China holds first national civil service exam since raising eligibility age cap
China has launched its first national civil service examination since elevating the eligibility age cap beyond 35. More than 2.8 million people took the annual exam.
--------
4:45
--------
4:45
HKSAR gov't pledges free housing for Tai Po fire victims
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government says it will ensure residents affected by the Tai Po fire receive free housing until their homes are rebuilt.
--------
4:45
--------
4:45
China's manufacturing PMI at 49.2 in November
The purchasing managers' index for China’s manufacturing sector stands at 49.2 in November, higher than the figure in the previous month.
--------
4:45
--------
4:45
UN chief reiterates call for irreversible progress toward two-state solution
In a message on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has reiterated his call for irreversible progress toward a two-state solution.
--------
4:45
--------
4:45
No remains found after search of two fire-hit buildings: HK police
Hong Kong police say they found no remains after searching two of the seven fire-hit buildings in a residential complex on Saturday, with 144 people previously listed as missing now confirmed safe.