on Nomination Day

The May 3 election is seen as a test of public confidence in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s leadership.

Politics

10 h. ago Singapore election: PAP bets big with Deputy PM in Punggol GRC to face Harpreet Singh’s WP team

The May 3 election is seen as a test of public confidence in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s leadership.

Politics

11 h. ago Grant fraud and other academic offences threaten China’s innovation push, state media says

Communist Party mouthpiece says there must be greater penalties for violations that could ‘undermine the country’s strategic goals’.

Events

11 h. ago Trump news at a glance: president will be ‘very nice’ to China; Musk to step back from Doge

Trump news at a glance: president will be ‘very nice’ to China; Musk to step back from Doge  The Guardian

Politics

12 h. ago Dow Jones Futures Jump On Trump's China, Powell Comments; Elon Musk Bullish As Tesla Earnings Tumble

Dow Jones Futures Jump On Trump's China, Powell Comments; Elon Musk Bullish As Tesla Earnings Tumble  Investor's Business Daily

Politics

12 h. ago Church in Hong Kong expected to remain bridge between Vatican and Beijing

Vatican and Beijing will be moving towards a more harmonious and conciliatory relationship no matter who the next pope is, expert says.

Politics

12 h. ago Musk says Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots affected by China's export curbs on rare earths

Musk says Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots affected by China's export curbs on rare earths  Reuters

Technology

13 h. ago Elon Musk to cut back work with Trump and Doge after Tesla sales skid

The billionaire CEO’s political actions as a close adviser to the US president have damaged the brand and caused blowback.

Politics

21 h. ago Chinese freight ship traffic to busiest U.S. ports, Los Angeles, Long Beach, sees steep drop

Chinese freight ship traffic to busiest U.S. ports, Los Angeles, Long Beach, sees steep drop  CNBC

Politics