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Trump threatens more hits, Khamenei dead and Israel mounts new attacks
The head of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and a top security adviser to Khamenei have also been killed, Iranian state media says.
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Trump urges Iranians to overthrow government after US-Israel strikes
1 Mar 2026 - 3:32AM
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US seeks delay on tariff refund court hearing, faces above 2,000 lawsuits
28 Feb 2026 - 2:24PM
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China
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Hong Kong pianist brings music – and a message of openness – to Washington
Fresh from his Cliburn win, Sham says music can bridge divides as he tours the US amid geopolitical tensions and decoupling debate.
28 Feb 2026 - 7:19AM
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Hong Kong pianist Aristo Sham during his recital at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington. Photo: Handout
Global Economy
After Trump’s tariff setback, will US firms rush to stockpile Chinese goods?
Front-loading expected but not at levels seen ahead of last year’s sweeping “Liberation Day” duties, analysts say.
27 Feb 2026 - 9:00PM
China Economy
‘Stability risk’: US faces rising concern as global debt soars to record high
Global debt accumulation ‘accelerated sharply’ in 2025, driven by surging investment in the US, China and Europe, report finds.
27 Feb 2026 - 8:00PM
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Politics
Melania Trump to lead UN Security Council session, White House says
First lady will make history by chairing meeting titled ‘Children, Technology and Education in Conflict’ in New York on Monday.
27 Feb 2026 - 7:49AM
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President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive for the premiere of her movie Melania on January 29, 2026, in Washington. Photo: AP Photo
Military
Ex-US Air Force fighter pilot accused of secretly training Chinese military
Gerald Eddie Brown Jr allegedly provided ‘defence services’ after 24-year Air Force career training US pilots on advanced combat aircraft.
27 Feb 2026 - 6:19AM
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Diplomacy
China, Russia should join US in new nuclear arms control deal: Rubio
Secretary of State says US and China now have ‘strategic stability’ in their long-fractious relationship as crucial Trump-Xi summit nears.
27 Feb 2026 - 8:00AM
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United States & Canada
Judge refuses to halt Trump’s US$400 million White House ballroom
The National Trust for Historic Preservation charity sued after Trump had the East Wing torn down in October to build the ballroom.
27 Feb 2026 - 12:47PM
United States & Canada
New York police arrest man after officers pelted in massive snowball fight
A 27-year-old influencer known as ‘Diaper Man’ faces charges as his lawyer calls his arrest ‘politicised’.
27 Feb 2026 - 1:11PM
People throw snowballs at a New York Police Department car in Central Park on Monday. Photo: Maira Ahmad via Reuters
United States & Canada
Hillary Clinton grilled on Epstein, demands Trump testify
Former secretary of state denies Epstein ties in an hours-long deposition, as her husband Bill Clinton is set to face questioning.
27 Feb 2026 - 10:29AM
China
Xi-Trump talk plans rattled by chaotic US team: ‘the worst I’ve ever seen’
Analysts warn thin US coordination and rushed timelines risk weak deliverables and surprises ahead of high-stakes Beijing meeting.
27 Feb 2026 - 1:57AM
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Diplomacy
US to keep China tariffs steady ahead of key Trump-Xi meeting: Greer
Trade envoy confirms levies on Chinese goods to remain within range of 35 per cent to 50 per cent depending on the product as tensions ease.
26 Feb 2026 - 7:18AM
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Economy, Trade & Business
Immigration slows, but America’s appetite for ethnic groceries keeps growing
Weee, now topping $1 billion in annualized revenue, says demand for Asian and Latino foods is spreading well beyond immigrant communities.
26 Feb 2026 - 6:52AM
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Larry Liu, founder and chief executive of online grocery platform Weee, says demand for Asian and Latino food in the US now extends well beyond immigrant communities. Photo: Handout
Global Economy
Trump’s USMCA exit threat seen pushing Canada into China’s arms
Analysts expect Ottawa to diversify trade as future of North American trade pact remains uncertain, while a US departure would ‘hit Canada like an earthquake’.
25 Feb 2026 - 8:25PM
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Diplomacy
Trump touts US ‘golden age’, avoids direct mention of China before Beijing trip
In nearly two-hour State of the Union speech, American leader focuses on economic strength and global leadership ahead of midterm elections.
25 Feb 2026 - 5:33PM
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US Elections
For lame duck Biden, an anticlimactic exit from the world stage
Outgoing US president, who will give way to Donald Trump in two months, has little to no clout at upcoming global summits.
15 Nov 2024 - 12:29AM
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US President Joe Biden will leave office on January 20. Photo: AP
Politics
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In China, fear of regime change has shaped US policy. Here’s why
For Beijing, regime security is everything and concerns about ‘hostile Western forces’ will continue, no matter who ends up in the White House.
6 Nov 2024 - 6:42AM
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World
Rise of Asian-American voters in US elections — a visual explainer
Asian-Americans have emerged as a significant voter demographic in the United States. Recent polling sheds light on which candidate they may prefer in 2024.
3 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM
China
‘Feeling attacked’ by Texas law threat, Chinese-Americans turn to activism
Legislation to bar Chinese citizens from buying property in the state ultimately failed, but many became politically engaged because of it.
18 Oct 2024 - 5:36AM
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OPINION
Kong Qingjiang
Opinion
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Why China steers clear of the West’s transactional diplomacy
1 Mar 2026 - 5:30AM
Marco Vicenzino
Opinion
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US-Israeli strike on Iran signals new phase of global escalation
28 Feb 2026 - 9:20PM
Alex Lo
As I see it
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Taipei must break free of its abusive relationship with Washington
28 Feb 2026 - 5:30AM
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David Dodwell
Outside In
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Everyone agrees that AI is big. No one agrees on what comes next
27 Feb 2026 - 7:43PM
Chow Chung-yan
Opinion
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Europe is ready for strategic autonomy, but at what cost?
27 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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Steven Okun
Opinion
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US’ 250th anniversary should be about ideals, not aggressive fundraising
27 Feb 2026 - 8:23AM
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