15 h. ago Fly By Jing CEO says Trump's China tariffs are 'disruptive' but her chili crisps can't be sourced from anywhere else

Fly By Jing CEO says Trump's China tariffs are 'disruptive' but her chili crisps can't be sourced from anywhere else  Business Insider

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36 h. ago Philippine man nailed to cross for 36th time to mark Good Friday

The man, 64, was nailed to a cross for his 36th time amid warnings of temperatures reaching dangerous levels.

Politics

44 h. ago Senior scientist Yi Shouliang leaves US Department of Energy for China

Yi leaves the University of Pittsburgh after less than 12 months for new academic role amid escalating China-US tensions.

Science

67 h. ago As Sara Duterte backs Imee Marcos, will it sway Philippine Senate elections?

A last-minute political gamble sees the president’s sister seeking to revive her campaign by tapping into the vice-president’s popularity.

Politics

3 d. ago Singapore election: why flight to safety over Trump tariffs may not weigh on voters

Domestic issues and more perspectives in parliament likely to be on voters’ minds for next month’s election, analysts say.

Politics

3 d. ago Buffy actress Michelle Trachtenberg died of complications from diabetes: medical examiner

The cause of death was determined through a review of lab test results, after her family objected to an autopsy.

Events

3 d. ago US sanctions China oil refiner, shipping companies for covert business with Iran

Move is second case of US sanctions on Chinese ‘teapot’ refinery in less than a month, and takes place amid Washington’s denuclearisation talks with Iran.

Politics

3 d. ago Footballer dead in China after fall from building, Gabon FA says

Statement by Chinese Super League team Zhejiang says Aaron Boupendza died at his residence, former clubs in US, France, Turkey send tributes.

Events

3 d. ago Former MLS player Aaron Boupendza dies after falling from 11th floor of building in China, soccer federation says

Former MLS player Aaron Boupendza dies after falling from 11th floor of building in China, soccer federation says  CBS News

Sport

3 d. ago Firm tied to Philippines brand Oishi pays US$16.5 million for 2 Hong Kong shops

Snack maker adds to property holdings in city as some analysts predict improvements in retail sales.

Economics

3 d. ago ‘Fly high, Riley’: Philippine eaglet dies 3 months after birth

Riley’s ‘unassisted natural hatching’ was hailed as a win for the Philippines’ efforts in protecting its natural heritage.

Events

3 d. ago Philippines warns US$5.6 billion US fighter jet deal at risk from Trump’s tariffs

The proposed tariffs’ impact on global supply chains is likely to raise the already hefty price tag on the jets, analysts say.

Events

3 d. ago South China Sea: can Malaysia as Asean chair deliver breakthrough in code of conduct talks?

Talks resumed in Manila earlier this month in search of a ‘substantive and effective’ framework to manage tensions in the disputed waterway.

Society

3 d. ago China, Philippines exchange accusations after tense Scarborough Shoal encounter

Chinese coastguard and its Philippine counterpart trade claims of dangerous behaviour south of the contested area.

Politics

3 d. ago China and Philippines trade accusations after tense Scarborough Shoal encounter

Chinese coastguards and their Philippine counterparts accuse each other of dangerous behaviour south of the contested area.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Unforgettable’: friends pay tribute to Hong Kong’s Leung Chai

UK boarding school Wycombe Abbey classmates remember fondly late elder daughter of ex-leader Leung Chun-ying, Chai-yan, who died suddenly last week.

Politics

4 d. ago 5 drones with ‘Chinese markings’ found in Philippine waters: navy official

The drones were used to collect data for various applications, including for ‘underwater warfare’, a Philippine navy spokesman said.

Politics

4 d. ago Philippines vows ‘Super Bowl’ of exercises in coming Balikatan military drills with US

The exercises will feature ‘an interesting mix of equipment’, including the China-opposed Typhon missile system.

Events

4 d. ago Manila says Google’s ‘West Philippine Sea’ label shows global support for its stance

A senator says the move by Google Maps proves the correctness of Manila’s policy to defend its sovereignty over the West Philippine Sea.

Politics

5 d. ago Questions remain 5 years after death in US of celebrated Chinese scientist Nongjian Tao

Amid China Initiative era and pressure on Chinese research community, police report concluded Tao died by suicide amid ‘work-related stress’.

Events