A Malaysian father says loan sharks have obtained personal details of his family after loans taken by his ex-wife, who he believes owes about RM130,000. He fears for his children’s safety, including a six-month-old.
A CK Hutchison unit says its international arbitration claim against Panama has risen above US$2 billion after Panama cancelled port concessions and PPC accused authorities of seizing property.
New Zealand players say they would be willing to play their June 15 World Cup match against Iran outside the United States after Iran threatened to boycott its fixtures amid the war.
Surgeons using XCath’s telerobotic system performed the first reported remote robotic intervention on a stroke patient in Panama, announced March 19. The milestone highlights potential for telemedicine to expand access to specialist emergency care in the country.
Two West Java villages held a traditional post-Eid face-off using wooden cannons, highlighting the region’s local customs that follow Eid al-Fitr.
TVN reports Panama will play matches at the 2026 World Cup in a stadium fitted with temporary stands, and will provide live coverage across its TV and radio platforms.
Israel’s defence minister said forces will occupy southern Lebanon up to the Litani River, calling it a “security zone” and signalling plans to control nearly a tenth of Lebanon’s territory.
Zoie Yung, programme curator for Art Central 2026, says her favourite Hong Kong dining ranges from Cantonese daa laang and Chiu Chow‑style spots to upscale Japanese restaurants, reflecting the city’s blend of local tradition and international tastes.
Hong Kong hosts Art Basel, Art Central and the 14th Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards for the first time in the city, prompting chef collaborations and a world-record attempt feast that are driving heavy booking demand.
Visa-free travel and an influx of foreign business and leisure visitors are boosting demand for luxury hotels in China, with international tourists typically spending more than domestic guests.
Canada and France have urged Israel to abandon plans to occupy southern Lebanon, with Ottawa warning that Lebanon’s sovereignty “must not be violated” amid reports of invasion preparations.
Profiles of senior Chinese specialists in nuclear, radar and missile work were removed from a national engineering body’s website, including entries for Wu Manqing and a top nuclear scientist.
US media say the Trump administration has offered a temporary ceasefire and a 15-point plan to end what reports call the war on Iran — a move with potential regional and global implications.
A U.S. jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million after finding the company endangered children on its platforms—the first time a state has won such a child-safety suit.
An EIN Presswire notice reports that retirees and insured residents in western Panama City now have access to free transport at designated points, aiming to ease mobility for health and public services.
Alongside Art Basel Hong Kong 2026, a network of free exhibitions — including the Collect Hong Kong Art Fair at the Hong Kong Arts Centre through March 29 — is promoting local emerging artists and broader public access during Art Month.
Macanese comfort food minchi — minced meat with potatoes, rice and a fried egg — highlights Macau’s fusion culinary heritage, prompting calls to protect family recipes and local foodways.
A La Prensa column warns of weakened democratic freedoms in Panama and spotlights grassroots groups like Cinco Gatos Panamá and programs that reclaim public space for civic dialogue.
Waldorf Astoria’s new Qiantan property on Shanghai’s New Bund gives travelers an alternative to the historic Bund, reflecting the city’s expanding riverfront hospitality scene.
BTS fans have reacted strongly after Jin’s name was reportedly missing from the credits of the group’s new album Arirang, following a clipped comment during a promotional livestream that went viral.