China is ending a decades-long tax exemption on contraceptives to push up its birth rate. Experts say the change could leave women and young people more vulnerable.
Satellite images show scale of China's Philippine Sea flotilla
Private firm Starboard Maritime Intelligence says it has used satellite technology to track down the People's Liberation Army Navy task group.
Hong Kong's grief meets Beijing's red lines
The blaze that consumed Wang Fuk Court burned for two days, but its political shock waves may echo for weeks, even months.
Beijing warns against using Hong Kong blaze to 'disrupt' city
Thousands of people pay tribute to the victims of Hong Kong's deadliest fire in more than 75 years, as Beijing warns it will crack down on any "anti-China" protest in the wake of the blaze.
Seven towers burned — but the real fear in Hong Kong is how many could be next
Hong Kong's worst fire in decades exposed long-standing weaknesses in its aging residential blocks. The question haunting the city is whether the disaster could happen again.
With each passing hour, a major Hong Kong fire only became more deadly
Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades tore through a group of high-rise residential towers in a densely packed housing estate, causing major issues for firefighters. This is how the catastrophe unfolded.
Hong Kong fire kills at least 83, hundreds still missing as buildings smoulder
Authorities say the apartment complex blaze may have been caused by a "grossly negligent" construction firm using unsafe materials. Three men have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter.
Hongkongers built their own SOS map as seven towers burned
When a fatal fire tore through seven high-rise towers in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, thousands of families were glued to a single webpage that offered updates far more quickly than official government briefings.
ASX rises, APRA to impose home loan limits — as it happened
The Australian banking regulator will impose limits on large home loans from February, while the ASX rises as Wall Street extended a recent recovery. See how the trading day unfolded on our live blog.
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 55 as blaze continues to burn — as it happened
A massive high-rise apartment fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district has killed at least 55 people and left hundreds more missing, with firefighters continuing to battle the blaze — as it happened.
Styrofoam, bamboo and three arrests — here's what we know about the Hong Kong fire
The blaze in Tai Po that engulfed multiple high-rise apartment blocks is still burning, and authorities say it likely began in bamboo scaffolding that encased the buildings.
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Hong Kong's worst fire in years leaves scores dead
Fires that have burnt through the night are yet to be extinguished as firefighters struggle to reach those in need.
Russia overtakes Australia in Asia regional power ranking
The latest Asia Power Index shows Australia slipping behind Russia for influence, while the region remains dominated by the US and China.
Japan scrambles jets after suspected Chinese drone spotted near Taiwan
The incident comes amid an ongoing diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing.
US says Myanmar 'safe', terminates nationals' protection status
The US government is ending the temporary legal status of thousands of Myanmar nationals arguing they can safely return to the war-torn South-East Asian country.
Australia's $190m policing deal with Solomon Islands stalls over 'language'
Australia and Solomon Islands have made little progress on a $190 million package to expand the Pacific nation’s police force, almost a full year after the high-profile initiative was announced.
China's CPTPP bid runs into an old problem — Japan
China's escalating confrontation with Japan is colliding directly with its attempt to join one of the world's most demanding trade agreements.
Taiwan's 'return to China' key to international order, Xi tells Trump
Chinese state media reported some of what was discussed in the phone call that took place on Monday, local time.
China says Japan 'crossed a red line' as diplomatic spat over Taiwan continues
China's foreign minister has accused Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of attempting to intervene militarily over Taiwan.
'Mismatch' between Gen Z and Beijing captured on China's dating show
Long-running global hit If You Are the One returns to Australia to recruit contestants from a younger generation, many who do not prioritise marriage. Here is why the show is still relevant.
Chinese dating show If You Are the One returns to Australia
One of China's hottest dating show If You Are the One returned to Australia for the fourth time to audition men and women for a new Australia-themed edition in November. But as media undergoes major transformation and young people's attitudes toward marriage and having children shift dramatically, dating shows like this are navigating a period of turbulence and change.