Chinese envoy meets Hamas chief Haniyeh after first visit to Israel since Gaza war began
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How will a new national security law affect different walks of life in Hong Kong?
HONG KONG (AP) — As Hong Kong passed a new national security law, the city that evolved from a swampy fishing village to a financial center embarked on another transformation, one that may redefine its role on the world stage and the liberties of its citizens.
China Evergrande Founder Accused of Exaggerating Revenue by $78 Billion
China Evergrande Group exaggerated its revenue by more than $78 billion and committed securities fraud over two years before its spectacular collapse in 2021, a top Chinese regulator said.
In South Korea, nostalgia for journalist’s stabbing stokes media freedom fears: ‘I felt my hair stand on end’
Hwang Sang-moo, senior presidential secretary for civil and social affairs, made the suggestion last week while dining with journalists assigned to the presidential press corp.
Singapore opposition chief Pritam Singh vows to ‘continue duties’ after pleading not guilty to charges of lying to parliament
Singapore’s opposition chief Pritam Singh pleaded not guilty in court on Tuesday after being charged with two counts of lying to a parliamentary committee.
U.S. startup Fisker to pause EV production after missing interest payment
(Reuters) -- Fisker said on Monday it would pause production of its electric vehicles for six weeks and raise up to $150 million in funding by selling convertible notes after missing an interest payment, as the startup tries to navigate a cash crunch.
Chinese billionaire pleads guilty to straw donor scheme in New York and Rhode Island
NEW YORK (AP) — A Chinese billionaire pleaded guilty Monday to violating U.S. election laws by funneling illegal straw donations to a New York City official, a member of the U.S. House and a congressional candidate.
Google, Meta and others face tough questions in Australia over cyber extremism threats
SYDNEY (AP) — Australia’s online safety regulator has put social media giants on notice, requiring them to explain what they are doing to to protect people from violent extremists and terrorists.