Economist Jeffrey Sachs urged China to support India’s bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat at a Beijing seminar, saying Sino-Indian cooperation could stabilise a multipolar world order.
Families of the disappeared urge Panama’s forensic institute to complete DNA testing on 35 boxes of remains recovered after the 1989 period, citing the need for resources and international forensic support.
A proposal to allow unrestricted taxi access to Hong Kong’s Discovery Bay has prompted a petition of more than 1,100 signatures calling for wider public consultation, the Transport Department says it has received the proposal and differing resident views.
Panama has responded after Hutchison called related accusations “scandalous,” with media reporting a new Panamanian investigation, potential arbitration and control of Balboa terminals.
A Russian drone attack on Saturday left most of Ukraine’s Chernihiv region without power, regional officials said; repair crews are working to restore electricity as the regional capital remains fully dark.
The Panama Canal is operating at full capacity as LNG tankers reroute amid the US–Iran war, increasing pressure on transit schedules and global energy shipping routes.
A lawyer argues Panama’s ‘arraigo’ requirement for opening bank accounts may deter legitimate foreign capital and should be reviewed, while keeping strict AML checks.
Taipei analysts are studying the February 28 strike that killed Iran’s supreme leader to assess whether Taiwan could survive a similar ‘decapitation’ attack from the mainland and how to strengthen resilience.
Japan beat hosts Australia 1-0 in the Women’s Asian Cup final on March 21, 2026, claiming their third title in four editions and underscoring their regional dominance.
Hong Kong police arrested five people and recovered nearly HK$100 million (about US$12.7 million) in stolen gold after a staged handover in Hung Hom, in a suspected deception case.
Iran accused the US and Israel of attacking the Natanz nuclear facility, while Tehran’s atomic energy organisation reported no leakage of radioactive materials in central Iran.
A U.S. jury found two of Elon Musk’s May 2022 tweets contained false statements that misled investors during his effort to buy Twitter, highlighting legal risks of executive social-media posts.
The Panama Canal is operating at top capacity as the Iran conflict drives an increase in LNG vessel transits, canal chief Vasquez said, underscoring the waterway’s strategic role in global energy shipping.
Sake is a nuanced, brewed Japanese drink made from rice, yeast, water and koji; premium labels and serving methods shape a wide range of styles worth exploring beyond the typical warm cup.
Japan beat hosts Australia 1-0 in the Women’s Asian Cup final as Maika Hamano’s 17th-minute goal won the title before a record crowd of 74,357 at Stadium Australia.
Former actress Hilary Tsui is marking 20 years in Hong Kong fashion as founder of the Her boutique and co-founder of performance label Aim Higher Club, blending celebrity, sport and retail.
Panama’s National Assembly approved Bill No. 306 to regulate debt collection, set calling hours, limit contact frequency, ban workplace visits and strengthen data protections for consumers.
China urged an immediate halt to the “unjust war” in Iran in a Friday phone call between top diplomats and said it would work with France to prevent wider escalation.
The National Assembly advanced Project of Law 403, expanding the JCJ’s powers and requiring ISPs and telecoms to execute blocking orders or face fines up to $1 million, raising legal and operational concerns.
A car parts factory fire in Daejeon, South Korea, killed 14 people and injured dozens after breaking out around midday on Friday; the blaze was contained late that night.