4 h. ago Ukraine’s Zelensky says Chinese citizens working at drone production site in Russia

Ukraine’s leader suggested that Moscow may have stolen drone technology from China, appearing to soften his tone towards Beijing.

Events

8 h. ago Hong Kong forests can store over 7 million tonnes of carbon, study finds

Conservancy Association releases findings of three-year study on carbon storage capacity of more than 100 tree species native to Hong Kong.

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10 h. ago Vatican recounts Pope’s last words: ‘thank you for bringing me back to St Peter’s square’

The Vatican said among Pope Francis’ final words were thanking his nurse for enabling his Easter appearance in St Peter’s Square.

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12 h. ago Indian hospital probed after man mistakenly operated on while waiting on son’s surgery

The elderly man unknowingly raised his hand when staff called out for a patient with a similar name and was taken into the operating theatre.

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13 h. ago Hong Kong to standardise A&E walkout refunds at 88% amid healthcare reforms

From next year, patients who leave emergency rooms before receiving treatment will be offered the new rate instead of a full refund.

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14 h. ago Thailand park ranger sacked after ‘ni hao’ tourist clash video: ‘we’re Thai, not Chinese’

The viral video has stirred debate on whether he was right to be offended or overreacted to the Mandarin greeting.

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15 h. ago China Releases Video of Encounter With US Aircraft Carrier Fighter Jet

China Releases Video of Encounter With US Aircraft Carrier Fighter Jet  Newsweek

Transport

15 h. ago Philippine elections: will overseas Filipinos sway the vote?

Observers say mistrust of a newly introduced online voting system needs to be addressed to increase voter turnout among OFWs.

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19 h. ago Police start using video at 4 Hong Kong junctions to penalise errant drivers

‘We will focus on driving behaviours that can cause traffic accidents and serious road blockage, such as stopping their vehicles in restricted areas,’ force says.

Events

19 h. ago Malaysian teen has seizure after vaping, reignites debate on device ban

Only two states have imposed a blanket ban on e-cigarettes and vapes so far, as the health ministry flip-flops on a decision.

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20 h. ago Hongkongers with spinal cord injuries may regain mobility with help of new lab

New laboratory at Polytechnic University to start clinical trials for advanced therapy products after facility is fully licensed.

Events

25 h. ago As Vice President Vance Visits India, New Delhi Appears More Interested in Tightening Ties With Washington Than With Beijing

As Vice President Vance Visits India, New Delhi Appears More Interested in Tightening Ties With Washington Than With Beijing  The New York Sun

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33 h. ago US or China? 2 Philippine provinces show the local face of a global power struggle

US military hosts Cagayan and Palawan hold opposing views of Beijing because of their economic engagements with China, according to a study.

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38 h. ago Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88, on Easter Monday

Elected in 2013, his papacy was marked by reform efforts and internal division within the Catholic Church.

Events

38 h. ago Will Philippines’ second BrahMos missile system deter Beijing in the South China Sea?

The additional delivery may be more symbolic than strategic in repelling Chinese intentions on disputed area, analysts say.

Events

39 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

54 h. ago Trump aid cuts strain response to health crises worldwide: WHO

Since taking office, President Trump has frozen foreign aid funding, moved to dismantle USAID, and announced plans to leave the WHO.

Politics

61 h. ago Large crowds bask in blistering conditions across Hong Kong’s beaches

Observatory says warm weather is set to continue for the next few days before becoming unsettled in the latter part of the week.

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61 h. ago Crowds bask in sunshine as temperatures exceed 33 degrees in Hong Kong

Observatory says warm weather set to continue for next few days before becoming unsettled in latter part of week.

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62 h. ago Video: How China and the E.U. Are Reacting to Trump’s Tariffs

Video: How China and the E.U. Are Reacting to Trump’s Tariffs  The New York Times

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