The artificial intelligence boom is partially spurring investment in Asia-Pacific’s data centre properties with a record US$11.6 billion worth of capital poured into the segment in 2025, according to CBRE. In Hong Kong, while AI-related demand is unlikely to be met because of technical limitations, leasing of data centre space was supported by “hyperscale CSPs…
Melbourne, Early this week, Iranian state-linked media floated a plan to charge the operators of undersea internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz for access to what they say is Iran’s offshore territory. Iran is threatening undersea cables. The world’s ‘digital chokepoints’ have never been more vulnerable The suggestion comes after Iranian warnings that several…
In October last year, Singapore’s three-day Formula One (F1) Grand Prix showcased the tremendous economic impact that world-class sporting events can bring to a city. The event attracted more than 300,000 attendees, the second highest in its history. Since Singapore began hosting F1, the races have drawn more than 720,000 international visitors and generated about…
Hong Kong’s rail giant has sold its first-ever Australian dollar-denominated green bonds for a record A$2 billion (US$1.4 billion) to fund environmentally friendly projects, marking the country’s largest order book. The bonds, issued in two equal tranches, were oversubscribed more than sixfold by a variety of investors, the MTR Corporation said on Tuesday. The offering…
A former Hong Kong youth cricketer has set a world record after running the length of Sri Lanka in just over six and a half days, overcoming a journey beset by problems, during which “nothing went to plan”. Rahul Sharma, 24, said he faced a slew of obstacles along the way – from logistical chaos…
After every win in Hong Kong last week, Alexander Bublik would retire to the same Japanese restaurant and savour a “beautiful pint of beer”. Bublik’s drink on Sunday night would have tasted especially satisfying, after his victory over Lorenzo Musetti in the Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open final elevated him to a career-high…
After cutting his teeth competing in front of unruly American college audiences, Gabriel Diallo is undaunted about the prospect of tackling “local superstar” Coleman Wong Chak-lam and a partisan Hong Kong crowd on Wednesday. Diallo gained some insight into the cauldron he will encounter in his Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open second-round match,…
HONG KONG- Melbourne welcomed a new long-haul international connection as Hong Kong Airlines (HX) officially launched services to Melbourne Airport (MEL), becoming the airport’s 41st airline partner. The inaugural flight marked a notable expansion of air links between Australia and East Asia, strengthening connectivity between Victoria and the Greater Bay Area. The new service connects…
Celebrity arrivals have begun to trickle in with their monochrome looks for Derby Day held at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne on Saturday. But while there are some standout looks, not everyone has hit the mark at this year’s impromptu fashion show. Australia’s ‘hottest footy WAG’ Chelsea Becirevic risked a serious wardrobe malfunction as she stepped out…
Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Australia’s First Pets in Cabin Flights: Virgin Australia Offers a New Way to Travel with Pets Published on October 29, 2025 Virgin Australia has taken a groundbreaking initiative, leading to the establishment of the very first Pets in Cabin service in Australia. This service, which runs between Melbourne…