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It is polite to reposition a guest’s shoes when they arrive, but the emergency services in one city advise just skipping that partEtiquette, manners and consideration for others are integral pillars of Japanese society but there are times when they might go a step too far, according to one city’s emergency services.The fire department in the central city of Kanazawa has urged people not to tidy up...
Colombian military announced Thursday that a French-Colombian soldier from the French Foreign Legion was kidnapped in early August while travelling in the department of Narino. The kidnappers are believed to be members of the Estado Mayor Central, dissidents from the far-left FARC guerrilla group.
Residents of Algeria’s northeastern Jijel province are inspecting the aftermath of wildfires.
As many as 560 million children are already living through at least one extra month of dangerous heat every year because of climate change, a threat that puts them at serious health risk.
Typhoon Saudel made landfall in the eastern Chinese province of Zhejiang, disrupting flights and ferry services across major urban centres, including the industrial hub of Ningbo and the economic powerhouse of Shanghai. Ningbo Lishe International Airport suspended all flight operations from 11.30pm on Thursday. Even though services resumed at 11am on Friday, some 16 inbound and 28 outbound flights...
As part of the ongoing Champions League, two-time European champions PSG will host Barça and travel to England. Meanwhile, a host of meetings are set to take place including José Mourinho and his former clubs, Olivier Giroud with Arsenal and Yan Diomandé with Leipzig.
As part of the ongoing Champions League, two-time European champions PSG will host Barça and travel to England. Meanwhile, a host of meetings are set to take place including José Mourinho and his former clubs, Olivier Giroud with Arsenal and Yan Diomandé with Leipzig.
A new production of the “The Odyssey” in wartime Kyiv reimagines Homer’s epic through the experience of modern Ukraine
A sprawling London fresh produce market is producing its own power thanks to record-breaking rooftop solar.
Sweden spent 6.8% of GDP on education in 2023, compared with just below 3% in Romania. But it is not always clear whether higher spending produces stronger skills or leaves young people better prepared for Europe’s changing economy.
UNESCO-listed Old Towns and Hanseatic League history await in both Latvia and Estonia, but there are some subtle differences to help you pick.
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SoftBank-backed surgical robotics company Noah Medical has begun preparations for a Hong Kong initial public offering, joining a wave of cutting-edge technology firms tapping the city’s international fundraising pool. The US-headquartered company aimed to raise more than US$100 million and planned to file its listing application as early as next year, according to founder Zhang Jian. “We want to e...
SoftBank-backed surgical robotics company Noah Medical has begun preparations for a Hong Kong initial public offering, joining a wave of cutting-edge technology firms tapping the city’s international fundraising pool. The US-headquartered company aimed to raise more than US$100 million and planned to file its listing application as early as next year, according to founder Zhang Jian. “We want to e...
Beijing-based GalaxySpace’s deployment this week of what it called China’s first turnkey satellite export to Southeast Asia underscores how the country is boosting its space influence overseas amid competition with Elon Musk’s SpaceX. GalaxySpace said it launched the Lingzhi-09 Thailand CubeSat aboard a Long March-6C rocket – alongside six other satellites – from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centr...
A diplomatic push by Oman, Pakistan and Qatar is widely expected to yield another pause in the Iran conflict, but there remains little prospect of a stop to what analysts fear has already become a “forever war”. On Monday, Iran and Oman agreed in principle to a temporary maritime route for ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. This could lead to the easing of the tit-for-tat blockades imp...
South Korea supports US President Donald Trump’s efforts to resume dialogue with North Korea, but aims to ensure its security posture is not weakened and that Seoul is not sidelined, according to South Korea’s national security adviser. Seoul believed the resumption of talks between the US and North Korea should focus on progress on the North Korean nuclear weapons issue and must not undermine th...
Nepali and Tibetan communities plan vigils and work to raise funds for recovery in ‘devastating’ timeGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s Nepali community plan to host vigils to remember the victims of the Nepal-Tibet flood disaster to coincide with a day of mourning, as the number of people killed continues to rise.As Australia’s Nepali diaspora wait for the full...
Hong Kong authorities have opened licence applications for ride-hailing platforms under a new regulatory scheme, saying operators must have a proven track record of providing legal services in a city with a population of more than 7.5 million, while handling over 100,000 daily orders in at least two cities. Announcing the licensing terms on Friday, the Transport Department said that the eligibilit...
Lake formed by debris is overflowing towards area rescuers were headed, broadcaster says; 1,300 people still missing amid race to find survivorsNearly 1,400 missing, mostly tourists, and hundreds killedNepal-Tibet flash flood: what we know so far on day threeVisual guide: how the deadly flooding unfoldedTell us: have you been affected by the flash floods?China has paused a rescue operation due to ...
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. The path to America is narrowing. Here’s what that means for legal immigrants US green card interviews are on hold worldwide, student ...
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGreens say Australia needs to ‘step up and really commit’ to aiding rebuilding in NepalDavid Shoebridge, the Greens’ spokesperson on foreign affairs, told RN Breakfast earlier the Australian commitment of $5m for affected communities in Nepal “won’t come close to touching the sides” of the calamity.I think Australia...
Trials for a vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain are ongoing as DRC authorities try to control the Ebola outbreak.
Book was removed for review earlier this month following complaint but reinstated after petition and State Library letter to Waverley councilFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Sydney library has returned to its borrowing shelves a book critical of Israel called How to Sell a Genocide following a public campaign and an ...
China has dispatched hundreds of military personnel to the border town of Gyirong in Tibet, after a deadly mudslide.
About 1,300 people including hundreds of tourists still missing as rescuers race to find survivors; Nepali army working to rescue the trapped from tunnelNearly 1,400 missing, mostly tourists, and hundreds killedNepal-Tibet flash flood: what we know so far on day threeVisual guide: how the deadly flooding unfoldedTell us: have you been affected by the flash floods?Nepali army helicopter rescue team...
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGreens say Australia needs to ‘step up and really commit’ to aiding rebuilding in NepalDavid Shoebridge, the Greens’ spokesperson on foreign affairs, told RN Breakfast earlier the Australian commitment of $5m for affected communities in Nepal “won’t come close to touching the sides” of the calamity.I think Australia...
Thousands of Indonesians demand harsher penalties for corruption during protests outside parliament in Jakarta.
