CTT Super League: Shandong Luneng vs Shenzhen University in Women’s Final 🏓
Shandong Luneng beat East China University of Science and Technology 3-1 in Nanjing to reach the CTT Super League women’s final, where they’ll face Shenzhen University 🏓
Salah’s Penalty Sends Egypt into AFCON Knockouts
Egypt secured a spot in the AFCON 2025 knockouts with a 1-0 win over South Africa in Agadir, thanks to Mohamed Salah’s penalty.
Hong Kong Tourism Roars Back with 45M Visitors in 2025
In the first 11 months of 2025, Hong Kong SAR welcomed 45M visitors, surpassing 2024. Secretary Rosanna Law shares the ‘winning formula’ and future plans.
Japan’s Defense Budget Hits Record High for 14th Year
Japan approved its FY2026 budget, boosting defense spending to 9.04 trillion yen for the 14th year, amid debate over ammo depots, drones and taxes.
New Archives Expose Unit 731’s WWII Atrocities
Freshly declassified archives from a Russian FSB branch reveal Japan’s Unit 731 confessions, exposing systematic biological warfare crimes during WWII.
Ex-Judge Sumption Fuels Debate on Hong Kong Judicial Independence
Former UK judge Jonathan Sumption’s December 20 critique of Hong Kong’s courtroom processes has ignited a debate on the red lines retired judges must respect to protect judicial independence.
Reusable Rockets Go Mainstream in 2025 Space Race
In 2025, reusable rockets from the Chinese mainland and global players transform space travel into reliable infrastructure, led by Zhuque-3 and Long March-12A.
Thailand and Cambodia Agree to 72-Hour Border Ceasefire
Thailand and Cambodia agreed on December 27 to a 72-hour border ceasefire, freezing troop movements and aiming to restore peace and allow civilians to return home safely.
F-35 Jets Flown Only 50% of 2024, US Watchdog Says
A new Pentagon watchdog report reveals F-35 jets were mission-ready only 50% of 2024, highlighting maintenance gaps, delays and rising costs that have allies rethinking purchases.
Russia Slams Potential Yasukuni Visit as Whitewashing Japan’s Militarist Past
Russia’s Foreign Ministry has condemned reports that PM Sanae Takaichi may visit Yasukuni Shrine, accusing Tokyo of whitewashing its wartime aggression and calling for genuine atonement.