Millions of Australians warned to prepare for severe heat, possible fires
Meteorologists warns that dry lightning storms could elevate the fire risk.
Mon Dec 16 2024
Commonwealth Games host for 2026 to be decided in May
The CGF said it was keeping the proposals confidential at this stage as it seeks a replacement for the Australian state of Victoria.
Mon Apr 08 2024
Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor
The report said agencies failed to work together to give 'frank, full and timely advice' to govt before it decided to host the games.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Thousands told to flee homes in Australia amid heat spike, bushfire threat
Authorities said intense heatwave could further spread a massive bushfire in Victoria state, which faces its worst conditions in four years.
Wed Feb 28 2024
Best new artist Grammy winner Victoria Monet follows big names
Victoria Monet was nominated in seven Grammy categories this year, including record of the year for her single -On My Mama.-
Mon Feb 05 2024
Grammys 2024: Winners at Sunday's televised ceremony
Winners were chosen by the musicians, producers, engineers and others who make up the Recording Academy.
Mon Feb 05 2024
40 homeless after nine houses destroyed in Tawau blaze
Nine of the double-storey houses in Lorong 4 of the residential area were destroyed in a fire this afternoon.
Fri Jan 12 2024
David Beckham takes family to premiere of candid new documentary about his life
"Beckham" is a four-part mini-series tracking the British soccer star's rise from humble beginnings to one of the most recognisable players.
Wed Oct 04 2023
David Beckham 'clinically depressed' after World Cup red card
In a new series, Victoria and David Beckham discuss the abuse they received late 1990s after he was sent off during a game with Argentina.
Mon Oct 02 2023
Henry Golding invited by Hong Kong Tourism Board to uncover city's hidden gems
Henry Golding explores and recommends popular attractions and hidden gems in the city to global audience, through his perspective.
Fri Aug 18 2023
Fans flock to Hong Kong to mark 50th anniversary of Bruce Lee's death
Those who traveled to Hong Kong for the anniversary included people from mainland China, Asia and Europe.
Fri Jul 21 2023
Two giant rubber ducks debut in Hong Kong in bid to drive "double happiness"
The inflatable yellow ducks, 18 metres (59 feet) high, will sail on the harbour for two weeks.
Fri Jun 09 2023
Alberta wildfire fighters hope rain, cooling bring relief
Over 2,800 firefighters from Canada and the United States were battling about 91 active wildfires.
Mon May 22 2023
Celebrities, fashionistas say goodbye to late designer Vivienne Westwood
Westwood was synonymous with 1970s punk rock, dressing the Sex Pistols - a rebelliousness that remained her hallmark.
Fri Feb 17 2023
Passenger plane crashes into Lake Victoria in Tanzania
Fifteen people have been rescued so far but it was not known how many passengers were on board the Precision Air flight.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Reflections from London: Shaping bilateral ties with a more active UK
Over the past five years, there have been notable developments in the United Kingdom's approach to the Asia-Pacific region.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Meta drops fact checkers in US, what does this mean for the world?
Fact-checking organisations said the move could encourage hate speech online and fuel violence offline.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Trump's inauguration marks new era for cryptocurrency
The crypto industry hopes the incoming Donald Trump administration will mark a shift in policy.
Sun Jan 19 2025
China's Lunar New Year travel rush: World's biggest annual migration
This year's travel rush comes as China extended the official Spring Festival break by one day to eight days.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Experts warn against children snoring during sleep
Some may think that snoring is a common occurrence during sleep and does not require treatment.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Younger workers more likely to suffer burnout as generation gap grows
There's a need to rebuild bridges and open up conversations on changing attitudes and expectations around work, says Brian Dow.
Sun Jan 19 2025
INSIGHT - How bond vigilantes could check Trump's power
As Donald Trump takes office on January 20, concerns over bond vigilantes in the US have resurfaced, according to several market experts.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Trump look-alike sings to sell pudding in Pakistan
A food vendor who locals say bears an uncanny resemblance to US President-elect Donald Trump gets more business and attention than others.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Tokyo museum offers visitors 'flashback' to defunct technology
From Betacam videotapes to floppy disks and vintage Sony devices, the museum is a showcase for old cameras and telecom equipment.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Australian scientists discover bigger species of deadly funnel web spiders
Sscientists say, the "Big Boy" would be classified as a separate species of funnel-web spider.
Sun Jan 19 2025