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The Onion Revives Bid to Transform Alex Jones' Infowars into Parody Platform
Satirical outlet The Onion has launched a new attempt to acquire conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' Infowars and convert it into a parody news platform. The move revives an earlier bid by The Onion to take over the controve...
Malaysia Neighbours Stunned as 'Nice Uncle' Arrested for Shooting Three Dead
A 71-year-old Malaysian man in Taman Kota Jaya, Johor, was arrested for allegedly shooting three people dead, shocking residents who described him as a friendly neighbour who regularly shared fruits and vegetables from h...
Delhi High Court Judge Refuses to Recuse from Kejriwal Excise Policy Case
Justice Swarana K. Sharma of the Delhi High Court rejected a plea by Arvind Kejriwal seeking her recusal from the excise policy case. The judge stated that allowing a political leader to attack a judge without basis woul...
Pfizer and 21 Other Global Firms Join Hong Kong's Strategic Enterprise Scheme
Twenty-two companies, including pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, have signed agreements under Hong Kong's Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES) as its sixth cohort, bringing the total number of strategic partne...
Japan PM Takaichi Faces Growing Resistance from LDP Old Guard Including Aso
Despite a strong showing in February's general election, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reportedly clashing with senior figures within her own Liberal Democratic Party, particularly former premier Taro Aso. Ja...
China's Comac Reassesses C919 Supply Chain Risks Amid Delivery Delays
Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) is reviewing geopolitical vulnerabilities in its supply chain, particularly its reliance on foreign-sourced jet engines, as deliveries of the flagship C919 appear to be ru...
Hong Kong Positioned to Chart Independent AI Path Beyond US-China Rivalry
An analysis argues that Hong Kong is uniquely placed to advance artificial intelligence development outside the binary of US-China geopolitical competition, as the global AI order increasingly resembles a multipolar land...
Tim Cook to Step Down as Apple CEO, Hardware Chief John Ternus to Succeed Him
Apple CEO Tim Cook, who has led the company since 2011, will step down from the top role and transition to executive chairman. Hardware chief John Ternus has been named as his successor, marking a significant leadership ...
Iraq-Syria Border Crossing Reopens After More Than a Decade
The Rabia-Yarubiyah border crossing between Iraq and Syria has reopened for the first time since it was shut following the outbreak of the Syrian civil war in 2011. The reopening signals improving conditions along the bo...
Japan Lender Partners with Vietnam, South Korea Firms for Onshore Fish Farming
A Japanese financial institution has joined forces with players from Vietnam and South Korea to develop onshore fish farming operations. The collaboration signals growing cross-border investment interest in sustainable a...
Beijing Shifts Taiwan Strategy Toward Electoral Influence
China is reportedly pursuing a new approach to Taiwan policy focused on shaping electoral outcomes rather than direct confrontation. The strategy reflects Beijing's long-term effort to influence Taiwan's political landsc...
Japan's Leading Gummy Candy Brand Eyes Expansion into US and China Markets
Japan's top gummy candy maker is planning to expand sales into the United States and China. The move represents a push by Japanese confectionery brands to capture share in major overseas consumer markets....
Japanese Wholesalers Collaborate on Last-Mile Delivery as Logistics Costs Surge
Several Japanese wholesalers are joining forces to streamline last-mile delivery to retail stores in response to rising logistics costs. The partnership aims to improve efficiency and reduce operational expenses amid a c...
Japan Plans $6 Billion Investment in Plastics Recycling and Critical Minerals
Japan has announced plans to invest approximately $6 billion in recycling plastics and securing critical minerals. The initiative underscores Japan's commitment to resource efficiency and reducing dependence on raw mater...
Japan's Nojima to Acquire Hitachi Appliance Unit for Over $630 Million
Japanese electronics retailer Nojima has announced plans to purchase Hitachi's home appliance division for more than $630 million. The deal would significantly expand Nojima's footprint in the consumer electronics and ap...
Mitsubishi Brings Vietnam Coal Plant Online Using Asia-Exclusive Fuel Supply Chain
Mitsubishi has commissioned a coal-fired power plant in Vietnam, relying on a fuel supply chain sourced entirely within Asia. The project highlights continued investment in coal energy infrastructure across Southeast Asi...
Nissan Advances Development of EVs with Solid-State Battery Technology
Nissan has moved closer to equipping its electric vehicles with solid-state batteries, marking a significant step in next-generation EV technology. Solid-state batteries are expected to offer improved range, safety, and ...
Nine-Year-Old Chinese Boy Caring for Elderly Grandfather Draws 46 Million Views
A story about a nine-year-old boy nicknamed Zichen in rural Henan province, who smuggles meat from his school canteen to feed his 73-year-old grandfather out of fear the old man might otherwise die, has gone viral with 4...
Hong Kong Investigates Third Measles Case Linked to Airport Maintenance Crew
Hong Kong's Centre for Health Protection is investigating a third measles case among aircraft maintenance workers at the airport, confirming epidemiological links to two earlier infections at the same company. The latest...
US Officials Hold Rare Talks with Cuba in Havana, Push for Reforms
American officials traveled to Havana for direct talks with Cuban counterparts, pressing for political and economic reforms. The meeting is seen as a sign that diplomatic progress remains possible despite President Trump...