By Lo Hoi-ying Women arriving from uganda had 1.5kg of suspected cocaine pellets worth HK$1.3 million hidden in their bodies. Source: Hong Kong customs arrests 2 women for allegedly smuggling cocaine in their bodies
By Frank Chen Other priorities set out at meeting include strengthening supply chains, more fiscal backing for tech-focused start-ups, and more aid to businesses facing difficulties. Source: China’s finance ministry vows measures to boost consumption and investment next year
By Agence France-Presse Protesters were demanding Christian rights and condemning injustice amid growing Islamist influence post-Assad, after Islamist fighters burned a Christmas tree. Source: Hundreds protest in Syria after burning of Christmas tree sparks outrage among Christians