5 h. ago Trump’s Press Secretary’s Dress Stirs Up Social Media in China

Trump’s Press Secretary’s Dress Stirs Up Social Media in China  WWD

Politics

17 h. 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

18 h. 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

22 h. 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

24 h. ago Opinion | Donald Trump’s Tariffs Will Only Strengthen China’s Hand

Opinion | Donald Trump’s Tariffs Will Only Strengthen China’s Hand  The New York Times

Politics

25 h. 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

25 h. 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

27 h. 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

38 h. 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

45 h. 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

49 h. ago Majority of Filipinos back ICC trial for Duterte, citing need for accountability: survey

Support for Duterte’s drug war once exceeded 80 per cent, but a new poll indicates 62 per cent now want him to stand trial for it.

Politics

52 h. ago Are luxury handbags really made in China? Viral TikToks from Chinese factories spark debate—Here's the truth

Are luxury handbags really made in China? Viral TikToks from Chinese factories spark debate—Here's the truth  Hindustan Times

Politics

66 h. ago HK has the right to handle immigration cases, Beijing says following British lawmaker's denied entry

HK has the right to handle immigration cases, Beijing says following British lawmaker's denied entry  The Standard 英文虎報

Politics

67 h. ago Early holiday, more fans: Philippine schools implement measures to cope with extreme heat

Class times have also been shifted to avoid having children exposed to midday heat.

Politics

2 d. ago Malaysian series ‘Bidaah’ on Islamic cult tops 1 billion streams but stirs controversy

‘Bidaah’ echoes a real-life case in Malaysia of a shadowy cult hit by allegations of human trafficking and abuse.

Politics

3 d. ago US deports another 10 gang members to El Salvador, Marco Rubio says

US secretary of state hailed alliance between Trump and El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele a day before Bukele’s White House visit.

Events

3 d. ago US Pentagon chief says military ready to ensure Iran never gets a nuclear bomb

Pete Hegseth said Trump hoped to avoid military option ‘but if we have to, we will to prevent the nuclear bomb in Iran’s hands’.

Events

4 d. ago Turkey accuses Israel undermining Syria, stirring up ethnic, religious tensions

Turkey is a key backer of Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, whose Islamist group led the rebel coalition that ousted Bashar al-Assad in December.

Politics

4 d. ago Hong Kong district councillor struck by falling concrete in public housing estate

Ng Ching-ching suffers head injury while handling supplies with care team at Yiu Tung Estate, is sent conscious to hospital for treatment.

Politics

4 d. ago Hong Kong district councillor struck by falling concrete at public housing estate

Ng Ching-ching suffers head injury while handling supplies with care team at Yiu Tung Estate and is sent to hospital for treatment.

Politics