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September 19, 2024
Hong Kong police arrest 11 in operation targeting modified cars, speed demons
Force seizes eight cars thought to be illegally modified for speed in crackdown on illegal racing and other traffic-related offences in West...
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September 19, 2024
5 movies or shows to watch in Hong Kong this weekend, September 20-22
Transformers One, with Chris Hemsworth, and a Hong Kong drama hit cinemas. The Penguin, with Colin Farrell, and a classic anime are streamin...
South China Morning Post
September 19, 2024
Trump vows to visit Ohio town at heart of false pet-eating claims
Former US president and his running mate have spread claims that Haitian migrants are abducting and eating cats and dogs.
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September 19, 2024
Hong Kong banks cut prime rates by quarter point; first cuts since 2019
HSBC and Bank of China (Hong Kong) trimmed their prime lending rates by a quarter percentage point, leading the first rate cut among Hong Ko...
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September 19, 2024
Japanese schoolboy fatally stabbed in China
South China Morning Post
September 19, 2024
FPL Gameweek 5 concerns amid injuries, lack of form and Haaland facing Gabriel
My 61-point haul marks the fifth week in a row that I have climbed up the rankings, but all that glitters is not gold.
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September 19, 2024
Coldplay confirms 3 concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak stadium in April 2025
The British rock band will perform at the soon-to-open 50,000-seat mega stadium on April 9, 11 and 12.
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September 19, 2024
Where a Hong Kong TV anchor goes for Chinese, vegetarian and kosher food
TV anchor Victoria Tang reveals her go-to Hong Kong restaurants for Chinese food, and her favourite place to get dosas in Nepal.
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September 19, 2024
How this village house got a beachy new look thanks to Kirin+lab
The owners of this Tai Po, Hong Kong home envisioned a weekend retreat that felt like stepping off the plane – a fusion of Bali/Japandi styl...
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September 19, 2024
Consul ‘saddened’ by boy’s death after stabbing; urges China to protect Japanese
South China Morning Post
September 19, 2024
ONE Championship: undefeated Nabati eyes Superlek belt by beating Nong-O
Russian has not lost in nine years as a professional fighter but faces biggest test of his career at ONE Friday Fights 81.
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September 19, 2024
Human genome stored on crystal which can last billions of years
British scientists hope revolutionary technology can be used to record the genomes of species facing extinction.
South China Morning Post
September 19, 2024
How does Hong Kong handle psychiatric patients?
Experts explain circumstances under which psychiatric patients are required be hospitalised or can be discharged.
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September 19, 2024
Japan protests over ‘unacceptable’ route taken by Chinese aircraft carrier
The warship and two destroyer escorts passed close to Japanese territory and Taiwan en route to the Pacific.
South China Morning Post
September 19, 2024
Australia smashes drug ring ‘The Commission’, seizes US$1 billion in cocaine
Police accused the group of moving 1.2 tonnes of cocaine into the country between February and July this year.
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September 19, 2024
Letter | Should Hongkongers be proud of never giving up?
Readers discuss the need to embrace a spirit of change, and the service quality of large private companies falling short of that of the gove...
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September 19, 2024
How strength training is key for bone health in menopause and before
Doing strength training during perimenopause and after menopause can help women build bone health and avoid osteoporosis, an expert says.
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September 19, 2024
Harvey Weinstein hit with new sex crime charge, pleads not guilty
New sex crime charge stems from an alleged assault in a Manhattan hotel in 2006.
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September 19, 2024
Over Momofuku? How to make spectacularly spicy chilli oil at home
There’s more than one way to make fiery chilli oil – here 2 chefs discuss their own methods of adding that distinctive touch to recipes
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September 19, 2024
Ex-CIA officer who drugged, sexually assaulted dozens of women gets 30 years in prison
Brian Jeffrey Raymond, who worked for many years at the CIA, lived in numerous countries and was fluent in Spanish and Mandarin.
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September 19, 2024
Japan’s Icom investigates explosion of walkie-talkies in Lebanon
The company said the production of model IC-V82, which appeared to be the version involved in the blasts, was phased out in 2014.
South China Morning Post
September 19, 2024
Hong Kong stocks waver as Fed hints at cautious rate cuts ahead
Hong Kong stocks fluctuated between gains and losses after the Fed hinted it was in no hurry to engage in more aggressive policy easing.
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September 19, 2024
Hong Kong officials warn borrowers to stay vigilant amid high rates
The pace of cuts in the prime rate used by commercial banks “may be slower” than those in the United States, warned the Financial Secretary...
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September 19, 2024
Google wins EU ads abuse case, overruling €1.5 billion fine
The EU’s Google cases marked the centrepiece of antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager’s bid to rein in Silicon Valley.
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September 19, 2024
Huawei’s Mate XT tri-fold handset sparks frenzy, leading scalpers to hike prices
Scalpers at electronics marketplace Huaqiangbei aim to resell the Mate XT’s base model for up to US$9,866, above Huawei’s US$2,800 price tag...
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September 19, 2024
Maggie Cheung turns 60: from beauty queen and Hong Kong icon to global fame
Her last major roles were 20 years ago – since then, she’s been busy with her music and philanthropic work, and was named Unicef ambassador...
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September 19, 2024
Style Edit: Richard Mille dazzles with an RM 17-01 Tourbillon masterpiece
The case of the RM 17-01 Tourbillon is set with precious stones, showcasing the Swiss luxury watchmaker’s outstanding skill as a jeweller.
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September 19, 2024
Style Edit: 3 timeless pieces from the Loro Piana Icons line
Each season, the Italian fashion house updates its evergreen Icons line of jackets and footwear, bringing in new fabrics and fresh details
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September 19, 2024
Australia’s housing crisis festers as reforms stuck in political gridlock
Home prices in the country are rising even with interest rates at a 12-year high, reflecting demand that’s outstripping supply.
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September 19, 2024
Fed rate cut to ease yuan pressure, ‘open up room’ for policy changes: analysts
US Federal Reserve announced a cut of its benchmark borrowing rate on Wednesday ‘in light of the progress on inflation and the balance of ri...
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September 19, 2024
Why are selfie shops and claw machine arcades popping up all over Hong Kong?
The new lipstick effect? ‘Experiential stores’ are making their presence felt in Hong Kong as thousands of traditional shops close.
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September 19, 2024
Japan’s bear spray shortage sparks panic amid rising attacks
The shortage is due to increased bear encounters and the high cost of imported bear spray.
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September 19, 2024
Opinion | US-China tensions risk igniting nuclear arms race in East Asia
The US, China and Russia should work together to contain nuclear weapons proliferation and constrain regional deterrence efforts.
South China Morning Post
September 19, 2024
Hong Kong women told to seize chance in spotlight as sevens series hits Hangzhou
Hong Kong face Malaysia, UAE and Japan in pool stage of second Asia Rugby Sevens Series leg this weekend.
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September 19, 2024
China dad transforms home into toy castle to distract daughter from electronic devices
Father has built over 300 toys for daughter, with many being extremely intricate.
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September 19, 2024
Vietnam aims to be ‘enemy to none’ in bid to boost Indonesia ties: analysts
Building comprehensive strategic partnerships allows Vietnam more room to manoeuvre, balance ties with major powers, observers note.
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Republicans fail to pass US spending bill with Trump-backed voting measure
House Speaker Mike Johnson must now decide how to proceed as a possible government shutdown looms.
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September 18, 2024
While you were sleeping: Inter boss Inzaghi’s ‘despair’ at City draw, Celtic hit 5
A bit quieter on the Champions League front this time around, but at least the managerial merry-go-round has started spinning.
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Music and mutual aid help people from ethnic minorities in Hong Kong
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September 18, 2024
Guo Pei’s been sewing since childhood – then Rihanna asked to wear her dress
The fashion designer tells Kate Whitehead about helping Rihanna shine like a diamond at the Met Gala, and why she is now focused on putting...
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Iranian hackers failed to interest Biden campaign in stolen Trump info: FBI
Nobody on the US president’s team is known to have responded to the unsolicited emails offering the hacked material.
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Hong Kong cuts base rate by 50 basis points to reboot economy
Hong Kong cut its base rate cut by 50 basis points for the first time in four years, kicking off a cycle that would help businesses and home...
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September 18, 2024
China quickly outpacing US in preparing for next war, Congress hears
Pentagon’s red tape and its slowness to embrace new technologies leave allies like Britain, Australia, Japan and South Korea in the lurch.
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Chinese researcher pushes US ahead in race to build ultra-precise nuclear clock
Graduate student Zhang Chuankun helps lab pinpoint laser frequency to drive timekeepers that could test foundations of physics.
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September 18, 2024
Who is Modern Family and Hysteria! star Julie Bowen’s ex-hubby Scott Phillips?
The Lost star was one of TV’s highest-paid actresses when she got divorced in 2018, and the ex-couple split their multimillion-dollar assets...
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Opinion | How China is becoming the Saudi Arabia of renewables
China’s declining demand for fossil fuels and increased clean-energy capacity could usher in a new shift in global wealth distribution.
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Zelensky says Ukraine ‘victory plan’ is ready
The leader, who has pledged to present his plan to US President Joe Biden, says it is fully prepared.
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Who is Felicia Culotta, Britney Spears’ former assistant?
Culotta saw Britney grow up from the age of 5, was the singer’s assistant from 1998 to 2007, got a lot of airtime around the #FreeBritney mo...
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024
Ukraine drone attack triggers earthquake-sized blast at Russian arsenal
A huge ball of flame was seen at the site where ammunition was stored, and the explosion was picked up by earthquake sensors.
South China Morning Post
September 18, 2024