4 h. ago China unveils planetary exploration roadmap targeting habitability and extraterrestrial life

China unveils planetary exploration roadmap targeting habitability and extraterrestrial life  SpaceNews

Events

7 h. ago The Chinese government is cracking down on predatory law enforcement

The Chinese government is cracking down on predatory law enforcement  The Economist

Politics

9 h. ago Man slashed during attempted robbery in popular Hong Kong tourist area

Two men attempted to steal the victim’s luggage, which reportedly contained a large sum of foreign currency, in Tsim Sha Tsui.

Events

9 h. ago Fifteenth Beijing International Film Festival set for a grand opening

Fifteenth Beijing International Film Festival set for a grand opening  CGTN

Culture

9 h. ago 2025 Beijing International Youth Innovation and Development Forum ready to kick off

2025 Beijing International Youth Innovation and Development Forum ready to kick off  China Daily

Politics

10 h. ago Beijing Capital International Airport Co Reports 2024 Growth Amid Financial Challenges

Beijing Capital International Airport Co Reports 2024 Growth Amid Financial Challenges  TipRanks

Society

10 h. ago Pakistan’s Parsi community shrinks as youth make ‘difficult decision’ to migrate

Many young and skilled Pakistanis want to leave a country wracked with political uncertainty, security challenges and a struggling economy.

Politics

12 h. ago Indonesian fishermen sue US food giant Bumble Bee Seafoods in landmark forced labour case

The human trafficking case highlights the exploitation within the seafood industry, emphasising the need for corporate accountability and systemic reform.

Politics

13 h. ago PhD student fined for splashing semen leaves Hong Kong, skips review for tougher penalty

Lai Changwei, 26, fails to appear at court hearing in which Department of Justice seeks review of sentence it considers inadequate.

Politics

13 h. ago PhD student fined for splashing semen leaves Hong Kong, skips penalty review

Lai Changwei, 26, fails to appear at court hearing in which Department of Justice seeks review of sentence it considers inadequate.

Politics

17 h. ago Malaysians question flag on school uniforms rule – pupils ‘do not care’

The education ministry says the rule is in line with the goal of schools to ‘foster the spirit of patriotism among the younger generation’.

Politics

19 h. ago Indonesia military law protests signal deep fears of democratic erosion under Prabowo

The amended bill brought back bad memories of Suharto-era militarism, when lines between civilian and military spheres were blurred, critics said.

Events

22 h. ago China big eater internet star Li Hangze admits to 35 million fans she is a man in disguise

Li says female persona is intended to fulfil roles of both mother and father for teenage son after divorce.

Politics

23 h. ago Trump’s Japan trade threats, false claims spark disbelief: ‘want confusion, chaos to stop’

Analysts fear this disinformation will strain the US-Japan alliance, risking economic uncertainty, especially in the auto sector.

Events

23 h. ago China, Europe ‘share same worry’ about unilateralism, can work together: ESM director

In China as part of a finance-focused delegation, director of European Stability Mechanism says the two regions are aligned in bid to stabilise international finance.

Politics

25 h. ago China hails US YouTube star who racks up 10 million views in Beijing, Shanghai streams

The influencer is seen praising the people who greeted him enthusiastically, clean streets and ‘ridiculously fast internet speeds’.

Politics

25 h. ago China hails US YouTube star IShowSpeed who gets 10 million views in Beijing, Shanghai streams

Influencer is seen praising the people who greeted him enthusiastically, clean streets and internet connectivity on the subway.

Politics

32 h. ago China Market Update: Vice Premier Promotes Internet Companies

China Market Update: Vice Premier Promotes Internet Companies  Forbes

Politics

33 h. ago Beijing+30 Political Declaration Recommits to Gender Equality

Beijing+30 Political Declaration Recommits to Gender Equality  IISD's SDG Knowledge Hub

Politics

34 h. ago Hong Kong police hunt for helper who allegedly ‘assaulted’ cancer patient, 81

Security footage circulating online also shows helper using a yoga rope to tie hands of her struggling bedridden victim.

Events