Current Affairs

US-Iran peace optimism fuels Asian stock market gains

US President Donald Trump said conflict in the Middle East would be “over quickly”, as Iran considered a peace proposal that could lead to the…

By Samantha Johnson / May 7, 2026

Hong Kong recalls Zwilling electric kettle over handle defect and scalding risk

By Samantha Johnson / May 7, 2026
Police investigate alleged indecent assault of boy, 4, at international school

By Samantha Johnson / May 7, 2026
TikTok makes record US$25b investment to expand digital infrastructure in Thailand

By Samantha Johnson / May 7, 2026
Taiwan firm with mainland branches fires nephew of Taipei minister invoking ire in Beijing

By Samantha Johnson / May 7, 2026
The Weeknd to return to Hong Kong after 8 years with Kai Tak show in October

By Samantha Johnson / May 7, 2026