Analysis

Loke has a lot on his plate

DAP leaders need to convince their Chinese base that the party is still their champion and that it has their interests at heart.

China

What we know so far about surging respiratory illnesses in China

Cases of respiratory illnesses have been surging in northern China, particularly among children, sparking speculation online of a new pandemic threat four years after Covid-19 first emerged in the country.

Nation

Bersatu AGM delegates want Muhyiddin to stay on

SHAH ALAM: Bersatu delegates nationwide have passed a motion to reject Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's decision not to defend his president post in the next party polls.

AseanPlus News

UK National Gallery director says ‘innovative’ and ‘playful’ presentation style at Hong Kong’s Palace Museum something to take back to London

Gabriele Finaldi says National Gallery’s Asian tour with 52 masterpieces was expensive, but a good investmentHe says the tour raises gallery’s international profile, builds audiences and forges new connections

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China wielding ‘bargaining power’ with Russia over Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline

Construction of the Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline is likely to be slower than expected despite the ‘no limit’ strategic partnership between Beijing and MoscowRussian President Vladimir Putin has promised to export at least 98 billion cubic metres per year of gas from Russia to China

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Taiwan’s TPP candidate Ko Wen-je registers for presidential run, ending joint ticket hopes

Last-ditch talks between the Kuomintang and Taiwan’s People Party failed to resolve a disagreement about the method used to select the main candidateFailure to agree a joint ticket is likely to help DPP’s William Lai – something that would not go down well with Beijing, which sees him as a separatist

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Hong Kong police investigate crash involving minibus driver, 73, who died after vehicle slammed into wall

Police say driver of green-top minibus appeared to faint, slumping over wheel before vehicle collided with wall at junction in Tai PoHe was taken to Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital, but died soon after arriving

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Binance US guilty plea complicates Hong Kong affiliate’s crypto licence application

The crypto giant set up a separate crypto exchange in Hong Kong named HKVAEX to pursue a licence in the city, the Post reported last monthHong Kong’s regulator has ‘robust requirements’ for Virtual Asset Trading Platform applicants, as well as for their substantial shareholders

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Cathay Pacific for first time offers airfare discounts to Hong Kong voters in mainland China returning for district council poll

Cathay spokesman says aim is to ‘facilitate Hong Kong residents living on mainland’ returning and actively participating in December 10 pollCathay has not announced the offer on its website but sources say it has provided discount codes to some pro-Beijing associations

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China-Europe rail shipments, shunned amid Ukraine war, have triggered a train reaction

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has basically turned an international freight network into the ‘China-Russia Railway Express’For those looking to avoid Russia, the Middle Corridor’s Caspian Sea is calling – but will it be their salvation or more like a siren’s summon?

Family

Dynamic resource aims to help prevent online gender-based violence

Today (Nov 25) marks the start of the annual '16 days of activism to end gender-based violence' campaign. A dynamic resource developed by Kryss Network aims to contribute towards eliminating online gender-based violence.

Internet

‘Zoom fatigue’ is real, scientists say

A large proportion of business meetings now take place online, largely due to the rise in remote working. But some employees report feeling wiped out by these virtual meetings. Recent research suggests that this phenomenon may be far more marked than you might imagine.

Nation

PKR’s internal survey shows increase in PMX’s popularity since July, says Rafizi

PUTRAJAYA: Despite Merdeka Centre’s survey indicating declining popularity in the one-year administration of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, PKR’s internal polls have shown otherwise, said party Deputy President Rafizi Ramli.

Nation

Bersatu's prominence a testament to Muhyiddin's leadership, says party information chief

SHAH ALAM: Under Tan Sri Muhyiddin's leadership, Bersatu has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing Umno in parliamentary representation, says the party's Federal Territories information chief.

Football

Soccer-Arsenal's Arteta says honest opinions, emotions needed despite FA charge

(Reuters) - Honest opinions and authentic emotional reactions from coaches are good for the sport, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said on Friday after being charged by the English FA for his comments on refereeing.

World

Former police officer convicted in death of George Floyd is stabbed in prison -media

(Reuters) -Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted in the death of George Floyd, was stabbed in federal prison on Friday and seriously injured, the Associated Press said, citing a person familiar with the matter.

Nation

LHDN monitors social media influencers for tax evasion

SHAH ALAM: The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has identified social media influencers who flaunt their cash and wealth online and ensure they fulfil their tax obligations.

Music

Christmas comes early with Aespa's 'Jingle Bell Rock'

K-pop group Aespa is spreading the Christmas cheer early with its new song 'Jingle Bell Rock'.

AI

Bard and Claude strike back in the world of AI

Competition is fierce in the realm of artificial intelligence. While ChatGPT is currently the benchmark, other players – such as Bard and Claude – stand out from the crowd, notably through their constant innovation.

Arts

Malaysian dancer's work 'Interchange' set to shine in Japan

Dance-choreographer Zulkarnain Zuber takes his KL-inspired work 'Interchange' to Yokohama’s global stage