86 m. ago HKMA to help banks assess firms for trade financing by using cargo data

HKMA launches CargoX, leveraging cargo data to enhance trade financing for SMEs amid global tariff concerns.

Economics

1 hour ago Malaysia man sells US$4,100 car, shocked when woman offers sex to cover US$1,600 shortfall

Thousands of people engage with story about racy deal to buy second-hand BMW, as woman who made offer says husband agrees with move.

Events

4 h. ago Maldives aligns with Malaysia in call for ‘legitimate’ Palestinian state amid Gaza tensions

The Maldives reiterated call for a Palestinian state comes two weeks after the island nation implemented an entry ban on Israeli passport holders.

Events

5 h. ago Hong Kong authorities to audit the MTR Corp after 2 engineering train glitches

Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has ‘grave concern’ over malfunctions that caused disruptions twice in three months.

Politics

5 h. ago Hong Kong authorities to audit MTR Corp after 2 engineering train glitches

Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has ‘grave concern’ over malfunctions that caused disruptions twice in three months.

Politics

7 h. ago Vietnam’s To Lam makes ‘fast and furious’ move to cut bureaucracy in quest for lean ‘new era’

Communist Party Chief To Lam is reshaping bureaucracy by merging provinces, boosting efficiency and extending influence, sparking both optimism and concern.

Politics

10 h. ago Malaysian drinks names explained: from Michael Jackson to ‘tiger bites lion’

Get the inside scoop on Malaysia’s surprisingly evocative drinks terminology, from a chocolatey dinosaur to a coffee concoction with a kick.

Politics

10 h. ago Malaysia temple unveils first ‘AI Mazu’ for devotees to interact with, address concerns

Temple claims world first as on-screen digital deity that looks like a chubby version of a famous Chinese actress dishes out advice.

Politics

24 h. ago Hutchison ports deal: China regulator warns parties not to circumvent probe

State Administration for Market Regulation says it is ‘highly concerned about the relevant transaction’ following reports deal is to be split up.

Events

31 h. ago AI errors over Malaysia’s Jalur Gemilang flag spark national pride and controversy

Recent inaccuracies in the national flag’s depiction have upset the public, where even small errors are seen as national insults.

Politics

31 h. ago Beijing state asset manager unveils 2025 cultural, sports program

Beijing state asset manager unveils 2025 cultural, sports program  China.org

Politics

57 h. ago Hong Kong urged to tighten regulation of counsellors following misconduct case

Experts call on authorities to set up statutory registration system and grant legal exemption to professional organisations to publicly address wrongdoings.

Politics

57 h. ago Why does China’s ‘queen’ entrepreneur Dong Mingzhu shun jobseekers educated overseas?

Chinese businesswoman divides opinion by saying her company won’t hire overseas-educated executives due to security concerns.

Politics

62 h. ago China showcases its neighbourhood diplomacy across Southeast Asia

President Xi Jinping’s recent trip to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia highlighted China’s commitment to fostering regional harmony.

Politics

68 h. ago Hong Kong eyes turning Hung Hom waterfront into yacht bay for rich tourists

Development Bureau unveils preliminary development proposal for HK$10 billion to HK$20 billion project around Hong Kong Coliseum.

Politics

2 d. ago South Korea, US aim for ‘July package’ to resolve tariff disputes

Seoul has offered to partner with Washington in shipbuilding and energy, and says it aims to address their bilateral trade imbalance.

Politics

3 d. ago Trump's promise to roll back tariffs on China reveals his real concerns

Trump's promise to roll back tariffs on China reveals his real concerns  MSNBC News

Politics

3 d. ago Malaysia vows to buy more US goods in break from united Asean front on Trump’s tariffs

Malaysia is looking for ways to reduce its US$25 billion trade surplus with the US in a bid to ease the pain of a proposed 24 per cent levy.

Politics

3 d. ago At G20 in Washington, top Chinese officials slam trade war as talks remain elusive

Central bank governor and finance minister address G20 ministers, and Trump continues to claim meetings with China are taking place.

Politics

3 d. ago Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium publishes seating chart, but is it enough to address concerns?

Selling tickets with obstructed views ‘is good for neither the performers nor the audience. The most important thing is the protection of consumers’, lawmaker says.

Politics