US polls suggest Harris and Trump poised for a photo finish as America votes

With early voting exceeding 2020 levels, both candidates are pushing for a final surge in support to win key swing states and secure victory.

24 dead in India after bus skids into deep gorge

The nation has some of the world’s highest road death rates, with hundreds of thousands of people killed and injured every year.

Are mainland China and Hong Kong really the weakest links in Asian real estate?

Despite lagging investment, mainland Chinese and Hong Kong real estate markets still have unappreciated long-term growth opportunities.

China’s spy ministry vows foreign espionage crackdown after strategic metal smuggling case

Ministry of State Security report comes after attempt to smuggle gallium, an essential component in advanced military radar.

China’s population woes deepen as marriage registrations tumble

Marriage registrations in China could fall to as low as 6.01 million this year, prompting cash incentives from some local governments.

Hong Kong lawmaker proposes displaying baby photos in government offices to boost childbirths

Bill Tang says authorities should create a conducive environment to encourage people to have children, starting with government workers.

American music titan Quincy Jones dead at 91

Jones’ career spanned decades, leaving an indelible mark on American music and entertainment.

Hong Kong authorities ‘strongly condemn’ knife attack attempt on judge

Three police officers suffer minor injuries while trying to stop suspect.

US$10 million Fashion Valet fail prompts Anwar to probe Malaysia sovereign fund selections

The loss of Khazanah’s investment in an online fashion retailer has sparked outrage among a public still sensitive after the 1MDB scandal.

Australia scraps multibillion dollar military satellite project

The project for a single orbit satellite with Lockheed Martin had been cancelled, the Australian Department of Defence said on Monday.