China hails mineral finds amid push for security of supply chain, energy and nation

Ministry of Natural Resources lists haul of gold, copper, molybdenum, phosphorite and fluorite key to future of defence and geopolitics.

US sanctions 5 Singapore-based firms for ‘enabling’ Russia’s war in Ukraine

Four of the firms are linked to Novatek, Russia’s largest LNG producer, with one directed by Russian nationals.

Hong Kong youth take a stab at juggling part-time jobs under ‘slasher’ trend

A pool of younger workers seeking satisfaction doing multiple jobs is challenging employers to change.

Yemen’s Houthi rebels get ‘unprecedented’ military support from Iran and Hezbollah: UN

The Houthis have ‘exploited the regional situation and enhanced cooperation’ with Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah, UN experts say.

‘Amateurish’ thieves steal portraits from Warhol’s ‘Queens’ series from Dutch gallery

Robbers using explosives steal two Andy Warhol ‘Reigning Queens’ prints, abandon two more that won’t fit in getaway car, gallery owner says.

Ukraine’s Zelensky urges allies to take action on North Korea, supply long-range weapons

In a Telegram video, President Volodymyr Zelensky says ‘the first thousands of soldiers from North Korea are near the Ukrainian border’.

Hairy adventure: how pet-friendly is Hong Kong’s public transport?

For many owners, taking a ‘family member’ out for trips around the city can be a costly, logistical nightmare, which is why a new bus service comes as a welcome change.

Mainland China woman crashes Hong Kong wedding, poses as friend, enjoys banquet, posts videos online

Intruder in danger of prosecution under Hong Kong law for obtaining property, such as suckling pig, by deception.

US election 2024: the key players

In this three-part series on the 2024 US presidential election, the Post looks at the influences and policies of the two contenders, Vice-President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump, and the legacy of the departing president, Joe Biden.

Joe Biden leaves a mixed legacy on US-China affairs as he exits the world stage

Efforts at rebuilding global alliances have proved more successful than establishing an ‘end goal’ in Washington’s China strategy.