18 m. ago Iranian nuclear enrichment ‘red line’ for US ahead of new talks, envoy says

Trump has voiced hope for reaching a deal with Tehran to avert an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear programme that could ignite a wider war.

Events

89 m. ago US and Chinese officials start Geneva talks on easing trade war

US and Chinese officials start Geneva talks on easing trade war  Reuters

Politics

2 h. ago Discovery of skeleton in flat reveals plight of Hong Kong’s ‘hidden elderly’

Experts warn that older residents who live alone and have no family care need more timely support.

Events

3 h. ago Fears among India’s farmers rise over US food imports crossing ‘red line’

India is concerned about its food security and the livelihoods of its farmers if more US food imports are allowed.

Society

3 h. ago Europe’s leaders call for Ukraine ceasefire in unprecedented Kyiv visit

The leaders of Britain, France, Germany and Poland met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss a 30-day ceasefire in the war.

Politics

5 h. ago China’s security system urged to handle duties with ‘passion’ as pressures mount

As external tensions weigh on China’s internal stability, security chiefs warn against ‘inadequacies’ in law enforcement and justice system.

Events

6 h. ago Kiss and tail: China’s hit spy drama gets pro tips from top security agency

Kiss and tail: China’s hit spy drama gets pro tips from top security agency  South China Morning Post

Events

6 h. ago China 'strongly' urges India, Pakistan to exercise calm, restraint

China 'strongly' urges India, Pakistan to exercise calm, restraint  The Economic Times

Politics

7 h. ago Donald Trump tariffs live updates: China and US meet in Geneva for key trade meeting

Donald Trump tariffs live updates: China and US meet in Geneva for key trade meeting  Times of India

Politics

8 h. ago China’s consumer prices fall in April, fuelling fears of deflation

The country’s consumer price index dropped by 0.1 per cent last month as trade war raises concerns over deflationary pressures.

Politics

11 h. ago Exclusive | China Sends Xi’s Security Czar to Trade Talks With U.S.

Exclusive | China Sends Xi’s Security Czar to Trade Talks With U.S.  WSJ

Events

11 h. ago China will have over 100 nuclear reactors. A PLA study warns some could be hit in wartime

Researchers, who say Ukraine war shatters notion of civilian nuclear plants being not subject to military strikes, are evaluating risks.

Events

11 h. ago China will have over 100 nuclear reactors which could be war targets: PLA study

China will have over 100 nuclear reactors which could be war targets: PLA study  South China Morning Post

Events

11 h. ago Hong Kong fans confuse Nicholas Tse’s lookalike for icon, but concert security remains vigilant

Actor Yifeng is known for his roles in comedy films, impersonation shows, where he often emulates Tse’s signature style.

Events

12 h. ago Water wars: as India weaponises rivers, Pakistan thirsts for security

India’s suspension of a decades-old water treaty has left Pakistan’s farmers facing ruin. Rivers are becoming battlegrounds elsewhere, too.

Events

14 h. ago Yalta 2.0? Why Trump, Xi and Putin didn’t meet to carve up the world

The US president’s tariff war and his Ukraine policy are advancing China’s and Russia’s visions of a multipolar international order.

Politics

16 h. ago Stock market treads water as Wall Street awaits key weekend meeting between U.S. and China

Stock market treads water as Wall Street awaits key weekend meeting between U.S. and China  CBS News

Politics

17 h. ago Trump admin must release Turkish Tufts student, US judge rules

Rumeysa Ozturk has been detained for over six weeks after co-writing an op-ed criticising her school’s response to the Israel-Gaza war.

Politics

18 h. ago Trump's Trade War With China Nears Shipping Deadline: Why May 27 Matters

Trump's Trade War With China Nears Shipping Deadline: Why May 27 Matters  Newsweek

Events

21 h. ago Putin leads Victory Day celebration in Moscow under tight security

Putin leads Victory Day celebration in Moscow under tight security  BBC

Politics