Malaysian Football Chief Reinstated as Association Denies His Involvement in Forgery Case

Malaysia’s football governing body has reinstated its president, insisting he played no role in a document forgery scandal that has led to further sanctions from world football authorities and renewed scrutiny of the sport’s administration in the country. The Football Association of Malaysia

Illness Fails to Stop Chloe Leung as Hong Kong Cyclist Secures Asean Track Bronze

Despite battling illness and physical discomfort, Hong Kong cyclist Chloe Leung Wing-yee delivered a determined performance to claim a bronze medal at the Asean Track Series President Cup 1, underlining her reputation as one of the territory’s most resilient riders. The 29 year

Ikea to Shut Seven China Stores as Property Slump Forces Strategic Rethink

Furniture retailer Ikea is set to close seven of its stores in China, adjusting its footprint in response to prolonged weakness in the country’s property market and shifting consumer behaviour. The move highlights how even well established global brands are being forced to

China Warns Officials Against Trend Chasing as Five Year Plan Era Begins

China’s leadership has issued a fresh warning to local officials against blindly following popular policy trends, cautioning that herd behaviour could worsen what authorities describe as involution, a cycle of excessive competition that erodes profits and undermines sustainable economic growth. The message was

Sino Land and Great Eagle Win Kowloon Residential Site as Market Stabilises

A joint venture between Sino Land and Great Eagle Holdings has secured a prime residential site in Kowloon after winning a government land tender valued at HK$1.61 billion, equivalent to about US$206 million. The successful bid comes as signs emerge that Hong Kong’s

Why Coast Guards, Not Warships, Are Shaping the Future of the South China Sea

In the tense waters of the South China Sea, it is increasingly coast guard vessels rather than naval warships that are defining how disputes unfold. When ships from China and the Philippines encounter each other near Second Thomas Shoal, the scenes are often

Meow or Never: China’s Chubby Cats Fuel a New Race for Feline Weight Loss Drugs

China’s booming pet economy is entering an unexpected new phase as rising concern over overweight cats pushes pharmaceutical firms to explore weight loss treatments designed specifically for felines. What began as a social media obsession with adorably pudgy pets is now prompting serious

Taiwan Suspends F-16 Training After Pilot and Fighter Jet Go Missing

Taiwan’s air force has suspended all training missions involving its F-16 fighter jets after a pilot and aircraft went missing during a routine exercise, prompting a large scale search operation and a comprehensive safety review of the fleet. The incident occurred during a

Strasbourg Caught in Multi Club Squeeze as Chelsea Move for Rosenior

French side RC Strasbourg Alsace have become the latest club to feel the strain of modern multi-club ownership after head coach Liam Rosenior was appointed by Chelsea FC, a move that has reignited debate over the growing influence of football’s new ownership model.

Former Chinese Shooting Champion Jailed Over Gun Parts Smuggling Case

A former Chinese shooting star who once stood at the pinnacle of international competition has been sentenced to a decade in prison after being found guilty of smuggling gun parts into mainland China via Hong Kong, a case that has triggered intense debate