China’s travel industry faces reality check of ‘worst ever’ season
Stark contract between an optimistic picture painted by China’s travel data and consumers who are reluctant to spend amid broader economic anxieties.
Hong Kong to welcome 10 more strategic firms, with focus on AI, big data: Paul Chan
Finance minister says latest batch of firms attracted under government initiative are from mainland China, US and Europe.
Tunisia votes with opposition behind bars, Saied set for re-election
Though the birthplace of the Arab Spring, the election is seen as a closing chapter in the Tunisia’s experiment with democracy.
Hong Kong cyclist, 68, rushed to hospital after crashing following suspected heart attack
Man lost control of his bicycle while riding with a friend and sustained injuries to his face, hands and feet, police said.
Wall Street Journal: Chinese hackers breach US court wiretap system
Verizon Communications, AT&T and Lumen Technologies are among the telecoms companies whose networks were breached by the intrusion.
Japan ‘Lucky Queen’ wins prizes 500 times in a year worth US$70,000 reveals success secrets
Housewife appears on Japanese television show says diligence being key factor.
Why are some Hong Kong subdivided housing tenants turning down temporary flats?
Society for Community Organisation, subdivided housing tenants urge authorities to offer alternative flats that fit needs of relocated residents.
Hong Kong developer Lai Sun’s Yuen Long project a sell-out as buyers regain confidence
Buyers flock to Lai Sun’s The Parkland in Yuen Long, snapping up nearly all units amid rate cuts and stock market gains, boosting market confidence.
Indian villagers kill last wolf from man-eating pack
The wolves sparked hysteria in Uttar Pradesh state, where the animals were said to have attacked more than 40 people.
Marcos allies gain early lead in Philippine Senate race amid voting machine controversy
The 2025 race is set to be fiercely contested, with Marcos’ slate of candidates including his sister Imee, who is running as an independent.