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August 26, 2026
Landslide on China-Nepal border engulfs checkpoint, causing ‘major casualties’
President Xi has ordered the authorities in Tibet’s Gyirong county to spare no efforts in searching for missing people.
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August 26, 2026
Hong Kong Hyrox tickets go on sale tomorrow, and they could be gone in 30 minutes
Registration for public opens on Thursday, after two-day affiliate presale sees strong demand, with allocations selling out in minutes.
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August 26, 2026
South Korea can make good wine - and this producer has the bottles to prove it
Many think South Korea’s climate causes the flavour-masking sweetness of its wine, but Jeong Gyu-song of Jeong Ssang-eun Wine says otherwise...
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August 26, 2026
China’s CNOOC rakes in record first-half profit on high oil prices amid Iran war
China’s largest offshore oil and gas producer saw net profits jump over 23 per cent in the first half amid turbulence in the Middle East.
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August 26, 2026
Jeju Island officer accused of falsely closing missing-person cases after 2 found dead
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August 26, 2026
Fuelling future growth: China targets hi-tech pillars by 2030 to beat headwinds
Beijing bets on next-generation manufacturing – and stricter industrial oversight – to secure its economic strategy.
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August 26, 2026
Why South Asian students are rethinking Western university education
Rising costs, visa restrictions and better regional choices drive a shift towards domestic undergraduate study before going abroad.
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August 26, 2026
MiniMax revenue more than triples but remains behind pace to meet forecast
Despite soaring revenue and enterprise growth, MiniMax’s results underscore the fierce competition with US and Chinese AI labs.
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August 26, 2026
PwC International must face trial of Evergrande scandals claims: Hong Kong court
Liquidators seek claims of about 38 billion yuan from PwC International for Evergrande audit failures.
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August 26, 2026
No lead poisoning in children linked to infant formula scare: health authorities
Officials say all 237 children are healthy after consuming Friso batch flagged by Macau authorities.
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August 26, 2026
Singapore’s future island plan stirs concern over reefs and old fishing grounds
The plan to merge three islands could be another example of nature, memory and maritime heritage giving way to development, activists say.
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August 26, 2026
AI boom, profit surge fuel China’s ambitious chip assembly buildout
Chinese chip packaging firms launch multibillion-dollar expansion drive after logging triple-figure profit growth on surging AI demand.
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August 26, 2026
It’s official: China’s cadres are liable for environmental damage for life
Revised personnel rules tie performance to eco-impact more closely as the country shifts gear from growth to sustainability.
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August 26, 2026
Why Philippines is betting on drones to boost maritime security
Manila plans to use drones as force multipliers, but analysts warn building a credible deterrence network will require multi-year investment...
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August 26, 2026
Chinese wife, 90, inspires millions by preserving Alzheimer’s husband’s dignity
A nonagenarian Chinese woman demonstrates remarkable compassion by caring for her husband with Alzheimer's disease, maintaining his self-res...
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August 26, 2026
Frustration in China as US freezes green card interviews worldwide
The cancelled appointments mark the latest squeeze in a tightening vice on legal immigration during Donald Trump’s second term.
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August 26, 2026
Obituary | Zheng Fengrong, first Chinese female athlete to break world record, dies aged 89
Zheng Fengrong, the trailblazing Chinese athlete who revolutionized women's high jump in the 1950s, has passed away at 89. As the first fema...
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August 26, 2026
5-year plan, policy address to be unveiled on September 16, John Lee says
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced that both the five-year development plan and the annual policy address will be released simulta...
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August 26, 2026
Chinese navy fires radar-absorbing YJ-18A anti-ship missile in sea trial: expert
China's Navy conducted successful sea trials of the YJ-18A anti-ship missile, featuring advanced radar-absorbing stealth technology. Militar...
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August 26, 2026
Meet Eddie Murphy’s son Myles, who inherited his father’s comedic talent
Myles Murphy, the second offspring of comedy legend Eddie Murphy and Nicole Mitchell Murphy, is carving his own path in the entertainment in...
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August 26, 2026
Takeaway boom, new brands make up winning mix for Chinese hotpot chain Haidilao
Haidilao, a prominent Chinese hotpot restaurant chain, demonstrates strategic expansion through diversified revenue streams and innovative b...
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August 26, 2026
Opinion | China’s multilateral pitch is finding an audience
China's international cooperation initiatives are gaining traction among Western nations, including traditional US allies. While Beijing's a...
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August 26, 2026
‘Smart’ diabetes probiotic; China’s missile AI tracker: 7 science highlights
Recent scientific breakthroughs span healthcare innovation and defense technology. Researchers have developed intelligent probiotic solution...
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August 26, 2026
China’s Amos Food hungry for Hong Kong capital to expand global sweets empire
Amos Food, a Chinese confectionery manufacturer, is pursuing Hong Kong investment to fuel its international expansion strategy. Leveraging t...
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August 26, 2026
Brain-tech push gains pace as China sets standards and firms challenge Neuralink
Dozens of guidelines are coming, covering medical, industrial and consumer users as emerging neural technology moves towards wider adoption.
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August 26, 2026
Flash flood in Nepal washes away villages, power projects near Tibet
The overspill from the Bhotekoshi River has caused power cuts and damaged roads amid fears of heavy casualties.
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August 26, 2026
Zelensky urges China to use diplomatic weight to end Russia’s war with Ukraine
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August 26, 2026
Izakaya owner’s favourite Hong Kong spots for wonton noodles and congee
Clement Wong is a fan of comfort food, and has a few regular Hong Kong haunts for Italian, Chinese and Japanese dishes.
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August 26, 2026
Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City plans low-emission zone to clear downtown air
Vietnam’s business hub aims to phase out petrol and diesel transport from central areas by mid-2027, starting with buses and delivery fleets...
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August 26, 2026
North Korean athletes ‘determined to bring joy’ to Kim Jong-un at Asian Games
The delegation of about 100 people would be smaller than the one sent to the Hangzhou Games in 2023, where the country won 11 golds.
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August 26, 2026
Monk remanded after alleged theft of Monkey King statue from Hong Kong temple
Court documents state that Zha Jianxin holds a two-way permit and lives in Shenzhen, and that he allegedly took the statue from Lung Mo Temp...
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August 26, 2026
Smog without borders: Indonesia opens its skies to Malaysian rainmakers
Joint cloud seeding efforts offer immediate relief from the haze, but experts warn fire prevention at source is the real battle.
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August 26, 2026
Shellfish thieves in Australia make off with 400,000 oysters worth US$250,000
The oyster farm, which lost a third of its stock, says it will not be able to replenish in time for Christmas.
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August 26, 2026
BeiDou satellite navigation system covers 90% of key industry uses: ministry
39 pilot cities added 2.96 million BeiDou positioning terminals in first half of this year, up 30 per cent year on year.
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August 26, 2026
Hong Kong man loses HK$2.8 million in investment scam, among 50 cases in a week
Fraudsters conned victim in his 60s into investing in fraudulent ‘recyclable waste project’ by energy giants in Hong Kong, mainland China.
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August 26, 2026
15 newborns die in Pakistan hospital fire triggered by air-con fault
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to conduct an immediate investigation into the fire at the state-run hospital.
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August 26, 2026
China dividend stocks back in vogue as AI trade fizzles out and bond yields fall
Shanghai bourse index shows growth of 3.8% for energy, banking and transport industry stocks, crushing a 0.2% artificial intelligence gain.
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August 26, 2026
Who was Dolly Parton’s late husband, Carl Thomas Dean, her partner of over 60 years?
Carl Thomas Dean was the devoted spouse of country music icon Dolly Parton for over six decades until his passing at 80 years old. The coupl...
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August 26, 2026
‘Squeezed further’: calls for SME energy subsidies as power fuel surcharges soar
Industry leader urges energy-cost relief for SMEs and household consumption vouchers to ease bill pressures and support local businesses.
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August 26, 2026
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Latest Hong Kong news, updates, opinions and analysis, including on Hong Kong politics, the national security law, economy, society and weat...
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August 26, 2026
Hong Kong police officer accidentally discharges firearm at base
Police say single round fired at West Kowloon Regional Emergency Unit’s base but no one was hurt.
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August 26, 2026
South Korea scrambles jets after Russian military planes enter air defence zone
This is the second incursion in weeks since over 10 Chinese and Russian military jets entered the zone in late June.
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August 26, 2026
Dog injured, woman bitten in 2 new dog attack cases in Hong Kong
Authorities investigating latest attacks, which come amid mounting safety concerns after two other deadly incidents last week.
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August 26, 2026
DeepSeek targets 2027 listing as pre-IPO funding nears close: sources
Landmark round to lift Chinese start-up’s valuation to US$74 billion and set the stage for a Shanghai Star Market listing, sources say.
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August 26, 2026
Japan’s Hirosaki Castle dragged by 1,800 people using ropes and rollers
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August 26, 2026
‘Open air murder’: fatal brawl reignites fears over Malaysian gang violence
Dashcam video showing a man being rammed by a car during an armed street fight has triggered a murder inquiry.
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August 26, 2026
China’s coastal regions on high alert as Typhoon Saudel cancels flights, ferries
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August 26, 2026
RTHK editor gets 160 hours of community service for upskirt video
Chong Tak-yin, 57, pleaded guilty to unlawful recording of intimate parts after police found an upskirt video on his phone.
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August 26, 2026
The high quality, low risk reason Premier League clubs are buying Japanese
Japanese players have become increasingly attractive acquisitions for Premier League clubs, offering a combination of technical excellence a...
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August 26, 2026