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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Workers with ADHD: Hong Kong employers urged to do more to foster inclusive workplaces

Many hide ADHD condition fearing stigma, but experts say bosses can provide assurance and opportunities.

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Man granted Singapore court order over sister who repeatedly cleaned his room over 8 years

The man said his privacy had been intruded on, which stressed him so much that he was admitted to the Institute of Mental Health a few times.

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Hong Kong streamlines student suicide prevention system after request from John Lee

Under the improved second tier, schools will no longer need referrals from the Education Bureau and can directly seek help from external support teams.

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Will Prabowo’s Brics ambitions reshape Indonesia’s ties with Russia and China?

Indonesia’s new president is wasting no time pursuing a more active foreign policy to position his country as a leader of the Global South.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3284862/will-prabowos-brics-ambitions-reshape-indonesias-ties-russia-and-china?utm_source=rss_feed


China hails mineral finds amid push for security of supply chain, energy and nation

Ministry of Natural Resources lists haul of gold, copper, molybdenum, phosphorite and fluorite key to future of defence and geopolitics.

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US sanctions 5 Singapore-based firms for ‘enabling’ Russia’s war in Ukraine

Four of the firms are linked to Novatek, Russia’s largest LNG producer, with one directed by Russian nationals.

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Yemen’s Houthi rebels get ‘unprecedented’ military support from Iran and Hezbollah: UN

The Houthis have ‘exploited the regional situation and enhanced cooperation’ with Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah, UN experts say.

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‘Amateurish’ thieves steal portraits from Warhol’s ‘Queens’ series from Dutch gallery

Robbers using explosives steal two Andy Warhol ‘Reigning Queens’ prints, abandon two more that won’t fit in getaway car, gallery owner says.

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China woman crashes Hong Kong wedding, poses as friend, enjoys banquet, posts videos online

Intruder in danger of prosecution under Hong Kong law for obtaining property, such as suckling pig, by deception.

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Why wealthy Malaysians want a UK education – and what that means for Malaysia

In a country still shaped by its colonial past, the pursuit of a UK education by Malaysia’s elites reveals a stark opportunity gap at home.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3284858/why-wealthy-malaysians-want-uk-education-and-what-means-malaysia?utm_source=rss_feed


Evo Morales supporters storm Bolivia military barracks, take hostages

The situation marks a dramatic escalation between backers of the ex-president – who is facing rape charges – and the government.

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US boosts scrutiny of foreign land deals near military bases amid China concerns

The US Treasury has, however, rejected a push to retroactively apply the rule to a proposed battery plant by Chinese firm Gotion in Michigan.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3284900/us-boosts-scrutiny-foreign-land-deals-near-military-bases-amid-china-concerns?utm_source=rss_feed


China adoption fallout: US lawmakers urge Biden to help families after Beijing ends scheme

Some 300 children on mainland had been matched with adoptive American families when the ban was announced in August.

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US penalises GlobalFoundries US$500,000 for shipping chips to Chinese firm

The chipmaker sent 74 shipments worth US$17.1 million to a company on a trade blacklist without applying for a licence.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3284897/us-penalises-globalfoundries-us500000-shipping-chips-chinese-firm?utm_source=rss_feed


US politics, the Blue Wall and the breaching of it

Among the fiercest battlegrounds in this year’s US presidential election are three states Donald Trump won in 2016 but lost in 2020.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/us/us-elections/article/3284896/us-politics-blue-wall-and-breaching-it?utm_source=rss_feed


Chinese commentator Hu Xijin returns to social media after more than 3 months of silence

Fans celebrate comeback of former Global Times chief after unexplained absence from online platforms where he had been a prolific poster.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3284861/chinese-commentator-hu-xijin-returns-social-media-after-more-3-months-silence?utm_source=rss_feed


Human traffickers jailed for luring 5 Hongkongers into forced labour in Southeast Asia

Ma Che-hou, 32, and Joshua Cheung, 25, sentenced to nearly five years and three years respectively for ‘heinous’ and ‘nasty’ crimes, judge says.

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China’s listed stocks see ever-thinner profits as economic slump chips away at bottom line

The profits of 5,000 companies on the mainland’s three exchanges dropped 3.7 per cent in the three months that ended in September, China Merchants Securities said.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3284804/chinas-listed-stocks-see-ever-thinner-profits-economic-slump-chips-away-bottom-line?utm_source=rss_feed


Botswana president concedes election defeat, ending ruling party’s 58 years in power

Botswana Democratic Party has ruled the southern African country since its independence from Britain in 1966.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/africa/article/3284789/botswana-president-concedes-election-defeat-ending-ruling-partys-58-years-power?utm_source=rss_feed


Apple’s Greater China sales continue to fall after Cook’s charm offensive in Beijing

The iPhone maker has continued to struggle in China despite growth elsewhere, with sales in the market down 7.7 per cent over 12 months.

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https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3284773/apples-greater-china-sales-continue-fall-after-cooks-charm-offensive-beijing?utm_source=rss_feed


Asian authorities step up clampdown on use of illegal set-top boxes, operators

An anti-piracy coalition says its members are working to block pirate sites in Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Singapore.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3284767/asia-authorities-step-clampdown-use-illegal-set-top-boxes-operators?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong public hospital gave patient 10 times prescribed sedative dose in medical blunder

‘Systemic problem’ in spotlight again, as Tuen Mun Hospital says patient monitored after injection and showed no abnormal reaction.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3284765/hong-kong-public-hospital-gave-patient-10-times-prescribed-sedative-dose-medical-blunder?utm_source=rss_feed


SAIC Motor, Geely deny breaking the ranks in China’s bargaining with Europe on EV tariffs

The two denials followed Monday’s statement by the Ministry of Commerce that a state-backed guild was solely authorised to engage with the EU in tariff talks.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3284753/saic-motor-geely-deny-breaking-ranks-chinas-bargaining-europe-ev-tariffs?utm_source=rss_feed


India’s capital New Delhi chokes in smog after firework ban flouted

Revellers defied a ban on firecrackers to celebrate Diwali, which helped drive air quality to hazardous levels.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3284755/indias-capital-new-delhi-chokes-smog-after-firework-ban-flouted?utm_source=rss_feed


Rocket fire from Lebanon kills 4 Thais in northern Israel

Deaths occurred near the town of Metula, close to border between Lebanon and Israel.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3284752/rocket-fire-lebanon-kills-4-thais-northern-israel?utm_source=rss_feed


North Korean defectors and Ukraine, Chinese celebrity transformation: SCMP’s 7 highlights

From North Korean defectors wanting to join Ukraine’s efforts to a China-made plane travelling twice as fast as Concorde, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3284580/north-korean-defectors-and-ukraine-chinese-celebrity-transformation-scmps-7-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed


New Zealand’s tech warning reflects ‘significantly hardened’ stance towards China: analysts

Warning shows Wellington’s reluctance to be seen as ‘a point of vulnerability’ in tech transfer amid growing China-West rift, experts say.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3284703/new-zealands-tech-warning-reflects-significantly-hardened-stance-towards-china-analysts?utm_source=rss_feed


Panda Watch: Hong Kong cub ‘winces’ at mother’s poo, experts explain scent marking behaviour

Ocean Park posts amusing moment between Ying Ying and cub, while experts explain scent marking part of animals’ natural behaviour.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3284672/panda-watch-hong-kong-cub-winces-mothers-poo-experts-explain-scent-marking-behaviour?utm_source=rss_feed


Brazil police raid criminal group suspected of smuggling Asian migrants to US

Police say the suspects charged migrants US$10,000 each, and managed a network of people who facilitated journeys.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3284724/brazil-police-raid-criminal-group-suspected-smuggling-asian-migrants-us?utm_source=rss_feed


Trump uses Diwali message to attack Harris and pledges to protect Hindus

In a social media post directly to Hindu voters, the Republican nominee said he will strengthen ties with Hindu-nationalist Modi.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3284722/trump-uses-diwali-message-attack-harris-and-pledges-protect-hindus?utm_source=rss_feed


North Korea says record test was new Hwasong-19 long-range missile

North Korea lauded the Hwasong-19 that was test-fired Thursday as ‘the world’s strongest strategic missile’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3284721/north-korea-says-record-test-was-new-hwasong-19-long-range-missile?utm_source=rss_feed


Typhoon Kong-rey forces 24 Taiwan-bound flights to divert to Hong Kong

Typhoon storm has caused 1,429 reported incidents as of 8pm, including one fatality and 73 injuries across Taiwan, according to local media.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3284719/typhoon-kong-rey-forces-24-taiwan-bound-flights-divert-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed


Chinese market regulator grants HSBC domestic fund custody licence

Lender joins four other foreign banks with right to provide custody services to onshore funds domiciled in mainland China.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3284694/chinese-market-regulator-grants-hsbc-domestic-fund-custody-licence?utm_source=rss_feed


China live-streamer earns less than US$1 a month, faces ‘idiot’ insults from firm staff

Low-paid, part-time staffer at online firm called an ‘idiot’ by fellow staff becomes embroiled in legal dispute over employment.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3284446/china-live-streamer-earns-less-us1-month-faces-idiot-insults-firm-staff?utm_source=rss_feed


US and China in ‘robust conversation’ on North Korea sending troops to Russia: Blinken

Beijing urged to do more to curb ‘provocative’ actions taken by its close partners Moscow and Pyongyang, says America’s top diplomat.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3284711/us-and-china-robust-conversation-north-korea-sending-troops-russia-blinken?utm_source=rss_feed


Iran preparing to strike Israel from Iraqi territory within days, US report says

Attacking through pro-Iran militias in Iraq could be a bid by Tehran to avoid Israeli retaliation on its own soil, the article says.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3284709/iran-preparing-strike-israel-iraqi-territory-within-days-us-report-says?utm_source=rss_feed


Kamala Harris calls out Donald Trump’s vow to protect women whether they ‘like it or not’

The Democrat US presidential candidate called the comment ‘offensive to everybody’, saying it shows Trump does not understand women’s rights.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3284706/kamala-harris-calls-out-donald-trumps-vow-protect-women-whether-they-it-or-not?utm_source=rss_feed


Only 30% of US public think China trade has created jobs in their state: survey

Comparably low percentage of Americans are ‘moderately or extremely concerned’ about mainland outcompeting them in trade.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3284705/only-30-us-public-think-china-trade-has-created-jobs-their-state-survey?utm_source=rss_feed


Cross-border syndicate forged Hong Kong ID cards for illegal workers

Authorities arrest 97 people in Hong Kong and 104 in mainland China in operation targeting ring that offered ‘one-stop shop’ for illegal workers.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3284676/cross-border-syndicate-forged-hong-kong-id-cards-illegal-workers?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong construction firm fined HK$44,000 for safety lapses that led to worker’s death

Aggressive Construction Engineering, main contractor of Yau Tong residential project, and two other firms fined total of HK$130,000.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3284585/hong-kong-construction-firm-fined-hk44000-safety-lapses-led-workers-death?utm_source=rss_feed


Li Ka-shing companies in deal to store 1 million tonnes of carbon dioxide in Australia

The agricultural property in Australia is three times the size of Hong Kong.

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The Greater Bay Area Entrepreneurs Forum

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 The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) have a combined population of approximately 86 million people. Its diverse economy includes technology, finance, manufacturing, and logistics, and it has emerged as a global innovation and technology hub. The GBA boasts advanced infrastructure, including extensive transport networks, high-speed rail, airports, and bridges that enhance city connectivity.

 There are 22 GBA companies listed in the 2024 Fortune Global 500. In 2023, these enterprises generated approximately $1.4 trillion in revenues, contributing about 12.7% of the total revenues of China's 133 Fortune Global 500 companies, which reached $11 trillion. The companies span diverse areas like information technology, automobiles, biomedicine, finance, infrastructure development, and real estate.

 The GBA's cultural diversity is a product of its rich history, dynamic economy, and the interplay of traditional and modern influences. This vibrant cultural landscape enhances the quality of life of its residents and makes it an attractive destination for visitors and investors alike.

 The GBA's economic dynamism, supportive policies, robust infrastructure, and collaborative environment create a fertile ground for SMEs to innovate, grow, and succeed in a competitive landscape.

 Against this backdrop, Our Hong Kong Foundation (OHKF) is excited to host the Greater Bay Area Entrepreneurs Forum on November 5 and 6, 2024. This event aims to illuminate the path to success for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and industry leaders, providing valuable insights and fostering collaboration across sectors.

  Dr Jane Lee, President of OHKF, emphasised, “This year marks the 10th Anniversary of OHKF. As a leading think tank ranked among the top 1% globally, we are committed to advancing public policy research and advocacy, connecting globally, and contributing to Hong Kong’s prosperity, stability, and sustainable development.

 The Forum…

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Hong Kong’s failed land tender reflects weak outlook, derails urban renewal efforts

Development costs, poor returns may be holding back developers from URA joint ventures, analysts say.

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China’s factory activity returns to growth, ends 5 months of contraction

China’s official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index returned to growth in October, ending five straight months of contraction.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3284542/chinas-factory-activity-returns-growth-ends-5-months-contraction?utm_source=rss_feed


Why aren’t we pushing Hong Kong harder as a hub for kung fu fans?

The cultural heritage of Hong Kong related to Chinese martial arts has not been fully tapped to attract tourists and action film buffs.

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Hongkongers suffer more digital fraud attacks than global peers, research says

Gen Z users are in the crosshairs of online scammers who prowl forums and dating sites for prey, according to TransUnion.

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Newspapers’ decision not to endorse a presidential candidate roils US media landscape

Move by Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and USA Today spark staff resignations and reader outcry, who say owners are scared of Trump.

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US spots 1st H5N1 bird flu case in a pig, raising concern for humans

There is concern that hybrid viruses can emerge from pigs with characteristics that allow them to infect humans more easily.

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Why Trump tariffs 2.0 may well result in a G2 world

Trump’s proposed tariffs on US imports would drive inflation and squeeze middle powers, but is that all part of the plan?

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3284326/why-trump-tariffs-20-may-well-result-g2-world?utm_source=rss_feed


Roar of Shenzhen economic engine reflects upgrade ambitions, sets ‘good example for China’

China’s tech hub saw its GDP growth outpace major economic regions in the first three quarters of the year.

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Hong Kong rejects proposal to set up mechanism to fund private museums

But culture deputy secretary says the government keep supporting private museums through promotions and favourable land policies.

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China-EU trade war erupts as Beijing files WTO complaint over EV tariff hikes

Commerce ministry says it hopes the bloc will ‘work with China’ to find resolution, despite European decision to boost taxes.

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Climate change is driving sleep loss as nights get warmer

Rising temperatures, drought and heavy rainfall are increasingly impacting people’s health, according to a Lancet study.

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Hong Kong home foreclosures rise and will remain elevated in fourth quarter: Centaline

Hong Kong home foreclosures will remain elevated in fourth quarter: Centaline.

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Australia to boost missile stockpiles, citing US-China rivalry

The Indo-Pacific region is on the cusp of a new missile age, Australia’s defence industry minister said, vowing more domestic production.

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China launches Shenzhou-19 spacecraft, carrying country’s third female astronaut

Successful lift-off for three-person crew bound for Tiangong space station, with autonomous rendezvous and docking slated to follow.

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China to send youngest crew, including nuclear rocket scientist, to space station

Wang Haoze, 34, the only female space flight engineer in China, will be aboard Shenzhou-19 spaceship when it launches early on Wednesday.

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Japan’s Mount Fuji stays snowcap-free for longer than ever before

No snowfall has yet been observed on Japan’s highest mountain – the latest date since comparative data became available in 1894.

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Ongoing land creation key to ensure Hong Kong government is in control of supply: John Lee

‘The government must seize control of the land issue. Otherwise, those with vested interests will be in the driving seat, which is not in the interests of residents,’ city leader says.

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HSBC to spend US$3 billion on stock buy-back as third quarter results beat forecast

Net profit rose 9 per cent to US$6.13 billion in the quarter that ended on September 30, exceeding market forecasts.

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Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: residents start voting for 27 finalists in unsung heroes event

Spirit of Hong Kong Awards is co-organised by South China Morning Post and property developer Sino Group to recognise those who exemplify city’s ‘can-do’ spirit.

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He left Indonesia seeking a better life in the UK. All he found was debt and despair

‘Budi’ is bringing a case against the UK Home Office, claiming his seasonal worker experience made him a victim of human trafficking.

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Will China cut personal income taxes as part of its stimulus drive?

Ex-officials and scholars have suggested China should further cut peroneal income tax as part of its stimulus package.

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Georgia president hints at Russian-aided vote fraud; protests against ‘stolen election’

Moscow has rejected opposition claims of interference but Salome Zurabishvili has declared the announced results ‘illegitimate’.

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Ex-Philippine president Duterte’s ‘I had a death squad’ admission stuns senators

Rodrigo Duterte admitted that he also ordered the police to ‘encourage’ arrested suspects into fighting back so that they could be killed.

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Hongkongers can fly more cheaply to Saudi Arabia with Cathay’s Riyadh route: travel experts

But one industry insider notes demand has been slow given safety concerns due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

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Iran weighs its options after Israeli strike exposes military vulnerabilities

The unprecedented escalation has left Iran’s leadership grappling with the potential consequences of retaliation.

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China’s property market shows signs of recovery as deals surge in top cities

Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen are on the way to recording multi-month highs in property transactions.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3284127/chinas-property-market-shows-signs-recovery-deals-surge-top-cities?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong unveils rules for ‘responsible’ AI use as it gets ahead of disruptive technology

Any institution that wants to use AI ‘must formulate a governance strategy to provide direction on how [the] systems should be implemented,’ the government says.

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Chef at restaurant in Four Seasons Hong Kong gets suspended sentence for filming upskirt videos

Eastern Court hears Japanese national Eisaku Hara, 50, lost job after case was disclosed to public.

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Egypt proposes 2-day truce in Gaza, release of 4 hostages

Egypt’s Sisi says proposal would see talks resuming within 10 days of two-day truce to forge permanent ceasefire.

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How US election may affect Singapore, Chinese rice wine: 5 weekend reads you missed

From Singapore trying to navigate US-China rivalry to the bittersweet side of rice wine at weddings, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

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Woman found dead in pond in Hong Kong’s Waterfall Bay Park

Police, firefighters and medical personnel arrived at scene after report at around 7am.

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Hong Kong stocks waver as investors weigh stimulus outlook, weak industrial profits

Profits at large Chinese companies dropped 27 per cent from a year earlier in September after an 18 per cent slump the previous month.

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China’s regulator hits CICC with over US$1 million in penalties for chip company’s IPO

The company, considered China’s Goldman Sachs, failed to exercise due diligence in S2C’s aborted share listing, CSRC says.

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Could India become Asia’s next real estate investment hotspot, surpassing even China?

India’s booming economy and growing demand for office space are making it a magnet for many global players.

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Japan’s ruling coalition loses majority, election outcome in balance

PM Ishiba’s LDP, which has ruled Japan for almost all of its post-war history, and junior coalition partner Komeito took 215 seats.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3284091/japans-ruling-coalition-loses-majority-election-outcome-balance?utm_source=rss_feed


Chinese hackers collected audio from unnamed Trump campaign adviser: reports

The Washington Post reported that the hackers were able to access unencrypted communications, such as text messages, of the unnamed adviser.

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British chef Jamie Oliver urges followers to help solve the ‘grate cheese robbery’

Nearly 1,000 wheels of cheddar worth US$390,000 stolen from UK dairy; Scotland Yard detectives, international police searching for culprits.

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Hong Kong property: Chinachem’s Echo House in Cheung Sha Wan a hit with buyers

The developer found buyers for all 198 units in the project, agents said.

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Typhoon Trami fails to dampen brisk business at Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival

Some vendors say they have recorded double or triple-digit revenue growth compared with last year despite Saturday’s wet weather.

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Hong Kong may add more voting stations near border for mainland-based residents in Legco poll

But constitutional affairs chief Erick Tsang says authorities have no plans to revise voting laws to allow Hongkongers to vote outside city.

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For China, choosing green hydrogen over shale gas should be a no-brainer

Fracking is technically challenging, expensive and polluting. Much better to devote more resources to green hydrogen.

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Singapore seeks to navigate US-China rivalry regardless of presidential election outcome

The city state has adapted well to the rivalry and is unlikely to shift from its hedging policy between Washington and Beijing, analysts say.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3283937/singapore-seeks-navigate-us-china-rivalry-regardless-presidential-election-outcome?utm_source=rss_feed


Should Hong Kong’s geopark introduce a visitor quota after dinosaur fossil find?

Port Island closed off for geological investigation after rare find, but geopark currently has no limits on individual visitor traffic.

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Musk worked illegally in America for brief period in the 90s: US media

At a rally in support of Donald Trump, Musk said critics of the former president were the real enemies of democracy.

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Hong Kong seeks deeper I&T ties with Saudi Arabia, Paul Chan says before Riyadh trip

Finance chief also discusses coming reveal of third-quarter economic data, saying figures ‘not that great’ despite striking optimistic tone.

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Chinese nasal study might explain why men are more vulnerable to respiratory disease

Researchers say different structures in microorganisms might explain why women can fight off certain infections more easily.

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India warns social media after airline bomb threats

The warning was made after a series of bomb hoaxes disrupted the operations of Indian airlines in October.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3284041/india-warns-social-media-after-airline-bomb-threats?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong police arrest man, 89, for allegedly killing pigeon by throwing stone

Police confirm arrest of elderly man earlier this week following report he allegedly threw rock at bird in playground in San Po Kong, Kowloon.

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Russian forces advance toward strategic Ukraine city: military bloggers

Russian advances on the battlefield in the Donbas have seen its forces poised to strike at the city of Pokrovsk.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3284038/russian-forces-advance-toward-strategic-ukraine-city-military-bloggers?utm_source=rss_feed


Mainland China lashes out at US$2 billion American arms package for Taiwan

Beijing said the deal, which includes an advanced missile defence system, undermines ‘China’s sovereignty and security interests’.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3284036/mainland-china-lashes-out-us2bn-american-arms-package-taiwan?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong can fulfil its hydrogen ambitions via Foshan, suggests start-up

Hong Kong can boost its hydrogen economy by leveraging Foshan’s cheaper hydrogen and refuelling infrastructure, says H2 Solution’s CEO.

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Indonesian forests pay the price for growing global biomass energy demand

Much of the biomass from forests destroyed for wood pellets has been sent to South Korea and Japan.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3284033/indonesian-forests-pay-price-growing-global-biomass-energy-demand?utm_source=rss_feed


Ruling LDP braces for blow in snap Japanese election

Analysts said a power-sharing agreement was probable, adding the result would not affect Japan's strategy on security and defence.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3284032/ruling-ldp-braces-blow-snap-japanese-election?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong needs to do more to compete with Singapore, Dubai on gold trading, experts say

Hong Kong has to create a comprehensive gold trading ecosystem, attract international traders, central banks and hedge funds.

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Hong Kong’s own Saint-Tropez? Yacht tourism marinas may take 5 years to build, tycoon says

Allan Zeman says waterfront must be enhanced by building marinas ‘like they have in Europe’ to attract visitors.

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Some UK private schools to avoid passing all VAT rise onto pupils amid strong Hong Kong intake

UK government expected to announce on Wednesday whether it will introduce 20 per cent VAT on private school fees from January 1 of next year.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3284003/some-uk-private-schools-avoid-passing-all-vat-rise-pupils-amid-strong-hong-kong-intake?utm_source=rss_feed


Israel hit Iran’s facilities for mixing missile fuel, satellite images suggest

The attack may have ‘significantly hampered’ Tehran’s ability to mass produce the ballistic weapons, one researcher says.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3284025/israel-hit-irans-facilities-mixing-missile-fuel-satellite-images-suggest?utm_source=rss_feed


US approves US$2 billion in arms sales to Taiwan including advanced missile defence system

The National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) has been battle-tested in Ukraine.

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Hong Kong police arrest 3 suspects in connection with 5 thefts targeting elderly women

Syndicate members allegedly loitered in shopping centres and bus stations to target elderly women and snatch valuables from their bags.

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Hong Kong police called to crypto store after woman scammed out of HK$93,000 of Tether

Source says man tricked victim into transferring crypto in person, leaving her at shop and telling her his associate would return with cash.

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Tropical Storm Trami leaves at least 115 dead and missing in Philippines

Trami blew away from the northwestern Philippines on Friday, leaving at least 81 people dead and 34 others missing.

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Japan’s Ishiba seeks fresh mandate as election race tightens

Shocking opinion polls suggest the ruling LDP, in power for most of the past seventy years, might fall short of a parliamentary majority.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3283991/japans-ishiba-seeks-fresh-mandate-election-race-tightens?utm_source=rss_feed


Why are stock markets so complacent when the world is in crisis?

The lack of financial market volatility amid economic uncertainty related to geopolitical risks should worry more people.

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3283693/why-are-stock-markets-so-complacent-when-world-crisis?utm_source=rss_feed


Uproar in Malaysia after China flags waved at Perak cultural event

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil urged people to avoid making racially-charged comments over the incident.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3283985/uproar-malaysia-after-china-flags-waved-perak-cultural-event?utm_source=rss_feed


Suffering in silence: how elephantiasis stole this Indian mother’s life

As her leg swells and her spirit dims, Sunita’s story reveals the harsh realities of living with a neglected tropical disease in rural India.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3283922/suffering-silence-how-elephantiasis-stole-indian-mothers-life?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong records drop in burglary cases following targeted air, ground police operations

Police Commissioner Raymond Siu says burglary-related losses down 48 per cent in first nine months of this year.

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Devoted China Cristiano Ronaldo football fan takes 13,000km bicycle ride to meet idol

Star struck 24-year-old admits his head was ‘completely blank’ when he met football superstar for just one minute.

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China’s GPS rival secures US$1.78 billion as BeiDou system widens reach

BeiDou, China’s satellite navigation system, is continuing its global expansion with numerous investment deals signed at high-profile event.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3283950/chinas-gps-rival-secures-us178-deals-beidou-system-widens-reach?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong cyclists call for public education to promote helmets but divided on proposed law

Authorities earlier revealed they were drafting legislative amendments to require practice and will introduce them to Legco in near future.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283980/hong-kong-cyclists-call-public-education-promote-helmets-divided-proposed-law?utm_source=rss_feed


US says Russians made fake video of ballots for Trump being destroyed

Officials said the clip showing a man ripping up ballots in Pennsylvania was part of Moscow’s effort to ‘stoke divisions among Americans’.

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Vendors at Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fair call for more incentives amid retail concerns

Twelve stalls failed to get bids and one insider estimates prices fell to lowest in 17 years during recent three-day auction.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283972/vendors-hong-kongs-lunar-new-year-fair-call-incentives-amid-retail-concerns?utm_source=rss_feed


Why not all the Brics players back Russia’s bid for a de-dollarised world

The bloc is expanding its footprint with new members and partners but it doesn’t always fall on common ground.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3283941/why-not-all-brics-players-back-russias-bid-de-dollarised-world?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong Observatory to issue T3 signal as Tropical Cyclone Trami intensifies

Forecaster says Trami has continued to steadily move westwards, skirting to south of city at distance of about 500km or more.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283970/hong-kong-observatory-issue-t3-signal-tropical-cyclone-trami-intensifies?utm_source=rss_feed


Amid 38 Oxley Road debate, a look at how Asia has preserved some of its leaders’ homes

Homes including those of ex-Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad have been transformed to commemorate their contributions over the years.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3283951/amid-38-oxley-road-debate-look-how-asia-has-preserved-some-its-leaders-homes?utm_source=rss_feed


Moving children to Hong Kong schools is main draw for top talent from mainland China

Parents prefer city’s education system for being less competitive and stressful than on the mainland.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3283953/moving-children-hong-kong-schools-main-draw-top-talent-mainland-china?utm_source=rss_feed


How Hong Kong could be a regional leader in green transport

With plans for sustainably designed MTR stations and zero-emission buses, the city is moving foward on its goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3283363/how-hong-kong-could-be-regional-leader-green-transport?utm_source=rss_feed


How China and the United States have parted ways in AI power race

China’s hi-tech corridor is designed to send computer signals across the country, while America has gone in a different direction.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3283901/how-china-and-united-states-have-parted-ways-ai-power-race?utm_source=rss_feed


Manager of Hong Kong trade office in London returns to court over spying charges

Defence counsel for Bill Yuen and co-accused ask judge for more time to deal with thousands of messages presented as evidence.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3283946/manager-hong-kong-trade-office-london-returns-court-over-spying-charges?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong tutoring centre suspends instructor after video of yelling goes viral

A-Kids Garden Education Centre in Tai Po also apologises over incident but denies tutor used any foul language or corporal punishment.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3283939/hong-kong-tutoring-centre-suspends-instructor-after-video-yelling-goes-viral?utm_source=rss_feed


Lee Hsien Yang creating ‘false urgency’ for 38 Oxley Road demolition, Singapore says

The estranged brother of former Singapore PM had urged PM Lawrence Wong to expedite action in fulfilling Lee Kuan Yew’s wish for the house to be demolished.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3283936/lee-hsien-yang-creating-false-urgency-38-oxley-road-demolition-singapore-says?utm_source=rss_feed


Chinese and Russian coastguard chiefs call for more cooperation on ‘far seas’

Talks in Beijing follow joint patrols in Arctic and northern Pacific oceans last month.

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Hong Kong police arrest 5, seize HK$1.1 million of illegal drugs including ‘space oil’

Officers confiscated cannabis buds, ketamine, cocaine, crystal meth and e-cigarette capsules containing ‘space oil’, police reveal.

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Outrage in Seoul over leaked idea of collaboration with Ukraine against North Korean troops

Messages captured by photographer show top security official and lawmaker seemingly agreeing on warfare tactic.

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China sees ‘sudden’ rise in sea water, jobs for Hong Kong top talents: SCMP’s 7 highlights

From top talents in Hong Kong struggling to find work to backlash over eating hotpot in an electric vehicle, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

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Malaysian student who hid newborn baby in suitcase convicted of murder in UK

The jury rejected Teo Jia Xin’s defence that she had been hearing voices instructing her to dispose of the child.

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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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Excavation begins below East China Sea for undersea high-speed railway tunnel

Jintang tunnel will link Ningbo and Zhoushan islands in China’s east and is expected to be built by the end of 2026.

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Hong Kong to review local university student definition amid claims of talent visa abuses

Some mainland Chinese people are accused of exploiting various talent schemes for their children to enjoy cheaper tuition fees.

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China’s Hesai to keep challenging Pentagon’s blacklist decision

The US Department of Defence is reinstating the Chinese lidar maker in its blacklist, reversing an earlier decision.

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China trans woman beats up man for mocking her then posts video denouncing violence

Verbal clash in popular restaurant over discrimination turns violent, ends in trans woman assaulting man with high-heeled shoe.

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China-Pakistan economic ties could change ‘fundamentally’ if attacks on Chinese continue

Experts predict more direct cooperation between Beijing and Islamabad but do not expect a greater security presence from China.

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Apple iPhone 16 sales in China put it back at No 2 in local smartphone market for Q3

Apple captured 15.6 per cent of the Chinese smartphone market, behind Vivo’s 18.6 per cent in one of its most important markets.

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Why are Hong Kong’s brokers eschewing the digital age with bricks-and-mortar branches?

Online broker Futu Securities opened its fourth branch in Causeway Bay last week, while Phillip Securities mulls new branches.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/money/article/3283568/why-are-hong-kongs-brokers-eschewing-digital-age-bricks-and-mortar-branches?utm_source=rss_feed


World already ‘paying terrible price’ for climate inaction: UN chief

Ahead of COP29 talks, UN report says current pace of climate action would result in catastrophic 3.1 degree Celsius of warming this century.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3283765/world-already-paying-terrible-price-climate-inaction-un-chief?utm_source=rss_feed


Huawei staff arrives at new mega-campus, hub of China’s tech drive

The sprawling research and development complex is set to play an important role in the nation’s push towards self-reliance.

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Colorado funeral home owners accused of stashing dead bodies plead guilty to fraud charges

Jon and Carie Hallford allegedly stored 190 decaying bodies in a building and sent grieving families fake ashes.

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LA prosecutor seeks new sentence for Menendez brothers in 1989 murder of parents

Brothers were sentenced in 1996 to life in prison without possibility of parole after killing their parents in family’s Beverly Hills home.

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Should elephants have the same rights as people? A Colorado court may decide

Animal rights group is trying to release elephants from what they say is essentially a prison for such highly intelligent and social animals.

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Vladimir Putin says no Brics plan to create alternative to Swift banking system

Russian leader and bloc’s joint declaration indicate member countries recognise benefits of more transparent cross-border payment scheme.

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Hamas official says ready to stop fighting if Israel accepts Gaza truce

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said he welcomed Egypt’s willingness to advance a deal for the release of hostages in Gaza.

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Florida sues DOJ for blocking investigation into Trump assassination attempt

State’s attorney general filed complaint after Justice Department told Florida to halt its investigation until the federal inquiry concluded.

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Harris leans on A-list, Trump on world’s richest man in US election homestretch

Celebrity endorsements can amplify messages but may have mixed effects on voter turnout.

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Singapore weighs preserving 38 Oxley Road despite Lee Hsien Yang’s demolition bid

NHB says allowing Lee Hsien Yang’s demolition bid now would rule out a ‘proper and full consideration’ of the options for the house.

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Singapore fully expands passport-less immigration clearance at Changi Airport

The new system has reduced clearance time by 60 per cent, allowing officers to focus on higher-value tasks.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3283632/singapore-fully-expands-passport-less-immigration-clearance-changi-airport?utm_source=rss_feed


Discovery of dinosaur fossils in Hong Kong challenge long-held geological beliefs: experts

Experts say they do not rule out finding more dinosaur fossils on Port Island or other nearby areas.

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Wealthier Malaysians gripe as Anwar’s ‘pro-poor’ budget hits them in the pocket

Petrol subsidy cuts for richer drivers and tax hikes to fund wage increase for low earners draw ire.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3283621/wealthier-malaysians-gripe-anwars-pro-poor-budget-hits-them-pocket?utm_source=rss_feed


China’s President Xi commits to staunch cooperation with Iran amid Mideast conflict

In first meeting with Iranian President Pezeshkian at Brics sideline, Xi says Gaza ceasefire should occur ‘at the earliest possible date’.

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Israeli weapon in photos of Beirut strike appears to be powerful SPICE bomb

Associated Press images captured the exact moment an Israeli bomb hit a building in Beirut, destroying it.

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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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IBM misses third-quarter revenue estimates as consulting drags; shares fall

An uncertain macroeconomic backdrop has prompted businesses to prioritise expenses on long-term consulting projects centred around AI.

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North Korean troops willing to ‘fight and die’ for Russia alter Indo-Pacific security balance

Analysts warn the troop deployment could prompt other nations to ‘join the fight’ against Ukraine, triggering a broader global conflict.

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China’s stimulus salvo enters second month: our overview, and what comes next

After one month of rapid-fire economic stimulus, we look at China’s plan of action and survey what might be in the pipeline.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy/article/3283561/chinas-stimulus-salvo-enters-second-month-our-overview-and-what-comes-next?utm_source=rss_feed


Malaysia wife cares for bedridden husband for 6 years only to be jilted after his recovery

Reports indicate that her ex-husband remarried just one week after their divorce.

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‘Aimed to acquire 1,000 women’: Philippine police reveal new evidence of abuse by Quiboloy

‘Quiboloy aimed to acquire 1,000 women anchored on the biblical story of Solomon,’ a top police official testified before a senate hearing.

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Empowering SMEs: Transforming F&B and Retail industries through digital innovation

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 Providing exceptional customer service is essential for survival in the competitive food and beverage (F&B) and retail industries. With the help of technology, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can enhance their products and improve operational efficiency. Cyberport’s Digital Transformation Support Pilot Programme (DTSPP) enables and facilitates SMEs looking to embark on their digital transformation journey. The pilot programme offers funding support to eligible SMEs, covering up to 50% of the total project cost or a maximum of HK$50,000, whichever is lower.

 Alex P.E, Chairman of the WOODLANDS Group of Restaurants in Hong Kong and Macau, the first Indian vegetarian restaurant in the city, has successfully upgraded its point-of-sale (POS) system via the pilot programme. “Under the pilot programme, our restaurant has adopted a new POS system that provides easy access to sales data. We can now view the data on our smartphones anytime and anywhere, including customer volume, top favourite dishes and sales performance, without visiting the restaurant in person.  The adoption of the new POS system can enhance efficiency and save time.”

 Highlighting the advantages of the new POS system, Alex indicated that it features a multilingual interface, saving the efforts for translation among different languages. “With data automatically collected and analysed by the system, identifying the top-selling dishes makes it easier to develop a marketing strategy. With the benefits of digitialisation, we are also studying the feasibility of using QR code ordering, making it convenient for both of our staff and customers.”

 When asked whether the new technology would result in reduced staffing, Alex firmly disagreed, emphasising that restaurant operations encompass administrative tasks and customer service. “While technology streamlines administrative processes, it allows our staff to focus more on providing excellent service. Approximately…

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Tesla, HSBC among first foreign firms in China to apply for telecoms service trials

The pilot allows foreign companies to ‘engage deeply in the Chinese market for services including cloud computing and computing power’.

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Why John Lee’s policy plans for Hong Kong deserve strong support

The city’s leader has backed his promise to improve the city’s competitiveness and livelihoods with policies to protect prosperity and stability.

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Brazil’s Lula plans state visit for China’s Xi and talks in Amazon with US’ Biden

Xi Jinping gets state visit in place of Biden, who will not make it to Brasilia.

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Hong Kong quarantine period for certain pets could be substantially reduced: authorities

Environment chief Tse Chin-wan says government is also looking at feasibility of allowing private sector to operate some quarantine facilities.

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McDonald’s Quarter Pounders linked to deadly E coli outbreak in US

McDonald’s has removed slivered onions and beef patties used for Quarter Pounder burgers from stores in affected states.

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3 Hongkongers injured after BMW crashes into truck and taxi, mounts pavement on busy street

Police say crash took place on Tai Yau Street near junction with Sam Chuk Street in San Po Kong at around 8.51am.

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Tim Cook meets China regulator in Beijing but no final word on Apple Intelligence

Chinese consumers have been vocal about their desire to see Apple bring its generative AI services to China as soon as possible.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/article/3283475/apples-tim-cook-meets-china-regulator-beijing-no-final-word-apple-intelligence?utm_source=rss_feed


Singapore court upholds teen’s 16-year jail term for killing schoolmate with axe

The student killed Ethan Hun Zhe Kai at River Valley High School toilet in 2021.

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China’s stock market could enjoy ‘instant’ boost from 2 trillion yuan fund: think tank

Institute of Finance and Banking under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences says the fund would enhance the stability of the capital market and promote steady growth.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy/article/3283472/chinas-stock-markets-could-enjoy-instant-boost-2-trillion-yuan-fund-think-tank?utm_source=rss_feed


Biden says global leaders are terrified of a possible Trump return

Joe Biden says a second Trump presidency would undermine democracies worldwide.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3283463/biden-says-global-leaders-are-terrified-possible-trump-return?utm_source=rss_feed


Qualcomm may lose licence to design its own chips on Arm standards

The cancellation escalates a legal dispute between two major companies that helped advance the smartphone industry.

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https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3283457/qualcomm-may-lose-licence-design-its-own-chips-arm-standards?utm_source=rss_feed


China and Vatican agree to extend deal on bishop appointments for 4 more years

The 2018 agreement allows Beijing to nominate candidates to fill vacant sees but critics say it has ‘sold out’ China’s underground Catholics.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3283452/china-and-vatican-agree-extend-deal-bishop-appointments-4-more-years?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong is attracting talent. Now it must help them settle down

As the city strives to lure talented people from around the world, it needs to work just as hard on retention.

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https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3283199/hong-kong-attracting-talent-now-it-must-help-them-settle-down?utm_source=rss_feed


Malaysia cleaner worked 27 years without day off raising successful kids – judge, doctor

He recalls hearing about job opportunities in Malaysia and his readiness to take on work others avoided.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3282881/malaysia-cleaner-worked-27-years-without-day-raising-successful-kids-judge-doctor?utm_source=rss_feed


Vietnamese lobsters claw back to prominence in China after temporary dip

Following a sharp decline last year, China’s imports of lobsters from Vietnam have returned to healthy levels with the same speed.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3283415/vietnamese-lobsters-claw-back-prominence-china-after-temporary-dip?utm_source=rss_feed


German Volkswagen executive Jochen Sengpiehl expelled from China over positive drug test

He was detained for over 10 days after officials said they detected traces of cannabis and cocaine in his blood on his return from Thailand.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3283439/german-volkswagen-executive-jochen-sengpiehl-expelled-china-over-positive-drug-test?utm_source=rss_feed


China and Russia at Brics summit vow stronger cooperation for ‘fair world order’

Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin meet for third time in person this year as bloc of emerging economies seeks to counter Western-led world order.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3283434/china-and-russia-brics-summit-vow-stronger-cooperation-fair-world-order?utm_source=rss_feed


Harrods to settle more than 250 sex abuse claims against Mohammed al-Fayed

The late Egyptian billionaire has been accused of sexually harassing several women, including British model Bianca Gascoigne.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3283412/harrods-settle-more-250-sex-abuse-claims-against-mohammed-al-fayed?utm_source=rss_feed


Xi Jinping makes economic-centric instructions to spur China’s growth

President Xi Jinping says China’s economic and technological development zones should focus on modernisation, innovation and internal dynamism.

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https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy/article/3283393/xi-jinping-makes-economic-centric-instructions-spur-chinas-growth?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong watchdog slams sports club for sloppy cybersecurity ahead of data breach

South China Athletic Association failed to introduce effective security steps to prevent leak of 72,315 people’s data in March, watchdog says.

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Rui Chenggang, former CCTV anchor, resurfaces on YouTube, dismisses ‘various scandals’

Controversial former host, known for interviewing world leaders, vanished 10 years ago amid corruption probe at state broadcaster.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3283386/rui-chenggang-former-cctv-anchor-resurfaces-youtube-dismisses-various-scandals?utm_source=rss_feed


Tim Cook makes low-key visit to China as Apple Intelligence roll-out remains uncertain

The Apple chief executive is keeping his ear to the ground in one of the US tech giant’s largest markets.

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https://www.scmp.com/news/china-future-tech/ai/article/3283384/tim-cook-makes-low-key-visit-china-apple-intelligence-roll-out-remains-uncertain?utm_source=rss_feed


Hong Kong religious group sells US$14 million in property as home market perks up

Jehovah’s Witnesses group has sold 16 units in Tseung Kwan O since July – 11 of them after banks cut interest rates in September.

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https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3283378/hong-kong-religious-group-sells-us14-million-property-home-market-perks?utm_source=rss_feed


Malaysia seeks public views on controversial code of conduct for social media platforms

The authorities say the policy is to protect children and vulnerable groups but critics say it would lead to curbs on freedom of expression.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3283379/malaysia-seeks-public-views-controversial-code-conduct-social-media-platforms?utm_source=rss_feed


Singapore’s Pritam Singh case spawns ‘lao hong’ biscuits, spilled tea memes as trial adjourned

Netizens seize on buzzwords, lighter moments in the trial for memes including ‘Gigachad’ references and return of Low Thia Khiang to ‘save WP’.

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https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3283373/singapores-pritam-singh-case-spawns-lao-hong-biscuits-spilled-tea-memes-trial-adjourned?utm_source=rss_feed


Philippines’ chip industry group courts TSMC, UMC in bid to move up value chain

‘Send us your depreciated equipment, and … we’ll train the Filipino workers that you can deploy in your global operations,’ the head of the group said.

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https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3283366/philippines-chip-industry-group-courts-tsmc-umc-bid-move-value-chain?utm_source=rss_feed