Search under way for 68‑year‑old man missing since Friday in Hong Kong
Lau Kin‑pong left his Tai Po home after arguing with family member and was last seen on Shan Tong Road
· Danny Mok
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Newest first · UTC+11:00‘Cruel hoax’ or ‘work-life balance nirvana’: whatever happened to the four-day work week?
It has been years since the four-day work week was floated as a solution to everything from traffic congestion to burnout. So why aren’t we all doing it now?
· Aston Brown
Queensland police sued after officer caught describing Indians as ‘perverts’ while investigating rideshare driver
Exclusive: Racial discrimination alleged after police withdrew indecent act charge a year after officer was recorded talking about ‘fucking Indians’
· Andrew Messenger
Flood control probe to continue — Palace
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Sunday said investigations into alleged multibillion-peso flood control corruption will continue even after the conclusion of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI).
· Philippine News Agency
7 die in Nepal as bus carrying Indian pilgrims plunges off mountain road into ravine
Nine people were injured, including seven other pilgrims, when the bus careered off a road and rolled about 150 metres down a slope
· Associated Press
Iranians fleeing to neighbouring countries: UN
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) says deteriorating conditions in Iranian cities are “driving increasingly complex mobility patterns”.
· Middleeasteye
Chinese carmakers step up global expansion using idled foreign facilities
Great Wall Motors, Geely and other Chinese carmakers are using an asset-light strategy to accelerate their growth overseas
· Daniel Ren
McLaren launches investigation after Norris and Piastri unable to start F1's Chinese Grand Prix
McLaren driver Lando Norris of Britain watches the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix race at the Shanghai International Circuit, in Shanghai, China, Sunday, March 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)
· James Ellingworth
Price caps, taking the stairs, and short-sleeved shirts: How countries are coping with the Iran war energy shock
Countries around the world have scrambled to cope with the fallout of the energy shock from the Iran war, imposing measures from fuel export bans, loosening refining standards, and even getting workers to climb stairs instead of taking elevators.
· Lim Hui Jie, Sawdah Bhaimiya
Lewis Hamilton 'incredibly grateful' to Ferrari as long wait for F1 podium ends
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain celebrates after he clocked the third fastest time in the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix race at the Shanghai International Circuit, in Shanghai, China, Sunday, March 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
· James Ellingworth
Evacuation flight brings home 204 Koreans from Middle East
A South Korean military transport aircraft carrying more than 200 evacuees from the Middle East landed at Seoul Air Base in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, Sunday evening, completing a government operation to bring home Korean nationals who had been stranded, amid escalating regional conflict.
· Moon Joon-hyun
BOK says Middle East-linked extra budget unlikely to fuel inflation
The Bank of Korea said a supplementary budget being discussed to cushion the economic fallout from the war in the Middle East is unlikely to significantly fan inflation, even as oil-driven cost pressures build.
· Choi Ji-won
Tariffs, stockpiles, distrust: the EU’s messy bid to ditch China hits capacity problems
‘Thinly spread’ bloc seeks this week to thrash out memorandum on critical minerals with the US, eyeing more formal instrument down the road
· Finbarr Bermingham
It’s time to institute restrictions on car use
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Soldados israelíes disparan a auto familiar en la Cisjordania ocupada y matan a 4 personas
RAMALA, Cisjordania (AP) — Soldados israelíes dispararon contra un automóvil en el que viajaba una familia en el norte de Cisjordania, lo que causó la muerte de cuatro personas, entre ellas dos niños, informó el Ministerio de Salud de la Autoridad Palestina.
· Sam Metz
People rescued from cars as flooding continues in Queensland
Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre
· Sarah Swain
BTS comeback concert: Know before you go
Authorities in Seoul are preparing extensive security and traffic measures ahead of the BTS comeback concert set for March 21 at Gwanghwamun Square. Here’s what visitors should know.
· Kim Jae-heun
Israeli soldiers fire on family car, killing 4 in occupied West Bank
RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — Israeli soldiers fired on a car carrying a family in the northern West Bank, killing four people including two children, the Palestinian Authority’s Health Ministry said.
· Sam Metz
Maple Leafs take road losing streak into matchup with the Wild
Toronto Maple Leafs (28-27-12, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Minnesota Wild (38-17-12, in the Central Division)
· The Associated Press
Increased truck load limits to boost regional fuel supplies
The state government has announced an increase to load limits for trucks delivering petrol, diesel and fertiliser in a bid to ease concerns about fuel security in WA.
· Michael Philipps
[OPINION] Who wins, loses when brands ride on an athlete’s success?
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· Jasmine Payo
Gmarket drives higher traffic with brand partnerships
Gmarket, the e-commerce arm of Shinsegae Group, said Sunday that brands participating in its strategic partnership program are seeing strong sales gains, prompting plans to extend the model into high-potential categories.
· No Kyung-min
Vape fire on plane triggers emergency response at Melbourne Airport
Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre
· Sarah Swain
Nepal’s uprising took their loved ones. Now they hope for change – gallery
View image in fullscreenStones thrown by demonstrators partly cover the road in front of the parliament during youth-led protests that toppled Nepal’s prime minister. Kathmandu, Nepal, 8 September 2025. Seventy-seven people were killed in two days of protests that later forced the resignation of KP Sharma Oli and sh…
Headless, handless body found on New York road 56 years ago ID’d through DNA; killer remains unknown
The headless, handless body of a man found on the side of a lonely road in New York’s Allegany County 56 years ago has been identified through DNA advancements, officials announced this week.
· Fox News
Keegan Bradley reveals his bitter reality after Ryder Cup loss: ‘still heartbroken’
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — Almost every day, when Keegan Bradley wakes up — whether it’s in his own bed at home or on the road in a hotel while at a tournament — he thinks about it.
· Mark Cannizzaro
One teenager dead, another fighting for life after fall on mountain
Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?
· Patrick Brischetto
Record-breaking Kimi Antonelli starts on pole for F1's Chinese Grand Prix
Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Italy gestures during the drivers parade ahead of the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix race at the Shanghai International Circuit, in Shanghai, China, Sunday, March 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)
Bus accident in Nepal kills seven Indian pilgrims, injures nine
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — A passenger bus carrying Indian pilgrims slipped off a mountain road and rolled down its slopes in central Nepal, killing seven people and leaving nine more injured, police said Sunday.
New signalling system launches smoothly despite minor glitches on MTR’s Tsuen Wan line
Some trains misaligned with platform screen doors but such teething problems rare as Hong Kong rail operator deploys additional staff to aid service
· Leopold Chen
Indiana faces Milwaukee, aims to break road losing streak
Indiana Pacers (15-52, 15th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (27-39, 11th in the Eastern Conference)
· The Associated Press
Memphis visits Chicago on 4-game road skid
Memphis Grizzlies (23-43, 11th in the Western Conference) vs. Chicago Bulls (27-40, 12th in the Eastern Conference)
· The Associated Press
Orlando puts road win streak on the line against Atlanta
Orlando Magic (38-28, fifth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Atlanta Hawks (36-31, eighth in the Eastern Conference)
· The Associated Press
Sushui Tech to Launch Its Fuel Cell Cloud Service at World Smart Energy Week 2026, Tokyo
TOKYO, March 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sushui Tech, a leading innovator in direct methanol fuel cell technology, announced its participation in Smart Energy Week 2026, taking place from March 17 to 19 at Tokyo Big Sight. At Booth W14-71, the company will unveil its Fuel Cell Cloud Service for global markets along wit…
· PRNEWSWIRE
Perth man extradited to Adelaide and charged over 24-year-old's bizarre death
Auto news: These are Australia's safest roads.
· 9News Staff
Piastri starts fifth in China, Norris does not make it to the grid
McLaren has been unable to have either car on the starting grid for the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix.
· Michael Doyle
Luka Doncic’s game-winner lifts Lakers to OT win over Nuggets
For 30 ½ minutes on Saturday night, the Lakers were in the driver’s seat while they were hosting the Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena.
· Khobi Price
Teen charged after boy dies in allegedly stolen car rollover
Property News: Australia's most expensive streets, and how much it costs to live in them.
· Yashee Sharma
Wild footage shows allegedly drunk driver unleashing chaos in carpark
Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.
· Sarah Swain
Footage shows 'drunk' driver hitting multiple cars before being arrested in toilet
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Grab, Move It roll out fuel discount, incentives for drivers amid soaring pump prices
MANILA, Philippines — Ride-hailing and motorcycle taxi platforms Grab Philippines and Move It announced the rollout of a financial support package for their driver-partners as soaring fuel prices threaten the livelihood of transport workers who depend on the platforms for daily income.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
Hyundai-backed Motional launches Ioniq 5 robotaxi service with Uber
Motional, Hyundai Motor Group's autonomous driving joint venture with Uber, launched a robotaxi pilot service using the Hyundai Ioniq 5 in Las Vegas on Sunday.
· Jeon Ji-woo
S. Korea evacuates 204 nationals from Middle East on military aircraft
South Korea is evacuating more than 200 of its nationals from parts of the Middle East amid escalating regional tensions, with a military transport aircraft carrying the group currently en route to Korea, the Foreign Ministry said Sunday.
· Lee Sun-young
Meta planning sweeping layoffs
NEW YORK (Reuters) -- Meta is planning sweeping layoffs that could affect 20 percent or more of the company, three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, as Meta seeks to offset costly artificial intelligence infrastructure bets and prepare for greater efficiency brought about by AI-assisted workers.
· Reuters
One dead, one seriously injured after head-on crash west of Brisbane
Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?
· Patrick Brischetto
Bodycam footage shows SoCal cops unleashing barrage of bullets on armed passenger during traffic stop
Disturbing bodycam footage shows six police officers unloading their clips on a car passenger who grabbed his gun and fired during an tense standoff in the San Diego area.
· Nina Joudeh
Ukraine war briefing: six people killed as Russia unleashes missile and drone attacks, officials say
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia targeted energy infrastructure near Kyiv but residential buildings and schools also hit. What we know on day 1,481
· Guardian staff and agencies