North Korea may sell nuclear bomb-making materials to rogue states, experts warn

North Korea’s uranium production already surpasses what it needs for its own security and could fuel illicit arms programmes worldwide.

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Macau national security committee clears former top judge Sam Hou-fai to stand for election

Election commission says committee for safeguarding national security cleared Sam for legal abilities and allegiance to city and country.

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Trump says only ‘consequential’ presidents get shot at, praises Harris for phone call

US election rivals Trump and Harris briefly put their differences aside in a phone call after apparent assassination attempt.

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China’s Lenovo builds AI servers in India as supply chain shift gathers pace

While India’s tech manufacturing sector is still small compared with China, it now makes increasingly sophisticated products such as iPhones.

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Israel’s long history of pulling off complex attacks like exploding pagers

Here is a look at decades of covert operations, assassinations and retaliatory strikes attributed to Israel.

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Indonesians urge University of Pennsylvania to revoke scholarship for Jokowi’s daughter-in-law

Social media users have accused Erina Gudono of using her political connections to join the course and ignoring the recent unrest in Indonesia.

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Saudi Arabia approves first exchange-traded funds tracking Hong Kong-listed equities

Saudi Arabia’s CMA said it approved AlBilad Investment Company’s request to offer “Albilad CSOP MSCI Hong Kong China Equity ETF” units on the Saudi Stock Exchange.

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US tariffs on China to lend a hand to Malaysia’s glove makers

The tariffs are expected to revitalise investor sentiment and reclaim market share, with analysts predicting a return to profitability for the sector.

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Netanyahu says returning residents to north Israel now a Gaza war goal

Gaza war’s ‘second front’ across the Israel-Lebanon border has forced tens of thousands of people on both sides from their homes.

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US rap mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs arrested amid assault lawsuits

Attorney for the Southern District of New York to unseal indictment, as lawyer for hip hop figure denounces ‘unjust prosecution’.

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Where in the world is closest to becoming a ‘15-minute city’?

Global study maps progress towards a 15-minute city ideal, highlighting disparities.

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Malaysia reports new mpox case in man who had not travelled abroad

Last month, the World Health Organization declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years.

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Malaysian farmers cater to China’s sweet tooth by dialling down durian bitterness

Purists fear the Musang King’s signature bittersweet balance may be at risk as some growers adapt its taste for the Chinese market.

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Midea shares rise in Hong Kong trading debut as city’s largest IPO since 2021 sizzles

The Foshan-based company raised HK$31.01 billon (US$3.98 billion) last week, after offering its stock at HK$54.80 a share, at the top end of an expected price range.

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Despite setbacks, Hong Kong is still the best place to do business

The exit of foreign firms and falling property prices shouldn’t overshadow the city’s resilient growth, access to the rest of China, and support for innovation.

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Blinken is heading back to the Middle East, this time without fanfare or visit to Israel

US Secretary of State’s trip to Egypt is billed as focused both on American-Egyptian relations and Gaza consultations with Egypt.

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Hong Kong’s Octopus eyes overseas markets as new mainland card travels well

‘Octopus – China T-Union Card’ is most used in Shenzhen, followed by Guangzhou, Shanghai and Hangzhou.

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Judge rules Robert F. Kennedy Jnr’s name will stay on Wisconsin ballot

Kennedy suspended his Independent campaign in August and endorsed Trump. Judge ruled candidates cannot be removed from ballot unless they die.

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Challenge to law forcing TikTok’s sale or US ban heard in federal court

ByteDance and several TikTok users contend the law violates their First Amendment rights; the government says the app’s Chinese ownership is a national security risk.

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Ryan Routh, suspect in apparent Trump assassination bid, charged with federal gun crimes

Ryan Routh faces charges of possessing a firearm despite being a convicted felon and possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number.

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Violence in Papua New Guinea near Barrick Gold mine leaves up to 50 dead: ‘situation is dire’

The fighting, which began days ago, has forced the nearby New Porgera gold mine to halt operations, and the government has declared an emergency.

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PwC invests in ‘high quality’ China business to ensure survival after US$62 million fine

PwC Zhong Tian was hit with a six-month suspension and a fine of 441 million yuan on Friday over the firm’s audit of failed property developer China Evergrande Group.

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At Pakistan’s pink palace, ghostly tales and TikTokkers complicate preservation

Mohatta Palace survives as an enduring gem of pre-partition Karachi. But how much longer can it withstand the tide of urban development?

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China’s stealthy yuan support ebbs, denting hot hedge fund trade

A lucrative trade that helped hedge funds ratchet up profits on Chinese debt instruments is starting to lose its charm, analysts say.

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Vietnam counts the US$1.6 billion cost of Super Typhoon Yagi’s destruction

As Vietnam assesses the damage, the long-term economic repercussions are expected to linger for months.

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Second assassination attempt against Trump raises questions: how could it happen again?

Pressure increases on the Secret Service after another assassination attempt against the former US president.

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Typhoon York kills 2 people and injures hundreds in Hong Kong in 1999 – from SCMP archive

The ‘erratic behaviour’ of the strongest typhoon to hit Hong Kong in 16 years catches forecasters by surprise

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Why death of star scientist Li Haizeng, 34, has Chinese researchers taking note

Fear of being left behind drives academics to work harder, even at the expense of well-being and mental health, says university lecturer.

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Hong Kong arts hub could tap private investors to finish building facilities: Bernard Chan

West Kowloon Cultural District Authority vice-chairman says naming rights up for grabs, with only about 50 per cent of cultural sites built.

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Low birth rate alone can’t explain Hong Kong education system’s woes

Schools that stick to the old ways of intense testing and exams are failing Hong Kong students, parents and the city as a whole.

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Noisy, smelly, yellow-eyed penguin wins New Zealand’s bird of the year

Can this win spark the conservation momentum needed to save the hoiho – thought to be the world’s rarest penguin – from extinction?

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At Emmys 2024, The Bear’s Ebon Moss-Bachrach wins first award, with show seen winning big

The Bear takes the first of what is likely to be several awards at Emmys 2024, with Shogun and Baby Reindeer predicted to do well too.

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Hong Kong police warn cybercrime targeting children; city logs 900 ‘naked chat’, scam cases

Nine-year-old girl videotaped having sex with man after meeting on app in one case, with police stepping up warnings over cybercrimes.

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Economist Jin Keyu on why the trade war is still a ‘gift for China’

Jin Keyu of the London School of Economics shares why she thinks the concepts of the ‘middle-income trap’ and ‘overcapacity’ are overblown.

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Trump safe after gunshots reported near his Florida golf club

It was not clear whether the reported shots were targeted at the former president. Biden and Harris have briefed, the Secret Service said.

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Germany’s Scholz seals migration deal with Uzbekistan on Central Asia visit

Scholz will also attend summit in Kazakhstan with region’s 5 former Soviet republics, which are all heavily influenced by China and Russia.

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Jobs, housing main worries for Hong Kong’s needy, annual survey on government finds

Annual rating on the government’s overall performance has declined for a second consecutive year.

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Historic SpaceX private astronaut mission splashes down off US coast

The team had managed to hit a peak altitude of 1400km, the furthest humans have travelled from Earth since the Apollo missions to the Moon.

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Over 30 members of Hong Kong’s Physical gym signed contracts within 3 days of chain’s closure

City’s consumer watchdog says gym played on members’ emotional heartstrings as amount involved in customer complaints hits HK$130 million.

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India’s middle class reshaping Asia tourism as sector pivots to next big market: analysts

Indian travellers are looking to destinations including Hong Kong and Central Asia as they seek out new experiences, report shows.

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Myanmar’s death toll from Typhoon Yagi rises to 74, dozens others missing

Typhoon Yagi has earlier hit Vietnam, northern Thailand and Laos, killing more than 260 people and causing major damage.

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AI ‘accelerating’ climate crisis, uses 30 times more energy than search engine: analyst

Researcher Sasha Luccioni says there is a need to raise awareness of the environmental impact of artificial intelligence.

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Did Japan’s WWII warship Yamato sail kamikaze mission over misinterpreted emperor question?

The battleship was sunk by US aircraft near Okinawa at the end of WWII as Japan tried to thwart further attacks on its mainland.

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North Korea likely has undeclared uranium enrichment site based on photos

Leader Kim Jong-un visited a uranium enrichment facility, which could be an undeclared site for building nuclear bombs.

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Hotel properties in Japan, China, draw investors as travel fervour improves returns

Japan is the favourite investment target amid a surge in tourism, a weak yen and low interest rates.

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China’s investment in Africa is getting a shake-up as the next belt and road phase beckons

As revealed at the recent FOCAC summit, Beijing will shift its African focus towards agriculture, green energy and critical minerals.

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Hong Kong has outbreak of deadly fish-linked infection. Here’s how you can protect yourself

City’s health chief has urged residents to be careful when handling freshwater fish after 27 people were infected with Group B Streptococcus.

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Peru’s controversial ex-president Fujimori buried after national mourning

While Alberto Fujimori was hailed for crushing a leftist insurgency and boosting the economy, he was convicted of gross human rights abuses.

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Test drive at 140mph: Alibaba’s Taobao puts Xiaomi car buyers behind virtual wheel

After an update to Taobao’s app on Apple’s Vision Pro headset, users can test drive Xiaomi’s SU7 virtually before buying it online.

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How Hong Kong researchers aim to turn bugs into drugs to treat autism and dementia

Microbiota I-Centre researchers have isolated 200 to 300 types of bacteria with therapeutic potential and hope one day to develop them into medications.

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Hong Kong has what it takes to bounce back. We just need to pull together

The city can move beyond its reliance on mass tourism from mainland China and instead get stakeholders to offer new opportunities.

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Venezuela arrests 6 foreigners accused of plotting to kill President Maduro

Three Americans, two Spaniards and a Czech citizen have been arrested and accused of planning to kill Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

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China child KOLs whose fame is comparable to top mainland movie stars

Young influencers have gathered millions of fans on social media, can make US$45,000 per video.

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Australia faces academic crisis as profit-driven policies erode university standards

The focus on international student fees has led to soaring class sizes and diminished academic support, raising concerns about quality.

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Hong Kong’s trade office in Kuala Lumpur to open as early as October, Malaysian envoy says

Consul General Muzambli Markam also says Greater Bay Area’s growing integration is an ‘attractive pull factor’ for Malaysian investors.

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Women in Iran remove their hijabs as 2nd anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death nears

The young woman had died after being arrested by morality police for not wearing the mandatory headscarf, sparking mass protests.

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Ohio woman behind pet-eating rumours spread by Donald Trump admits claims are false

Republicans have parroted Erika Lee’s accusations, prompting bomb threats in Springfield and causing Haitian migrants to become targets.

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Biden to use rest of term putting Ukraine in ‘best position’, senior aide says

The US president will meet Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky at the UN General Assembly this month.

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French woman in mass rape case becomes feminist icon: ‘Shame must change sides’

Thousands protest in support of Gisele Pelicot, whose husband allegedly her before inviting dozens of strangers to sexually abuse her.

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Biden meets UK PM Starmer and brushes off Putin’s threats about weapons for Ukraine

No decision was immediately unveiled after the US-UK talks, but there are signs Biden might shift American policy on deep strikes in Russia.

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Cambodia mulls visa-free entry for mainland China, Hong Kong visitors amid close ties

Participants at the Hong Kong-Asean Summit 2024 were updated on the strong growth potential for tourism between Hong Kong and Cambodia.

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Boeing factory workers to strike after rejecting pay contract

About 30,000 workers in Seattle and Portland areas will walk off the job, posing a challenge for new CEO Kelly Ortberg.

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Hong Kong will soon need to pay to enter the UK. What should you know about the ETA system?

The Post breaks down electronic travel authorisation (ETA) documents and the places where they are used.

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South Korea’s global baby adoption programme leaves ‘gaping hole’ in adoptee’s heart

China has banned overseas adoptions of locally-born children but South Korea’s international adoption programme is still going on.

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What China’s Belt and Road Initiative has in store for coming decade as priorities evolve

With focus of global trade plan shifting, gone may be the days when huge infrastructure projects left partner countries holding a big bill and facing environmental implications.

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Hong Kong primed to bring ‘singular and significant value’ to RCEP free-trade pact: John Lee

City leader discusses plans to join world’s largest free-trade pact at Hong Kong Asean Summit, an event organised by South China Morning Post.

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Elon Musk calls Australia ‘fascists’, attacks social media laws targeting misinformation

The proposed legislation to combat digital misinformation is the latest fight between Australia’s government and global tech giants.

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Legacy of Paris Games will live on far beyond 2024

This year’s Games broke new ground, and their long-term investments will continue to benefit people and the environment in Paris and beyond.

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Bomb threat stokes fear in Ohio’s Springfield after Trump amplifies pet-eating rumours

Evacuation of government buildings came days after the former president falsely claimed that Haitian immigrants were harming pets.

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Hong Kong’s Ocean Park may live-stream panda cubs before highly anticipated public debut

Ocean Park chairman says online broadcasts a possibility, with venue ramping up preparations before adult pair arrives later this month.

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Donald Trump says he won’t take part in another debate against Kamala Harris

The Republican ex-US president says polls show he won the last match-up, but surveys indicate his Democratic opponent fared better.

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Beijing may look beyond Hong Kong to hit back at US if city’s trade offices closed: experts

Beijing will want to craft response equal in weight to closure of trade offices and its target could fall anywhere within Sino-US ties, academics say.

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UK PM Starmer promises 10-year plan to fix health service: ‘reform or die’

His promise comes after a report showed there would be no more money without reform to a system found to be in critical condition.

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Diners lick their lips as popular Hong Kong cooked food market reopens after renovations

Stallholders happy to see loyal customers return to cooked food market in Sheung Wan but say rising costs eating into business.

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HK piques mainland China investors’ interest as lower rates prompt southward shift

Individual investors in mainland China, buoyed by incentives and a rising yuan, are seeing appeal in moving their capital to Hong Kong.

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Malaysian firm linked to Islamic sect denies allegations of child sex abuse

Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings says parties with an ‘agenda to bring down the image’ of its business are behind the claims.

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On Riyadh trip, Chinese Premier vows stronger trade, investment ties with Saudi Arabia

Chinese Premier Li Qiang addresses joint committee with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman; Li calls for confidence in China despite headwinds.

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Parents of China doctor who died donate his organs enabling him to ‘save lives one last time’

Man rarely got time off to visit family, died in motorcycle accident while travelling to hometown.

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2 Hong Kong parks to illuminate Mid-Autumn nights with lantern displays from Thursday

Lantern displays at Victoria Park and Tsing Yi Park will be lit at 6.30pm on Thursday and continue nightly till next Wednesday’s public holiday.

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Hong Kong companies in social marketing, urban farming sign up for Middle East expansion

Home-grown firms FansWave, Farmacy and Allied Environmental Consultants sign agreements with UAE investment firm at Belt and Road Summit.

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US plans to sanction prominent Cambodians linked to scam factories

At least one high-profile person close to Cambodia’s top political leaders is among those that would be targeted, sources say.

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China’s economy isn’t becoming Japanified, at least not yet

Despite fears China has entered have entered a ‘balance sheet recession’, the country has more tools than Japan to reflate its economy.

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China’s police chief urges ‘new chapter’ of Pacific Island security cooperation

The comments come after Australia – Beijing’s rival in a region it is eager to court – secures support for major Pacific policing initiative.

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Tech war: US-sanctioned Chinese AI chip rival to Nvidia, Biren Technology, plans IPO

The Shanghai-based unicorn, seen as a potential Nvidia competitor on the mainland, has begun its IPO tutoring process.

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China creates ‘concerto’ of rules for insurance sector, promotes long-term investment

China’s State Council issued a 10-point document on Wednesday outlining comprehensive regulations for the insurance industry.

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China, Philippines agree to keep talking after ‘candid’ Sabina Shoal discussions

Conciliatory tone of BCM meetings contrasts with rising tensions between the two countries’ coastguards and naval vessels in disputed waters.

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Profits for Chinese firms fall in second quarter; trend seen reversing in fourth

Mainland-listed companies reported a collective decline in profit for the second quarter, due in part to a weak domestic economy.

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LandSpace’s Zhuque-3 reusable rocket test a ‘breakthrough’ for China space race

200-second flight to 10km altitude tests key technologies including ‘crucial’ in-flight engine reignition during deceleration phase.

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Taylor Swift and Post Malone love-in at MTV Video Music Awards as ‘Fortnight’ collab wins

Swift hails Post Malone, co-winner of video of the year trophy, as ‘ridiculously talented’, he returns the compliment.

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Central Asia: China touts ‘universal security’ at forum to counter terrorism, crime

Public Security Minister Wang Xiaohong urges greater security cooperation for belt and road projects in first China-Central Asia ministerial conference.

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Complaints against Hong Kong gym chain Physical jump 50% after arrest of 2 bosses

Over 1,357 people file reports to customs on Thursday, compared with 900 the previous day.

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Indonesia’s US$20 billion Bali LRT raises eyebrows over heavy China reliance

The project has also prompted concerns over its funding source and possible traffic jams.

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Israeli strikes kill dozens at UN school and homes in Gaza

Six UN staff were among the dead at al-Jaouni Preparatory Boys School, where displaced Palestinian families are sheltering.

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Must have experience: impossible catch for pressured Chinese students seeking internships

Young Chinese hoping for a top job after graduation meet increasing competition and pitfalls on the way to building an eye-catching resume.

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Bill reviving US Justice Department’s ‘China Initiative’ passes House of Representatives

A bid to revise an anti-espionage programme that was discredited for its racial profiling is part of ‘China Week’ legislation, but the White House opposes it.

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Hypefest to make Hong Kong debut in November, with electronic music duo Justice to headline

Organisers say festival will take place along Central harbourfront from November 9 to 10 and is expected to attract 30,000 guests.

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Shengshu AI says its Sora-like text-to-video tool will bring down production costs

The Beijing-based start-up held an event dedicated to a feature in its Vidu tool that maintains consistency of subjects across clips.

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Chip war: former Samsung executives arrested for allegedly stealing tech for China

South Korean police says the two people leaked memory technologies to Chinese officials trying to replicate a semiconductor factory.

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Malaysia woman claims a year of office bullying led her to vent frustration and hit young son

Compatriots outraged by woman’s willingness to openly admit she took emotional distress out on son.

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Japan’s Fukushima peaches debut at Harrods, marking milestone since 2011 nuclear disaster

The fruit is now available at the luxury London department store, in a Japanese push to address safety concerns amid a global campaign to restore trust.

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Sam Hou-fai becomes sole candidate for Macau’s top job after securing 383 nominations

Macau’s former top judge will run uncontested in the leadership poll, set for October 13.

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China’s export growth tops expectations in August, but challenges remain

China’s exports rose by 8.7 per cent from a year earlier in August, while imports rose by 0.5 per cent last month.

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Assessment key to combating greenwashing, Nobel winner says at Hong Kong philanthropy forum

Professor Michael Spence says impact measurement must be conducted by a ‘reasonably objective’ third party.

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Australia to ban children as old as 16 from TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, others

The minimum age for children to log into social media sites has not been decided, but is expected to be between 14 and 16, the PM said.

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Events organiser Questex returns to Hong Kong for hospitality forum 6 years after decamping to Singapore

Questex picks Hong Kong for its yearly hospitality investment event, six years after closing its office in the city and consolidating its operations in Singapore.

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South Korea’s deepfake porn epidemic: victims demand action as crisis deepens

Experts warn that systemic misogyny and inadequate enforcement have allowed the crisis to spiral amid a widening gender divide.

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Let’s change the narrative on mental health in Hong Kong

Mental health issues are more common than some might think. Talking openly and reaching out to people around us who may be struggling can help.

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Taiwan firms less worried about possible US-China war compared with 2022

A survey by a US think tank found that companies from the island are continuing to do business with the Chinese mainland.

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Trio behind HK$11 million robbery of Hong Kong influencer jailed for up to 6 years, 4 months

Chan Siu-tat, Leung Yuk-yin and Yeung Chun-ming plead guilty to robbing cosmetics businesswoman So Mei-yan’s home in 2020.

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Ex-justice boss urges Hong Kong to give youngsters arrested in 2019 unrest a second chance

‘Once they have learned from their mistakes and accepted the legal responsibility, we must give them a chance and allow them to start fresh,’ Elsie Leung says.

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Scammers get Hong Kong man, 74, to stay in hotels for a week, steal HK$16 million from him

Police say retiree fell to phone scammer who impersonated mainland government investigator, while alleged suspect in con possibly a victim himself.

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China triplets attend same university, mother says is fulfilment of ‘prophecy’ linked to trio’s names

One sister says siblings are each other’s academic competition but also lean on one another for support.

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Malaysia scraps loathed internet re-routing plan after public backlash

Insiders warn fallout from scrapped DNS policy could undermine government efforts to attract tech investments from major players like Nvidia.

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Republicans accuse Biden team of lying about 2021 Afghanistan pull-out

House Republican report cites US Vice-President Kamala Harris as she seeks the presidency against Donald Trump.

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‘It’s a dream’: Filipinos in Singapore rejoice at once in a lifetime chance to see pope

The last papal visit was in 1986 when Pope John Paul II stopped by the city state for five hours.

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Puppy love: dog weddings on the rise in China even as pet owners shun marriage

Driven by the popularity of owning furry friends and a growing willingness to splurge on them, pet weddings are on the rise in China.

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Meet the Hong Kong scientists making waves with their new inventions

The Communist Party of China’s third plenum in July set the country’s long-term direction on economic policy, with strategic industries such as AI and biomedicine targeted. Traditional enterprises will also be encouraged to transform with the help of technology. The Post looks at innovations by up-and-coming Hong Kong scientists who are already making waves and may be even the next big winners like tech giants DJI and SenseTime.

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German passenger dies after passing out on Hong Kong-Mumbai Cathay Pacific flight

Man, 71, was declared dead at North Lantau Hospital on Sunday.

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Thailand is drowning in household debt. The new prime minister wants to change that

An estimated US$475 billion of debt is driving inequality, the government says – as Thailand’s economic growth lags behind its neighbours.

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China blames US ‘coercion’ for new Dutch export controls on ASML chip-making equipment

The Dutch government has said it would expand export licensing requirements for two ASML lithography tools.

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Hong Kong Housing Society may one day develop homes for cross-border residents: chairman

Outgoing chairman Walter Chan says suggestion raised by industry representatives and might be ‘something for the long run’.

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China’s consumer inflation misses expectations amid calls to fight ‘deflationary pressure’

China’s consumer price index (CPI) grew by 0.6 per cent in August, while the producer price index (PPI) also fell short of the expectations.

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Devil in the details in Hong Kong’s efforts to raise housing game

While a design guide and community living rooms are encouraging steps, government should adopt a people-centric approach across the board.

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From Malaysian roadside snack seller to billionaire: inside Lee Thiam Wah’s meteoric rise

Lee Thiam Wah opened his first retail venture out of necessity after losing the use of his legs. Now, he’s one of Malaysia’s richest people.

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China mum aims to teach son lesson, makes him work at snack stall, he earns US$1,400 in 10 days

Ironically, mother’s plan to teach son about hardship backfires, fed-up teen decides to pursue road stall business.

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Algeria’s Tebboune re-elected president for second term

While Tebboune’s re-election was certain, his main focus was to boost voter turnout in Saturday’s poll after record abstention rate in 2019.

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UK PM Starmer wants to counter rise of far-right by delivering economic change

Starmer told BBC the ‘solution’ is for government to deliver change promised in election manifesto, acknowledged that will mean unpopular decisions.

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Hong Kong officials investigate alleged sexual assault by teacher on 16-year-old student

School has submitted report to government over alleged assault two years ago after accusations posted to social media.

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Chinachem’s Nina Hospitality eyes UK, Singapore markets while Hong Kong regains momentum

Nina’s managing director said it is looking at expanding on the mainland and overseas, while becoming an upscale hotel group in Hong Kong.

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How a thriving private museum scene can drive Hong Kong’s East-meets-West cultural hub goal

Out of 35 private museums on record, only one gets regular government support. A lawmaker says a diverse sector can add more value to city.

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Singapore’s Changi Airport to expand with new mega terminal to stay ahead of regional rivals

The new Terminal 5, when operational in the mid-2030s, would allow the aviation hub serve more than 200 destinations.

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Hong Kong’s student housing boom sees investors snap up assets as rents soar

Investors are converting discounted properties into student accommodation in Hong Kong, eyeing high demand and potential for growth.

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Chinese tourists scour social media for hidden gems, personal touch as times change

Chinese social media platforms, such as Xiaohongshu and Douyin, are shaping how people travel abroad.

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Deadly dust: the Indian village where silicosis made 90% of the women widows

A village in India’s Rajasthan state has seen the majority of its men die, leaving behind a ‘village of widows’.

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Janet Yellen ‘probably done’ when Biden ends term, may meet Chinese counterpart soon

The US Treasury secretary says the US-China relationship ‘needs to be prioritised and nurtured’ by the next administration.

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Thousands protest in France against Emmanuel Macron’s PM pick Michel Barnier

The appointment of the centre-right politician was met with dismay from the left, with some calling it a ‘power grab’ by the president.

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Reagan director ‘shocked at the similarities’ between events in biopic and 2024 election

Delaying release of biopic of US president Ronald Reagan starring Dennis Quaid until this year means it’s viewed differently, director says.

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New Thai PM Paetongtarn vows to stimulate the economy ‘right away’

Thailand’s new prime minister is formulating policies that she said will give the country’s economy a boost.

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Hong Kong minister slams US business advisory on security law as bid to hurt economy

Constitutional affairs chief Erick Tsang also says city’s national security legislation has paved way for greater business opportunities.

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Hong Kong suspends construction labour import scheme amid alleged worker exploitation

Labour minister Chris Sun says no quota granted for latest application round, while authorities to check employers’ compliance with labour laws.

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Singaporean tutor admits using spycam to film his sisters, students in toilets

The part-time instructor told investigators he began taking voyeuristic images of his siblings since 2011.

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Colombian court orders drug kingpin Pablo Escobar’s menacing hippos to be hunted

Activists and tourism workers oppose the move despite the two-tonne beasts affecting Cundinamarca’s ‘ecological balance’.

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China could tow Philippine ship from disputed Sabina Shoal, but is it worth the backlash?

Analysts say removing Manila’s coastguard ship from South China Sea hotspot an ‘option’, but miscalculation risks drawing in the US.

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Brazil’s Lula fires human rights minister accused of sexual misconduct

Brazil’s president dismissed his human rights minister after allegations Silvio Almeida harassed several women.

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US says Iran’s missile transfer to Russia a ‘dramatic escalation’ in Ukraine war

Reports said Tehran has delivered short-range missiles to Moscow, raising concerns about the deepening ties between the two sides.

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Pakistani man charged over plot to attack New York Jewish centre around October 7

Canadian resident Muhammad Shahzeb Khan allegedly planned a mass shooting around the one-year anniversary of the Hamas assault in Israel.

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Prince Hisahito becomes Japan’s first male royal to reach adulthood in 4 decades

Emperor Naruhito’s nephew is one of only four men in the imperial family – which poses a problem for a system that does not allow empresses.

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British woman fined US$3,800 for shoplifting spree at Singapore airport

Tanya Bridget Hughes stole products, including cosmetics and shoulder bag, from various shops.

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Cathay’s A350 planes, the death of Jane Wu, Yagi shuts down Hong Kong: 7 highlights

From Cathay Pacific cancelling dozens of flights to China’s approach to Vietnam, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

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Rescuers on standby as Southern China braces for extreme winds from Super Typhoon Yagi

Rescuers and helicopters are on standby; Beijing sent more than 70,000 disaster relief items, including folding beds and sheets, to the area.

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Hong Kong’s Physical fitness chain temporarily shuts down after 38 years of business

Move comes after Hong Kong’s pension regulator demands Physical settle HK$3 million in outstanding contributions for 740 employees.

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The billionaire said it was ‘surprising’ he was being held responsible for other people’s content.

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Chinese stocks advance on PBOC’s hint of easing, Hong Kong closed due to typhoon

Chinese stocks rose after the nation’s central bank hinted at easing monetary policy in an effort to bolster growth. Also, expectations built for more consolidation in the brokerage industry

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EU’s carbon tax on China EVs sparks debate on environmental progress, economic burden in Asia

EU tariffs on Chinese EVs may benefit Southeast Asia and India, but complex environmental rules and carbon taxes pose challenges for Asian exporters.

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Severely injured man dies in South Korea after 4-hour search for hospital

Eight emergency centres declined to take in the construction worker due to staff shortages caused by a nationwide strike by doctors.

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China widens trade battlefield with precedent-setting dispute over Canada’s EV tariffs

In a just-announced investigation into Canada’s ‘discriminatory’ tariffs on EV imports, China has cited new legal language as justification.

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China to create megabrokerage by combining Guotai Junan and Haitong Securities

State-backed brokerages Guotai Junan and Haitong Securities are merging to create a financial powerhouse with US$230 billion in assets.

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46% jump in number of applicants for Hong Kong police after entry rules eased

More than 11,698 residents applied for inspector and constable roles in 2023-24, up from 7,997 in previous financial year.

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Japan company wows social media with cat ‘staff’ – office clerk, auditor, even ‘chaircat’

A company in Japan has gained viral fame thanks to its unique “cat staff”, which includes a 20-year-old feline that hilariously outranks all the human employees.

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Alibaba merchants hail adoption of Tencent’s WeChat Pay on Taobao and Tmall

Many hope that the move could lure more consumers from rival platforms that already accept a variety of payment methods.

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Fintech giant Ant Group spins out AI service into a personal assistant app in China

Zhixiaobao, a play on the Chinese name for Alipay, helps users with daily tasks such as ordering meals or hailing taxis through text or voice prompts.

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Japan, Australia to take military ties to ‘new height’ to tackle China clout

Tokyo and Canberra signed security deals and agreed to jointly help the Philippine coastguard in the South China Sea.

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Hong Kong surfers hit the waves during Super Typhoon Yagi despite increased patrols

About a dozen thrill seekers seen at popular Shek O Beach, potentially risking HK$2,000 fine and up to 14 days in jail.

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Indonesia arrests suspected terrorist who plotted attack on Singapore Exchange building in 2014

Singapore authorities are working closely with their Indonesian counterparts following the arrest of the man linked to the AQAP group.

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Ship that crashed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge to sail to China

The Dali lost power and hit the structure in March, killing six people and temporarily closing the shipping channel into Baltimore.

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TSMC supplier says AI chip market growth to accelerate, dismisses Nvidia wipeout

The CEO of Scientech, a semiconductor packaging equipment maker, says the AI boom ‘has just begun’.

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Who are the China-linked scientists under US investigation? A growing list

The targeting of scientists in the United States for suspected Chinese ties reached a peak in 2018 and continues to affect a very altered research environment.

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China’s C919 turns in stellar report card, but profitability remains elusive

China Eastern Airlines, Air China and China Southern Airlines have all taken delivery of the home-grown C919 narrowbody passenger jet.

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Tencent counts on AI boom, video gaming power to lift cloud business overseas

The tech giant sees growing demand from both Chinese and foreign clients to use its services abroad, Tencent Cloud CEO Dowson Tong says

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Singapore’s Hungry Ghost festival littered with challenges over improper burning of joss paper

Despite efforts to educate Singaporeans about proper joss paper burning during the Hungry Ghost Festival, litter and complaints persist

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Airbus, Rolls-Royce to address airlines’ safety concerns over Cathay Pacific A350 engine fault

Some carriers have made precautionary checks of their A350 fleets after an engine emergency forced a Cathay jet to return to Hong Kong

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Hong Kong stocks snap three-day decline on hopes for Fed rate cut; Wharf, SHK rally

Hong Kong stocks rose, halting a three-day losing streak, as investors increased their bets that the Federal Reserve will cut rates later this month following a weak US jobs report.

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Singapore’s tourists can ‘live like kings’ in Bali or Bangkok thanks to soaring dollar

Singapore’s currency is at its strongest against the US dollar in over a decade, benefiting travellers, but hurting some local businesses

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Super Typhoon Yagi: the dos and don’ts for residents when big storms hit Hong Kong

The Post answers questions about seeking out big waves, stocking up on food and getting to work when typhoons hit.

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Cambodia targets direct flights to Melbourne to boost trade, education ties with Australia

The potential university collaborations and investment opportunities, could offer new education prospects for Cambodian students

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China-Africa summit: Xi Jinping’s speech to shed light on expanding ties amid US rivalry

Leaders of more than 50 African countries gather in Beijing, with climate, infrastructure, security and debt on the agenda.

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Mother in China claims son suffers skin pigmentation loss after being slapped by teacher

A school in China is investigating an incident in which a mother claims her son now has vitiligo after a teacher slapped him for not doing his homework.

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South Korea’s nominated human rights chief sparks uproar over his anti-LGBTQ  stance

Ahn Chang-ho, who opposes anti-discrimination laws, also rejects the theory of evolution and wants creationism lessons in schools

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High-profile US Republican Liz Cheney says she will vote for Kamala Harris

The former US congresswoman and daughter of ex-VP Dick Cheney is a fierce Trump critic and chaired the House January 6 investigation

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What is Beijing’s 9-dash line in the South China Sea and what does it mean?

The cartographer’s mark was first drawn on official maps 80 years ago but has been the subject of numerous interpretations.

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Illegal betting saps 10% from Hong Kong racing turnover, Jockey Club says

Gambling operator reports total turnover of HK$304.9 billion and record HK$40.1 billion pumped back into community for financial year

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China honours WWII Flying Tiger pilots amid push to improve people-to-people ties with US

Nanjing Anti-Japanese Aviation Martyrs Memorial Hall releases names of 2,590 US pilots who died fighting on behalf of China

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US, China fracking boom is reshaping global energy sector but at what cost?

For all the well-publicised economic benefits of fracking, we can’t ignore the harm it does to the environment and public health.

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