4 h. ago Survey finds 45% of Japan’s workers are ‘quiet quitting’ in challenge to overwork culture

The poll found most who identified as quiet quitters were satisfied with doing just enough at work – and intend to continue.

Politics

19 h. ago Hong Kong to offer ‘tailored guidance’ for specialist tech firms seeking IPOs

The Technology Enterprises Channel aims to assist innovative firms raise funds, as outlined in Paul Chan’s budget speech in February.

Economics

20 h. ago Chinese father turns truck into ‘castle’ for daughter’s birthday surprise

He decorated the back of his vehicle with balloons and lights.

Politics

22 h. ago Driver arrested in eastern China after bus stop crowd hit during May Day holiday

No details of casualties or possible motive have been released after the crash which happened on Sunday afternoon.

Events

22 h. ago ‘Drunk driver’ killed 6 in May Day holiday bus stop car crash in China: report

State broadcaster quotes police as saying 29-year-old motorist was speeding and trying to overtake another vehicle.

Events

24 h. ago John Lee to lead Hong Kong, mainland delegation to Qatar, Kuwait on Saturday

City leader’s second visit to Middle East after 2023 trip to Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates to drive more business and people-to-people ties.

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25 h. ago South Korea’s presidential race in chaos amid conservative clash, liberal legal battles

Conservatives are fighting among themselves over which candidate to field, while the liberal front-runner faces legal challenges.

Events

26 h. ago How Images of the Dalai Lama’s Hands, Feet Landed a Tibetan Woman in China’s Dragnet

How Images of the Dalai Lama’s Hands, Feet Landed a Tibetan Woman in China’s Dragnet  WSJ

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26 h. ago How Images of the Dalai Lama Landed a Tibetan Woman in China’s Dragnet

How Images of the Dalai Lama Landed a Tibetan Woman in China’s Dragnet  WSJ

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28 h. ago Nvidia faces new US bill aimed at restricting China chip smuggling

Nvidia faces new US bill aimed at restricting China chip smuggling- Reuters  Investing.com

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29 h. ago Fear factor: more Japanese worry war ‘likely’ to break out in Asia, survey shows

Conflict in Ukraine and the growing assertiveness of China and North Korea are among the reasons for growing public anxiety, analysts say.

Events

32 h. ago US Defence Secretary Hegseth orders 20% cut in number of top officers in military

Cuts are aimed at promoting efficiency but critics worry they could result in a more politicised force.

Events

35 h. ago Before his death, Pope Francis donated Popemobile to serve as clinic for Gaza’s children

Vehicle will be fitted with medical equipment and a fridge for medicines and be assigned a driver and a team of doctors.

Events

39 h. ago Electric atmosphere as crowds gather for Hong Kong’s bun scrambling spectacle

Spectators arrive early to secure prime spots as 9 men and 3 women prepare for challenge to be crowned ‘bun king or queen’.

Politics

39 h. ago Can China’s security doctrine build trust with Asian neighbours and keep US out?

Analysts caution that there are still challenges to overcome in Beijing’s efforts to project itself as a benign partner in the region.

Events

42 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

44 h. ago China is shaping the future of shipping with a new army of ghost trucks

China is shaping the future of shipping with a new army of ghost trucks  Fast Company

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47 h. ago China Joy Air’s joyless pilots forced into gig economy amid high debt, labour disputes

Aviators have taken up work as food delivery drivers to make ends meet, as regional firm plunges into crisis amid intense competition.

Economics

64 h. ago ‘China speed’ accelerates drive towards next step in nuclear fusion

Work on a key experimental reactor is expected to be finished within two years, which could be a major advance in the race for clean energy.

Events

2 d. ago China and Japan’s Diaoyu Islands dispute flares up again over ‘intrusions’

Both sides lodged protests over an incident triggered by the presence of Chinese coastguards and a Japanese civilian plane in the area.

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