Hong Kong Baptist University suspended its student union over an anonymous fire condolence message, calling it politically motivated amid broader speech restrictions.

Richard Gere says he was barred from the Oscars for 20 years after 1993 remarks supporting Tibetan independence, which he defends as a human rights stance.

LG Energy Solution wins $1.4B deal from Mercedes-Benz to supply EV batteries globally from 2028 to 2035.

China pushes UN-led AI governance, proposing global cooperation amid geopolitical tensions.

Congress passes $900B defense bill restricting U.S. investments in China’s AI, semiconductors, and quantum sectors to limit military growth.

Tesla launches cheaper Model 3 in Europe to boost sales amid competition and declining demand.

HKEX launches tech index tracking 100 Hong Kong-listed tech firms, enabling broader investor access.

Early afternoon immunotherapy boosts survival in small cell lung cancer patients by aligning with circadian rhythms.

India maintains stable fertiliser supply despite China's export limits, thanks to diversified imports and increased domestic production.

New Zealand's net migration dropped sharply in 2025, driven by fewer arrivals and more departures, especially to Australia.