39 foreigners escape Myanmar online scam centre, cross into Thailand amid trafficking concerns
The foreigners include citizens of Sri Lanka, Nepal, Malaysia, and Russia. The incident highlights the growing problem of online scams in the region.
Never underestimate the Chinese people, ex-Singapore prime minister Lee Hsien Loong says
Lee said it was ‘unwise’ to write the country off, citing its ability to plan for the long term during a visit to the eastern city of Suzhou.
Hong Kong to boost financial reforms to aid Chinese firms, Paul Chan says
Amid geopolitical tensions, city can help mainland firms that are struggling to raise funds abroad, financial secretary says.
Chinese ‘diamond bachelor’ cons 3 women, uses ill-gotten funds to lavish gifts on real lover
Man claims victims were eager to date him and willing to send him money.
Huawei aims for 100,000 apps on home-grown HarmonyOS Next as it gears up for Mate 70 launch
HarmonyOS Next, currently under a public beta period, had over 15,000 native apps and services as of October 22.
As Israel’s war with Lebanon intensifies, US-brokered ceasefire talks hang by a thread
While both sides may be looking for a diplomatic off-ramp, serious sticking points remain, analysts say.
British national captured by Russia in Kursk region while fighting for Ukraine: report
If confirmed, it could be one of the first publicly known case of a Western national captured on Russian soil while fighting for Ukraine.
‘Incredible’ New Zealand community unites to save 30 stranded pilot whales on Ruakaka Beach
This event highlights the ongoing challenge of whale strandings in the region.
Hong Kong may use drones to enforce worksite safety from next year amid fatalities
Labour authorities ‘looking into’ drone fleet for inspecting worksites, after 11 industrial accident deaths in first half of the year.
Support or regulate? Beijing seeks delicate balance towards its platform economy
People’s Daily commentary and pledge from Premier Li Qiang offer support for platform economy, coincides with algorithm regulation.