Multiple victims as shooter opens fire at US food festival: police
A shooting at a major food festival in the US state of California caused multiple casualties on Sunday, police said. "The hearts of Gilroy PD and entire community go out…
Australian watchdog calls for controls on Facebook, Google
Australia's competition watchdog on Friday recommended tighter controls on the use of personal data and measures to ease Facebook and Google's dominance of online advertising among a slew of measures…
Fishing for plastic on Amsterdam’s eco-friendly canal cruises
by Sara MAGNIETTE Equipped with fishing rods and thick gloves, a group of people peers into the water from one of the many boats that line Amsterdam's famous canals. But…
Australian universities face probe over China deals
by Andrew BEATTY Australian universities are being investigated over their contracts with Chinese-state run Confucius Institutes, officials said Thursday, amid fresh revelations over the scope of Beijing's control of teaching…
US warship sails through Taiwan Strait, China ‘concerned’
An American warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the US Navy and Taiwanese authorities said Thursday, triggering concern in Beijing. The transit came as China, which views Taiwan as a…
Facebook firm in its quest to launch Libra cryptocurrency
Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday reaffirmed his commitment to the social network's quest to launch Libra cryptocurrency despite pushback from governments and critics. Facebook last month unveiled plans…
US ups price for investors seeking permanent residency permit
Individuals hoping for an American green card in exchange for making a major US financial investment must now fork over more money under the controversial arrangement, according to a new…
US antitrust review of Big Tech firms to curb monopolies
The United States on Tuesday announced it would begin an antitrust review of major online platforms to determine if they have "stifled" innovation or reduced competition. The announcement by the…
Infernal affairs: how triads embraced communist China
by Jerome TAYLOR The savage beating of Hong Kong protesters by a mob of triad gangsters has deepened fears about the city's notorious criminal gangs and the use of shadowy…
Boris Johnson wins race to become Britain’s next PM
by Alice RITCHIE and James PHEBY Boris Johnson won the race to become Britain's next prime minister on Tuesday, but will face a confrontation over Brexit with Brussels and members…