Who was Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli strike?

The astute strategist led the Lebanese group for three decades, turning it into one of the region’s most powerful paramilitary organisations.

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SpaceX launches rescue mission for Nasa astronauts stuck in space

Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were unable to return to Earth on Boeing’s Starliner as planned because of safety concerns.

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China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls for Mideast ceasefire, hits trade sanctions

In speech at UN, Wang Yi positions China as global peacemaker, warns against countries inciting confrontation in Asia.

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Pure Fitness says unpaid rent dispute with Central branch landlord resolved

Physical fitness chain tells customers all of its gyms operating as usual, but some patrons remain sceptical of company’s future.

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Fears of ‘catastrophic’ flooding as US hurricane deaths rise to 44

The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Deanne Criswell, said ‘over 600 rescues’ have been conducted.

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Crowds buzzing for National Day-theme drone show over Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour

‘Galloping Horses in the Sky’ is the theme of the 15-minute drone show.

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Unsure how to spend National Day break in Hong Kong? The Post has you covered

Hong Kong has lined up series of activities to mark 75th anniversary of country’s founding, including discounts and an evening drone show.

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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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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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Hong Kong’s Cally Kwong, award-winning choir to perform patriotic songs on National Day eve

Next Generation Chorus Performance will take place at 8.30pm on Monday at Art Park in the West Kowloon Cultural District.

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80 years after Battle of Peleliu, Japanese families still seek their lost loved ones

Eighty years after the brutal Battle of Peleliu, Toshiko Kido searches for her grandfather’s remains, part of Japan’s effort to repatriate war dead.

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The US bill that could turn up the heat in the anti-China propaganda war

The House of Representatives has backed a billion-dollar proposal to counter Beijing’s ‘malign influence’ around the world.

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Waterspout spotted over Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour: weather forecaster

Hong Kong Observatory says waterspout is seen swirling across the harbour at 12.30pm.

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US coastguard rescues man and dog from sinking boat during Hurricane Helene

They were hoisted into a helicopter after their vessel became disabled off the coast of Florida.

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Why SpaceX’s Chinese rivals can turn around faster if rocket launches fail

While SpaceX faces lengthy paperwork for each launch approval, flexible regulations in China allow aerospace firms to rebound faster.

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Kamala Harris vows to cut fentanyl flow to US, urges China to boost crackdown on precursor chemicals

Harris also pledged to tighten border security and accused Trump of blocking a bill that would have stemmed the flow of fentanyl.

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Hong Kong police called after entry to MTR 45th anniversary carnival closes

Crowds waiting outside the entrance repeatedly shouted ‘open the door! Open the door!’, footage shows.

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Singapore university prepares for tourist surge during China’s Golden Week

National University of Singapore to restrict tourists from using campus shuttle service, food courts at UTown residence during holiday period.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3280294/singapore-university-prepares-tourist-surge-during-chinas-golden-week?utm_source=rss_feed


China-Mongolia e-commerce, tourism creates buzz in tiny Gobi Desert town

Chinese border city of Erenhot has become the hotbed for e-commerce orders and tourism with Mongolia, helped out by a 24-hour freight border crossing.

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In Hong Kong’s commercial real estate market, ‘everybody has their own fair share of pain’

Hong Kong’s commercial property market has buckled under the crushing weight of China’s economic malaise, an exodus of global firms, a supply glut and high interest rates.

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Hezbollah reckons with future after Israel targets Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut strike

Killing or incapacitating Nasrallah will not trigger Hezbollah’s collapse but it would be a major blow to the group’s morale.

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Gaza polio case shows dangers of losing war against the disease

Creating conditions where routine health interventions cannot be delivered, as is the case in Gaza, risks disastrous consequences.

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Dinner with strangers? Hongkongers craving real-world connections turn to ‘secret’ meet-ups

Services have popped to meet demand for authentic interactions in post-Covid world and amid social media fatigue.

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Why China’s Southeast Asia belt and road push could give it edge in critical battleground

Infrastructure projects such as high-speed rail could help Beijing keep US from coaxing region into its orbit, analysts say.

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Omega leases another shop in Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay as agents see retail leasing pickup

Swiss luxury watchmaker Omega is leasing another shop on Russell Street, once the world’s priciest retail strip, for US$51,404 a month.

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GISB: unmasking the shadowy sect behind Malaysia’s worst child sex abuse scandal

The GISB scandal reveals a harrowing tale of exploitation, as former members recount a legacy of abuse hidden behind a facade of faith.

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China and Brazil hold peace plan meeting at UN, aim to be ‘partners to Russia and Ukraine’

Beijing’s top diplomat voices hope for convening international peace conference with ‘fair discussion’ of all proposals as US and EU sit out.

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New York Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty to corruption charges, rejects calls to resign

Prosecutors say Turkish diplomats and businesspeople illegally funnelled money to Adams’ campaign and showered him with luxury travel perks.

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China’s hint of fiscal pivot fuels stock surge as investors see room for rally to run

US money manager Invesco, citing hopes of higher government spending, predicts a 20 per cent gain – on top of this week’s rise.

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Lebanon fears Gaza-like carnage as Israel ramps up air strikes

Almost a year after the start of its war in Gaza, Israel has turned its focus on Lebanon to target Hezbollah weapons sites and militants.

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Xi Jinping’s economic rally cry, Hong Kong takes Singapore’s crown: SCMP’s 7 highlights

From Xi’s call at an unexpected Politburo meeting to Hong Kong regaining top billing, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

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Norway issues international wanted notice for man connected to exploding pagers in Lebanon

Notice is part of a multi-country investigation into last week’s deadly device explosions in Lebanon that were widely blamed on Israel.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3280147/norway-issues-international-wanted-notice-man-connected-exploding-pagers-lebanon?utm_source=rss_feed


Former Singapore soldier gets 10 years in jail for raping underage girl

The prosecution said Muhammad Mohamed Iqbal’s ‘behaviour was motivated by a calculated decision to fulfil his sexual urges’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3280140/former-singapore-soldier-gets-10-years-jail-raping-underage-girl?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong scientist Dennis Lo approved to serve as next head of Chinese University

Molecular geneticist was sole candidate to succeed outgoing Rocky Tuan, who was embroiled in controversy following the 2019 social unrest.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3280142/hong-kong-scientist-dennis-lo-approved-serve-next-head-chinese-university?utm_source=rss_feed


Panda Watch: twins’ eyes open wider, spotlight shared with Hong Kong newcomers An An and Ke Ke

Twins pass six-week mark, as adult panda pair touch down in city to begin 30-day quarantine at Ocean Park.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3280087/panda-watch-twins-eyes-open-wider-spotlight-shared-hong-kong-newcomers-and-ke-ke?utm_source=rss_feed


AIIB adds new member as development bank emarks on grand global mission

Micronesian island of Nauru named as the 110th member of the Beijing-headquartered Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) on Thursday.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3280059/aiib-adds-new-member-development-bank-emarks-grand-global-mission?utm_source=rss_feed


Malaysia owes it to young victims of cult-linked group to start healing process

The authorities have said little about the steps they will take to help the more than 550 children recover from their trauma.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3280040/malaysia-owes-it-young-victims-cult-linked-group-start-healing-process?utm_source=rss_feed


Singapore says UN at an ‘inflection point’, seeks limits on Security Council’s veto powers

Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan said reforms needed to ‘constrain the exercise of the veto’ by the five permanent members.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3280136/singapore-says-un-inflection-point-seeks-limits-security-councils-veto-powers?utm_source=rss_feed


Wall Street jumps on China stocks after Beijing wields stimulus ‘big guns’

Chinese stocks are on a tear, and prominent figures including billionaire investor David Tepper and Goldman Sachs’ Scott Rubner are all in.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3280134/wall-street-jumps-china-stocks-after-beijing-wields-stimulus-big-guns?utm_source=rss_feed


China’s all-out action plan could gather pace in 2-4 weeks with fiscal loosening: analysts

Analysts suggest China could sell at least 1 trillion yuan (US$142 billion) of special treasury bonds and lift its budget deficit ratio.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy/article/3280072/chinas-all-out-action-plan-could-gather-pace-2-4-weeks-fiscal-loosening-analysts?utm_source=rss_feed


Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: wuxia author goes digital to share stories with youth

Chan Mei-to has written 11 novels, more than 400 short stories and is encouraging young people to write and engage with Chinese culture.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3280060/spirit-hong-kong-awards-wuxia-author-goes-digital-share-stories-youth?utm_source=rss_feed


World must agree nuclear plants are off limits even in wartime

The Ukraine war has exposed the vulnerability of civilian nuclear facilities when war erupts. Could a no-attack agreement plug the security gap?

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3279919/world-must-agree-nuclear-plants-are-limits-even-wartime?utm_source=rss_feed


Alibaba sets US$142 million promotion to waive delivery fees for Hong Kong’s Taobao users

Delivery charges on the city’s Taobao users will be waived for each order that costs more than HK$99 during this fourth quarter.

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https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3280088/alibaba-sets-us142-million-promotion-waive-delivery-fees-hong-kongs-taobao-users?utm_source=rss_feed


Grace Jones, Macy Gray, The Cardigans and Asian acts wow Ombak Festival 2024 in Malaysia

American singers swap stories in between performing at Desaru Coast in Johor, Malaysia along with The Cardigans, Joe Flizzow, Masdo and more.

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https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3279990/grace-jones-macy-gray-cardigans-and-asian-acts-wow-ombak-festival-2024-malaysia?utm_source=rss_feed


Australia’s Qantas Airways duped nearly 1 million passengers in fake flights scandal

The carrier agreed to pay US$82 million in fines and compensation for selling tickets on 71,000 flights it had already decided to cancel.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3280044/australias-qantas-airways-duped-nearly-1-million-passengers-fake-flights-scandal?utm_source=rss_feed


Fiat and Jeep owner Stellantis’ CEO follows Chinese route to avoid EV tariff ‘trap’

Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, a major investor of EV maker Leapmotor, said the best way to compete is to ‘try to be Chinese ourselves’.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3280037/fiat-and-jeep-owner-stellantis-ceo-follows-chinese-route-avoid-ev-tariff-trap?utm_source=rss_feed


Singapore’s train commuters flustered by one of longest MRT service disruptions

The disruption is into a second day with a transport analyst saying hundreds of thousands of commuters are likely to have been affected.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3280036/singapores-train-commuters-flustered-one-longest-mrt-service-disruptions?utm_source=rss_feed


Thailand counts cost of climate crisis as tourists in Chiang Mai warned of flood risks

The country is still dealing with flash floods since Super Typhoon Yagi, which has killed hundreds of people across Southeast Asia.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3280024/thailand-counts-cost-climate-crisis-tourists-chiang-mai-warned-flood-risks?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong home rents surge to near record highs as flat prices sink further

A seasonal influx of renters and bets on further declines in home prices are driving the trends, analysts say.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3280022/hong-kong-home-rents-surge-near-record-highs-flat-prices-sink-further?utm_source=rss_feed


China vows to save private economy, stabilise real estate market in Politburo meeting

Gathering comes after financial authorities rolled out wide-reaching stimulus measures this week.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/article/3280018/china-vows-save-private-economy-stabilise-real-estate-market-politburo-meeting?utm_source=rss_feed


Kamala Harris surprises many with her boldly pro-gun stance

Kamala Harris’ seemingly unguarded comment about her gun – and when she would use it – surprises many.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3280011/kamala-harris-surprises-many-her-boldly-pro-gun-stance?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong government rebuts Human Rights Watch report decrying city’s declining academic freedom

Government says report by US-based advocacy group Human Rights Watch filled with “malicious smears” and disregards chaos of 2019 campus riots.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3280004/hong-kong-government-rebuts-human-rights-watch-report-decrying-citys-declining-academic-freedom?utm_source=rss_feed


Japan vessel joins Australia and New Zealand in naval transit of Taiwan Strait

This is the first time a Japanese ship has sailed through the stretch of water between the island and the Chinese mainland.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3279988/japan-naval-vessel-joins-australia-nz-navy-transit-taiwan-strait?utm_source=rss_feed


Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: blind psychologist gives back despite hardship

Jennifer Wong has been selected as a finalist for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards 2024 in the perseverance category.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/3279934/spirit-hong-kong-awards-blind-psychologist-gives-back-despite-hardship?utm_source=rss_feed


US Congress approves deal to avert election-period government shutdown

Measure will keep funding the US government through December 20, when Congress will have to approve more spending.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279980/us-congress-approves-deal-avert-election-period-government-shutdown?utm_source=rss_feed


China’s mortgage cut still insufficient to move the needle, boost spending for homeowners

Raft of policy and interest rate changes were unveiled on Tuesday as China’s policymakers sought revive the world’s second-largest economy.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy/article/3279945/chinas-mortgage-cut-still-insufficient-move-needle-boost-spending-homeowners?utm_source=rss_feed


‘We’re agile, energetic’: don’t underrate ourselves, tycoon Michael Kadoorie tells Hong Kong

Media-shy energy and hotel tycoon Kadoorie and his son and heir apparent Philip discuss future of country’s economy in rare interview.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3279962/were-agile-energetic-dont-underrate-ourselves-tycoon-michael-kadoorie-tells-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed


China’s EV makers pull out all the stops to beat Tesla in autonomous driving race

China’s EV makers are intensifying efforts in autonomous driving technology, with L3 systems expected in 1 million cars by 2026 despite regulatory hurdles.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3279957/chinas-ev-makers-pull-out-all-stops-beat-tesla-autonomous-driving-race?utm_source=rss_feed


Quad makes it clear to China it’s much more than ‘sea foam’

While Beijing initially dismissed the notion of the Quad, it now sees the grouping as a formidable force to reckon with in the coming years.

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3279746/quad-makes-it-clear-china-its-much-more-sea-foam?utm_source=rss_feed


Most Chinese-Americans say Washington not doing enough to fight discrimination: study

Respondents note struggles with psychological issues, particularly those who are younger, female and regularly experience racial prejudice.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3279967/most-chinese-americans-say-washington-not-doing-enough-fight-discrimination-study?utm_source=rss_feed


US-China progress sparks hope for Cop29, Azerbaijan says

‘Positive signals’ after talks between the two superpowers has raised hopes for a breakthrough, the host country’s chief negotiator says.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279974/us-china-progress-sparks-hope-cop29-azerbaijan-says?utm_source=rss_feed


Putin changes Russia’s nuclear doctrine in warning to West over strikes from Ukraine

Moscow will now consider any assault by a non-nuclear state supported by a nuclear power to be a joint attack and could hit back with nukes.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3279973/putin-changes-russias-nuclear-doctrine-warning-west-over-strikes-ukraine?utm_source=rss_feed


Watchdog looking into dumpling shop in Hong Kong over controversial job ad

Yuan Ji Yun Jiao dumpling shop job notice prioritising female migrants from Guangdong province drew online backlash.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279968/watchdog-looking-dumpling-shop-hong-kong-over-controversial-job-ad?utm_source=rss_feed


To recline or not? A look at in-flight rules after Cathay bans Cantonese couple over seat row

The Post unpacks protocols, common misconduct on flights and what can get you blacklisted.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3279955/recline-or-not-look-flight-rules-after-cathay-bans-cantonese-couple-over-seat-row?utm_source=rss_feed


Russian lawmakers back adoption ban on ‘sick’ countries allowing gender reassignment

Moscow has long portrayed itself as a bulwark against liberal values, but that trend has hugely accelerated since the Ukraine war began.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3279948/russian-lawmakers-back-adoption-ban-sick-countries-allowing-gender-reassignment?utm_source=rss_feed


China’s first lady Peng Liyuan reaches out to US students during Beijing sports event

Peng Liyuan calls on young people from both countries to ‘inject positive energy into bilateral relations’ during event to help enhance China-US exchanges.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3279897/chinas-first-lady-peng-liyuan-reaches-out-us-students-during-beijing-sports-event?utm_source=rss_feed


China’s yuan continues upward climb after Beijing’s stimulus roll-out

The yuan reached its highest level in over a year on Wednesday following interest rate cuts and new measures from China’s central bank.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3279884/chinas-yuan-continues-upward-climb-after-beijings-stimulus-roll-out?utm_source=rss_feed


31 pupils among 43 arrested in crackdown on Hong Kong criminal syndicates recruiting teens

Investigations reveal four syndicates offered money and free drugs to recruit teenagers in Wong Tai Sin.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3279880/31-pupils-among-43-arrested-crackdown-hong-kong-criminal-syndicates-recruiting-teens?utm_source=rss_feed


Hezbollah says fired ballistic missile targeting Mossad headquarters near Tel Aviv

Warning sirens sounded in Tel Aviv as a surface-to-surface missile was intercepted by air defence systems.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3279879/hezbollah-says-fired-ballistic-missile-targeting-mossad-headquarters-near-tel-aviv?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong court remands teaching assistant in custody after guilty plea for DSE exam leak

Court hears Lau Kwan-hei leaked questions from university entrance exam’s English test on Xiaohongshu, breaching confidentiality terms.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3279874/hong-kong-court-remands-teaching-assistant-custody-after-guilty-plea-dse-exam-leak?utm_source=rss_feed


Monitor lizard ‘Aberdeen’, longtime animal ambassador in Hong Kong, dies at 16

The 1.5-metre-long lizard died five days after it was found following a mysterious disappearance.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3279871/monitor-lizard-aberdeen-longtime-animal-ambassador-hong-kong-dies-16?utm_source=rss_feed


Japan scientists uncover hundreds of huge desert doodles in Peru using AI

The Nazca lines, massive etchings on the desert floor depicting animals, plants and imaginary beings, have fascinated scientists for decades.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3279857/japan-scientists-uncover-hundreds-huge-desert-doodles-peru-using-ai?utm_source=rss_feed


Chinese nanotech pioneer leaves US, panda stem cell breakthrough: 7 science highlights

From submarine detection technology to a giant panda conservation, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting on science.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3279831/chinese-nanotech-pioneer-leaves-us-panda-stem-cell-breakthrough-7-science-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed


Keir Starmer’s call for release of Gaza ‘sausages’ goes viral

Keir Starmer quickly corrected himself, but footage of the awkward mistake quickly circulated on social media.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3279854/keir-starmers-call-release-gaza-sausages-goes-viral?utm_source=rss_feed


Armoured vehicle crash in Australia injures 12 Singapore troops

Singapore’s Defence Ministry said the armoured vehicles had been returning to base when they collided.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3279847/armoured-vehicle-crash-australia-injures-12-singapore-troops?utm_source=rss_feed


OpenAI pitched White House on unprecedented data centre buildout

OpenAI has pitched the Biden administration on the need for massive data centres to develop more AI models to compete with China.

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https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3279837/openai-pitched-white-house-unprecedented-data-centre-buildout?utm_source=rss_feed


China launches ICBM with simulated warhead into Pacific Ocean: defence ministry

Test launch by PLA Rocket Force ‘achieves expected purpose’ and is a routine part of annual military training, Beijing said.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3279842/china-launches-icbm-simulated-warhead-pacific-ocean-defence-ministry?utm_source=rss_feed


Art unites and overrides geopolitics, can help Hong Kong tourism, Italian princess says

Princess Camilla of Bourbon Two Sicilies says Hong Kong can be Asia’s art capital as she auctions her prized Van Gogh masterpiece.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3279815/art-unites-and-overrides-geopolitics-can-help-hong-kong-tourism-italian-princess-says?utm_source=rss_feed


Malaysia resort halts shotgun crow cull after complaints

As tourists dined nearby, a local outcry forced officials to reconsider their crow control tactics in the bustling Penang resort area.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279835/malaysia-resort-halts-shotgun-crow-cull-after-complaints?utm_source=rss_feed


HSBC to extend US$641 million in preapproved loans to aid Hong Kong SMEs

Initiative aims to ease access to capital for entrepreneurs who are looking to invest at the beginning of a rate-cut cycle.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3279832/hsbc-extend-us641-million-preapproved-loans-aid-hong-kong-smes?utm_source=rss_feed


Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: traditional Chinese medicine practitioner targets wider audience

Lam Kar-yeung has been selected as a finalist for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards 2024 in the culture category.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279804/spirit-hong-kong-awards-traditional-chinese-medicine-practitioner-targets-wider-audience?utm_source=rss_feed


Singapore closes in on Hong Kong’s population, tops 6 million for first time

The increase in Singapore’s population was largely driven by non-residents, including foreign workers and international students.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279830/singapore-closes-hong-kongs-population-tops-6-million-first-time?utm_source=rss_feed


5 million watch viral clip of China teen viciously attacking mum for refusing to give him money

Boy caught chasing, kicking mother, could not contain his rage after being subdued.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3279482/5-million-watch-viral-clip-china-teen-viciously-attacking-mum-refusing-give-him-money?utm_source=rss_feed


US charges suspected Trump gunman Ryan Routh with attempted assassination

If convicted, Routh – accused of pointing a rifle through a fence at the ex-US president’s Florida golf club – could face life behind bars.

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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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Singapore unveils advanced submarines as Asia’s undersea rivalry grows

The German-built vessels are quieter and more technologically advanced than their predecessors, allowing them to operate farther from shore using fewer sailors.

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Philippines faces ‘strategic quandary’ by hosting US Typhon missile system indefinitely

China has called for the Typhon’s removal from the Philippines as it sees the system as a threat in the region, analysts say.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3279778/philippines-faces-strategic-quandary-hosting-us-typhon-missile-system-indefinitely?utm_source=rss_feed


North Korea eyes membership in China-led Brics, amid growing ties with Russia

North Korea skipped the UN General Assembly for Russia-linked Brics events, but experts question the feasibility of Pyongyang gaining bloc membership.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3279765/north-korea-eyes-membership-china-led-brics-amid-growing-ties-russia?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong police need separate guidelines for handling mentally-ill suspects: government adviser

Member of mental health advisory committee says force can expect more cases involving mentally ill people, suggests dedicated training for officers.

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South Korea vows military response to North’s balloons, stoking escalation fears

With public safety at stake, the South’s response could include targeted actions against the balloons themselves, observers say.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3279661/south-korea-vows-military-response-norths-balloons-stoking-escalation-fears?utm_source=rss_feed


Fruit of baobab, Africa’s ‘tree of life’, is new superfood yet harvesters live in poverty

Demand for baobab fruit, which is full of healthy properties, is growing worldwide, but their harvesters live on the poverty line.

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India detects first case of fast-spreading mpox strain

Public health officials are on high alert, implementing enhanced screening measures at international airports.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3279717/india-detects-first-case-fast-spreading-mpox-strain?utm_source=rss_feed


Meta’s AI chatbot to get voices of Awkwafina, Judi Dench, other celebrities, source says

Meta’s new feature comes after rival OpenAI introduced a ChatGPT voice that sounded like actress Scarlett Johansson, without her consent.

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https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3279697/metas-ai-chatbot-get-voices-awkwafina-judi-dench-other-celebrities-source-says?utm_source=rss_feed


Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: 27 finalists in the running at annual event for unsung heroes

Awards, which are jointly organised by the Post and Sino Group, will also include two new categories for nurturing and entrepreneurship.

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Newly merged Australian university to boost partnerships with city, attract Hongkongers

Adelaide University can increase interactions with city’s institutions, target growing number of mature students, co-vice-chancellors say.

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China to cut rates, reserve ratio to support economy

People’s Bank of China, National Administration of Financial Regulation and the China Securities Regulatory Commission held a press conference on Tuesday.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy/article/3279681/china-cut-rates-reserve-ratio-support-economy?utm_source=rss_feed


China tea shop in hot water after ‘funny’ video of staff wearing paper handcuffs backfires

Employees filmed with signs around necks outlining their ‘crimes’ in the workplace.

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Hong Kong dazzled by drone shows but creative content, fewer rules needed, experts say

Creativity is key to keep attracting people to drone shows while commercial elements also need to be strengthened, lawmaker says.

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Trump listens but is mostly quiet at event about China’s influence on US economy

Trump’s backdrop at Pennsylvania event was sign reading ‘Protect our food from China’ as farmers expressed concerns about losing way of life.

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California sues ExxonMobil, says it lied about plastics recycling

Attorney General said less than 5 per cent of plastic is recycled into another plastic product in US, even if items labelled as ‘recyclable’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279672/california-sues-exxonmobil-says-it-lied-about-plastics-recycling?utm_source=rss_feed


Fake ‘Brad Pitt’ scams 2 women in Spain of more than US$360,000; 5 people arrested

Posing as the US actor, the gang members allegedly promised a future with Pitt and proposed the women invest in projects that did not exist.

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CityUHK launches 9 globally leading Flagship Programmes to cultivate a new generation of innovative leaders

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.]

 City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is committed to providing inspirational, interactive and innovative learning experiences. The University was recognised as the Most International University by Times Higher Education (THE) earlier in 2024. In partnership with top global universities, CityUHK introduced four Flagship Programmes in the 2024/25 academic year, and this will be expanded to nine Flagship Programmes in the 2025/26 academic year.

 Characteristics of Flagship Programmes
 •    Globally oriented curriculum
 •    Overseas academic/research exchanges at top universities
 •    Internships/placements in prestigious institutions
 •    Guaranteed admission to the respective PhD programme in Science/Engineering or the Postgraduate Certificate in Law (upon attainment of the entrance requirements)
 •    Flagship Scholarships covering a one-off exchange sponsorship of up to HK$500,000

 The nine Flagship Programmes are as follows:
 Starting in the 2024/25 academic year:
 •    Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
 •    BBA Global Business
 •    Global Research Enrichment and Technopreneurship
 •    Pathway for Research, Innovation, and Multinational Engineering

 Starting in the 2025/26 academic year:
 •    BSocSc Psychology [Stream: Wellbeing Enhancement and Care Management (WE-CARE) Programme]
 •    Creative Arts and Technology Excellence
 •    Data Empowerment: Learn, Transform and Achieve
 •    International Sustainability Programme for Innovation, Research and Entrepreneurship
 •    Bachelor of Laws

 For more information about the Flagship Programmes and Flagship Scholarships, please visit the following website.

 CityUHK’s global partnerships include (in order of QS World University Rankings):

 •    Massachusetts Institute of Technology
 •    Imperial College London
 •    University of Oxford
 •    Harvard University
 •    University of Cambridge
 •    Cornell University
 •    University of Toronto
 •    Columbia…

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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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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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Facebook co-founder donates US$15 million to Singapore private school that charges US$47,000

The Singapore American School said it would use Eduardo Saverin’s donation to fund key projects, such as building new laboratories.

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Elite police motorcyclists to escort 2 new giant pandas from Hong Kong airport to Ocean Park

Motorcycles in arrow formation will be responsible for the bears’ 40km journey from the airport to the theme park upon their arrival from Sichuan.

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Hong Kong urged to speed up installation of CCTV cameras in taxis after penalty system launch

Industry leader Ng Kwan-sing makes the call after demerit point system aimed at ensuring taxi drivers acted professionally took effect on Sunday.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3279565/hong-kong-urged-speed-installation-cctv-cameras-taxis-after-penalty-system-launch?utm_source=rss_feed


Doctor races to save eyes of those hurt by Lebanon pager and walkie-talkie explosions

Thousands of handheld devices belonging to Hezbollah detonated simultaneously on Tuesday and Wednesday last week, killing 39 and wounding 3,000.

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Asia backs Kamala Harris, turbulent times for Malaysia Airlines: 5 weekend reads

From Asia’s pick in the US election to Malaysia Airlines’ recent woes, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3279546/asia-backs-kamala-harris-turbulent-times-malaysia-airlines-5-weekend-reads?utm_source=rss_feed


France sends anti-riot force to Martinique as thousands defy bans on protests

Violent protests broke out last week in the Caribbean French overseas territory over rising living costs.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3279556/france-sends-anti-riot-force-martinique-thousands-defy-bans-protests?utm_source=rss_feed


Why China’s sea-rail transport link plan for Africa is an echo of the ‘Hunan model’

Proposed network connecting to Africa and Beijing’s language around it are straight from ‘Hunan model’ playbook, observer says.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3279520/why-chinas-sea-rail-transport-link-plan-africa-echo-hunan-model?utm_source=rss_feed


Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand team up to fast-track air travel

The four Asia-Pacific nations aim to make better use of their airspace to trial quicker, more direct flight paths.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279551/singapore-indonesia-australia-new-zealand-team-fast-track-air-travel?utm_source=rss_feed


Chinese scientists find ways to turn carbon dioxide into powerful antioxidant lycopene

Researchers develop technology to mirror biological processes to produce compound that can help protect against heart disease and cancer.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3279366/chinese-scientists-find-ways-turn-carbon-dioxide-powerful-antioxidant-lycopene?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong is attracting top talent but can it keep them?

Bringing in talented people won’t help Hong Kong if the government doesn’t address the high cost of living and lack of support for new arrivals.

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3279328/hong-kong-attracting-top-talent-can-it-keep-them?utm_source=rss_feed


Floods kill 6 on earthquake-battered Japan peninsula

Ishikawa is still reeling from a magnitude-7.5 quake earlier this year, which toppled buildings, triggered tsunamis and sparked a major fire.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3279543/floods-kill-6-earthquake-battered-japan-peninsula?utm_source=rss_feed


FBI raids Singapore-run ship linked to US bridge collapse over negligence

The US Justice Department alleges Grace Ocean Private Ltd and Synergy Marine recklessly cut corners and ignored known electrical problems.

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Hezbollah hits back with rockets as it declares an ‘open-ended battle’ with Israel

Rocket attacks followed an Israeli air strike on Friday in Beirut that killed at least 45 people, including top Hezbollah leader Ibrahim Akil.

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Birds, bees and ballots: Swiss voters reject plan to better protect country’s biodiversity

More than 63 per cent of voters rejected initiative that aimed to boost public funding to encourage farmers to let the wild develop more.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3279537/birds-bees-and-ballots-swiss-voters-reject-plan-better-protect-countrys-biodiversity?utm_source=rss_feed


US House Republicans unveil 3-month stopgap bill to avert government shutdown

Chamber aims to vote on measure on Wednesday. Failure to act by then would shut down swathe of government operations weeks before election.

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Zelensky arrives in US to explain Ukraine’s war plan to Biden

Ukrainian president is expected to try to convince Biden to allow Kyiv to strike targets inside Russia with long-range Western weapons.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279534/zelensky-arrives-us-explain-ukraines-war-plan-biden?utm_source=rss_feed


Modi rallies Indian Americans, lauds diaspora ahead of US election

On US visit, Indian PM did not comment specifically on presidential contest between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, who is of Indian descent.

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Building collapse in Italy kills 2 young children and their mother

Firefighters said gas explosion likely caused collapse of building in Saviano, Naples. Searches still under way to find missing grandmother.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3279531/building-collapse-italy-kills-2-young-children-and-their-mother?utm_source=rss_feed


Mass shooting kills 4, wounds 18 in Alabama nightlife district

Police described the shooting as possibly ‘a hit’ conducted in exchange for payment, and believe the intended target was among the dead.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279528/mass-shooting-kills-4-wounds-18-alabama-nightlife-district?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong tells Taoist group to explain axed drone show after ‘will of heaven’ apology

Sik Sik Yuen, operator of Wong Tai Sin Temple, announced cancellation an hour after show was supposed to begin.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279524/hong-kong-tells-taoist-group-explain-axed-drone-show-after-will-heaven-apology?utm_source=rss_feed


‘Unacceptable’: Hong Kong widow of man shot dead by police says she regrets call for help

Family files complaint to police over officer’s decision to shoot mentally ill man when responding to domestic violence call.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3279517/unacceptable-hong-kong-widow-man-shot-dead-police-says-she-regrets-call-help?utm_source=rss_feed


Less than 33% of Hong Kong secondary school pupils will seek help for mental health issues: poll

Nearly half of 826 pupils polled by Chinese YMCA say they ‘would not necessarily’ seek help, while more than 20 per cent ‘would not seek help at all’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3279515/less-33-hong-kong-secondary-school-pupils-will-seek-help-mental-health-issues-poll?utm_source=rss_feed


Butterfly species in Hong Kong found in record numbers despite habitat harm, NGO says

Green Power’s annual survey finds 186 butterfly species across six hotspots, with 59 types classified as ‘rare’ and ‘very rare’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3279514/butterfly-species-hong-kong-found-record-numbers-despite-habitat-harm-ngo-says?utm_source=rss_feed


Man found unconscious after blaze in luxury flat in Hong Kong’s Mid-Levels

Fire broke out shortly before 5pm in flat in Tower 2 of Elegant Terrace, prompting evacuation of about 50 people.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279503/man-found-unconscious-after-blaze-luxury-flat-hong-kongs-mid-levels?utm_source=rss_feed


Cathay’s ban on abusive passengers ‘right’ move, say Hong Kong industry leaders

Former Airport Authority member and lawmaker say airline had to show it won’t tolerate aggressive behaviour that affects business and flouts rules.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3279501/hong-kong-industry-leaders-call-cathays-ban-abusive-passengers-right-move?utm_source=rss_feed


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


US prepares to ban Chinese, Russian software in connected vehicles over security fears

The rules would also effectively keep Chinese suppliers from establishing a bigger foothold in the US.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279490/us-prepares-ban-chinese-russian-software-connected-vehicles-over-security-fears?utm_source=rss_feed


Israel’s new strategy against Lebanon’s Hezbollah: riskier strikes but avoiding full-scale war

The attacks involving exploding pagers and walkie-talkies aim to blunt the group’s military capabilities and potentially extract concessions.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3279486/israels-new-strategy-against-lebanons-hezbollah-riskier-strikes-avoiding-full-scale-war?utm_source=rss_feed


Are ox gallstones the new gold in Hong Kong? Report finds rising demand for pill ingredient

Ox gallstone is main ingredient in Chinese medicine pill, but chances of finding one in a bovine gallbladder are about one in 500 to 1,000.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3279474/are-ox-gallstones-new-gold-hong-kong-report-finds-rising-demand-pill-ingredient?utm_source=rss_feed


Paul Chan vows to champion Hong Kong market, diversify funding sources after US rate cut

Financial secretary also says extent of Hong Kong’s alignment with US rate cut to depend on ‘local capital flows and market conditions’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3279480/paul-chan-vows-champion-hong-kong-market-diversity-funding-sources-after-us-rate-cut?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong molecular biologist Dennis Lo ‘sole candidate’ to become CUHK president

Source says Lo, famed for pioneering non-invasive prenatal test, to be offered similar employment package to outgoing CUHK head Rocky Tuan.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279477/hong-kong-molecular-biologist-dennis-lo-sole-candidate-become-cuhk-president?utm_source=rss_feed


Indonesia’s ‘bloody nickel’ under fire as US flags forced labour concerns

Reports of worker exploitation and accidents threaten a critical minerals deal with the US, driving calls for reform and more oversight.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3279369/indonesias-bloody-nickel-under-fire-us-flags-forced-labour-concerns?utm_source=rss_feed


Lululemon, Arc’teryx lead niche apparel brands defying China’s spending downturn

‘Consumers with real spending power still have a strong demand for products that are high-end, experiential and relatively niche,’ analyst says.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3279319/lululemon-arcteryx-lead-niche-apparel-brands-defying-chinas-spending-downturn?utm_source=rss_feed


Why learning to love China isn’t like any other school subject

Patriotic education needs a clear approach or it risks failing like previous efforts. Teachers must be prepared and students must know what they are expected to learn.

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3279175/why-learning-love-china-isnt-any-other-school-subject?utm_source=rss_feed


New York Magazine’s Olivia Nuzzi placed on leave over alleged Robert F. Kennedy Jnr affair

The company said the relationship unfolded while the high-profile reporter was covering the US presidential election campaign.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279472/new-york-magazines-olivia-nuzzi-placed-leave-over-alleged-robert-f-kennedy-jnr-affair?utm_source=rss_feed


Are Hong Kong’s trampoline parks safe? Post investigation finds some venues ill-equipped

Tour of three venues with expert uncovers safety concerns relating to lack of padding, possibility of mid-air collisions and adequate supervision.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279452/are-hong-kongs-trampoline-parks-safe-post-investigation-finds-some-venues-ill-equipped?utm_source=rss_feed


Turbulent times for Malaysia Airlines as flight U-turns, talent troubles soar

With competition heating up, the airline’s efforts to rebound have been hindered by mechanical failures and an exodus of engineers.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3279370/turbulent-times-malaysia-airlines-flight-u-turns-talent-troubles-soar?utm_source=rss_feed


Taiwan looks to plug border holes after 2 landings by mainland Chinese men in small boats

Lawmakers point to serious cross-strait security lapses, after neither breach was spotted by Taiwanese authorities until the men were held.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3279376/taiwan-looks-plug-border-holes-after-two-landings-mainland-men-small-boats?utm_source=rss_feed


Marxist politician leads Sri Lanka’s presidential vote

Early results strongly suggest the 55-year-old Anura Kumara Dissanayaka could end up the country’s first leftist commander-in-chief.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3279469/marxist-politician-leads-sri-lankas-presidential-vote?utm_source=rss_feed


China’s museums are full, but graduates can’t find jobs. What’s the state of the art?

Though China’s interest in the arts is at an all-time high, a glut of graduates remains unsure of the field’s career prospects.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3279325/chinas-museums-are-full-graduates-cant-find-jobs-whats-state-art?utm_source=rss_feed


Kamala Harris challenges Donald Trump to 2nd US presidential debate in October

The US vice-president says she has accepted an invitation from CNN for the event; most pundits say she won the last face-off against Trump.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279465/kamala-harris-challenges-donald-trump-2nd-us-presidential-debate-october?utm_source=rss_feed


Israeli strike on Gaza school-turned-shelter kills 21

A spokesman for Gaza’s civil defence agency said more than half the dead were children.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3279461/israeli-strike-gaza-school-turned-shelter-kills-21?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong puts taxi drivers on notice, but will frustrated cabbies simply quit?

City will adopt demerit point system on Sunday, but industry leaders warn ‘unfairly targeted’ drivers may choose to join illegal ride-hailing trade.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3279454/hong-kong-puts-taxi-drivers-notice-will-frustrated-cabbies-simply-quit?utm_source=rss_feed


Woman, 52, arrested for alleged neglect after grandchildren rescued from Hong Kong flat fire

Online video footage shows flames and smoke coming out of high-rise flat in Tsz Wan Shan where the two children were trapped in it.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3279439/woman-52-arrested-alleged-neglect-after-grandchildren-rescued-hong-kong-flat-fire?utm_source=rss_feed


West should thank China for kick-starting its economic growth

Instead of being grateful, the US and Europe are lashing out at China while simultaneously adopting aspects of Chinese state capitalism.

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3279116/west-should-thank-china-kick-starting-its-economic-growth?utm_source=rss_feed


Kuwait a climate change harbinger, so hot birds and fish die and life is lived indoors

Air-conditioned malls and cars offer an escape from dangerous outdoor temperatures in Kuwait. Will climate change turn more places like it?

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https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3279248/kuwait-climate-change-harbinger-so-hot-birds-and-fish-die-and-life-lived-indoors?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong’s Paul Chan goes on tech charm offensive to deepen ties with UK, Spain

Post learns meetings with British officials might be on the cards for Paul Chan as he leads tech-focused delegation to Europe.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3279438/hong-kongs-paul-chan-goes-tech-charm-offensive-deepen-ties-uk-spain?utm_source=rss_feed


14 killed including top Hezbollah commanders in Israeli strike on Beirut

The air attacks targeted senior commanders and stoked fears of a wider war between Israel and Hezbollah.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3279432/14-killed-including-top-hezbollah-commanders-israeli-strike-beirut?utm_source=rss_feed


Egypt rumoured to buy Chinese J-10C jets as Middle East looks beyond US weapons

Cairo’s reported purchase is latest sign of Beijing’s growing leverage in region aiming to reduce reliance on West for military tech.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3279387/egypt-rumoured-buy-chinese-j-10c-jets-middle-east-looks-beyond-us-weapons?utm_source=rss_feed


Why did Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim give Russia a free pass over Ukraine?

Malaysia’s leader risks being accused of double standards over his reluctance to call out the Russian aggression he previously condemned.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3279378/why-did-malaysias-anwar-ibrahim-give-russia-free-pass-over-ukraine?utm_source=rss_feed


Prabowo set to reshape Indonesian cabinet with new powers to ‘accommodate his allies’

The move will allow the president ‘flexibility’ to form ministries, but analysts warn it risks creating bureaucratic bloat and inflating state budget.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3279349/prabowo-set-reshape-indonesian-cabinet-new-powers-accommodate-his-allies?utm_source=rss_feed


Alibaba, Nvidia collaborate on advanced autonomous-driving solution, computing services

This collaboration marks the first time Alibaba Cloud’s AI models get integrated into Nvidia’s Drive automotive platform.

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https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3279428/alibaba-nvidia-collaborate-advanced-autonomous-driving-solution-computing-services?utm_source=rss_feed


California governor signs law to protect children from social media addiction

The legislation addresses concerns that social media is taking a toll on the mental health of young children.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3279426/california-governor-signs-law-protect-children-social-media-addiction?utm_source=rss_feed


China woman and 2 chefs subdued knife attacker using umbrella, kitchen tools, praised as heroes

Restaurant owner and chef use ladles as weapons to corner attacker.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3279200/china-woman-and-2-chefs-subdued-knife-attacker-using-umbrella-kitchen-tools-praised-heroes?utm_source=rss_feed


New Zealand pilot freed in Indonesia after 19 months in rebel captivity

Phillip Mehrtens was working for an Indonesian airline when he was taken by rebels in Papua last year.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279423/new-zealand-pilot-freed-indonesia-after-19-months-rebel-captivity?utm_source=rss_feed


Crowd control at Hong Kong’s Coldplay concerts in Kai Tak stadium a top priority: official

Chief Secretary Eric Chan also says venue has sufficient transport links, a day after lawmakers raise concerns over travel options.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3279419/crowd-control-hong-kongs-coldplay-concerts-kai-tak-stadium-top-priority-official?utm_source=rss_feed


Biden opens home to ‘Quad’ leaders for farewell summit

China will feature prominently on the agenda as US President Biden hosts the three leaders at his Delaware home.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/diplomacy/article/3279418/biden-opens-home-quad-leaders-farewell-summit?utm_source=rss_feed


China-born Chen Zhijian wins top US medical research prize said to foretell Nobel

Texas-based Chen wins Albert Lasker Award for discovery of enzyme cGAS, holding out ‘promise for fighting infectious diseases and cancer’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3279364/china-born-chen-zhijian-wins-top-us-medical-research-prize-said-foretell-nobel?utm_source=rss_feed


Sri Lanka votes in first poll since economic collapse

The current leader faces an uphill battle to convince Sri Lankans his economic recovery plan is working and he deserves a second term.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3279415/sri-lanka-votes-first-poll-economic-collapse?utm_source=rss_feed


LVMH’s Dior, Giorgio Armani, other luxury brands in spotlight over workshop conditions

LVMH’s Dior and Giorgio Armani are among luxury brands exposed over sweatshop-like conditions for migrant workers in Italian workshops.

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US Secret Service admits multiple failures over Donald Trump assassination attempt

An internal investigation noted complacency by some agents, breaches in security protocol and communication lapses before the rally shooting.

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Huawei seeks more partners in smart-vehicle supply chain unit to support EV shift

Huawei will hone its image as a supplier, not as car assembler, to help China’s transition to electrification and digitalisation, chairman Eric Xu says.

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Google removes some fake names pranksters gave to Hong Kong schools on Maps

Company says steps taken to prevent further abuse of Maps service, while Post check finds some offensive names remain.

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Hong Kong interest rate cut gives small businesses ‘more room for survival’

Lower rates will not only reduce financing costs but revive investor confidence and spending sentiment, experts say.

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Hong Kong police seize HK$25 million of cocaine in hotel room after ambushing suspect

Officers lay in wait outside hotel room after intelligence indicated syndicate was using it for storing illegal drugs, police say.

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Huge Australian penguin chick Pesto sets social media abuzz with ‘adorable baby fluff’

Weighing 22kg (49 pounds) at nine months old, Pesto is already heavier than both his parents that weigh 11kg.

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Hong Kong bank sues estate of deceased man behind legal fight for same-sex rights

Hang Seng Bank takes outstanding mortgage repayment case against late Edgar Ng Hon-lam’s estate to court.

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Why the US should restore the Fulbright programme for China

Bringing back the grant would be a good start to reversing the damage to mutual understanding among our next generation of leaders.

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China launches plan for healthier, longer lives: gene sequence 1% of world’s population

The proposed Human Genome Project II could set in motion a ‘paradigm shift’ toward more precise public health, and a global research alliance.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3279178/china-launches-plan-healthier-longer-lives-gene-sequence-1-worlds-population?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong police arrest 55 in 3-day crackdown on triad-controlled businesses in Tuen Mun

Officers also seized narcotics worth HK$950,000 during the operation targeting illicit drug, gambling and prostitution activities.

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Beijing official voices high hopes for Hong Kong efforts to promote national opening-up

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office’s Zhou Ji voices confidence in city at launch of Beijing-Hong Kong Economic Cooperation Symposium.

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5 famous, hidden billionaires are new owners on The Peak amid Hong Kong debt crunch

Rare fire-sale deals in Hong Kong’s exclusive residential enclave have brought famous and hidden tycoons to the fore.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3279227/5-famous-hidden-billionaires-are-new-owners-peak-amid-hong-kong-debt-crunch?utm_source=rss_feed


Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov says Elon Musk ‘remotely disabled’ his Tesla Cybertruck

Kadyrov said the billionaire ‘gives expensive gifts from the bottom of his heart and then remotely switches them off’.

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US FTC slams Meta, TikTok and Twitch for ‘woefully inadequate’ data policies

YouTube, social media platform X, Snap, Discord and Reddit were also included in the FTC report.

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Beijing IT chief backs Hong Kong to build ‘new productive forces’; AI, tech in deal to boost ties

Jin Zhuanglong says agreement will bring Hong Kong and Beijing authorities closer on advanced manufacturing, new energy, biomedicine and more.

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Late Harrods owner Al-Fayed accused of rape in BBC podcast, documentary

The allegations, made in a BBC documentary and podcast, are the latest to be levelled at powerful figures since the start of #MeToo in 2017.

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Vietnam death row tycoon faces money laundering trial in ‘blazing furnace’ crackdown

She and her 33 co-defendants face new charges of money laundering, illegal cross-border trafficking of cash and fraud.

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Human genome stored on 5D memory crystal which can last billions of years

British scientists hope revolutionary technology can be used to record the genomes of species facing extinction.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3279086/human-genome-stored-5d-memory-crystal-which-can-last-billions-years?utm_source=rss_feed


Australia smashes drug ring ‘The Commission’, seizes cocaine worth US$1 billion

Police accused the group of moving 1.2 tonnes of cocaine into the country between February and July this year.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3279082/australia-smashes-drug-ring-commission-seizes-cocaine-worth-us1-billion?utm_source=rss_feed


Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new sex crime charge in New York

New sex crime charge stems from an alleged assault in a Manhattan hotel in 2006.

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Ex-CIA officer who drugged, sexually assaulted dozens of women gets 30 years in prison

Brian Jeffrey Raymond, who worked for many years at the CIA, lived in numerous countries and was fluent in Spanish and Mandarin.

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China accuses US of shielding Israel, blocking Gaza ceasefire efforts

At the United Nations, Chinese diplomats question why the Security Council has been ‘unable to stop this human tragedy’.

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