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South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Opinion | The Philippines must think fast to handle South China Sea disputes
As tensions with China escalate, Philippine strategists are divided on how to protect the Southeast Asian nation’s maritime security.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
US called out China for supporting Russia in Ukraine, says Pentagon
An American defence official also raised with issue with Beijing of ‘harassment’ in South China Sea.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Meet Desperate Housewives star Madison De La Garza, Demi Lovato’s half-sister
She was cyberbullied during her time on the show, leading to an eating disorder at 7; now she’s pushing for representation as a director and...
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September 16, 2024
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...
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September 16, 2024
Major pipeline fire outside Houston, Texas forces evacuations
Fire involving a pipeline carrying natural gas liquids must burn itself out, its operator said, which could take until Tuesday.
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September 16, 2024
Meet Julie Macklowe, the fashionable socialite calling out the Met Gala
After a stellar finance career, the mum-of-two started a luxe whiskey label and organic skincare line; she’s famed for throwing wild parties...
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September 16, 2024
Putin orders army to become second largest after China at 1.5 million-strong
Move would see Russia leapfrog US and India in terms of number of active combat soldiers. Beijing has just over 2 million active servicemen.
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September 16, 2024
Germany lobbies fellow EU members to vote against tariffs on Chinese EVs
Efforts by Berlin come as China’s commerce minister is in Europe amid the trade dispute.
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September 16, 2024
13 more Hong Kong patients found with potentially deadly fish-linked infection
Patients with Group B Streptococcus found to have same ST283 strain as 27 earlier cases, Centre for Health Protection says.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Foreign policy takes a back seat in unconventional US presidential race
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Titan submersible’s final text: ‘all good’ before implosion, hearing reveals
The hearing, expected to last two weeks, will examine the Titan’s design, safety protocols, and crew qualifications to prevent future incide...
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September 16, 2024
Where now for China as economy loses momentum ‘across the board’?
China’s economic data in August largely disappointed, pointing to difficulties in meeting Beijing’s annual growth target.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
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.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Miss Hong Kong Ellyn Ngai aims to promote women’s rights, redefine beauty
‘Michele Reis of City U’ says she wants to use status to give back to society, urges more support for women in coming policy address.
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September 16, 2024
Man accused of trying to kill Trump wrote book urging Iran to assassinate ‘fool’
Ryan Routh’s online presence reveals shifting political views, including support for Trump and Biden, advocating for Ukraine and criticising...
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September 16, 2024
When will China respond to Fed rate cut as economic problems mount?
US Federal Reserve expected to lower its benchmark borrowing rate, which could give China room to ease.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Hong Kong, Dubai to boost efforts on sustainable finance as climate risk mount
Global climate finance must increase by at least sixfold to US$8.5 trillion annually through 2030 to prevent global warming, a US non-profit...
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September 16, 2024
Hong Kong watch repairer, 76, set to secure hawker licence after 6-year fight
Shir Wing-shing, a watch repairer for more than three decades, started his battle to get a hawker licence in 2018.
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September 16, 2024
HK$80 million up for grabs in Hong Kong Mark Six Mid-Autumn Festival snowball draw
Hong Kong Jockey Club reveals numbers 7, 15, 12 and 40 drawn the most in the past 38 rounds.
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September 16, 2024
What are Hong Kong police’s gun rules and how did fatal shooting happen?
The Post looks at how guidelines compare with other jurisdictions and recent cases such as officer’s shooting of man on Peng Chau last year.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Facing protracted Ukraine war, Russia’s Putin orders 180,000 more troops
The extra troops would increase Russia’s soldiers to 1.5 million as the Ukraine conflict persists, aiming to bolster forces amid ongoing bat...
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September 16, 2024
India could resume direct flights to China after 4 years amid thaw in ties
Industry players say resuming flights is a sensible move as India and China’s economies are ‘intermeshed with each other’.
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September 16, 2024
Chinese AI start-up hails ‘important improvement’ in OpenAI’s newest model
LLM developers have run out of organic data to train their models, so they are turning to reinforcement learning to recreate thought process...
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September 16, 2024
Opinion | What’s wrong with America today? Read Oswald Spengler
Democratic decay is not a bug but a feature in ‘The Decline of the West’ of a system that progressively favours naked power and dominance ov...
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September 16, 2024
Formula 1: McLaren chief praises ‘best season’ with sixth winner in past 8 races
Zak Brown says this season could be better than even 2021, which was decided on the final lap of the year and helped fuel the Netflix boom.
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September 16, 2024
Opinion | Trump’s descent into an alternative reality is obscuring our own
Donald Trump’s theatrics on the debate stage and beyond lower the bar for Kamala Harris and American voters seeking answers on policy.
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September 16, 2024
Ex-BBC anchor Edwards avoids jail over ‘repugnant’ child images
Huw Edwards received a suspended sentence after admitting to possessing indecent images of children, including pornographic videos of a chil...
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September 16, 2024
China’s WZ-7 drone, bomber team up for drill as ‘Ukraine lesson learned’
CCTV airs first official footage of WZ-7 and bomber jet taking part in joint air attack during drills at undisclosed location.
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September 16, 2024
After Trump assassination attempt, Musk asks why Harris, Biden not targeted?
Musk’s controversial tweet, since deleted, drew criticism for its insensitivity and potential to incite violence.
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September 16, 2024
Olympics legend Coe among 7 IOC members in race to succeed Bach as president
The athletics supremo is one of two Olympic champions in the race, which also includes three other sports chiefs, a prince and just one woma...
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September 16, 2024
Hong Kong firms can initiate cooling-off terms to boost customer confidence: consumer watchdog
Consumer Council chief says companies can offer cooling-off period on prepaid services without waiting for time-consuming passage of new law...
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September 16, 2024
Three arrested after teacher allegedly punched repeatedly in Hong Kong school
Attack linked to love triangle between victim and one of the suspects, who is the estranged wife of the teacher’s boyfriend, source says.
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September 16, 2024
CK Asset is first off the blocks touting new flat sale ahead of rate cut
Li Ka-shing’s flagship developer says it will put 558 units on the south side of Hong Kong Island on sale as soon as next month.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
‘Situation dire’: Papua New Guinea violence leaves up to 50 people dead
The fighting, which began days ago, has forced the nearby New Porgera gold mine to halt operations, and the government has declared an emerg...
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September 16, 2024
Sun, sea, but where’s the sand going? Spain’s beach blow
Beaches are getting smaller in Spain, especially in the Costa Brava, where coastal erosion has even seen sand brought in from the Sahara.
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September 16, 2024
Can India balance ties between Russia and West amid Ukraine peace efforts?
Analysts say while India seeks to be a responsible global stakeholder and boost its strategic interests, its resources may be limited.
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Who is James Corden’s ultra-private wife and baby mama, Julia Carey?
Comedian James Corden said he called Julia Carey ‘the most beautiful woman in the world’ the first time they met at a charity event – here’s...
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September 16, 2024
Meet Jack Ramsay, Hell’s Kitchen chef Gordon Ramsay’s military son
Jack and Holly, the Hell’s Kitchen star’s oldest kids, were born prematurely but are both thriving; Jack prefers a low-key life, staying out...
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September 16, 2024
Who is Rod Stewart’s ice hockey star son Liam, who recently married?
Liam Stewart may have grown up watching football, but he carved out a career as an ice hockey player – that is, until he took time out to be...
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September 16, 2024
India’s middle class is reshaping Asia tourism
South China Morning Post
September 16, 2024
Shogun’s Emmy triumph sets records, sparks interest in Japan’s feudal history
While celebrating Hiroyuki Sanada’s historic achievement, many are now eager to watch the series and learn more about their country’s portra...
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September 16, 2024
China’s first civil manned airship delivered
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September 16, 2024
Hong Kong, Macau to link bond markets to foster debt finance growth
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) will link its Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU) to Macau Central Securities Depository and Clearing.
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September 16, 2024
City’s Paralympians honoured at welcome home ceremony, talk of Paris pride
Chief Executive John Lee presents members of 23-strong Games delegation with certificates of commendation.
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September 16, 2024
How the eyes are windows into our health and why we should get them tested
An eye test can reveal many conditions, from high blood pressure to thyroid disease and diabetes, and preserving good eyesight can stave off...
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September 16, 2024
Drone show, sampan rides: what’s new in Hong Kong this Mid-Autumn Festival
The Post explores this year’s line-up of traditional and modern activities for the annual event, gives hints on when to catch the ‘supermoon...
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September 16, 2024
Unless you’re an HKJC official, what’s not to like about Warrior’s Saudi dream?
He’s put a few noses out of joint at Sports Road with his bold dirt ambitions in the Middle East but, really, what’s not to like about owner...
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September 16, 2024
China’s low-altitude economy adds ‘new track’ with home-grown blimp delivery
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September 16, 2024
Meet Robert De Niro’s eldest adopted daughter, Drena De Niro
Drena De Niro is clearly very proud of her adoptive father, and has even followed in his acting and producing footsteps – here’s what we kno...
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September 16, 2024