For fairer trade, expand supply-chain finance in emerging markets

Multilateral lenders must coordinate with governments and local financial institutions to include the world’s most underserved regions.

‘We can’t risk it’: Malaysian doctors denounce alleged plan to cut rest hours

A purported leak from the health ministry saying anaesthesiologists may no longer be eligible for time off after long shifts has sparked outcry.

Seoul free food centre founder fights eviction from upscale area: ‘I’m not going anywhere’

Choi Il-do denied claims the venue led to crime and drop in property prices, saying the city needs to look out for its elderly.

French Nobel-winning laser scientist Gérard Mourou joins China’s top university

The renowned physicist is expected to play a crucial role in setting up a cutting-edge international research institute in Beijing.

Superstar Jay Chou lookalike draws big crowds to China eatery for tasty treats and selfies

Doppelganger avoids wearing make-up or undergoing cosmetic procedures to resemble Chou more closely, a practice others have embraced.

Harris leans on A-list, Trump on world’s richest man in US election homestretch

Celebrity endorsements can amplify messages but may have mixed effects on voter turnout.

Singapore weighs preserving 38 Oxley Road despite Lee Hsien Yang’s demolition bid

NHB says allowing Lee Hsien Yang’s demolition bid now would rule out a ‘proper and full consideration’ of the options for the house.

Singapore fully expands passport-less immigration clearance at Changi Airport

The new system has reduced clearance time by 60 per cent, allowing officers to focus on higher-value tasks.

Discovery of dinosaur fossils in Hong Kong challenges long-held geological beliefs: experts

Experts say they do not rule out finding more dinosaur fossils on Port Island or other nearby areas.

Wealthier Malaysians gripe as Anwar’s ‘pro-poor’ budget hits them in the pocket

Petrol subsidy cuts for richer drivers and tax hikes to fund wage increase for low earners draw ire.