4 h. ago Philippines, US launch ‘full battle’ Balikatan drills, some near Taiwan

About 17,000 troops will take part in the joint exercises, which include a combined air and missile defence simulation for the first time.

Events

9 h. ago Legco patriots’ budget criticism a warning that must be heard

If even patriotic lawmakers are saying that the people see only a self-serving government, then Hong Kong’s leaders have a big problem.

Events

10 h. ago Pentagon chief ‘had another Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike’: reports

Pete Hegseth’s second group chat, dubbed ‘Defence Team Huddle’, included US defence secretary’s wife and brother, The New York Time reported.

Events

10 h. ago Pentagon chief had another Signal chat sharing details of Yemen strike: reports

Pete Hegseth’s second group chat, dubbed ‘Defence Team Huddle’, included US defence secretary’s wife and brother, The New York Times reported.

Events

12 h. ago French artist finds inspiration in Beijing's streets and the character kou

French artist finds inspiration in Beijing's streets and the character kou  China Daily

Politics

13 h. ago Israel cancels visas for French lawmakers before visit to include Palestinian territories

Sunday’s action came amid diplomatic tensions after President Emmanuel Macron said France would soon recognise a Palestinian state.

Politics

14 h. ago Israel opposition leader fears violence over move to sack Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar

‘If we don’t stop this, there will be a political murder here Jews will kill Jews,’ Yair Lapid said.

Politics

20 h. ago Israeli probe finds ‘professional failures’ in killing of 15 Palestinian medics

The military said the killing of 15 emergency responders in Gaza last month found violations of orders but no attempt to conceal the incident.

Events

20 h. ago Israeli military review into killing of Gaza aid workers finds ‘professional failures’

The military said the killing of 15 emergency responders in Gaza last month found violations of orders but no attempt to conceal the incident.

Events

20 h. ago 15 Gaza paramedics were shot and killed in ‘misunderstanding’, Israel finds

Israeli troops opened fire on a convoy of ambulances and a UN car because an officer felt they were a threat, the investigation found.

Politics

20 h. ago Vance meets Pope Francis amid row over Trump’s migrant plans

Vance’s motorcade was on Vatican territory for 17 minutes. The Vatican said there was an ‘exchange of opinions’ including current conflicts.

Politics

25 h. ago ‘Diplomatic domino effect’: will France’s push for Palestinian statehood isolate the US?

France’s president is seizing a global leadership vacuum left by Washington to champion a two-state solution. The effects could be profound.

Politics

26 h. ago How should Hongkongers react to being dragged into Trump’s tariff war?

US tariffs are bound to damage the city’s economy, including through potential job losses and further price rises.

Politics

29 h. ago French minister warns Trump: firing Powell risks destabilising US economy

The US president has clashed with the Federal Reserve chair over interest rates, threatening ‘termination couldn’t come quickly enough’.

Events

30 h. ago Hong Kong’s John Lee to visit Zhejiang’s powerhouse cities to strengthen ties

Chief executive’s delegation will visit Hangzhou and Ningbo to set up ‘specific cooperation mechanism’ with mainland Chinese province.

Politics

34 h. ago Will US tariffs sink Australia’s Aukus submarine delivery goals?

About one-third of the steel and aluminium used in US naval vessels, including the Aukus submarines, have been hit by Donald Trump’s tariffs.

Politics

37 h. ago Gaza war: Israel’s Netanyahu says military to increase pressure on Hamas

The militants have rejected a proposal for another temporary truce, seeking a deal to end a war in exchange for the release of all hostages.

Events

46 h. ago Cambodia’s renovated naval base welcomes 2 Japanese warships despite US concerns

The Japanese embassy in Phnom Penh said that the visit is ‘a historically significant event’ that would ‘enhance trust and confidence’.

Events

47 h. ago Nvidia boss Jensen Huang meets Shanghai mayor in wake of new US export controls on chips

The tech chief executive’s visit is seen by Chinese media as a sign the US company remains committed to the country.

Politics

60 h. ago US lawsuit challenges revocation of visas for international students

The suit represents over 100 students from China, India and elsewhere, after many lost their legal status in a Trump administration crackdown.

Society