Hong Kong University sacks veteran democracy activist, China News,HONG KONG – The University of Hong Kong (HKU) on Tuesday sacked veteran pro-democracy activist Benny Tai from his tenured position as an associate professor of law, a move he called “the end of academic freedom” in the Chinese-ruled c
Malaysia appeal court to rule next month on ex-PM Najib's conviction, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – A Malaysia court will deliver its verdict in December on an appeal filed by former premier Najib Razak over his conviction in a corruption case related to state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (
Hong Kong activists secure refugee status in Germany, World News,HONG KONG – Germany has granted refugee status to two Hong Kong activists facing rioting charges at home, they said on Wednesday, apparently the first time Germany has acknowledged such status for democracy campaigners from the Chinese
Thai anti-government protesters hold rallies outside Bangkok, Asia News,BANGKOK – Hundreds joined anti-government protests across Thailand on Sunday following a day of rallies in the country’s capital where protesters were calling for new elections and constitional reforms. On Saturday, more than 1,
Exclusive: Shane Pow talks about his drink driving, time in prison and signing with Li Nanxing's agency, Entertainment News,Shane Pow's drink driving case is one of the most shocking events to hit local showbiz this year. On July 14, the 30-year-old actor was sentenced to five weeks'
Najib's Malaysia government used funds from central bank land deal to pay 1MDB dues: sources, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – The government of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak used funds from a central bank deal to pay for some of the liabilities of beleaguered state fund 1Malaysia Dev
Former Malaysia PM Najib sentenced to 12 years jail, fined $68m for abuse of power, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) – Malaysia's former leader, Najib Razak, was found guilty of corruption and sentenced to 12 years in jail on Tuesday in the first trial over a multi-billion-dollar scandal at
