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September 18, 2024
Covert ops: Israel’s long history of pulling off complex attacks like exploding pagers
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September 18, 2024
Oil and gas giants spent US$5.6 billion cleaning images through ‘sportwashing’
Biggest spenders include women’s golf sponsor Aramco, and Ineos, which was founded by Manchester United boss Jim Ratcliffe.
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September 18, 2024
Chinese stocks down slightly; investors await Fed rate decision
China’s stocks traded near their lowest levels in more than five years as investors await a rate decision from the US Federal Reserve.
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September 18, 2024
Corrupt? I was just ‘hitchhiking’ on a friend’s private jet, Widodo’s son says
Kaesang Pangarep visited the office of Indonesia’s anti-corruption agency to reject allegations of wrongdoing over his use of the jet.
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September 18, 2024
Bangladeshi man, 47, dies after collapsing on Cathay Pacific flight to Hong Kong
Police receive report shortly after 8am that man fainted on flight arriving from Dhaka.
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September 18, 2024
Microsoft and BlackRock aim for US$30 billion AI investment
The Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership, which also includes Nvidia, will invest in data storage and energy projects.
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September 18, 2024
Hong Kong and China alliance can regenerate cricket in city, says coach Willis
Coach anticipates more ‘bumps in the road’ but optimistic over plans for long-term regeneration of Hong Kong cricket.
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September 18, 2024
Opinion | Why China’s ‘no first use’ policy requires more nuclear weapons
Adequate deterrence requires China to have sufficient nuclear warheads to resist an enemy first strike and ensure second-strike capability.
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September 18, 2024
China unveils first analysis of moon’s hidden far side from Chang’e-6 sample
‘Fluffier’ soil is distinct from previous near side samples and may offer ‘highly significant’ insights into lunar origin and evolution, sci...
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September 18, 2024
China dog owner pays US$12,600 after animal scares pregnant woman
Case attracts 110 million views on Weibo, sparking debate on unleashed dogs in public.
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September 18, 2024
Opinion | A measured approach to Hong Kong’s imported labour can ward off abuse
As long as rights are safeguarded, there is no reason why Hong Kong should not open the door wider to overseas workers in the longer term.
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September 18, 2024
Lee Man unconcerned over missing head coach for big AFC Champions League night
Hong Kong champions tackle Nam Dinh of Vietnam in ACL 2 opener, while domestic rivals Eastern begin continental campaign at Sydney FC.
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September 18, 2024
Many Hong Kong small businesses are on the brink of collapse. Can they be saved?
SMEs are struggling with cash flow, loss of business and an exodus of investors.
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September 18, 2024
Hong Kong’s Dr Fauci Yuen Kwok-yung on weathering Sars and Covid-19
He had an impoverished childhood, but went on to become world-changing infectious-disease scholar – Yuen Kwok-yung tells Kate Whitehead why...
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September 18, 2024
Indian migrants seek illegal US entry via Canada to evade heavily guarded south
The surge in such migrants comes amid reports of several Indians who died while embarking on the risky journey at the US-Canada border.
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September 18, 2024
Hong Kong sees biggest uptick in cryptocurrency activity in East Asia: report
The city rose to 30th place, up from the No 47 spot last year, in this year’s Global Cryptocurrency Adoption Index rankings by Chainalysis.
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September 18, 2024
Syngenta targets expansion in China to help boost food security, sustainability
Company aims to expand service centre network to 1,000 by 2028 from around 600 currently in an effort to educate more farmers.
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September 17, 2024
Hezbollah blames Israel for deadly pager blasts – but how was it done?
Analysts are trying to work out how hundreds of devices were sabotaged, with one report saying explosives were hidden in pagers from Taiwan.
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September 17, 2024
While you were sleeping: Liverpool ease past Milan, Kane scores 4, United get 7
Goals is the name of the game for this one. From the Midlands to Milan, and everywhere in between, nets were bulging almost non stop.
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September 17, 2024
In the US, Chinese bookseller stocks titles he could never sell before
Effectively forced to shut in China, Yu Miao opened a store in Washington selling Chinese books including titles from Taiwan and Hong Kong.
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September 17, 2024
Opinion | A smarter way to hone philanthropy in Asia
A new regional commission that includes Hong Kong aims to develop more effective solutions for socio-economic and environmental challenges.
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September 17, 2024
Taiwan getting US$228 million in F-16V fighter jet parts: State Department
Proposed sale said to boost self-governed island’s security and help maintain ‘political stability, military balance and economic progress’.
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September 17, 2024
Big gulp: rare photo captures live seal in humpback whale’s mouth
The seal was flushed out after being scooped up by the giant mammal, who was lunging to feed on a school of fish.
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September 17, 2024
China trade tased from all sides, backing Beijing into economic bind: analysts
‘The risk of intensifying trade wars is very real’.
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September 17, 2024
China’s EV makers feel crunch as high R&D costs collide with discount pressure
More than 50 new models could hit the market this year, but relentless discounting is devouring profit margins, spelling doom for some firms...
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September 17, 2024
Who is Lilly Jay, ex-wife of Ethan Slater – who’s now Ariana Grande’s BF?
Jay and Slater met in high school, share a son, and were together for over a decade before the SpongeBob SquarePants Broadway musical star s...
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September 17, 2024
Opinion | Can China strengthen climate defences before it’s too late?
While China has prioritised climate adaptation, inadequate investment, fragmented policies and poor coordination between municipalities risk...
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September 17, 2024
US official defends mix of diplomacy and competition with China in Indo-Pacific
Daniel Kritenbrink of State Department says dealing with Beijing in the region requires ‘intense’ statecraft and communications.
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September 17, 2024
Who is Cher’s youngest son, Elijah Blue Allman, and where is he now?
Cher just dropped her bid for conservatorship over her son, Elijah Blue Allman, after his struggles with substance abuse – here’s what you n...
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September 17, 2024
5 of the best new hotels in Manhattan eschew minimalism for fun
We take a look at some of the brightest, most colourful hotels recently opened in New York, each packed with ‘soul’ for a fun stay.
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September 17, 2024
Shiloh Jolie and Suri Noelle’s lives at age 18, compared
Both A-list daughters were born in 2006 and are estranged from their fathers; as they turn 18, they’re dropping their dad’s names and moving...
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September 17, 2024
Pimple patches hit the spot, worn loud and proud by these celebs
Patches from brands like Rael, Starface, CosRX, ZitSticka and Peace Out use hydrocolloid gel to calm inflammation and also stop the user fro...
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September 17, 2024
US officials head to China for talks amid overcapacity concerns
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September 17, 2024
Russian nuclear test chief says Moscow ready to resume testing ‘at any moment’
Russia has not done such tests in over 30 years, but Putin could do so to send a message to the West over long-range missiles for Ukraine.
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September 17, 2024
Panda conservation is helping other wild species thrive: scientists
Expanded protected areas and use of similarly effective techniques with animals living alongside the vulnerable bears seen as key to success...
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September 17, 2024
Hong Kong hospital battling bedbug infestation; 4 patients with suspected bites
Kwai Chung Hospital says it is investigating and has disinfected ward after finding bedbugs in at least 10 beds.
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September 17, 2024
Hong Kong Observatory issues amber rainstorm warning
Forecaster says there will be heavy showers with squally thunderstorms.
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September 17, 2024
Exploding pagers injure hundreds in Lebanon, Hezbollah blames Israel
The incident comes amid heightened tensions between Lebanon and Israel, with near-daily clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces.
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September 17, 2024
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been indicted on sex trafficking and racketeering charges
Combs, who denies the allegations, has been arrested and faces a potential legal battle.
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September 17, 2024
SCMP Best Bets: Punters can take a Chill pill at Happy Valley
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September 17, 2024
Harris cites Trump’s abortion ban for death of woman after medical care delayed
Harris, who has vowed to restore abortion rights, sees this as a reminder of the consequences of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Ro...
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September 17, 2024
China urged to protect firms, supply chains by safeguarding overseas interests
Study Times front-page article says China must extend its national security mechanisms to protect its interests overseas amid rising tension...
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September 17, 2024
How Chinese expertise helped to build US aerospace programmes
Throughout America’s ambition to lead the world in space exploration, engineers born in China have played major roles.
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September 17, 2024
EU Commission head von der Leyen unveils top team that may shape China policy
French, Spanish and Slovak politicians look set to play leading role in Brussels for next five years.
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September 17, 2024
Mainland cyclist’s death sparks calls for Hong Kong road safety publicity boost
More mainland tourists have been opting for bike tours in Hong Kong with various routes promoted on popular social media platform Xiaohongsh...
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September 17, 2024
Yokohama’s misery continues in AFC Champions League thrashing by Gwangju
South Korean side get first campaign off to a flyer in Seoul, while China’s Shandong Taishan also make winning start.
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September 17, 2024
Opinion | American democracy is a disguised oligarchy
From ‘the revolving door’ of high office and the C-suite to the symbiosis of lobbyists and politicians, elite interests define government po...
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September 17, 2024
Instagram unveils teen account with privacy, parental controls as scrutiny mounts
Users under 16 years of age can change the default settings only with a parent’s permission.
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September 17, 2024
Opinion | Will China’s latest crypto crackdown stifle its gaming industry?
New legal guidelines that classify cryptocurrency transactions as money laundering put digital assets used in popular games in a grey area.
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September 17, 2024