Two women, accused of murdering North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s estranged half-brother, plead not guilty as their case begins at a court in Malaysia. Graham Mackay reports. Continue reading
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Playboy founder Hugh Hefner dies at 91
He helped usher in a sexual revolution in the 1950s, and his business empire ultimately became one of the world’s most recognizable brands. Now, after more than 60 years of publishing and partying, cultural icon Hugh Hefner has passed away. Graham Mackay reports. Continue reading
Brexit bill wins UK parliamentary vote
Britain’s parliament backs legislation to sever ties with the European Union, a reprieve for Prime Minister Theresa May who now faces demands by lawmakers for concessions before it becomes law. Graham Mackay reports. Continue reading
U.S. senate votes to launch repeal of Obamacare
The U.S. Senate takes a first concrete step toward dismantling President Barack Obama’s signature health insurance program. Graham Mackay reports. Continue reading
Alibaba Singles Day sales break $5 bln in an hour
Alibaba’s Singles’ Day sales surged past last year’s 91.2 billion yuan ($13.36 billion) total with nearly nine hours left on the clock, but growth was markedly slower than in 2015 as shoppers sought even bigger price cuts. Graham Mackay reports.
Taiwan asks Google to blur island images
Taipei’s Defense Ministry asks Google to blur Itu Aba, its one and only holding in the South China Sea, from satellite images on Google Maps and Google Earth. Graham Mackay reports. Continue reading