Israeli and Lebanese officials have concluded a preliminary round of talks in the United States. A US statement says the two sides have agreed to direct negotiations at a mutually agreed-upon time and place. Jamie Clarke has more.

The International Monetary Fund has cut its growth outlook, warning that the world economy could be “thrown off course” by war in the Middle East - as the conflict roils commodity markets and sparks higher prices. Jamie Clarke reports.

President Xi Jinping has proposed a four-point plan to promote peace and stability in the Middle east. He unveiled his strategy during a meeting in Beijing with the crown prince of Abu Dhabi. Azam Khan reports.

Immigration offices across Spain are threatening to strike over a mass amnesty programme for undocumented migrants. They say the country's systems are unprepared to handle as many as half a million applications. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has described the drive as not only an act of justice but also an economic necessity, as Jamie Clarke reports.

China's foreign trade grew 15 percent year on year in the first quarter. The General Administration of Customs says that the total value of imports and exports of goods reached 11.8 trillion yuan between January and March. As Chloe Feng reports, exports rose nearly 12 percent, while imports were up almost 20 percent.

Are we going to see a second Formula 1 race in China, on top of the event in Shanghai? Hainan's local government has signalled its intention to bring an F1 race to the southern island after it unveiled development plans aimed at securing a deal to host motorsport's pinnacle event. Former racing driver and team owner Nick Marsh told RTHK's Backchat that the country has a 200 million-plus fan base.

The former chairman of property developer Evergrande Group has pleaded guilty in a Shenzhen court during his two-day public trial, which ended yesterday. Marcus Lum has details.

The Jockey Club says it respects the government's decision to suspend plans to launch basketball betting. Officials said the move is because of the emergence of prediction markets, which they say could entice more people to engage in illegal gambling. Frank Yung has the details.

New People's Party lawmaker Adrian Ho has called on the government to assess the potential risks from prediction markets on other wagers in the city after the administration put basketball betting on hold. Mr Ho, deputy chairman of Legco's panel on home affairs, culture and sports, spoke to Frank Yung.

The Insurance Complaints Bureau has said there were 857 reports last year, an increase of 33 percent from 2024. Almost half of the settled cases involved medical-related policies, while around one-fifth involved travel insurance. Michael Tsui, chair of the bureau's insurance claims complaints panel, spoke to Chloe Feng.

The government has proposed new measures to improve the inspection process for water seepage. As Elvis Yu reports, this is to encourage property owners to address such problems and carry out repair works as early as possible.

The Institute of Surveyors welcomed the new measures on inspecting water seepage. Carmen Lai, who chairs the organisation's building surveying division, pointed out that infrared thermal imaging cameras are highly effective in finding the root source of water leaks. She spoke with Elvis Yu.

Business and shipping representatives have welcomed the Hong Kong government's relief measures in response to surging fuel prices. But they expressed worries about inflation down the line. Willy Lin, honorary chairman of the Hong Kong Shippers' Council and Anthony Lam, chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries, spoke on RTHK's backchat programme.

Officials have proposed giving an independent advisory body new powers to probe serious problems involving civil servants, allowing it to enter government premises and demand people provide assistance. As Frank Yung reports, anyone who doesn't cooperate with such probes could face disciplinary action.

The head of Beijing's Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office will give a speech via video link at the opening ceremony of the National Security Education Day later today. Damon Pang has the details.

The Education Bureau has launched a voluntary listing system designed to boost transparency and strengthen the city's bid to become an international education hub. The move will also give parents a new tool to navigate Hong Kong's private school landscape. Damon Pang reports.

The chief executive says stability is what makes Hong Kong stand out. In a message to more than 4,000 financial leaders and investors from 50 countries and regions at an HSBC investment summit, John Lee said the city remains a top choice for investors in today's geopolitical roller-coaster world. Elvis Yu reports.

The Consumer Council has urged domestic helper employment agencies to step up their gatekeeping role. This follows a rise in complaints over hiring disputes – including repeated no-shows and mismatched language abilities. Natale Ching reports.

The Consumer Council says it receives more than 100 complaints annually about domestic helper employment agencies, including repeated no-shows and mismatched language abilities. Lam Hon-ming, a member of the council's committee on research and testing, spoke to Hailey Yip.

Champions League title-holders Paris Saint-Germain are through to the semi-finals after beating Liverpool 2-0 in the second leg of their last eight tie. The French giants progressed 4-0 on aggregate, thanks to a double from Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele. Atletico Madrid are also into the next stage after holding off La Liga rivals Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate. Nazvi Careem has more.