Chinese hackers targeted phones used by Trump and Vance, US report says

The perpetrators tapped into Verizon’s network in their bid to access devices used by the Republican nominee and his running mate.

Concern over Elon Musk’s alleged secret Putin talks as billionaire goes all-in for Trump

The head of Nasa says that claims Musk had contact with the Russian leader ‘should be investigated’, and ‘would be concerning’ if true.

Northern Ireland jails man who abused up to 3,500 girls online and drove one to suicide

One of his catfishing attacks, which occurred on social media platforms, led to the suicide of a 12-year-old US girl.

Hong Kong police arrest passenger over theft of HK$4,300 on board flight from Malaysia

Passenger from mainland China detained after two other travellers said cash taken from their luggage mid-flight.

How China and the United States have parted ways in AI power race

China’s hi-tech corridor is designed to send computer signals across the country, while America has gone in a different direction.

Manager of Hong Kong trade office in London returns to court over spying charges

Defence counsel for Bill Yuen and co-accused ask judge for more time to deal with thousands of messages presented as evidence.

Sexual abuse allegations of ‘humiliating’ practices rock Spain’s ruling Sumar coalition

Leftist alliance Sumar, which champions feminism, has already faced a sharp decline in support in regional and European elections.

Israeli forces kill 38 people in Khan Younis, storm north Gaza hospital

The escalation came amid new US push for a ceasefire deal, with negotiators meeting in Doha in the coming days to try and restart talks.

China approves 128 titles in October, including hit Korean game Goddess of Victory: Nikke

Goddess of Victory: Nikke and Supercell’s Squad Busters, both distributed in China by Tencent, were approved by the gaming regulator.

China counts on sales season to coax cautious consumers into spending spree

Singles’ Day – China’s largest retail event – began early this year, prompting record courier activity as consumers pounce on deals.