Taste in Taikoo Dining Promotion Enters Final Week in Hong Kong
HONG KONG, October 26 2026, The Taste in Taikoo autumn dining promotion has entered its final week, with diners able to collect LIVE+ Dollar rewards at participating restaurants until November 1. The promotion covers dining outlets across Cityplaza, Taikoo Shing, Taikoo Place and EAST Hong Kong. It brings together a range of food options, from […]
PKR Criticises Umno After MCA Walkout Exposes BN Coalition Tensions
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 — Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) leaders have criticised Umno’s approach to its coalition partners following MCA’s walkout from a Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate announcement event for the upcoming Melaka state election. PKR vice-president Datuk Chang Lih Kang questioned whether cooperation between Umno and other political parties was based on mutual trust […]
Anwar Congratulates Lula on Historic Election Victory in Brazil
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his historic election victory, expressing confidence in strengthening bilateral ties between Malaysia and Brazil. In a congratulatory message, Anwar described the election as a hard-fought contest that had given Lula a renewed mandate from the Brazilian people […]
HKEX Launches New AI and Semiconductor Indices
HONG KONG, October 23, 2026 — Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has launched two new indices to track companies in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors. The new indices will help investors follow the performance of Hong Kong-listed technology companies. HKEX also signed an agreement with China Southern Asset Management to develop an investment […]
French Protest Groups Call for More Rallies as Macron Faces Mounting Pressure
PARIS, October 26 2026, French trade unions and protest groups are calling for fresh demonstrations and a nationwide strike as public anger over wages, rising living costs and public services continues to challenge President Emmanuel Macron’s government. The calls followed nationwide rallies on Saturday, October 24, when France’s Interior Ministry estimated that around 410,000 people […]
Gold Prices Fall Below US$4,000 as Investors Reassess Market Risks
Global Markets | October 26 2026, Gold prices have fallen below US$4,000 an ounce, raising questions about the precious metal’s traditional role as a safe-haven asset during periods of economic uncertainty. The decline came as investors reassessed their investment strategies, with some shifting towards US government bonds instead of gold. The metal recorded a weekly […]
Newborn Town and Viggle Bring AI-Powered 3D Characters to Social Gaming
HONG KONG, October 26 — Players can now turn their photos into customised 3D characters and use them in multiplayer battles through a new AI-powered mini-game launched by Newborn Town’s social gaming platform TopTop in partnership with AI technology company Viggle. Called Slap Showdown, the game combines personalised avatars with interactive gameplay, allowing players to […]
TECNO and Angélica Dass Showcase 20 Filipino Stories That Go Beyond Solo Motherhood
MANILA, October 26 — Being a mother is an important part of someone’s life, but it does not define everything about who they are. A new portrait project by technology brand TECNO and artist Angélica Dass is bringing that message to life through the stories of 20 Filipinos whose experiences are connected to solo motherhood. […]
Sarawak Assembly Dissolved, Paving Way for 13th State Election
KUCHING, October 26 — The Sarawak State Legislative Assembly has been officially dissolved, paving the way for the state’s 13th election. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the dissolution on October 23 after obtaining the consent of the state’s Governor, Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, according to BERNAMA. Under Article 21(4) […]
Lula Wins Fourth Non-Consecutive Term as Brazil’s President, Defeats Flavio Bolsonaro
BOGOTA, October 26 — Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has won a fourth non-consecutive presidential term after defeating Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in a closely contested runoff election. According to Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court (TSE), Lula secured 51.76 per cent of valid votes, compared with 48.24 per cent for Bolsonaro, giving the incumbent a […]