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September 20, 2024
Will To Lam meet Biden and underscore Vietnam’s great power balancing?
It would be a ‘missed opportunity’ if a meeting between the Vietnamese president and Joe Biden does not take place, analysts say.
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September 20, 2024
Huge Australian penguin chick Pesto sets social media abuzz
Weighing 22kg (49 pounds) at nine months old, Pesto is already heavier than both his parents that weigh 11kg.
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September 20, 2024
Hong Kong bank sues estate of deceased man behind legal fight for same-sex rights
Hang Seng Bank takes outstanding mortgage repayment case against late Edgar Ng Hon-lam’s estate to court.
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September 20, 2024
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, September 20-22
With a harbourfront ‘block party’, an Asian dance premiere, a new Japanese brunch and more, there’s plenty to entertain you this weekend.
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September 20, 2024
Finding the beauty in things: the profound lessons of physicist Frank Wilczek
Wilczek’s book, A Beautiful Question: Finding Nature’s Deep Design, argues that beauty is the universe’s organising principle – and 2 Hong K...
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September 20, 2024
Macau approves ex-judge’s bid to stand as sole contender in leadership election
Electoral Affairs Commission says Sam Hou-fai has been accepted as official chief executive candidate after completing relevant examinations...
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September 20, 2024
Is Israel pressuring Hezbollah to withdraw from border with pager attack?
Israel is looking to force Hezbollah to drop its demand for an end to the Gaza war as a precondition to cease border attacks, analysts say.
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September 20, 2024
Hong Kong teacher jailed 16 months for taking more than 1,500 upskirt pictures
Leung Wing-san, 35, admits to secretly taking photos of least 10 victims, including some of his students in class.
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September 20, 2024
Opinion | Why the US should restore the Fulbright programme for China
Bringing back the grant would be a good start to reversing the damage to mutual understanding among our next generation of leaders.
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September 20, 2024
Hong Kong to get taste of autumn with temperatures set to fall to 24 degrees
Temperatures on Monday are expected to range from 24 degrees to 27 degrees, with strong winds on high ground.
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September 20, 2024
Filipino book lover turns home into communal library
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September 20, 2024
China wants humans healthier, longer by sequencing 1% of world’s population
The proposed Human Genome Project II could set in motion a ‘paradigm shift’ toward more precise public health, and a global research allianc...
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September 20, 2024
Singaporean drug dealer faces death penalty after deportation from Thailand
Rolex watches, gold chains and rings were also seized from Benny Kee Soon Chuan, who was living in Samut Prakan province.
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September 20, 2024
Why is axe throwing taking off in Germany and why are women so good at it?
Forget the dartboard – in German bars, people are throwing axes at targets to let off steam. Insiders explain why the hobby has taken off.
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September 20, 2024
Hong Kong new technology hub gets go-ahead despite judicial review challenge
Civil Engineering and Development Department says it has started inviting tenders for site formation hours after Exco approval was obtained.
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September 20, 2024
Philippines says China-centric Pogos ‘deeply’ linked to global crime rings
Senator Risa Hontiveros said the online casino industry could also be tied to spying, money-laundering and election interference.
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September 20, 2024
Hong Kong police arrest 55 in crackdown on triad-controlled businesses in Tuen Mun
Officers also seized narcotics worth HK$950,000 during the operation targeting illicit drug, gambling and prostitution activities.
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September 20, 2024
Narrow escape after hours in python’s grip
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September 20, 2024
Beijing official voices high hopes for Hong Kong’s promotion of opening-up agenda
Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office’s Zhou Ji voices confidence in city at launch of Beijing-Hong Kong Economic Cooperation Symposium.
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September 20, 2024
China to ‘gradually’ lift ban on Japanese seafood imports
The decision comes a year after the restrictions were imposed over the release of waste water from the Fukushima nuclear plant.
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September 20, 2024
Malaysia dangles tax breaks to lure Asia’s rich to revive China-led Forest City
Malaysia is offering zero per cent tax to attract wealthy Asians to set up family offices in the troubled mega-project, and revive Chinese-l...
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September 20, 2024
Paris Olympics: viral South Korean shooter lands first acting role
Kim Ye-ji took silver in the women’s 10m air pistol in Paris and her demeanour and look turned her into a worldwide online sensation.
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September 20, 2024
Hunt for origins of Lebanon exploding pagers widens to Bulgaria, Norway
Supply chains investigated after deadly pager attacks that also injured more than 2,300 people across Lebanon this week.
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September 20, 2024
Japan’s joint fighter jet project wobbles under UK cash crunch
Financial constraints force Britain to review taking part in the initiative to make one of the world’s most advanced warplanes.
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September 20, 2024
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September 20, 2024
China showcases Y-20 transport plane, other exports at South Africa air show
Beijing is actively promoting sales of the Y-20, its flagship heavy-lifting aircraft that is used to move troops and equipment.
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September 20, 2024
Panic as Taiwanese woman takes temple statue home for DIY paint job
Woman keeps 3 deity statues at home, often takes others from temples to expand her collection.
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September 20, 2024
5 fresh French brands beyond the obvious – from Sessùn to Sezane
Beyond powerhouse brands like Chanel and Dior are the likes of Sandro, Maje, The Kooples and Ba&sh, now going global, and behind them a coho...
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September 20, 2024
Padel eyes Olympics debut at 2032 Brisbane Games, Hong Kong chief says
Hong Kong sending team of 10 to inaugural Asia Pacific Padel Cup, to compete against Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines.
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September 20, 2024
5 must-shop places in Hong Kong this weekend, September 20-22
A block party with street food and workshops, a manga exhibition and the debut shop of a Thai beauty brand awaits shoppers this weekend.
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September 20, 2024
Harris and Oprah hold star-studded election event in US battleground state
Glitzy Harris town hall in Michigan contrasted with the darker tone taken by Trump at an antisemitism event in Washington.
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September 20, 2024
Is Hong Kong’s transport system ready for Coldplay’s arrival? Lawmakers chime in
Lawmakers say tourism sector already coming up with holiday packages ahead of band’s arrival in April, but call for more transport options.
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September 20, 2024
Father, daughter from China die after tree falls on car in Malaysia
The visitors were leaving a tourist attraction in Penang when the tragedy struck.
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September 20, 2024
Japanese boy mourned in China after fatal stabbing
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September 20, 2024
US study on Chinese innovation, iPhone 16 discounted in China: 7 highlights
From the fallout from the Lebanon pager blasts to Bali tightening tourism rules, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
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September 20, 2024
Punk sci-fi vibes at Prada’s spring/summer 2025 show at Milan Fashion Week
Prada was all about subverting conventions at its SS25 show at Milan Fashion Week, from shoulder straps and grommeted distressed leather to...
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September 20, 2024
Christie’s unveils lavish new Asia HQ at Hong Kong’s The Henderson
The new venue, which spans 4 floors in The Henderson and holds first sales on September 26, signals a commitment to ‘prestige’ and Hong Kong...
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September 20, 2024
Panda Watch: Hong Kong cubs put on healthy weight at 5-week mark
But experts say giant panda cubs will only start to eat more solid food at about 2½ years of age.
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September 20, 2024
ICC probe on Duterte may be ‘final card’ for Marcos administration as rift deepens
The ICC’s investigation is focused on extrajudicial killings, and the Marcos administration’s stance on cooperating with the ICC remains unc...
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September 20, 2024
Style Shoot: Sabato De Sarno’s daring vision for autumn/winter 2024
The creative director’s second outing sees him reinvent staple wear as statement pieces, with sparkling sequins and opulent lace.
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September 20, 2024
US parties find unity in Quad’s potential to counter China in the Indo-Pacific
Washington promises ‘tangible deliverables’ from leaders’ summit on maritime security that will almost certainly anger Beijing.
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September 20, 2024
New roster of owners on The Peak as famous and hidden tycoons steal bargains
Rare fire-sale deals in Hong Kong’s exclusive residential enclave have brought famous and hidden tycoons to the fore.
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September 20, 2024
Letter | Hong Kong can take a leaf out of national green guidelines
Readers discuss aspects of China’s green transition plan Hong Kong can emulate, and valuable trees on part of a golf course taken over by th...
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September 20, 2024
Singaporean living in Miami among 2 charged in US$230 million bitcoin theft
Malone Lam and Jeandiel Serrano allegedly spent the proceeds on nightclubs, luxury automobiles, watches and jewellery.
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September 20, 2024
5 wellness things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, September 20-22
Join a gong gathering to mark the International Day of Peace, join a gala fundraiser for a charity’s new centre, catch a film and more.
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September 20, 2024
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September 20, 2024
Chechen warlord says Elon Musk ‘remotely disabled’ gun-mounted Cybertruck
Kadyrov said the billionaire ‘gives expensive gifts from the bottom of his heart and then remotely switches them off’.
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September 20, 2024
Hang Seng Index eyes biggest weekly gain in 5 months
Hong Kong stocks rose, with the city’s benchmark heading for its biggest weekly gain in nearly five months, taking cues from a global rally.
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September 20, 2024
US FTC slams TikTok, Meta and Twitch over data used by AI
YouTube, social media platform X, Snap, Discord and Reddit were also included in the FTC report.
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September 20, 2024