1 hour ago China tells France ‘all stakeholders’ should play role in Ukraine peace deal

China’s foreign minister pledges to work with France against ‘unipolar hegemony’ as Trump-Putin talks leave Europe out in the cold.

Politics

2 h. ago Most memecoins will end up ‘worthless’, Ark Investment CEO Cathie Wood says

Wood pointed out that some of these digital tokens will ‘withstand the judgment of time’, and Donald Trump’s memecoin may be one of them.

Economics

4 h. ago Tesla attacks spike in US as Musk’s White House role fuels backlash

President Donald Trump has suggested that acts of vandalism against the company are ‘domestic terrorism’.

Events

8 h. ago Trump’s cuts to Voice of America may be welcomed by China’s government

Trump’s cuts to Voice of America may be welcomed by China’s government  The Associated Press

Politics

13 h. ago US judge bars Musk, Doge from further efforts to shut down USAID

Judge ordered Musk and Doge to restore access to USAID’s computer systems for agency’s employees, including thousands placed on leave.

Events

14 h. ago Chief Justice rejects Trump’s call to impeach judge who ruled against deportation plan

Supreme Court leader’s rebuke reveals how controversy over flights of Venezuelan immigrants have spiralled into a constitutional clash.

Politics

14 h. ago US Chief Justice Roberts rebukes Trump over call for judge’s impeachment

Roberts defends judiciary’s independence against Trump attacks, emphasises impeachment is not for judicial disagreements.

Politics

16 h. ago Trump, Putin agree on ‘energy and infrastructure’ ceasefire for Ukraine war

Leaders agree on starting point for ‘permanent peace’ in armed conflict, and improved US-Russia ties in 2.5 hour call.

Politics

16 h. ago Trump, Putin agree on partial Ukraine ceasefire. Kyiv wants details

Kyiv says Putin ‘effectively’ rejected a complete ceasefire by launching drone attacks just hours after Trump and the Russian president held a two-hour phone call.

Politics

16 h. ago Trump pulls the plug on Voice of America — but Russia and China keep their government

Trump pulls the plug on Voice of America — but Russia and China keep their government-funded broadcasters on air  Business Insider

Politics

19 h. ago Commerce chief seeks industry help to prevent China from getting US chips

Commerce chief seeks industry help to prevent China from getting US chips  Reuters.com

Politics

20 h. ago The US must work with China on ‘deliverables’ if it wants Xi

Observers predict the two sides must make progress on touchy issues such as trade and fentanyl before China will agree to leaders’ meeting.

Politics

20 h. ago Why the US must work with China on ‘deliverables’ if it wants Xi

Why the US must work with China on ‘deliverables’ if it wants Xi-Trump summit  South China Morning Post

Politics

20 h. ago Trump says Xi will visit US, Taiwan holds combat drills: SCMP daily highlights

From Trump’s remarks on Xi to calls for wider social safety net in China, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.

Politics

21 h. ago Beijing Responds to Trump's Media Cuts, Calling U.S. Outlets "Notorious" for Coverage on China

Beijing Responds to Trump's Media Cuts, Calling U.S. Outlets "Notorious" for Coverage on China  TV360

Politics

22 h. ago China praises Trump’s plan to axe funding for ‘notorious’ U.S. media outlets like Voice of America ‘lie factory’

China praises Trump’s plan to axe funding for ‘notorious’ U.S. media outlets like Voice of America ‘lie factory’  Fortune

Politics

22 h. ago India’s Modi signals thaw in China ties, reaffirms ‘strong bond’ with Trump

During a podcast, Modi acknowledged border disputes with China, but noted improved ties after meeting President Xi Jinping. He also praised Trump’s “America First” initiative.

Politics

22 h. ago India’s Modi indicates thaw in China ties, reaffirms ‘strong bond’ with Trump

India’s Modi indicates thaw in China ties, reaffirms ‘strong bond’ with Trump  This Week In Asia

Politics

24 h. ago Trump’s plan to take control of the Panama Canal meets resistance. Investors are spooked

Trump’s plan to take control of the Panama Canal meets resistance. Investors are spooked  CNN

Politics

26 h. ago John Lee urges Kai Tak Sports Park to boost crisis response ahead of Hong Kong Sevens

Chief Executive John Lee says some arrangements at the newly opened venue have caused ‘issues’.

Events