Pope Leo receives music icon Dylan in Vatican

Nvidia chips pile up in Hong Kong as China withholds import approval

About 600,000 of Nvidia's advanced AI chips are stored in Hong Kong awaiting shipment to China.

Former pro-democracy lawmaker sentenced to 12 1/2 years in Macao’s 1st national security case

Macao pro-democracy former lawmaker Au Kam San was sentenced to 12 1/2 years in prison Friday in the Chinese city’s first national security case following a closed-door trial that raised concerns about fairness

Kelowna woman calls for action on public safety in wake of frightening attack

Robertson says she fought back, kicking at her attacker before the two fell to the ground.

Sri Lanka budget faces post-IMF test as energy costs bite

Trump signs order preventing future presidents from changing Oval Office

The order comes after Trump made a series of big changes to the decor of the Oval Office and tore down the White House East Wing.

India's 'Lord Of The Rings': Filmmakers hail Ramayana epic

Featuring Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, the multi-million epic brings together Indian storytelling and Hollywood expertise in a bid to captivate audiences worldwide.

Malaysia’s Sarawak to hold state election on Dec 12

Nomination day is set for Nov 28, while early voting will take place on Dec 8.

All Eyes On COP31 To Deliver On Existing Climate Finance Pledges Over New Ones: Experts

Experts said a scrutiny of existing finance commitments and ensuring their delivery is a key priority at COP31, in view of the mistrust and ongoing geopolitical conflicts

Russell Brand questioned by police

London’s Metropolitan Police has released footage from interviews with the comedian and actor in 2023, 2024 and 2025

Trump team stands firm: Rubio rules out exit, Hegseth gets president's backing

Marco Rubio has dismissed rumors about potentially leaving his position in the Trump administration. He asserts that completing Trump's second term has always been his plan. While he supports Vice President JD Vance for a future presidential run, Rubio avoids discussing his ambitions. Reports regarding a possible exit have been rejected by the White House and the State Department.

Hong Kong’s Joshua Wong: From teenage protest leader to a decade behind bars

He will be approaching 40 when he leaves jail, a long way off from his days as a one-year-old toddler in 1997, when Britain handed his city back to China with a promise of extensive autonomy and freedom of speech and assembly

Israel faces new era of sinking US support after election