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January 2, 2026
Tesla dethroned by China’s BYD as world’s top electric vehicle maker
A customer revolt against Musk’s right-wing politics contributed to a 9 per cent sales drop, allowing BYD to overtake Tesla as the top EV ma...
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January 2, 2026
2 cats found at Tai Po inferno site a month after Hong Kong blaze, SPCA says
Animal protection group calls discovery a ‘miracle’ and expresses hope of finding more missing pets.
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January 2, 2026
Chinese public warms to US while strongly backing Beijing’s trade stance: survey
‘Substantial’ uptick in favourability towards America compared with previous year, but still lower than scores for Britain, the EU and Asean...
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January 2, 2026
Explainer | Hong Kong’s John Lee has sciatica. Here’s what you need to know about condition
Post talks to orthopaedic specialists to find out more about common ailment that can cause excruciating pain.
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January 2, 2026
7 dead as Saudi jets strike UAE-backed forces in ‘peaceful’ Yemen operation
Separatists report 7 air strikes minutes after pro-Saudi forces announced a ‘peaceful’ bid to retake camps, accusing Riyadh of deception.
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January 2, 2026
Opinion | As the US struggles with affordability, consumer confidence eludes China
While many have soured on globalisation, protectionism has also failed to guarantee people’s desire for affordability and financial security...
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January 2, 2026
China’s top contract chipmakers pursue acquisitions amid self-sufficiency drive
Hua Hong Semiconductor set to close a US$1.2 billion deal, days after SMIC says it will take full control of a subsidiary for US$5.8 billion...
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January 2, 2026
China’s diplomatic divide: red carpet for Seoul, cold shoulder for Tokyo firms
While Tokyo’s corporate leaders stay home amid fallout from prime minister’s remarks on Taiwan, Beijing prepares to welcome South Korean pre...
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January 2, 2026
South Korea’s Lee heading to China to ‘push denuclearisation, end culture ban’
Four-day trip starting on Sunday will make Lee Jae-myung the first sitting South Korean president to visit since 2019.
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January 2, 2026
India’s entertainment sector eyes Netflix-Warner deal, fears impact
Films in Indian cinemas could be screened for a shorter period before they move to Netflix’s streaming platform, an association warns.
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January 2, 2026
No ‘piecemeal’ steps: Chinese journal urges more support for property sector
Top Communist Party journal calls on officials to roll out a stronger policy package in one go, rather than following ‘piecemeal-style’ appr...
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January 2, 2026
Back to the Past, starring Louis Koo and Raymond Lam, smashes Hong Kong record
Historical sci-fi action film earns HK$10.91 million in debut, the most for a Chinese film opening in city.
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January 2, 2026
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January 2, 2026
SpaceX will move 4,400 satellites to a lower orbit after China cited safety risk
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January 2, 2026
Swiss investigators rush to identify victims of New Year’s fire
Swiss officials say it may take days to identify victims of the Le Constellation fire, as many young revellers suffered severe burns.
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January 2, 2026
Historic Hong Kong police station reopens for exhibition
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January 2, 2026
Did a PLA stealth fighter approach a key Taiwan airbase? New video sparks debate
Footage released during military drill shows a J-20 against a background said to resemble Taiwan’s Pingtung, but some analysts are sceptical...
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January 2, 2026
Beijing’s peaceful Taiwan reunification push to continue ‘with utmost sincerity’
Mainland China’s top Taiwan affairs official issued vow in new year’s message that came days after a large scale PLA drill around the island...
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January 2, 2026
This former restaurateur releases debut book on Singaporean food culture
Little Perfections, by a Singaporean, US-based writer and cook, examines what Singaporean food is truly worth with essays and recipes.
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January 2, 2026
Hongkonger Wong hungry for major progress after Norway camp with Casper Ruud
Home favourite Coleman Wong will learn Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open first-round opponent when draw is made on Saturday.
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January 2, 2026
Trump and Iran official exchange threats after protests turn deadly
Trump says US ‘will come to their rescue’ if ‘peaceful protesters killed’, while Iran’s former parliament speaker blames US and Israel for u...
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January 2, 2026
Hong Kong mortgage recovery holds in 2025 despite end-of-year wobble
Hong Kong mortgage applications and approvals fell in November, but year-to-date volumes still point to a 2025 recovery.
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January 2, 2026
Why more parents in China are turning to home-schooling
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January 2, 2026
DeepSeek proposes fundamental AI shift with ‘mHC’ architecture to upgrade ResNet
The paper comes at a time when most AI start-ups have been focusing on turning AI capabilities in LLMs into agents and other products.
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January 2, 2026
Hong Kong trade office head picked to lead body coordinating Northern Metropolis
Linda So, director of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Guangdong, will take up new role from Monday next week.
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January 2, 2026
China’s EV sector doubles down on discounts and cheap financing as growth cools
Carmakers are shifting from straight price cuts to subsidised loans and feature-packed models, as China’s EV price war drags on.
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January 2, 2026
Vigil held for victims of Switzerland’s deadliest fire
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January 2, 2026
‘Repaid kindness’: Japan war orphan raised by multiple China families is now a midwife
Woman whose father perished when his plane was shot down and whose mother died after giving birth to her makes heartfelt plea for peace.
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January 2, 2026
Veteran Hong Kong lawmakers Starry Lee, Ronick Chan to vie for Legco presidency
Lee and Chan are running to succeed Andrew Leung as Legco president, with a vote on January 8.
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January 2, 2026
13-year-old arrested after New Year brawl in Hong Kong
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January 2, 2026
China’s box office up 22% in 2025 to US$7.4 billion, led by smash hit Ne Zha 2
World’s second-largest movie market sees domestic films capture nearly 80 per cent of sales, while Disney’s Zootopia sequel sets new high fo...
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January 2, 2026
Badminton bosses eye dramatic change to scoring system to make games quicker
World Badminton Federation considering cultural shift to sport, cutting points needed to win a game and putting focus on attack.
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January 2, 2026
C-Y Chia’s plant-based dishes from Lion Dance Cafe coming to Singapore.
Chef C-Y Chia, who is returning to Singapore after 13 years in the US, has put some favourite plant-based dishes into a new recipe book.
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January 2, 2026
‘Show your kinky side’: Sri Lanka probes syllabus error linking to gay site
Education chief quits as police probe ‘Bad Boys Club’ link in 400,000 English text books – since recalled. Officials suspect sabotage, AI er...
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January 2, 2026
Hong Kong’s retail recovery extends into November with sales up 6.5%
Sector’s growth marks third consecutive month recording above 6 per cent level year on year.
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January 2, 2026
US Navy aircraft crashes offer lessons for PLA carrier operations, analysts say
Chinese military could learn from rival’s strengths in search and rescue response, but also its weaknesses in maintenance and training.
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January 2, 2026
Meet Jake Connelly, who plays Derek Turnbow in Stranger Things
The 13-year-old fan favourite, who was in commercials before his big break, had to keep his involvement in the series a secret for 18 months...
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January 2, 2026
Wunderbar and Stellar Express headline Size’s assault on Bauhinia Sprint Trophy
John Size will be hoping to continue his march up the trainers’ premiership standings when he unleashes a two-pronged assault on Sunday’s Gr...
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January 2, 2026
Outside In | 2025 was the year of denial. What now?
Despite the threat of wars, tariffs, climate change and AI, normality has persisted. But it can only be a matter of time before such contrad...
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January 2, 2026
Celery seeds’ many uses, from flavouring Bloody Marys to treating gout
Celery plants, known for their stalks, also yield tiny aromatic fruits used in European and Indian food, cocktails and alternative medicine.
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January 2, 2026
Hong Kong’s IPO dominance in 2025 set to carry on into new year
The city’s exchange secures global bragging rights after 114 companies raised US$37.22 billion on the main board in 2025, according to LSEG.
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January 2, 2026
Why the Philippines’ military is betting on South Korean defence systems
The US$27.7 million contract covers combat management systems for two next-generation Philippine Navy frigates.
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January 2, 2026
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January 2, 2026
Air India pilot taken off duty over intoxication allegations in Canada
Canada’s transport regulator called the incident a ‘serious matter’ and demanded answers from the airline amid safety concerns.
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January 2, 2026
Video | Sai Kung campsite left in shambles after New Year’s Eve celebrations
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January 2, 2026
Hong Kong receives twice as many mainland Chinese visitors on New Year’s Day
Lawmaker attributes year-on-year jump to three-day holiday on mainland, while strained Beijing-Tokyo ties have also drawn some to city inste...
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January 2, 2026
Hong Kong’s new legal aid chief pledges full support for Tai Po fire victims
Chan Chak-ming also says his department will answer society’s needs with ‘professional, efficient and empathetic’ services.
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January 2, 2026
China must take action to avoid Japan-style deflation spiral, scholars warn
Unless Beijing introduces more forceful policies, consumers could get locked into a mindset that is ‘nearly impossible to break’, scholars s...
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January 2, 2026
Why Chinese young adults seek comfort of “digital parents”
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January 2, 2026