6 h. ago Hong Kong restaurants expect only small ‘golden week’ gain despite tourist boom

Industry leaders forecast a 5 per cent increase in business at most as mainland tourists have tightened their purse strings.

Society

6 h. ago Chinese and Italian tourists killed in crash near Yellowstone National Park

Chinese and Italian tourists killed in crash near Yellowstone National Park  BBC

Events

8 h. ago Singapore election: ruling PAP set for solid wins scoring 80% in sample count at some wards

The opposition is seeking to expand its reach in parliament, while the ruling PAP is aiming for a stronger mandate under new leader Lawrence Wong.

Politics

8 h. ago Singapore election: ruling PAP blazing to landslide win as opposition vows regroup

This race is seen as a test for the leadership of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who has stressed to the electorate the need for a strong mandate.

Politics

8 h. ago Singapore election: ruling PAP wins 65.57% of vote, no breakthrough for opposition

This race is seen as a test for the leadership of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who has stressed to the electorate the need for a strong mandate.

Politics

8 h. ago Singapore election: PAP’s Lawrence Wong ‘humbled’ by 65.57% vote share win

This race is seen as a test for the leadership of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who has stressed to the electorate the need for a strong mandate.

Politics

8 h. ago As it happened: Singapore election – Lawrence Wong wins big with 65.57% vote, opposition vows regroup

This race has been seen as a test for the leadership of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who stressed to the electorate the need for a strong mandate.

Politics

10 h. ago 1 killed and 4 injured after tourist helicopter crashes in Chinese city of Suzhou

The accident happened at a newly opened scenic area, where some visitors have expressed concern about the heavy volume of sightseeing tours.

Events

10 h. ago Pakistan tests missile amid tension with India after Kashmir attack

The nuclear-armed nations have been ratcheting up pressure after India vowed to punish those responsible for April’s fatal terror attack; Pakistan denies involvement.

Events

15 h. ago National Palace Museum in Taiwan struggles with tourist numbers amid cross

Opposition lawmaker questions massive drop in visitors from mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau.

Politics

18 h. ago Pacific island nations see a US pullback – will China step up?

The Pacific Islands Forum wants answers from Washington over its unmet financial pledges to the region, including US$200 million in funding.

Politics

20 h. ago Chinese hilltop painted white to mimic Mount Fuji sparks online laughter

Tourist site’s management describes hill as ‘volcano’, complete with staged ‘eruptions’ that release artificial pink smoke on weekends.

Events

23 h. ago China claims an island in the South China Sea. Satellite images show Beijing's growing power

China claims an island in the South China Sea. Satellite images show Beijing's growing power-hungry struggle in the region.  Yahoo

Politics

27 h. ago Outside Influences: How Germany and China Are Trying to Impact the Conclave

Outside Influences: How Germany and China Are Trying to Impact the Conclave  National Catholic Register

Politics

42 h. ago Israeli military attacks target near Syria’s presidential palace

The strike came after days of clashes between pro-Syrian government gunmen and fighters who belong to the Druze minority.

Events

42 h. ago Why China’s ‘Never Kneel Down’ video fails to change US trade war narrative

China’s ‘Never Kneel Down’ video employs nationalistic rhetoric to resonate with a Chinese audience, but is unlikely to influence the global narrative on tariffs.

Events

50 h. ago A lesson from 1958 could help deter China from taking Taiwan

A lesson from 1958 could help deter China from taking Taiwan  Defense One

Politics

52 h. ago Trump National Security Adviser Mike Waltz to exit post after Signal chat scandal: reports

Departures of Mike Waltz and top aide versed in China policy would be first major shake-up in Donald Trump administration.

Politics

52 h. ago Trump National Security Adviser Mike Waltz to exit post after Signal chat scandal

Mike Waltz leaving job to become new US ambassador to the United Nations as top diplomat Marco Rubio takes over NSC role in interim.

Politics

62 h. ago US reaching out to China for tariff talks: Beijing state media | National | lebanondemocrat.com

US reaching out to China for tariff talks: Beijing state media | National | lebanondemocrat.com  Lebanon Democrat

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