2 h. ago Beijing pushes healthy Chinese food recipes as waistlines expand

Beijing pushes healthy Chinese food recipes as waistlines expand  Radio Free Asia

Society

7 h. ago Philippines’ Duterte attends ICC hearing for crimes against humanity via video link

The 79-year-old was tired after flying to the Netherlands from the Philippines and was permitted to attend the session via video link.

Events

7 h. ago South China Morning Post wins 12 prizes at Hong Kong News Awards

Editor-in-chief Tammy Tam praises ‘outstanding’ work, as Post picks up awards across categories from writing and reporting to photography and design.

Events

8 h. ago Indonesia eyes strategic Middle East pivot to diversify from China and US

With a focus on trade, infrastructure and defence, Indonesia aims to leverage the region’s substantial wealth and cultural ties.

Politics

8 h. ago What Trump really wants is to be rid of a ‘loser war’ in Ukraine

Trump wants to revive US manufacturing, boost defence and see off the China threat. The last thing he wants is to inherit a ‘loser war’.

Politics

11 h. ago ‘Shameful’ Japanese tourists detained in China over Great Wall incident sparks outrage at home

Two Japanese tourists were detained in China after one exposed himself on the Great Wall, causing outrage in Japan and raising concerns about declining Japanese morals.

Society

11 h. ago ‘Shameful’ Japanese tourists detained in China over Great Wall prank, incident sparks outrage at home

Two Japanese tourists were detained in China after one exposed himself on the Great Wall, causing outrage in Japan and raising concerns about declining Japanese morals.

Society

11 h. ago ‘Shameful’ Japanese tourists detained in China over Great Wall prank

Two Japanese tourists were detained in China after one exposed himself on the Great Wall, causing outrage in Japan and raising concerns about declining Japanese morals.

Politics

12 h. ago British couple attacked in Thailand found guilty of injuring neighbours: ‘horrible ordeal’

The Byrnes, from Middlesbrough, were handed a suspended jail term and fine despite being beaten up in property dispute.

Events

13 h. ago Trump’s remarks on North Korea could spark Seoul’s nuclear rethink

The comments have sparked fears the US might favour talks on nuclear arms reduction with North Korea instead of full denuclearisation.

Politics

13 h. ago Hong Kong health chief confirms patients may pay separate fees for scans like MRI

Health minister Lo Chung-mau says separate fees will be part of ‘significant’ reforms to healthcare subsidy model.

Science

13 h. ago Hong Kong health chief confirms patients may pay separate fees for scans like MRIs

Health minister Lo Chung-mau says hospitalised patients and those visiting emergency rooms would be excluded from proposed move.

Science

13 h. ago Japan’s Tokyo to ‘revitalise’ nightlife with US$3.8 million jolt to lure visitors after dark

Initiatives include pop-up information offices, projection mapping displays, and subsidies for businesses, all designed to showcase Tokyo’s vibrant after-hours scene.

Economics

14 h. ago Philippines set for ‘more robust’ Balikatan joint drills, but no mention of Typhon

Similar to Balikatan 2024, this year’s drills will feature sinking exercises 12 nautical miles outside the Philippines’ territorial waters.

Politics

16 h. ago South Korea says Air Busan fire possibly caused by spare power bank

According to the interim probe into the January incident, the blaze may have started because insulation inside the battery had broken down.

Events

17 h. ago Indonesia’s energy transition in doubt as US pulls out of US$20 billion coal phase

Despite Jakarta’s ambitious net-zero goals, analysts say the country has limited political will to fulfil its climate commitments on its own.

Economics

17 h. ago Malaysian reporter acclaimed for migrant syndicate stories denies bribe

Malaysiakini’s Nantha Kumar claims he was acting as an undercover informant for immigration authorities.

Events

18 h. ago AIA posts record 2024 earnings as new business in Hong Kong, Southeast Asia surges

Hong Kong new sales rose 23 per cent to a record US$1.8 billion in 2024 as mainland Chinese bought more policies on their visits.

Politics

18 h. ago Hong Kong sets up task force after gastroenteritis outbreak on mainland study trips

Education chief Christine Choi urges schools to prioritise pupils’ safety, take preventive measures and stay informed about global epidemiology.

Politics

18 h. ago Hong Kong task force to look into gastroenteritis cases on mainland study trips

Education chief Christine Choi urges schools to prioritise pupils’ safety, take preventive measures and stay informed about global epidemiology.

Politics