2 h. ago Britain blinked against a bullying Trumpian America. Others must not

The EU, Japan, China and other powers need to draw a line. To concede is to legitimise a coercive trading model where strength trumps fairness.

Politics

2 h. ago Britain has capitulated to Trump’s coercive trade. Others must resist

The EU, Japan, China and other powers need to draw a line. To concede is to legitimise a coercive trading model where strength trumps fairness.

Politics

4 h. ago UK’s foreign investment lags behind France for fifth year; Goldman Sachs upgrades UK and eurozone growth forecasts – business live

UK’s foreign investment lags behind France for fifth year; Goldman Sachs upgrades UK and eurozone growth forecasts – business live  The Guardian

Economics

5 h. ago Japan lags behind on children’s mental health as suicides rise, Unicef finds

Japan ranks top for physical health, but youth mental well-being remains a concern, with suicide rates among the highest in wealthy nations.

Events

6 h. ago Malaysia vows to protect elephants after calf’s death sparks outcry over lapsed promises

Eight elephants have been killed in traffic collisions in Peninsular Malaysia over the past five years, three of them in this year alone.

Events

6 h. ago Japan’s Nissan to axe 20,000 jobs, shut factories after huge loss

The carmaker’s biggest loss in a quarter of a century has prompted drastic action, including the closure of seven plants.

Politics

7 h. ago Hongkong Post keeping US parcel service suspension in place despite tariff deal

Government-owned postal service provider says it will not collect any tariffs on behalf of the US.

Economics

9 h. ago Japan’s appetite for rice set to keep prices high as farm politics persist

Rice prices continue to surge in Japan due to a combination of factors, ranging from inbound tourism and hoarding to poor distribution.

Politics

11 h. ago Wave of knife attacks in Japan sparks fears of copycat cases

More youths are feeling isolated in Japan, and some among them will not hesitate to carry out acts of extreme violence, analysts say.

Events

16 h. ago Nodule found in Joe Biden’s prostate during routine medical exam

Questions about the ex-US president’s age and health had been cited by Democratic leaders who pressed him to drop his 2024 re-election bid.

Politics

19 h. ago Canadian International School of Hong Kong Students Shine in Global Competition

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Five students from Canadian International School of Hong Kong (CDNIS), claimed top honours at the 2025 Conrad Challenge Innovation Summit held at NASA’s Space Center in Houston, Texas. Competing as Team Kinection, the Grade 9 and 10 students qualified for the global finals by winning the gold medal at the Conrad Challenge China in the Health & Nutrition category. At the Houston Summit, they showcased their innovative telehealth solution, the Kinector, and were named the Power Pitch Winner in the same category. Their victory is a significant achievement not only for the team but also for CDNIS, which was the only school from Hong Kong to reach the global finals in Houston after competing against more than 140 teams at the Shanghai event. Revolutionizing Rehabilitation: The Kinector Solution  The team’s award-winning innovation, Kinector, is a smart wearable device designed to transform physiotherapy and rehab...

Society

24 h. ago India seeks deeper defence ties with Japan amid push for strategic self

Japan can play a critical role in helping India respond to security threats, as New Delhi looks to broaden weapons procurement, analysts note.

Politics

25 h. ago Hong Kong to boost dental care for underprivileged groups with new initiative

Community programme, in collaboration with non-governmental organisations, will provide nearly 40,000 quotas of dental services per year.

Politics

25 h. ago JD.com’s Sales Rise 16% After China Stimulus Draws Shoppers Out

JD.com’s Sales Rise 16% After China Stimulus Draws Shoppers Out  Yahoo Finance

Economics

29 h. ago China's Xi slams 'bullying' as Beijing hosts Latin American leaders

China's Xi slams 'bullying' as Beijing hosts Latin American leaders  The Japan Times

Politics

31 h. ago Why it is critical for students and entrepreneurs to develop a positive, resilient mindset

Hong Kong’s Saint Too Bloom Academy says academic excellence and well-being are key to children’s long-term success and happiness.

Politics

32 h. ago Japanese women in South Korean prostitution ring blamed for shaming homeland

Instead of outrage at the traffickers, online anger in Japan has focused on the women involved for damaging national pride.

Politics

33 h. ago Japan watches South Korea’s presidential polls for signs of warmer ties

Democratic front runner Lee Jae-myung has hinted at closer trade links, but Tokyo remembers past anti-Japan stances.

Politics

45 h. ago The Rise of the Chinese Navy: How Beijing Built the World's Largest Fleet

The Rise of the Chinese Navy: How Beijing Built the World's Largest Fleet  MSN

Politics

46 h. ago Rise of China's lethal 'Vigorous Dragon' warplane: How Pakistan used Beijing

Rise of China's lethal 'Vigorous Dragon' warplane: How Pakistan used Beijing-made J-10 'to take out India's Fr  Daily Mail

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