EU has wish list for Trump, but support for his tough China agenda will be expected
In Brussels, there is an expectation that the US election result could usher in a shifting balance of power in Europe.
Iranian student in underwear protest put in ‘specialised care centre’
Authorities say she suffers from ‘psychological fragility’; activists say other women opposing the system have been sent to such facilities.
Senior Hong Kong police officer suspended from duty after alleged indecent assault
Senior superintendent, 49, arrested on Tuesday and later released on bail.
World waits to see how triumphant Trump reshapes US approach to trade, China and security
The Republican promised his supporters a ‘golden age for America’ after securing a mandate to overturn the post-1945 Washington consensus.
Stocks, bitcoin soar after Trump’s victory, while inflation worries rise; Dow surges 1,200
However, concerns about inflation and higher interest rates emerged, leading to a decline in Treasury bond prices and European stock markets.
Jollibee parent fully acquires Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Tim Ho Wan dim sum chain
Jollibee Food Corporation has bought remaining 8 per cent stake in the company for S$20.2 million.
Man accused of spiking woman’s drink at Hong Kong bar fired by 2 Singapore-based firms
Woman takes to social media to accuse man of spiking her drink, saying she was only saved by timely intervention of waitress.
275 people arrested in Hong Kong over faking traffic accidents, papers to claim handouts
Staged accidents include bus crash arranged by crime syndicate to collect money from government fund for victims.
MTR Lab backs AI start-up Ensonic in first mainland Chinese investment
Ensonic produces AI-based acoustic detection systems used for equipment quality control and maintenance.
‘Disaster’: Trump’s political comeback stirs fresh anxiety in Europe, Ukraine
Reactions to election outcome range from ‘new beginning’ to despair as leaders consider how to deal with Trump’s return.