Malaysian Muslim comedian faces backlash for ham joke, sparking free speech debate
Harith Iskander’s joke about ham sap kopi – a coffee drink – offended some Muslims, leading to police reports and calls for ...
How ‘ironclad’ is US commitment to Philippines? Analysts say it all depends on Trump
Observers welcome Rubio’s statements that they say indicate continuity in US policy and ‘more robust support’ for Manila in ...
Jimmy Lai admits underestimating US lobbying efforts to penalise Hong Kong officials
Former media boss initially told court he felt the US human rights bill targeting Hong Kong was ‘more academic than substance ...
South Korea’s prosecution asked to charge Yoon Suk-yeol over martial law order
The development comes after the country’s anti-corruption agency failed to grill Yoon Suk-yeol over his failed martial law ...
Rubio backs Manila, condemns Beijing’s ‘dangerous’ actions in South China Sea
The US secretary of state opens his term by reaffirming Washington’s commitment to the Philippines and other regional allies.
Chinese developer Shimao’s lender seeks private credit deal on US$1.3 billion loan
That is still far short of the loan principal, and the sales pace underscores Shimao’s challenges in trying to raise cash ...
Hong Kong’s cultural heritage celebrated in over 1,000 vintage items at collector’s home
From dolls, ceramics and vintage textiles to posters, books and souvenirs, Tarlan Amigh is on a mission to tell the real ...
How the 12 Chinese zodiac animals were chosen and put in order, and why there’s no cat
According to legend, the Jade Emperor held a race to determine how to name each year, which brought out the best, and worst, in the animals.
US lawmakers bring back bill to revoke China’s trade status
Legislation targets permanent normal trade relations designation, which was conferred in 2000 ahead of China’s joining the WTO.
Tech to help Hong Kong ‘save every penny’ on building Northern Metropolis Highway
Proposed 23km highway is expected to connect Tin Shui Wai, San Tin, Kwu Tung and New Territories North New Town.
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to give out 1 month’s pay for staff bonuses
Cathay Pacific Airways will dish out at least a month’s worth of pay to staff for this year’s bonuses on the back of the Hong ...
Hong Kong tourist killed by train in Japan while taking photos on tracks
A Hong Kong tourist has been killed in Japan after being hit by a train while reportedly taking photographs standing on the line. The woman was standing on railway tracks to take photos of the sea ...