6 h. ago South China Sea: Vietnam protests against Sandy Cay moves, raising flashpoint fears

Vietnam has urged China and the Philippines to ‘refrain from actions’ and respect its sovereignty over the archipelago.

Events

7 h. ago From Imus to pope? Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle’s hometown reflects on his journey

Luis Antonio Tagle began his career in Imus, where residents have fond memories of the cardinal with a 3 to 1 shot at becoming the next pope.

Politics

11 h. ago Philippine warship sinks prematurely, scuppering its use for Balikatan target practice

The 80-year-old BRP Miguel Malvar was supposed to be a target ship in the US-Philippines Balikatan drills – until it started taking on water.

Events

14 h. ago US House passes China bills on issues from economic espionage to human rights

Representatives also move to strengthen US ties with Taiwan and approve legislation to sanction officials involved in Falun Gong abuses.

Economics

24 h. ago Philippines confronts Chinese ship’s ‘unlawful activities’ amid South China Sea tensions

Manila deployed a coastguard vessel and aircraft to challenge a Chinese research ship conducting illegal activities in its waters last week, the Philippines coastguard said.

Events

33 h. ago Philippines faces educational crisis with 18 million graduates functionally illiterate

One in five high-school graduates cannot comprehend or understand a simple story, survey shows.

Events

40 h. ago May the 4th be with you: church in Germany stages cosplay ‘Star Wars’ service

Wielding a lightsaber and dressed like a Jedi, pastor marked unofficial ‘Star Wars Day’ of May 4 with a galactic-themed service in Bensburg.

Events

43 h. ago Top Beijing strategist vows to defend Pakistan from military threats after Pahalgam terrorist incident

Top Beijing strategist vows to defend Pakistan from military threats after Pahalgam terrorist incident  Tibetan Review

Events

53 h. ago Philippine bishops defend Cardinal Tagle over pastoral sexual abuse concerns

Ahead of a papal conclave, a watchdog group has warned that front runners Tagle and Parolin cannot be relied on to protect children.

Events

56 h. ago Which Hong Kong districts have the most quick chargers for electric vehicles?

Uneven distribution of chargers with output power of between 20 and 99 kilowatts raises concerns about whether supply sufficient to support development goals.

Politics

3 d. 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

3 d. ago Hong Kong doctor says clinic in hot water owes him up to HK$800,000 in wages

Alliance Medical Group’s financial woes ongoing for months, doctor adds as chain’s closure concerns swirl.

Science

3 d. ago Hong Kong watchdog says 458 complaints filed against clinic amid closure concerns

Claims involving Alliance Medical Group reach about HK$2.7 million, with a doctor saying firm owes him up to HK$800,000 in wages.

Politics

3 d. ago US Army helicopter disrupts flights at Washington airport, sparking safety concerns

Since the deadly crash between a commercial plane and army chopper in January, helicopters have been restricted from flying the same route.

Transport

3 d. ago Beijing explores options to address U.S. concerns over fentanyl trade By Investing.com

Beijing explores options to address U.S. concerns over fentanyl trade By Investing.com  Investing.com Canada

Politics

3 d. ago Beijing explores options to address U.S. concerns over fentanyl trade

Beijing explores options to address U.S. concerns over fentanyl trade  Investing.com

Politics

4 d. ago Indonesian students in US fear immigration crackdown over political views

Concerns have heightened after an Indonesian student had his US visa revoked and was allegedly detained over his political activism.

Politics

4 d. ago Nvidia raises concerns about Huawei’s growing AI chip capabilities with US lawmakers

US export restrictions on Nvidia’s chips to China could make Huawei’s chips more competitive, CEO Jensen Huang says.

Politics

4 d. ago 2 priests ‘elected’ as Catholic bishops in China after death of Pope Francis

2 priests ‘elected’ as Catholic bishops in China after death of Pope Francis  Catholic News Agency

Events

5 d. ago Beijing Takes Advantage of the Vacant Holy See to Appoint Bishops

Beijing Takes Advantage of the Vacant Holy See to Appoint Bishops  FSSPX News

Politics