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2024-11-05 23:00:08

Company aims to offer 30-minute luxury tours in passenger drones high above Hong Kong
Subsidiary of Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings seeking first-mover advantage with fleet of 30 uncrewed drones undergoing test flights over border.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3285332/company-aims-offer-30-minute-luxury-tours-passenger-drones-high-above-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-11-02 06:00:18

China boss apologises for ‘let them rot’ remark forcing staff to put work before family
Overbearing project manager slapped down on social media over callous comments ‘deeply rooted in inherent Chinese values’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3284600/china-boss-apologises-let-them-rot-remark-forcing-staff-put-work-family?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-11-02 06:00:09

Why tiny water bears are true survivors – and what it might mean for astronauts
The microscopic animal has radiation-resistant genes that could have applications in space, crops and medicine, Chinese researcher says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3284558/why-tiny-water-bears-are-true-survivors-and-what-it-might-mean-astronauts?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-30 10:00:09

‘Heartbroken’ China KOL claims married official dumped her to wed another mistress
Anger brews on social media over punishment meted out to love cheat official as questions mount over his conduct.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3284310/heartbroken-china-kol-claims-married-official-dumped-her-wed-another-mistress?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-25 04:00:11

Snow leopards could vanish from Nepal by 2050 under severe climate change, study warns
With temperatures rising and habitats shrinking, Nepal’s big cats face an uncertain future, according to new research.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3283740/snow-leopards-could-vanish-nepal-2050-under-severe-climate-change-study-warns?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-24 20:05:39

Argentina police raid Buenos Aires hotel where One Direction’s Liam Payne died
Officers seized items including computer hard drives and camera footage from the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires, a government official said.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3283759/argentina-police-raid-buenos-aires-hotel-where-one-directions-liam-payne-died?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-24 12:49:14

Nursing student at top private hospital in Hong Kong arrested over multiple thefts
Suspect, 27, allegedly stole cash and credit cards from patients and other staff members in case involving more than HK$110,000.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3283734/nursing-student-top-private-hospital-hong-kong-arrested-over-multiple-thefts?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-24 03:56:49

No let-up likely in EU trade battle with China as commission nominees take tough stand
Senior officials nominated to help run European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen echo her confrontational approach to China.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3283573/no-let-likely-eu-trade-battle-china-commission-nominees-take-tough-stand?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-23 09:57:33

Body of sailor found 10 metres underwater in Hong Kong after 2-day search and rescue operation
Sailor, 24, fell into sea at around 12.30pm on Monday after helping to secure docked ship at fill bank in Tuen Mun.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283547/body-sailor-found-10-metres-underwater-hong-kong-after-2-day-search-and-rescue-operation?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-20 09:18:45

Man suspected of planning Israel embassy attack arrested in Germany
A heavily armed elite police unit is reported to have stormed the man’s flat near Berlin after a tip off from a foreign intelligence agency.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3283106/man-suspected-planning-israel-embassy-attack-arrested-germany?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-18 11:55:03

Israeli military kills two attackers crossing from Jordan’s Dead Sea area
The incident an attack last month when a gunman from Jordan killed three Israeli civilians at a border crossing in the occupied West Bank.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3282986/israeli-military-kills-two-attackers-crossing-jordans-dead-sea-area?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-10 02:07:30

‘Extremely dangerous’ Hurricane Milton makes landfall, walloping Florida coast
Category 3 Hurricane Milton is threatening Tampa Bay with a life-threatening storm surge.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3281777/extremely-dangerous-hurricane-milton-makes-landfall-walloping-florida-coast?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-10 02:00:26

Nepal floods deliver US$127 million blow to country’s economy, amid climate challenges
September’s floods caused millions in damages, displacing thousands and threatening economic growth, as climate change exacerbates future risks.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3281742/nepal-floods-deliver-us127-million-blow-countrys-economy-amid-climate-challenges?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-10 02:00:13

Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: Sisterpeer helps women get back on their feet, start businesses
Social enterprise founded amid Covid pandemic is among this year’s finalists in Spirit of Hong Kong Awards’ teamwork category.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3281627/spirit-hong-kong-awards-sisterpeer-helps-women-get-back-their-feet-start-businesses?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-10 01:51:15

Tech war: OpenAI says it foiled suspected China-linked phishing attack on employees
The US start-up says SweetSpecter, a suspected China-based group, posed as a ChatGPT user and sent emails to staff with malware attached.
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https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-war/article/3281773/tech-war-openai-says-it-foiled-suspected-china-linked-phishing-attack-employees?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-09 22:41:43

US woman flees after home is invaded by up to 100 raccoons
The woman says she started feeding a family of the animals decades ago, but their numbers suddenly ballooned and they became aggressive.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3281765/us-woman-flees-after-home-invaded-100-raccoons?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-09 18:02:27

Volodymyr Zelensky sees ‘opportunity’ to end war in Ukraine by 2025
Moscow’s troops continue to gain ground in Ukraine’s east, while Kyiv’s forces control a small chunk of Russian territory across the border.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3281758/volodymyr-zelensky-sees-opportunity-end-war-ukraine-2025?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-09 03:00:10

Should Hong Kong banks pay you back if you are the victim of a financial scam?
About HK$4.5 billion in losses have been incurred from scam and fraud cases in the city in the first six months of 2024.
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https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3281499/should-hong-kong-banks-pay-you-back-if-you-are-victim-financial-scam?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-09 02:59:34

ChatGPT developer OpenAI to open Singapore office
Singapore now serves as the Asia hub for several major US internet firms, including Alphabet Inc.’s Google and Meta Platforms Inc.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3281630/chatgpt-developer-openai-open-singapore-office?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-09 02:07:36

China’s stocks head for topsy-turvy day: Hang Seng gains while mainland markets plunge
Hong Kong’s benchmark Hang Seng Index rose 1.7 per cent when it opened, while the CSI 300 Index fell 2 per cent on the mainland.
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https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3281625/chinas-stocks-head-topsy-turvy-day-hang-seng-gains-while-mainland-markets-plunge?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-07 22:57:35

Russia denies freed ‘Merchant of Death’ Viktor Bout is now dealing arms in Yemen
Wall Street Journal reported that Bout, released from US in a 2022 prisoner exchange, appears to have brokered sale of small arms to Houthis.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3281461/kremlin-denies-freed-merchant-death-viktor-bout-now-dealing-arms-yemen?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-07 13:43:51

Ukraine claims cyberattack that blocked Russian state TV online on Putin’s birthday
Hackers reportedly disrupted 20 Russian state TV and radio channels. Russia calls the cyberattack part of a ‘hybrid war’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3281446/ukraine-claims-cyberattack-blocked-russian-state-tv-online-putins-birthday?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-07 09:35:07

Southeast Asia scammers stole up to US$37 billion in 2023; Singapore ‘tip of the iceberg’: UN
The UN says the region has become a hotbed for money laundering, and illegal gambling, with criminal groups using advanced technologies to expand operations.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3281395/southeast-asia-scammers-stole-us37-billion-2023-singapore-tip-iceberg-un?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-07 03:02:06

Hong Kong police arrest mother over leaving 9-month-old daughter alone in flat
Police say baby showed no signs of injury and had been sent to Kwong Wah Hospital for medical check.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3281319/hong-kong-police-arrest-mother-over-leaving-9-month-old-daughter-alone-flat?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-06 10:47:42

Tunisia votes with opposition behind bars, Saied set for re-election
Though the birthplace of the Arab Spring, the election is seen as a closing chapter in the Tunisia’s experiment with democracy.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/africa/article/3281277/tunisia-votes-opposition-behind-bars-saied-set-re-election?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-06 03:17:08

227 confirmed dead from Helene as Florida braces for new storm
The death toll continues to rise, with some fearing more bodies could be found while Florida prepares for yet another tropical cyclone.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3281250/227-confirmed-dead-helene-florida-braces-new-storm?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-03 23:01:52

US dockworkers and operators reach deal to end port strike, union says
The tentative agreement is for a wage hike of around 62 per cent, an insider says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3281003/us-dockworkers-and-operators-reach-deal-end-port-strike-union-says?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-03 23:00:10

From ‘Healthy’ to ‘Perfit’: former Physical fitness outlet in Hong Kong renamed again
Hong Kong’s consumer watchdog says new investor in gym has been in touch.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3280995/healthy-perfit-former-physical-fitness-outlet-hong-kong-renamed-again?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-03 22:51:40

WHO approves first mpox diagnostic test for emergency use
More than 800 people across Africa have died from mpox, with the head of Africa CDC saying the epidemic is ‘not under control’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3281002/who-approves-first-mpox-diagnostic-test-emergency-use?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-03 11:58:54

Britain agrees to Chagos Island sovereignty deal with Mauritius, retains military base
Operation of Diego Garcia, a strategic military base jointly operated by the UK and US, is protected by the agreement.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/africa/article/3280982/britain-agrees-chagos-island-sovereignty-deal-mauritius-retains-military-base?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-03 05:30:08

Indonesia’s move to rehabilitate Suharto reopens wounds, draws condemnation
Indonesian legislators have removed the dictator’s name from a corruption decree and proposed to award him a national hero status.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3280904/indonesias-move-rehabilitate-suharto-reopens-wounds-draws-condemnation?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-02 10:56:07

Fine Art Asia 2024 fair preview and how new collectibles section targets young visitors
Fine Art Asia founder Andy Hei and collectibles section curator Grace Lau talk about involving a younger crowd in at the 2024 fair.
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https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/3280801/fine-art-asia-2024-fair-preview-and-how-new-collectibles-section-targets-young-visitors?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-02 10:55:22

Israel bars UN chief from entering country over Iran attack response
Israel has been a harsh critic of the UN, with ties between the state and the international body souring even more after the October 7 Hamas attacks.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3280834/israel-bars-un-chief-entering-country-over-iran-attack-response?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-02 08:00:37

Malaysia dad sets son’s motorbike on fire, driven by concern for his safety in late-night races
Father defends his actions, believes bike has transformed his son into a ‘monster’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3280310/malaysia-dad-sets-sons-motorbike-fire-driven-concern-his-safety-late-night-races?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-02 04:15:21

US rap mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of sexual misconduct by 120 people: lawyer
Latest legal action will heap further pressure on the US rap star who is in jail on criminal charges.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3280749/us-rap-mogul-sean-diddy-combs-accused-sexual-misconduct-120-people-lawyer?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-01 17:25:33

US-China talks helping avoid Chinese retaliation against Biden tariff hikes
Meetings with US officials gave their Chinese counterparts a ‘nuanced understanding’ of the decision and helped head off a ‘huge escalation’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3280728/us-china-talks-helping-avoid-chinese-retaliation-against-biden-tariff-hikes?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-01 10:35:47

Germany arrests Chinese woman who allegedly passed airport details to suspected spy
German authorities arrested a Chinese national for allegedly supplying espionage data on a major air freight hub to a suspected Chinese spy.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3280699/germany-arrests-chinese-woman-who-allegedly-passed-airport-details-suspected-spy?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-01 09:22:49

Airlines in Philippines cut China flights on lower demand amid sea row, online casinos ban
One of the carriers, Philippine Airlines, says ‘the Chinese market has been slower to recover’ compared with other regions.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3280692/philippine-airlines-cut-flights-china-lower-demand-amid-sea-row-online-casinos-ban?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-10-01 09:21:13

Japan’s cabinet under new PM Ishiba is ‘backslide’ for female representation, sparking criticism
Shigeru Ishiba appointed only 2 women to his cabinet, down from 5 previously, highlighting a setback in gender equality efforts.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3280691/japans-cabinet-under-new-pm-ishiba-backslide-female-representation-sparking-criticism?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-30 16:02:21

Next phase of war will begin soon, says Israel defence minister
Meanwhile, the Pentagon is referring reporters to Israel about whether an Israeli ground incursion into Lebanon is imminent.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3280612/next-phase-war-will-begin-soon-says-israel-defence-minister?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-30 16:00:11

As China’s ‘shock and awe’ strategy simmers: 4 takeaways from September’s PMIs
China’s official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rose to a five-month high in September, but the reading from a private survey slipped into contraction.
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https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3280550/chinas-shock-and-awe-strategy-simmers-4-takeaways-septembers-pmis?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-30 15:41:15

Eye doctor injured in alleged attack at Hong Kong public hospital
Doctor at Pok Oi Hospital allegedly attacked during consultation, sustaining injuries to ear, head and neck.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3280611/eye-doctor-injured-alleged-attack-hong-kong-public-hospital?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-29 09:14:32

Top Iranian general killed by same Israeli strike as Nasrallah
The death of Gen. Abbas Nilforushan marks the latest Iranian casualty as the Israel-Gaza war threatens a wider regional conflict.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3280426/top-iranian-general-killed-same-israeli-strike-nasrallah?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-29 08:51:46

Nepal schools close after deadly floods, landslides kill 129
The Kathmandu Valley’s haphazard infrastructure development has amplified climate change risks in Nepal, locals believe.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3280425/nepal-schools-close-after-deadly-floods-landslides-kill-129?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-28 21:21:07

Netanyahu says Israel ‘settled the score’ with Hezbollah chief killing
US President Biden calls Nasrallah’s death ‘a measure of justice’ for his victims, while other world leaders warn of repercussions.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3280393/netanyahu-says-israel-settled-score-hezbollah-chief-killing?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-28 07:50:30

Cathay Pacific business lounge at Hong Kong airport forced to shut after fire, 250 evacuated
Staff on duty promptly alerted firefighters of the incident at the lounge’s supporting facilities on Saturday morning, carrier says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3280354/cathay-pacific-business-lounge-hong-kong-airport-forced-shut-after-fire-250-evacuated?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-28 07:12:42

Teary-eyed fans throng Tokyo zoo to bid farewell to China-bound pandas
‘Just like pandas, I hope Japan and China can be friends,’ said a visitor, who came to admire Ri Ri and Shin Shin at Ueno zoo.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3280349/teary-eyed-fans-throng-tokyo-zoo-bid-farewell-china-bound-pandas?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-28 07:00:07

Who is Shigeru Ishiba, Japan’s leader in waiting, and what will he bring to China ties?
Advocate of ‘Asian Nato’ to counter China who also seeks more balanced US ties could ruffle feathers on either side of Pacific, analysts say.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3280323/who-shigeru-ishiba-japans-leader-waiting-and-what-will-he-bring-china-ties?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-26 10:30:13

Hong Kong developer Lai Sun prices The Parkland in Yuen Long at 10-year low to lure buyers
The first batch of 50 units at The Parkland in Yuen Long has an average price of HK$9,278 per square foot.
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https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3280073/hong-kong-developer-lai-sun-prices-parkland-yuen-long-10-year-low-lure-buyers?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-24 11:31:14

Hong Kong Disneyland to bump ticket prices by up to 13%, unveils deals for annual pass holders
One-day tickets will cost 5 to 7 per cent more and annual membership prices will increase by 3 to 13 per cent higher starting Wednesday.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3279792/hong-kong-disneyland-bump-ticket-prices-13-unveils-deals-annual-pass-holders?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-24 11:22:16

ByteDance unveils 2 new video-generation AI models to narrow gap with OpenAI’s Sora
The new Doubao-PixelDance and Doubao-Seaweed large language models will be available from next month.
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https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3279790/bytedance-unveils-2-new-video-generation-ai-models-narrow-gap-openais-sora?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-23 13:16:55

Award-winning French photojournalist Louise Delmotte denied entry to Hong Kong
Post learns Associated Press journalist Delmotte refused entry as tourist on September 14, after earlier being denied work visa extension.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279657/award-winning-french-photojournalist-louise-delmotte-denied-entry-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-23 11:17:31

Kamala Harris has ‘small picture’ view on US-China tech rivalry, senior Chinese diplomat says
Wu Hailong says US zero-sum mindsets amid ongoing trade restrictions cannot hold back China’s economic progress.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3279640/kamala-harris-has-small-picture-view-us-tech-rivalry-china-senior-chinese-diplomat-says?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-22 09:17:27

China’s Chang’e-6 reveals greyer, rockier soil from far side of the moon
First peek at samples from latest Chinese lunar mission follows news that Chang’e-4 rover Yutu-2 is still roaming moon’s ‘dark side’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3279497/chinas-change-6-reveals-greyer-rockier-soil-far-side-moon?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-21 11:30:06

Malaysian king breaks down as he remembers dead son during talks with China’s Xi Jinping
Sultan Ibrahim thanks China for helping to treat son who later died of liver cancer, reveals close family link with Guangdong province.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3279448/malaysian-king-breaks-down-he-remembers-dead-son-during-talks-chinas-xi-jinping?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-20 10:44:38

Singapore seeks to fight deepfakes in elections with new laws ahead of 2025 polls
The country is proposing legislation that allows candidates to flag deepfakes of themselves aiming to maintain public trust and ensure fair elections.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3279357/singapore-seeks-fight-deepfakes-elections-new-laws-ahead-2025-polls?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-20 10:43:15

Filipino book lover turns home into communal library
A 72-year-old bibliophile in the Philippines has been running a library from his home in Manila for over 20 years.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/article/3279356/filipino-book-lover-turns-home-communal-library?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-20 06:25:56

Hunt for origins of Lebanon exploding pagers widens to Bulgaria, Norway
Supply chains investigated after deadly pager attacks that also injured more than 2,300 people across Lebanon this week.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3279270/hunt-origins-lebanon-exploding-pagers-widens-bulgaria-norway?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-18 03:08:22

China’s Lenovo builds AI servers in India as supply chain shift gathers pace
While India’s tech manufacturing sector is still small compared with China, it now makes increasingly sophisticated products such as iPhones.
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https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-war/article/3278950/chinas-lenovo-builds-ai-servers-india-supply-chain-shift-gathers-pace?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-17 12:40:08

Instagram rolls out teen account with privacy, parental controls as scrutiny mounts
Users under 16 years of age can change the default settings only with a parent’s permission.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3278917/instagram-rolls-out-teen-account-privacy-parental-controls-scrutiny-mounts?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-16 14:11:12

Suspect in apparent Trump assassination bid, wrote book urging Iran kill ‘buffoon’ ex-president
Ryan Routh’s online presence reveals shifting political views, including support for Trump and Biden, advocating for Ukraine and criticising Trump.
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2024-09-16 12:00:09

China reveals how WZ-7 drone, bomber joint action can ‘burst into enemy circle of fire’
CCTV airs first official footage of WZ-7 and bomber jet taking part in joint air attack during drills at undisclosed location.
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2024-09-15 10:00:09

China man kills off-leash dog by throwing it to ground after chasing scares granddaughter
Owner thinks pet was just playing with young childen so did not intervene to stop the chasing.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3278316/china-man-kills-leash-dog-throwing-it-ground-after-chasing-scares-granddaughter?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-15 09:58:57

Saudi Arabia seeks to attract Hong Kong investments for new year-round tourist spot Aseer
‘We want to bring the expertise, the know-how that Hong Kong’s businessmen have and transfer that knowledge to our region,’ Sultan Alshehri says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3278605/saudi-arabia-seeks-attract-hong-kong-investments-new-year-round-tourist-spot-aseer?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-14 21:50:33

Ohio woman behind pet-eating rumours spread by Donald Trump admits claims are false
Republicans have parroted Erika Lee’s accusations, prompting bomb threats in Springfield and causing Haitian migrants to become targets.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3278563/ohio-woman-behind-pet-eating-rumours-spread-donald-trump-admits-claims-are-false?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-14 10:00:07

Recent study into ancient Chinese oracle bones highlights how AI is changing archaeology
Pattern recognition algorithm could determine if a 3,000-year-old oracle bone was written by someone left-handed or right-handed.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3278486/recent-study-ancient-chinese-oracle-bones-highlights-how-ai-changing-archaeology?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-14 06:07:39

Hong Kong’s giant panda twins to be taken out of incubators in 2 weeks, Ocean Park says
‘They’re constantly wriggling and playing on their bed, and sometimes they even let out a loud squeal,’ the park says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3278522/hong-kongs-giant-panda-twins-be-taken-out-incubators-2-weeks-ocean-park-says?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-13 12:30:18

Hong Kong family-office wooing campaign gathers steam, summit attendance shows
Summit draws 150 attendees as city continues effort to build talent ecosystem and cement status as Asia’s family-office hub.
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https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3278462/hong-kong-family-office-wooing-campaign-gathers-steam-summit-attendance-shows?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-13 12:30:09

US, China must pitch in to help vital Track 2 dialogue succeed
In the face of deep mistrust, government on both sides must adopt a nuanced approach that balances competition with cooperation and seek common ground.
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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3278081/us-china-must-pitch-help-vital-track-2-dialogue-succeed?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-13 12:09:21

Philippines sovereign wealth fund seeks Beijing collaboration despite South China Sea disputes
The fund’s CEO, Rafael Consing Jnr, believes the Philippines should leverage opportunities from China, despite maritime disputes.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3278470/philippines-sovereign-wealth-fund-seeks-beijing-collaboration-despite-south-china-sea-disputes?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-13 04:08:02

Malaysia trade minister urges Asean centrality, cooperation: ‘we will all be winners’
Speaking at the Hong Kong-Asean Summit 2024, Malaysia’s Tengku Zafrul Aziz says global businesses need ‘neutral’ Asean as a partner.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3278352/malaysia-trade-minister-urges-asean-centrality-cooperation-we-will-all-be-winners?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-13 04:00:17

Hong Kong will soon need to pay to enter the UK. What should you know about the ETA system?
The Post breaks down electronic travel authorisation (ETA) documents and the places where they are used.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3278307/hong-kong-will-soon-need-pay-enter-uk-what-should-you-know-about-eta-system?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-13 04:00:10

Feud between Philippines’ Duterte and Marcos camps worsens over embezzlement allegations
The budget for Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio’s office has been slashed as she alleges an impeachment ‘plot’ against her.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3278301/feud-between-philippines-duterte-and-marcos-camps-worsens-over-embezzlement-allegations?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-12 19:40:42

Senior US official praises China’s cooperation on export controls for technology transfers
‘End-use checks’ have improved since the pandemic, but pending congressional legislation is keeping mainland firms in limbo.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3278322/senior-us-official-praises-chinas-cooperation-export-controls-technology-transfers?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-12 11:09:02

Diners lick their lips as popular Hong Kong cooked food market reopens after renovations
Stallholders happy to see loyal customers return to cooked food market in Sheung Wan but say rising costs eating into business.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3278287/diners-lick-their-lips-popular-hong-kong-cooked-food-market-reopens-after-renovations?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-12 06:19:20

China, Philippines agree to keep talking after ‘candid’ Sabina Shoal discussions
Conciliatory tone of BCM meetings contrasts with rising tensions between the two countries’ coastguards and naval vessels in disputed waters.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3278211/china-philippines-agree-keep-talking-after-candid-sabina-shoal-discussions?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-12 06:05:31

Profits for Chinese firms fall in second quarter; trend seen reversing in fourth
Mainland-listed companies reported a collective decline in profit for the second quarter, due in part to a weak domestic economy.
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2024-09-11 21:30:07

How Chinese with disabilities are inspiring a more inclusive country
China must enforce its disability rights laws and improve accessibility, but social attitudes also need to shift beyond discrimination and pity.
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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3278041/how-chinese-disabilities-are-inspiring-more-inclusive-country?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-11 18:06:16

Elon Musk takes jab at Taylor Swift for Kamala Harris endorsement, riling China’s Swifties
The tech billionaire and Trump supporter told ‘childless cat lady’ Swift ‘I will give you a child and guard your cats with my life’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3278158/elon-musk-takes-jab-taylor-swift-kamala-harris-endorsement-riling-chinas-swifties?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-11 04:00:14

How Modi’s BJP turned bulldozers into a ‘deadly weapon’ against Muslim homes in India
Victims urge the Supreme Court to stop Muslim-owned properties being arbitrarily razed under the guise of removing ‘illegal’ structures.
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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3277994/how-modis-bjp-turned-bulldozers-deadly-weapon-against-muslim-homes-india?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-11 03:47:39

Taylor Swift backs Kamala Harris for US president
The pop star said ‘I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos’.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3278043/taylor-swift-backs-kamala-harris-us-president?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-10 12:30:10

Hong Kong should be on the front lines of climate finance
Hong Kong’s strides in green finance can provide great momentum for eco-friendly transitions with partners of the Belt and Road Initiative.
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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3277776/hong-kong-should-be-front-lines-climate-finance?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-09 02:47:36

German passenger dies after passing out on Hong Kong-Mumbai Cathay Pacific flight
Man, 71, was declared dead at North Lantau Hospital on Sunday.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3277713/german-passenger-dies-after-passing-out-hong-kong-mumbai-cathay-pacific-flight?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-06 21:41:21

US warns of ‘new and heightened risks’ in Hong Kong due to national security laws
The multi-agency Hong Kong Business Advisory said that a security ordinance passed in March could affect businesses and individuals operating in the city.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3277572/us-warns-new-and-heightened-risks-hong-kong-due-national-security-laws?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-06 04:47:02

Cathay’s A350 planes, the death of Jane Wu, Yagi shuts down Hong Kong: 7 highlights
From Cathay Pacific cancelling dozens of flights to China’s approach to Vietnam, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3277279/cathays-a350-planes-death-jane-wu-yagi-shuts-down-hong-kong-7-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-06 01:00:13

46% jump in number of applicants for Hong Kong police after entry rules eased
More than 11,698 residents applied for inspector and constable roles in 2023-24, up from 7,997 in previous financial year.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3277349/46-jump-number-applicants-hong-kong-police-after-entry-rules-eased?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-05 19:38:39

Hunter Biden offers to plead guilty to tax charges in unusual legal move
The son of the US president hopes to avoid admitting any wrongdoing with an ‘Alford plea’ and head off a lengthy trial before the election.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3277391/hunter-biden-offers-plead-guilty-tax-charges-unusual-legal-move?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-04 09:21:31

Rise of Germany’s far-right AfD stokes fears at concentration camp site
The AfD has little chance of entering government for now as all other political parties have refused to ally with it to form a government
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3277186/rise-germanys-far-right-afd-stokes-fears-concentration-camp-site?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-04 09:04:32

Mentally ill Hong Kong woman, 77, pleads guilty to killing husband after suspecting affair
Psychiatric patient, 77, who had false idea of husband having affair, pleads guilty to manslaughter after killing him with cleaver.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3277175/mentally-ill-hong-kong-woman-77-pleads-guilty-killing-husband-after-suspecting-affair?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-03 19:02:02

US says ‘time to finalise’ Gaza deal after Israeli hostage deaths
Washington is working with mediators to ‘push for a final agreement’ between Israel and Hamas, after the bodies of six captives were found.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3277088/us-says-time-finalise-gaza-deal-after-israeli-hostage-deaths?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-02 05:46:55

Hong Kong police on hunt for evidence after HK$110,000 robbery at currency exchange
‘A preliminary count shows around 100,000 yuan and several hundreds of Hong Kong dollars were stolen from the store,’ the force says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3276823/hong-kong-police-hunt-evidence-after-hk110000-robbery-currency-exchange?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 10:00:17

Saudi Arabia seeks Chinese tech as it reinvents itself as car and automation hub
Saudi minister of industry to visit Guangzhou and Hong Kong on week-long East Asia tour to boost ties and explore joint ventures.
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https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3276753/saudi-arabia-seeks-chinese-tech-it-reinvents-itself-car-and-automation-hub?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 10:00:16

Archaeologists reveal remarkable tales of resilience among women throughout China’s history
Researchers analysed two examples of resilience among ancient women and found a propensity to survive after traumatic injury.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3276738/archaeologists-reveal-remarkable-tales-resilience-among-women-throughout-chinas-history?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 09:39:18

Hong Kong education chief opens up about eldest son’s suicide, vows to support youth
Christine Choi says incident left ‘big hole in her heart’, but religion, reading, and family and friends helped her to cope with son’s death.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3276761/hong-kong-education-chief-opens-about-eldest-sons-suicide-vows-support-youth?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 09:25:22

Hong Kong students should sing national anthem ‘with emotion’ on return to school: minister
Education chief Christine Choi issues reminder before first day of academic term, with flag-raising ceremonies expected at schools.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3276760/hong-kong-students-should-sing-national-anthem-emotion-return-school-minister?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 09:09:01

Some Hongkongers still feeding pigeons despite threat of HK$5,000 fine with ban in full force
From Sunday, anyone caught feeding wild pigeons will receive an on-the-spot HK$5,000 fine, rather than a verbal warning.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3276759/some-hongkongers-still-feeding-pigeons-despite-threat-hk5000-fine-ban-full-force?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 08:42:06

Close watch on Hong Kong’s new panda mum Ying Ying as food tastes change after birth of twins
Ying Ying used to like the whole of a bamboo shoot now she prefers the base, Ocean Park says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3276756/close-watch-hong-kongs-new-panda-mum-ying-ying-food-tastes-change-after-birth-twins?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 08:30:09

Big Oil threatening to turn Cop29 into fight over industry’s future
Opec and top oil firms are fiercely opposing efforts to reduce oil and gas demand, seeing economic doom if climate goals are given priority.
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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3276741/big-oil-threatening-turn-cop29-fight-over-industrys-future?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-09-01 08:11:07

Hong Kong Observatory says tropical cyclone near Philippines likely to move closer to city
Area of low pressure will turn into tropical cyclone and drift to coast of Southern China later this week, Observatory says.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3276752/hong-kong-observatory-says-tropical-cyclone-near-philippines-likely-move-closer-city?utm_source=rss_feed

2024-08-31 08:30:09

Could Japan’s ruling party election revamp relations with China?
The election of an unorthodox figure to lead the Liberal Democratic Party could allow for much-needed balance between diplomacy and deterrence.
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