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September 15, 2024
McLaren overtake Red Bull in race for F1 constructors’ title after Piastri triumph
Oscar Piastri delivers cool performance on the track, while teammate Lando Norris battles back from 15th to close gap on Max Verstappen.
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September 15, 2024
Quad plans joint patrols in Indo-Pacific to counter illegal fishing
The elevation of the Quad grouping – the US, Australia, Japan and India – is widely seen as a move against Beijing’s increasing presence in...
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September 15, 2024
Olympic badminton champion Axelsen wins maiden Hong Kong Open title
Viktor Axelsen becomes first Danish player to lift men’s singles title in city since Peter Gade in 1997. Han Yue confirms rising-star status...
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September 15, 2024
China’s stealth drone sightings hint at future role as fighter jet ‘wingmen’
Chinese and US air forces are exploring ways to pair manned and unmanned aircraft as they revamp fighter jet programmes, observers say.
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September 15, 2024
China’s Sun Yingsha seals hat-trick of titles, as teen Lin continues winning run
Chinese pair take women’s and men’s crowns at World Table Tennis Champions event in Macau.
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September 15, 2024
Opinion | ‘China (bashing) week’ in the US is more spectacle than deterrent
From drones and EVs to cheap goods on Temu and Shein, Washington is busy protecting Americans from free trade with Chinese communists.
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September 15, 2024
China’s Xi puts culture and ecology front and centre on Gansu inspection trip
Four-day tour of Gansu province sees President Xi Jinping emphasise cultural and environmental protection alongside deeper reform.
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September 15, 2024
Hong Kong lack of depth exposed in Ecuador loss despite Coleman Wong victory
Hong Kong must battle for their World Group II status next year following loss to South Americans at Victoria Park.
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September 15, 2024
Jobs and housing main worries for Hong Kong’s needy, annual survey finds
Annual rating on the government’s overall performance has declined for a second consecutive year.
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September 15, 2024
Opinion | Whoever wins the US election, America isn’t stopping China’s rise
Any assertion that the US can reverse the trend of Chinese technological proliferation is not a serious argument.
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September 15, 2024
Philippine ship leaves South China Sea shoal, but Manila vows to send another
Philippine maritime council says another vessel will ‘immediately take over’ for ship China says stayed illegally in disputed Spratlys.
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September 15, 2024
Connections ‘aiming high’ after exciting pair lights up Sha Tin
Connections have high hopes for a couple of impressive winners after Sunlight Power and Magic Control blazed to victory at Sha Tin on Sunday...
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September 15, 2024
Hong Kong’s first waste water recycling plant can ‘save HK$48 million a year’
Facility provides recycled water for flushing at select sites in North district, with capacity able to expand to 520,000 residents.
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September 15, 2024
Purton makes career-best start to a HK season with another Sha Tin four-timer
Zac Purton set a new personal best for a start to the season when he repeated his four-timer at the season opener with another dominant disp...
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September 15, 2024
Houthi missile from Yemen hits central Israel for first time
The Iran-aligned Houthi said in a post on X that the weapon had reached Israel after ‘20 missiles failed to intercept’ it, describing it as...
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September 15, 2024
China’s low-priced EVs reign in Spain, make gains in Europe’s lanes
Beating competitors on price, China’s electric vehicles have made headway in Europe – but tariffs and trade scrutiny may slow their advance.
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September 15, 2024
Can’t sleep? Why it may indicate poor gut health, and what to do
An unbalanced gut microbiome is linked to diabetes and more. Digestive issues are obvious red flags, but there are others you may not expect...
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September 15, 2024
Huawei’s home-grown mobile OS with no Android support set to launch
HarmonyOS Next is ‘entirely independently developed and autonomous’, executive says at trade fair.
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September 15, 2024
China’s pension reform a ‘milestone’, but will it fix funding woes?
Beijing has ‘no choice’ but to raise retirement age as working population shrinks, but more is needed to fill fiscal gaps, analysts say.
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September 15, 2024
Why a surge in cow vigilantism under Modi 3.0 has India’s Muslims on edge
Analysts say the vigilantes operate under the political patronage of the ruling BJP, targeting Muslims suspected of trading cows for meat.
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September 15, 2024
China man kills dog by throwing it to ground after chasing scares granddaughter
Owner thinks pet was just playing with young childen so did not intervene to stop the chasing.
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September 15, 2024
Saudi Arabia seeks to attract Hong Kong investments for tourist spot Aseer
‘We want to bring the expertise, the know-how that Hong Kong’s businessmen have and transfer that knowledge to our region,’ Sultan Alshehri...
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September 15, 2024
‘Catastrophe’: 1 dead in Poland, 4 missing in Czech Republic amid Storm Boris
The storm has already caused the death of four people in Romania and thousands have been evacuated from their homes across the continent.
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September 15, 2024
Cyclist dies after being hit by tour bus on Hong Kong’s Lantau Island
Woman in her 30s knocked down on Sunday at 3pm near Shing Fair Orchard bus stop on Keung Shan Road in South Lantau, police say.
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September 15, 2024
Hong Kong HK$50 billion Silver Bonds issue a ‘win-win investment’: Paul Chan
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says bonds will offer elderly residents a safe and reliable place to park their money.
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September 15, 2024
China calls on US to axe tariff increases on EVs, solar cells and semiconductors
Beijing says Washington’s decision to raise duties on Chinese hi-tech goods will undermine supply chains without helping American industry.
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September 15, 2024
Christie’s merger with classic car dealer ‘great news’ for industry
With art sales down, the auction house’s merger with Los Angeles-based Gooding & Co is expected to breathe life into the classic car market.
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September 15, 2024
China touts home-grown chip machines amid self-sufficiency drive
Technology ministry claims ‘significant technological breakthroughs’ in deep-ultraviolet lithography by unnamed companies.
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September 15, 2024
Historic SpaceX private astronaut mission splashes down off Florida
The team had managed to hit a peak altitude of 1400km, the furthest humans have travelled from Earth since the Apollo missions to the Moon.
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September 15, 2024
Opinion | Why China is succeeding in Africa where the US is failing
China started building infrastructure in Africa decades ago, long before its Belt and Road Initiative could inspire Western jealousy.
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September 15, 2024
Best plant-based milks for fewest calories and better protein
Nutrition institute tests oat, soy, coconut and almond milk to find which plant-based milk is best in terms of calories and protein quality.
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September 15, 2024
Why China actor Yan Yikuan opts for supporting roles despite good looks
Fans and media have nicknamed him ‘god’s work’, highlighting the precision of his ‘3D modelled face’.
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September 15, 2024
Mario Draghi has a plan for Europe to avoid ‘slow agony’. Can it work?
Report was supposed to jump-start an industrial revival, but there are political obstacles and it will require unity on China policy.
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September 15, 2024
‘Gambling is harmful’: Malaysia’s PAS vows to shut casino if it controls Pahang
Parti Islam Se-Malaysia aims to tap the concerns of the country’s Muslim majority over gambling, which is forbidden in the Koran.
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September 15, 2024
Romantic Warrior could tackle Saudi Cup, Dubai World Cup in audacious dirt campaign
Romantic Warrior could embark on the most audacious of dirt campaigns in the New Year, with connections considering chasing the mega riches...
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September 15, 2024
Over 30 members of Hong Kong’s Physical gym signed deals within 3 days of closure
City’s consumer watchdog says gym played on members’ emotional heartstrings as amount involved in customer complaints hits HK$130 million.
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September 15, 2024
Why India’s growing middle class is changing the travel game in Asia
Indian travellers are looking to destinations including Hong Kong and Central Asia as they seek out new experiences, report shows.
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September 15, 2024
Could Cristiano Ronaldo add AFC Champions League to massive list of accolades?
Former Real Madrid and Manchester United forward saw his first attempt with the Saudi side Al Nassr end in the quarter-finals.
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September 15, 2024
Myanmar’s death toll from Typhoon Yagi rises to 74, dozens others missing
Typhoon Yagi has earlier hit Vietnam, northern Thailand and Laos, killing more than 260 people and causing major damage.
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September 15, 2024
Letter | UK arrests show it can hardly criticise Hong Kong on press freedom
Readers discuss two arrests in the UK, and efforts to cultivate patriotism in Hong Kong.
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September 15, 2024
Plus-size China model lauded for championing body positivity with inclusive brands
Her motto is ‘body liberty and fashion freedom’.
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September 15, 2024
AI fuels climate crisis, uses 30 times more energy than search engine: analyst
Researcher Sasha Luccioni says there is a need to raise awareness of the environmental impact of artificial intelligence.
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September 15, 2024
Death by shark? It happens way less often than you think, so calm down
Some people have a queasy feeling when swimming – and others will not even go into the sea. Is Jaws to blame for our fear of sharks?
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September 15, 2024
European luxury shares suffer rout as Chinese forgo high-priced goods
China’s rich, who once flocked to upscale boutiques in Paris, Milan and Hong Kong, may not return amid the economy’s downward spiral.
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September 15, 2024
Forget art, canals and palazzi – football is the real reason to visit Venice
With local club Venezia FC newly promoted to Serie A, now there’s a novel reason to visit the sinking city – the chance to see Italy’s top p...
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September 15, 2024
Did a Japanese WWII warship sail on kamikaze mission by mistake?
The battleship was sunk by US aircraft near Okinawa at the end of WWII as Japan tried to thwart further attacks on its mainland.
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September 15, 2024
North Korea likely has undeclared uranium enrichment site based on photos
Leader Kim Jong-un visited a uranium enrichment facility, which could be an undeclared site for building nuclear bombs.
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September 15, 2024
Malaysia to wait for Hong Kong’s goals on Islamic finance before helping: envoy
Consul General Muzambli Markam also says city can learn to better accommodate Middle Eastern consumer behaviour preferences.
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September 15, 2024
Hotels in Japan, China, draw investors as travel fervour improves returns
Japan is the favourite investment target amid a surge in tourism, a weak yen and low interest rates.
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September 15, 2024