South Korea's fertility rate hits another all-time low
SEOUL -- South Korea's fertility rate fell to another record low in 2023, showing the country's demographic crisis is deepening despite billions in government spending meant to arrest the fall.
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Hong Kong GDP to grow 2.5%-3.5% in 2024, scraps property tightening measures
Hong Kong's economy is expected to grow 2.5%-3.5% this year, Financial Secretary Paul Chan said on Wednesday as he announced measures to bolster a flagging property market and support the economy.
Drunk man in Singapore pleads guilty to punching wife for refusing sex
Ignoring her pleas to stop, the man then punched his mother in the face, and then continued his attempted assault. He stopped only after he became tired while his mother struggled to escape his grip.
Trump wins Michigan Republican primary, NBC projects, teeing up Super Tuesday
Donald Trump has won the Michigan Republican presidential primary, NBC News projects.
Nippon Steel taps Republican lobby firepower for U.S. Steel deal
WASHINGTON -- Nippon Steel has added another lobbying firm to its roster, as the Japanese company seeks to pave the way for the acquisition of U.S. Steel.
Domestic helper accused of beating Singapore employer’s dog to death
The Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) said on Tuesday that it “received feedback” on January 25 of an alleged case of animal cruelty that took place in a residential unit.
Honor to launch its first foldable flip phone to challenge Samsung
BARCELONA — Honor will launch a foldable flip phone this year, the company's CEO told CNBC, marking the Chinese technology firm's first foray into the vertical-folding style of smartphone that has been popularized by brands like Samsung and Motorola.
Four reasons Walmart wants to buy smart TV maker Vizio
Walmart is doing some shopping of its own.