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Beijing - It was the eye-roll that launched a thousand gifs. China's censors are scrambling to put a lid on a social media frenzy unleashed by a journalist's reaction to a softball question during the mostly scripted annual parliament session.

Some non-profits may feel the pinch of a new provincial payroll tax, according to a question posed by Richmond Centre’s MLA during the legislative assembly’s question period.

Colombo - Facebook said Wednesday it was responding to Sri Lanka's concerns over incendiary material shared on its platform and hoped internet restrictions imposed during anti-Muslim riots last week would be lifted soon.

Trustee: it is public ‘fear-mongering’

China's recent attempt to control thermal coal prices in the country in the face of stronger-than-expected demand in January shows that suppliers may continue to experience a decline in opportunities in that market.

Governance and farmland encroachment are key concerns for City of Richmond, says Mayor Malcolm Brodie

Music, art, food and craft beer on tap for September celebration

Singapore - Singapore launched public hearings on possible legislation to combat "fake news" Wednesday, which critics said could be used to curtail free speech.

Scrapping the George Massey tunnel and replacing it with a bridge will cost less than the $3.5 billion originally thought, according to a City of Delta George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project update report.

Hong Kong - Hong Kong's bubble tea fever has leaped from long queues outside street stalls to the stock market with a maker of the drink tripling on its trading debut on Wednesday. Priced at HK$1 ($0.13), shares of B & S International Holdings Ltd.