Philippine senator Dela Rosa avoids arrest despite ICC drug‑war warrant
Philippine authorities said they will not detain Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, despite an International Criminal Court warrant linking him to human rights abuses during former President Rodrigo Duterte’s drug campaign. The m...
Hong Kong readies 50,000 sandbags and flood barriers for upcoming typhoon season
Hong Kong’s Civil Engineering and Development Department has positioned 50,000 sandbags and installed water‑filled flood barriers to prepare for the approaching typhoon season. The agency also issued new shoreline‑manage...
Labour's recent election losses raise questions over UK's future policy toward China
The Labour Party’s poor performance in recent local and regional elections has weakened Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s standing, prompting speculation that Britain may reconsider its engagement policy toward China. Chines...
HK dog‑friendly restaurants face hot‑pot ban and layout rules under new licence scheme
The Hong Kong Food and Environmental Hygiene Department announced new licensing rules for dog‑friendly eateries, requiring them to remove hot‑pot dishes and redesign layouts to ensure food and pet safety. Inspectors will...
Malaysia's UMNO marks 80 years with royal ceremony emphasizing Malay political influence
Malaysia’s United Malays National Organisation celebrated its 80th anniversary at the Johor palace, where party leaders posed with the king to showcase enduring Malay political authority. The ceremony underscored UMNO’s ...
Huawei Chip Lab Showcased on TV Ahead of Trump’s China Visit
China highlighted Huawei’s Chip Fundamental Technology Research Laboratory on national television as President Donald Trump prepared to travel to Beijing. Founder Ren Zhengfei hosted Vice‑Premier Ding Xuexiang at Huawei’...
JPMorgan Forecasts Chinese Smart Cars to Capture 20% of Europe by 2028
Analysts at JPMorgan predict that Chinese electric and autonomous vehicle makers such as BYD and Leapmotor will secure about one‑fifth of the western European market by 2028. The surge is driven by rapid electrification ...
Hong Kong Startup Launches Electric Minibus Tailored for City Streets
Wai Lik New Energy, a Hong Kong electric‑vehicle firm, partnered with a mainland manufacturer to introduce five new electric minibuses designed for Hong Kong’s narrow, steep roads. The rollout comes as the government pla...
Tirumala Temple deploys AI command centre to manage pilgrim crowds
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) launched an AI‑powered Integrated Command Control Centre to monitor and manage pilgrim movement during the summer rush. Real‑time CCTV analytics and queue‑tracking have reduced wa...
Modi's BJP clinches historic win in West Bengal, sparking political fallout
India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory in the West Bengal state election, winning the state for the first time and extending Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s political reach, according to De...
Vijay’s TVK seeks CPI support to form government after outreach to Congress and CPI(M)
Tamil Nadu politician Vijay addressed CPI state secretary M. Veerapandian, requesting the Communist Party of India's backing to help form a new government. The request followed a letter sent on May 5, 2026, after Vijay’s...
Israel issues evacuation warning for 12 villages in southern Lebanon amid Iran‑Israel conflict
The Israeli military posted an evacuation order on X, urging residents of 12 villages in southern Lebanon to move at least 1,000 metres away from the border for safety. The warning was issued in Arabic by a military spok...
MP Manickam Tagore urges Congress to stand with “people‑rejected” leaders
Virudhunagar MP Manickam Tagore criticised the DMK, claiming that half of its cabinet ministers lost their seats in the recent election. He called on the Congress to align with politicians who have been rejected by voter...
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says Bengal democracy “held at gunpoint” by Trinamool Congress
During a parliamentary session, Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused the Trinamool Congress of resisting accountability and eroding institutional credibility in West Bengal. He described the state’s democratic processes a...
CPI’s Binoy Viswam calls BJP’s win of three Kerala Assembly seats a danger to state politics
Ahead of the final results of the Kerala Assembly elections, CPI leader Binoy Viswam warned that the BJP’s capture of three seats could destabilise the state’s political landscape. He suggested the defeat of the Left Dem...
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma resigns, cites upcoming BJP legislature party meeting
Himanta Biswa Sarma announced his resignation as Assam’s chief minister, stating that his successor will be chosen in a BJP legislature party meeting attended by central observers. The move comes amid internal party deli...
Bengaluru police recover 692 stolen mobile phones worth ₹1.75 crore
The Bengaluru city police announced the recovery of 692 mobile phones that had been reported lost or stolen, with an estimated combined value of ₹1.75 crore. The phones were seized during a raid on a suspected black‑mark...
Twin explosions near Punjab military areas spark anxiety, opposition blames AAP government
Two explosions occurred close to military installations in Punjab, prompting forensic and bomb‑disposal teams to collect evidence. The incident heightened security concerns and opposition parties accused the AAP‑led stat...
China Unveils World's First Zero‑Emission ‘Coal Battery’
South China Morning Post reports that Chinese scientists have created a ‘coal battery’ that generates electricity with higher efficiency than conventional coal burning while emitting no CO₂. The breakthrough is highlight...
ChampionWoman program supports Indian women through scholarships and leadership training
The Global Adjustments Foundation’s ChampionWoman initiative provides scholarships and leadership development for women entering the workforce in India. The program aims to build resilience, confidence, and career advanc...