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January 9, 2026
China says extradited scam suspect Chen Zhi engaged in fraud
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January 9, 2026
Fortnum & Mason’s Hong Kong branch to close on January 25, holds clearance sale
‘We would like to express our deepest thanks to you, our customers, for your custom over the years,’ Hong Kong branch says.
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January 9, 2026
India-Bangladesh talks over Ganges waters may turn murky over politics, UN pact
Bangladesh’s election, Hasina’s presence in India and Dhaka’s signing of the UN water convention could complicate the 1996 Ganges agreement.
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January 9, 2026
Jeju Air crash ‘man-made’: 179 deaths may have been avoided, report finds
Families seek justice as government-commissioned report blames the fatal Jeju Air crash on a concrete mound at the end of the runway.
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January 9, 2026
Breaking | China to probe food delivery platforms under anti-monopoly law
State Council announcement cites ‘excessive subsidies’ and ‘price wars’ in document unveiling market assessment for online delivery services...
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January 9, 2026
Spring Fever: Ahn Bo-hyun, Lee Joo-bin in formulaic rural romcom K-drama
Spring Fever pairs Ahn Bo-hyun and Lee Joo-bin in a rural romcom that leans hard on the ‘city woman finds love and healing in the countrysid...
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January 9, 2026
Kazuyoshi Miura ready to ‘make a contribution’ to his new J-League team at 58
Miura made his Japan debut in 1990 but was famously left out of the squad for their first World Cup finals appearance in 1998.
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January 9, 2026
Greenland. Greenland. Greenland. Why is Trump so fixed on the US having it?
Denmark says it’s not for sale and people on the island seem opposed to being owned by the United States.
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January 9, 2026
Why the Philippines is taking control of undersea cable security
The moves will help strengthen regional stability and prevent Indo-Pacific connectivity from being quietly weaponised, analysts say.
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January 9, 2026
MiniMax and Zhipu’s stellar Hong Kong IPOs supercharge China’s AI ambitions
Zhipu’s coding assistant is wooing subscribers with a monthly fee of about US$3, a fraction of what Anthropic charges for Claude.
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January 9, 2026
Russia says it fired new Oreshnik hypersonic missile in strike against Ukraine
Russia’s Defence Ministry said attack was retaliation for an alleged attempted drone strike on President Vladimir Putin’s residence.
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January 9, 2026
Outside In | To root out corruption, Hong Kong fire probe must go beyond scapegoats
Public procurement failures often reflect government responsibility, and Hong Kong’s fire investigation must confront that reality.
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January 9, 2026
China’s shipyards still lead the world, but US threats took a toll in 2025
Chinese shipbuilders saw their market share dip for the first time in five years in 2025, as uncertainty over US port fees roiled the indust...
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January 9, 2026
A Napa legend, a Cantonese feast and a very bold pairing
The Californian vineyard that stunned the wine world 50 years ago is being paired with Cantonese cuisine.
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January 9, 2026
Protests sweep Iran amid internet blackout as state TV warns of casualties
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January 9, 2026
Access to minors’ devices should be allowed for protection: Hong Kong legal body
Independent Law Reform Commission makes suggestion as part of wide-ranging recommendations for proposed legislation to curb cybercrimes.
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January 9, 2026
Hong Kong rugby player charged with indecent assault and criminal damage
Faizal Solomona Penesa, 33, accused of molesting a bar patron and damaging door bolt while in police custody.
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January 9, 2026
Domestic helper gets 5 months’ jail in Hong Kong for abusing 11-month-old baby
Principle magistrate says although the baby turned out to be fine, the offence was serious and involved a breach of trust.
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January 9, 2026
Southeast Asia reels in buyers turfed out by Seoul’s housing crisis
Southeast Asian developers target South Koreans with luxury overseas investments, offering attractive payment plans.
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January 9, 2026
Musetti ends Coleman Wong’s Hong Kong Tennis Open dream in straight sets
Home hero breaks in second set to give himself chance, but ultimately loses 6-4, 6-4 to No 1 seed Lorenzo Musetti.
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January 9, 2026
Soap opera in the sky: why Philippine Airlines’ safety video became a viral hit
The melodramatic Filipino teleserye-style video has racked up millions of views online by blending safety rules with storytelling.
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January 9, 2026
The instant flavour booster you’re probably throwing away
Citrus zest – the colourful part of a lemon, orange or lime – can be stripped in many ways for use in marinades, salads, desserts and more.
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January 9, 2026
Iran shuts down internet amid growing protests
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January 9, 2026
China FM Wang Yi opens Africa tour with united call for rules-based order
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January 9, 2026
Authorities launch survey on long-term rehousing plans for Hong Kong fire victims
Fire-hit residents can opt for subsidised homes outside Tai Po by September 2026 or wait for Wang Fuk Court’s reconstruction in 2035.
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January 9, 2026
How will Maduro’s US abduction change Latin America?
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January 9, 2026
Malaysian football body risks Fifa’s takeover amid forgery scandal
Some sports fans claim that the reinstatement of FAM’s chief is ‘almost staged’ as concerns over Fifa’s next step mount.
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January 9, 2026
Chinese tourist accused of harassing turtle, killing sea slugs in Malaysia
A fellow visitor from China called out the man’s actions during a dive in Sabah state’s Semporna.
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January 9, 2026
Syria declares ceasefire in Aleppo after deadly clashes with Kurdish forces
Damascus gives armed groups a six-hour window to leave contested neighbourhoods in flashpoint Syria city as tens of thousands flee.
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January 9, 2026
Why are women-only communities growing in China?
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January 9, 2026
China ‘instant reply providers’ offer solace by responding to angry clients online
‘Good listeners’ with a high emotional quotient earn cash by listening to people’s gripes; offer to provide a ‘whole-day good mood’.
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January 9, 2026
Passenger injured in fire sparked by power bank on Incheon-Hong Kong flight
Accident occurred on Asiana Airlines flight OZ745 on Thursday night, with passenger sustaining burns as crew put out fire with extinguisher.
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January 9, 2026
Hong Kong political leaders gather to remember late commerce minister Gregory So
‘We mourn the loss of a dear husband, loving father and grandfather, trusted friend and colleague, and respected community leader,’ David Su...
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January 9, 2026
Israel says Bulgarian diplomat to direct Trump’s Board of Peace for Gaza
The Board of Peace is meant to oversee the implementation of the second and far more complicated phase of the Gaza ceasefire.
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January 9, 2026
Chinese AI stocks to drive market gains in 2026, though pace set to cool: banks
Julius Baer set a 12-month target for the CSI 300 Index at 5,100, which would be 7.6 per cent higher than Thursday’s close of 4,737.
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January 9, 2026
China’s ‘sweep and kill’ weapon, Malaysians opting for Singapore: 7 highlights
From China’s long game after Trump’s Venezuela operation to Eric Tsang leaving TVB, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
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January 9, 2026
Philippine navy ‘up to the challenge’ of defending territory in South China Sea
Manila is banking on modern ships and global alliances to challenge China’s increasing presence in the contentious waters.
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January 9, 2026
Why Chinese space station is studying how gravity affects battery performance
Project is led by the country’s second civilian astronaut working with researchers on the ground to look at ways to improve performance.
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January 9, 2026
Nasa to carry out first-ever space medical evacuation for astronaut
US-Japanese-Russian crew of four at the International Space Station will return to Earth within days, earlier than planned.
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January 9, 2026
Singapore to debate motion on Pritam Singh’s role as opposition chief
Singh’s conviction for lying to a parliamentary panel renders him unsuitable to continue in his role, leader of the House Indranee Rajah say...
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January 9, 2026
Chip sales to China part of US plan to build its own digital silk road: official
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January 9, 2026
Letters | As Hongkongers unite around Tai Po, the fire probe must deliver
Readers discuss how to sustain social cohesion in Hong Kong, the kindness of Hongkongers, and why the world must respond to the Venezuela ra...
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January 9, 2026
China’s consumer prices stay flat in 2025 amid focus on price wars
Beijing has been intensifying efforts to combat industrial overcapacity and fierce competition in key sectors, aiming to stabilise the econo...
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January 9, 2026
Hong Kong’s men fall short in bid to reach 2027 World Lacrosse Championship
10-6 defeat at hands of New Zealand means fifth place is best city can do, with top 4 at Asia-Pacific tournament qualifying for global event...
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January 9, 2026
Cold snap deepens as Hong Kong temperatures plunge to 2 degrees
Ta Kwu Ling in the New Territories recorded a low of 2 degrees at 7am, while Tai Lung near Sheung Shui registered 3.8 degrees, forecaster sa...
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January 9, 2026
Hong Kong stocks snap 2-day decline as China deflationary pressure wanes
Producer prices in December beat estimates, while consumer prices rose at the fastest pace since February 2023.
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January 9, 2026
Ex-El Salvador youth boss Torres handed reins at Eastern after Losada exit
Manu Torres confirmed as new head coach of struggling Hong Kong Premier League club.
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January 9, 2026
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, January 9-11
Make your own instant noodle cups before it is too late, check out a street dance festival, join a run and more in Hong Kong this weekend.
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January 9, 2026
US border agent shoots and wounds 2 in Portland as national tensions rise
Just 24 hours after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis, a federal agent opens fire during a targeted vehicle stop in Portland.
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January 9, 2026