HSBC job losses to begin in weeks amid lender’s sweeping overhaul, high-level boss says
The head of HSBC Holdings’ new global wholesale banking unit said the lender aims to wrap up its restructuring ‘very quickly’.
2 teens arrested after Singaporean student stabbed to death in Brussels
The suspects also harassed the 25-year-old during an evening out in the Belgian capital.
Forum hears economists’ prescriptions for curing China’s property woes
Rising sales in big cities seen as a positive sign, but falling prices remain a concern.
‘Money justifies everything’: row as China actor pays fine so daughter can pick fruit
Top actor ignites social media parenting storm for ‘indulging’ child after park security guard invokes persimmon picking penalty.
Rule of law ‘indispensable’ for Hong Kong’s economic success: top judge
Chief Justice Andrew Cheung warns public trust in the administration of justice will be undermined if judicial independence is compromised.
Legal challenge against planned Hong Kong tech hub could be put on hold
Judicial review applicant says he has not received final decision from Legal Aid Department on whether cost of action will be covered.
Rioters who stormed US Capitol await Trump pardons
January 6 defendants are celebrating Trump’s victory and hope he makes good on his campaign trail promise to pardon them.
Jilted man stabs woman, her father to death in Malaysia’s Penang
The 32-year-old suspect suffered self-inflicted injuries and was sent to hospital for treatment.
Malaysians outraged after Israeli drone strike injures 6 soldiers in Lebanon
Some demanded the government withdraw the peacekeeping troops from Lebanon after a convoy came under attack in Saida.
Trump’s victory raises fears of Israel-Iran clash before he can ‘stop wars’
Analysts warn both sides are likely to ‘take even more risks’ in the dying days of the Biden administration.