'Nothing to hide': AIIB will investigate claims of Chinese Communist Party control
A Beijing-based multinational lender is launching an internal review after Canada suspended its ties with the regional development bank, citing explosive claims that the Chinese Communist Party had infiltrated the institution.
2023-06-16 18:48
Blue Jays vs. Rangers prediction and odds for Friday, June 16
When the Toronto Blue Jays head down south to face the Texas Rangers for a weekend series, Game 1 will feature two very good veteran pitchers coming off very bad outings. Kevin Gausman comes into this one with a 3.12 ERA in 14 starts with a record of 5-3. On the other side Martin Perez is 6-2, but w...
2023-06-16 18:29
China takes next step in currency globalization, with some HK stocks priced in yuan
By Samuel Shen and Georgina Lee SHANGHAI/HONG KONG China's gradual internationalisation of its currency will shift to its
2023-06-16 17:57
Explainer-What is Hong Kong's new dual HKD/RMB share counter?
By Georgina Lee and Winni Zhou HONG KONG The Hong Kong stock exchange will start offering yuan-denominated Chinese
2023-06-16 17:53
Suga: BTS star makes rare reference to China's unofficial K-pop ban
When asked by fans if he would expand his tour, Suga said Korean artists 'can't perform in China'.
2023-06-16 16:54
China's Xi greets 'old friend' Bill Gates in first meeting with a US business magnate in years
Bill Gates met with Xi Jinping on Friday, marking the Chinese leader's first known one-on-one meeting with a Western business figure in years after a new pledge from the Gates Foundation.
2023-06-16 16:15
Bill Gates meets Xi Jinping as US-China tensions simmer
The Microsoft co-founder is the latest high-profile US business leader to visit China in recent months.
2023-06-16 15:55
Marlins vs. Nationals prediction and odds for Friday, June 16 (Arraez Gets out of slump)
Last year’s NL Cy Young award winner has had a much tougher go of it this season. Sandy Alcantara is slated to make his 14th start of the year for the Miami Marlins as the teams take on the Washington Nationals in DC on Friday night. Alcantara comes into this one at 2-5 with a 4.75 ERA and wil...
2023-06-16 12:48
Cyclone Biparjoy: At least two people dead after storm hits India
Dozens more have been injured after the large storm made landfall along the India-Pakistan coastline.
2023-06-16 12:46
Japan redefines rape and raises age of consent in landmark move
The laws redefine rape and raise the age of consent from 13, after public anger over rape acquittals.
2023-06-16 12:16
Shanghai Plant Burns 800 Tons of Coal an Hour to Keep City Cool
On a sprawling riverside industrial complex about 10 miles (16 kilometers) from Shanghai’s gleaming downtown skyscrapers, a massive
2023-06-16 11:51
Ump Show: Power tripping Ramon DeJesus hands out hat trick of ejections to Rangers
Umpire Ramon DeJesus was on a power trip during the Rangers game against the Angels, ejecting three different Rangers including Marcus Semien.Whether we're talking soccer or hockey, a hat trick is an achievement worth celebrating. When it comes to an MLB umpire with a hat trick of ejections...
2023-06-16 11:15