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July 27, 2025
UK PM Starmer to recall cabinet from summer break to discuss Gaza
The recall comes after Starmer said the British government would recognise a Palestinian state only as part of a negotiated peace deal.
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July 27, 2025
34 killed in attack on DR Congo church by Islamic State-backed rebels
Dieudonne Duranthabo, a civil society coordinator in Komanda, said volunteers are preparing to bury the victims in a mass grave.
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July 27, 2025
Sea search launched after Hong Kong man in rented kayak goes missing
Man reportedly aimed to paddle to remote and scenic Po Pin Chau, with plans to return kayak by 4.30pm.
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July 27, 2025
Talks deadline for CK Hutchison US$23 billion Panama ports deal passes on Sunday
Exclusive negotiation period between CK Hutchison and consortium ended on July 27.
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July 27, 2025
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The latest news, politics and current affairs from Russia & Central Asia.
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July 27, 2025
Russia downsizes navy celebrations as Ukraine strikes near St. Petersburg
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July 27, 2025
China claim trio of golds to continue diving dominance at world championships
Zhu Yingxin and Xie Peiling claim victory in mixed synchronised 10-metre platform. Zheng Jiuyuan triumphs in 1m springboard in Singapore.
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July 27, 2025
Syria’s Druze grieve amid sectarian violence with Bedouin tribes
Hundreds were killed in Syria’s Sweida province, where government forces were sent to quell clashes between Druze factions and Bedouin tribe...
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July 27, 2025
Exclusive | China, US to extend tariff pause at Sweden talks by another 90 days: sources
Despite expected extension, insiders say trade talks unlikely to yield breakthroughs on specific issues though no escalations anticipated.
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July 27, 2025
Trump and European officials talk trade, tariffs in Scotland
If there is no deal and the US imposes 30 per cent tariffs, the EU has prepared counter-tariffs on US$109 billion of US goods.
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July 27, 2025
‘Global approach’ to AI regulation urgently needed, UN tech chief says
She insisted regulations are key as concerns mount over fears of mass job losses, the spread of deepfakes and disinformation, and society’s...
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July 27, 2025
My Take | Trump is right to reverse Biden’s failed curbs on chips to China
Ban not only failed to isolate Chinese advances in AI, but also gave companies such as SMIC and Huawei the chance to become global powerhous...
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July 27, 2025
Why did a Hong Kong government aircrew risk chasing after Typhoon Wipha?
Government Flying Service crew shares challenges of chasing after city’s first No 10 hurricane signal this year.
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July 27, 2025
Hong Kong seizes HK$13 million of illicit cigarettes, as culprits flee in boats
Marine police and customs team up for two operations in waters off Stanley and New Territories, but smugglers escape ‘without a trace’.
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July 27, 2025
Breaking | Abbot of China’s world-famous Shaolin Temple under criminal investigation
Shi Yongxin is suspected of criminal offences, embezzling project funds and temple assets, statement released on temple website says.
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July 27, 2025
Opinion | China could become a high-income country this year, but can it stay one?
The growth model built on suppressed consumption, high savings and high investment needs to be revised to deal with China’s current reality.
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July 27, 2025
Landmark US Chinatown survived Covid, hate crimes – but tariffs pose new threat
The streets brim with life after a challenging pandemic – but business owners warn tariffs threaten profit margins.
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July 27, 2025
Hong Kong slams Western countries over criticism of bounties for second day
‘Anti-China organisations’ and foreign countries making ‘irresponsible remarks’ about Hong Kong, government says.
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July 27, 2025
Rescuers trying to reach worker stuck in lift shaft at Hong Kong building site
Man, 57, had been working on a lift in a building under construction at Queen Mary Hospital.
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July 27, 2025
5 men deported to eSwatini from US spark public outcry, protests
The five men from Vietnam, Laos, Yemen, Cuba and Jamaica were flown to the African kingdom after US authorities labelled them “criminal ille...
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July 27, 2025
Mainland China says Taiwan recall vote shows how ‘political manipulation’ failed
Beijing criticises the Taipei government following Saturday's failed attempt to remove mainland-friendly KMT legislators.
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July 27, 2025
Spouses, children of top talent unhappy with life in Hong Kong: university study
Hang Seng University study finds nearly 70 per cent of spouses, 85 per cent of children reported feeling dissatisfied with life in Hong Kong...
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July 27, 2025
Could Messi finish career in Italy? Indonesian billionaires eye ‘dream’ transfer
Serie A club Como have richest owners in the Italian league in brothers Robert and Michael Hartono, who have ambitious plans for the club.
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July 27, 2025
WAIC Shanghai: Tencent, SenseTime unveil latest AI models to stir up rivalry
Big Tech companies are banking on their artificial intelligence businesses to deliver the next wave of revenue streams.
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July 27, 2025
Farmers in New Zealand fight pine forests to save sheep pasture
Pine plantations earn subsidies to soak up carbon emissions, but concern over the farm-to-forest project led to a moratorium on any new conv...
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July 27, 2025
Hong Kong visit by No 2 man at Beijing office linked to megaproject: analysts
Xu Qifang, the executive deputy director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, made first official visit to the city last week.
South China Morning Post
July 27, 2025
No more Achilles’ heel? Huge find boosts China’s zirconium reserve five-fold
Chinese geologists discover massive supply of the rare metal mineral embedded in sandstone along ancient river and lake systems.
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July 27, 2025
China dad, 82, picks plums before sunrise for son; story gains 4 million views
Octogenarian father moves son to tears by getting up in middle of night to pick plums after experts tell him it is best time for ‘crispier’...
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July 27, 2025
Tesla says EV maker in ‘big swing moment’ with autonomy, robotaxis, Optimus
Remarks by engineering chief served as a rallying cry for fans of Tesla and Musk amid shrinking market share and an ageing lineup in key glo...
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July 27, 2025
Opinion | Tackle unrealistic rents or watch Hong Kong turn into a ghost town
Rent levels are triggering a wave of shop and restaurant closures, causing job losses and making the city less attractive.
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July 27, 2025
Freedom Flotilla ship carrying aid to Gaza intercepted by Israel
‘Handala’ was the second ship operated by the group that Israel prevented from delivering aid to Gaza, where experts have warned of famine.
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July 27, 2025
He’s 80 and still running marathons. How does Olympian Jeff Galloway do it?
Galloway, whose Run-Walk-Run method has helped countless people take up endurance running, reveals how he trains and what he eats.
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July 27, 2025
Explainer | Want to get the most out of Hong Kong’s parking options? The Post has answers
City government has proposed doubling rates of public metered parking spaces from HK$2 per 15 minutes to HK$4, with plans to start in Septem...
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July 27, 2025
More top clubs tipped to follow Liverpool to Hong Kong, but pitch concerns remain
Kai Tak Stadium CEO and organisers praise football festival, saying Hong Kong is ‘very attractive for promoters’.
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July 27, 2025
Hong Kong police arrest 14 in crackdown on traffic offences
Officers from New Territories South traffic branch also issue tickets and summons to more than 180 motorists for allegedly speeding.
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July 27, 2025
China and the US wanted Sweden to host their next round of trade talks
Analysts point to good relations with both countries and a history of neutrality as reasons for Stockholm being chosen venue for negotiation...
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July 27, 2025
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July 27, 2025
6 dead, dozens injured in north India Hindu temple crowd surge
Crowd surges are not uncommon in India, where massive groups often congregate at religious sites, overwhelming local infrastructure and secu...
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July 27, 2025
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July 27, 2025
China woman burns bottom after sitting on stone for 10 seconds, needs skin grafts
Burned grandmother, whose home province is known as one of China’s ‘3 furnaces’ in stable condition as doctors issue hot weather warning.
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July 27, 2025
Brave migrant workers rescue woman from Singapore sinkhole
The construction workers rushed to the driver’s aid after a 3-metre deep sinkhole opened up in eastern Singapore.
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July 27, 2025
Hong Kong economy set for continued growth in second quarter, Paul Chan says
Financial secretary says strong exports, a rebound in private consumption and series of mega-events have fuelled ‘upward momentum’.
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July 27, 2025
Australian battery scientist Guo Zaiping joins CityU as energy material chair
Leading Chinese academic whose work could revolutionise the electric vehicle industry has taken up a prestigious new role in Hong Kong.
South China Morning Post
July 27, 2025
Have you seen these films by star Hong Kong directors Ronny Yu and Tsui Hark?
Chow Yun-fat and Sally Yeh charmed in Yu’s 1984 horror The Occupant, while Tsui joined Joey Wong and Sam Hui in 1985 comedy Working Class.
South China Morning Post
July 27, 2025
Why China-Russia ‘troika’ talks are back on India’s table
New Delhi’s cautious openness to reviving the long-dormant Russia-India-China dialogue signals a careful hedging of its geopolitical bets.
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July 27, 2025
Taiwan’s opposition lawmakers survive recall campaign
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July 27, 2025
Hong Kong’s John Lee holds first forum to gauge views for coming policy address
Residents at Hung Hom forum share thoughts on topics covering housing, poverty, youth development, and innovation and technology.
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July 27, 2025
Exclusive | US business leaders to visit China as both sides meet for latest trade talks
The US-China Business Council delegation, led by FedEx chief Rajesh Subramaniam, is expected to meet senior officials, sources said.
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July 27, 2025
Towngas to build hydrogen-powered EV stations amid mixed signals for clean fuel
‘Once our business scales up, the costs of electricity generated from hydrogen will be lower than other green power sources,’ COO Cheng says...
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July 27, 2025