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Southeast Asia
Singapore’s Workers’ Party finishes probe into chief Pritam Singh’s conduct
The disciplinary panel will present its final report and recommendations to the Central Executive Committee later in April.
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Business
Taiwan’s chip windfall redraws wealth landscape as global banks carve out roles
From family offices to ETFs and cross-border deals, global lenders are targeting different layers of a chip-fuelled boom.
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Europe
London mayor’s bodyguards relieved of duties after bag of guns ‘misplaced’
A pregnant passer-by found the bag, containing guns, a taser and ammunition, on a road outside Sadiq Khan’s home.
41 minutes ago
Hong Kong
Seeking answers to a tragedy Hong Kong could have avoided
A multimedia guide to the Tai Po fire
1 hour ago
United States & Canada
‘Space plumber’ to the rescue as Artemis astronauts navigate life aboard Orion
It is the first time astronauts venturing into deep space have had a real toilet on board, allowing the crew some ‘alone’ moments.
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South Asia
Here comes the ‘Mounjaro bride’: Indian pre-wedding prep includes obesity drug
Many Indian marriages are arranged by families, often bringing expectations around physical appearance and financial status.
1 hour ago
Hong Kong
Feel good factor now driving fitness trends, with ‘looking good’ era fading away
Industry veteran Charlz Ng believes sense of community now most important to Gen Z when it comes to wellness.
2 hours ago
Big Tech
Competition or ‘co-opetition’: how is convergence shaping Sino-US AI race?
Speech by CEO of Chinese AI start-up at Nvidia event in US highlights symbiotic nature of tech relationship despite geopolitical tensions.
2 hours ago
Politics
South Korea and Indonesia’s fighter jet is ready. But will it sell?
Only a handful of nations have ever built a supersonic fighter jet from the ground up.
2 hours ago
South Asia
Pakistan offers free public transport for 30 days following 40% petrol hike
The announcement of free travel for residents of Islamabad and Punjab came after people protested the steep rise in fuel prices.
2 hours ago
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World Opinion
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Chinese overseas need not keep to ourselves. I certainly don’t
Half of my close friends in London are Chinese; the other half are not. This balance did not happen by accident.
2 hours ago
Politics
Softly, softly: why South Korea, France prefer diplomacy over force in Hormuz
Presidents Lee and Macron have agreed to cooperate on safety in the strait but they are likely to wade in only after the war, analysts say.
3 hours ago
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Asia
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Iran conflict shatters India’s centuries-old glass industry
Prospects dim for India’s glass hub as gas supplies hit by energy crisis triggered by US-Israeli war on Iran.
3 hours ago
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Trending in China
Chinese woman spits blood on train, receives US$58,000 in donations after viral video
23-year-old with rare condition moves many online with selfless clean-up actions; pledges to open care home for sick and their relatives.
3 hours ago
Health & Environment
Hong Kong airport opens sensory space for passengers with invisible disabilities
Room near Gate 10 in Terminal One designed for passengers with autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, claustrophobia and dementia.
3 hours ago
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Chinese culture
Reflections
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History of Chinese flatbreads reflects how food has echoes of faraway places
How ‘hubing’ came to China is reflected in Hong Kong’s Jenny Bakery cookies smelling like Malaysia’s Rotiboy coffee buns, Wee Kek Koon says.
4 hours ago
Hong Kong
Hong Kong ice hockey boss eyes next step as players take on region’s best
Sherman Chan hopes elevation to third tier of city’s Sports Institute marks start of journey towards professionalism.
4 hours ago
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Shenzhen mall toilet doors expose smokers
Special technology has been introduced in men’s toilets as shoppers ignore smoking bans.
4 hours ago
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Lifestyle & Culture
Cultural capitals: Southeast Asia seeks soft power to outlast the buzz
The region’s creators are going global, but the structures to sustain them are still catching up.
4 hours ago
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China Economy
Australia’s 180-degree shift from 5 years ago: China in favour; US out
Aussie comedian exposes the truth about nation’s feelings towards US president, democracy and public safety.
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Opinion
Editorial
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Moves to clean up Hong Kong building renovation sector can’t come too soon
Crackdowns by the ICAC and Competition Commission are a timely reminder of Hong Kong’s zero-tolerance approach to corruption.
5 hours ago
Health & Wellness
‘A shell of myself’: colon cancer survivor who became viral fitness influencer
Bill Maeda, 57, is an unconventional fitness influencer who doesn’t count reps and has some clients exercise for just 10 minutes a day.
5 hours ago
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Opinion
Editorial
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Hong Kong’s world-first Alzheimer’s blood test will strengthen city’s healthcare
This breakthrough in screening marks another step in Hong Kong’s broader moves to identify and tackle health problems early.
5 hours ago
Diplomacy
Cambodia’s high-stakes war on online scam compounds
Cambodia has vowed to stamp out the scam compounds on its soil by month’s end – but perpetrators remain drawn to the potential for huge profits.
6 hours ago
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Trends
Is your skin stressed? Experts explain how to fight inflammation and keep it calm
Unlock the science behind anti-stress products by the likes of Chanel, Laneige and SkinCeuticals, and help your skin stay calm and resilient.
6 hours ago
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World Opinion
As I see it
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The twilight of US hegemony and Israeli expansionism
The war in Iran is speeding the world towards a multipolar system.
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United States & Canada
US girl dies after being hit on head by metal water bottle, classmate arrested
Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, 12, was allegedly attacked at school while trying to protect her older sister from a group of bullies.
4 Apr 2026 - 5:19AM
Europe
Pope Leo carries cross for full Good Friday procession
‘I carry all of this suffering in my prayer,’ the pontiff said before he set out for the 14 stations of the Way of the Cross.
4 Apr 2026 - 4:50AM
Politics
Trump seeks US$1.5 trillion for defence in new budget request amid Iran war
If enacted, it would set military spending at its highest level in modern history, underscoring the US’ ongoing focus on defence investment.
4 Apr 2026 - 2:26AM
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US
What 2 downed jets mean for US vulnerability in the Iran war
US launches rescue mission after F-15E downing; one crew member found, another missing in first such combat loss since war began.
4 Apr 2026 - 1:47AM
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