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WORLD53m agoMan arrested for alleged HK$450,000 theft of wife’s Chanel and Hermes bags, RolexHong Kong police have arrested the husband of a 34-year-old woman for allegedly stealing luxury goods worth HK$450,000 (US$57,700) from her at home. The woman, surnamed Chan, reported the case to police at around 8.30am on Saturday morning at their home in the Ocean One residential development in Yau Tong. According to police, Chan suspected that her 40-year-old husband, surnamed Lam, had stolen goods worth HK$450,000 in total. The items involved were Chanel and Hermes bags worth HK$300,000 and...South China Morning Post
WORLD1h agoLanguage matters in Hong Kong’s birth rate debate, not just moneyWhen Hong Kong debates how to raise its birth rate, the conversation usually revolves around money: bigger baby bonuses, tax concessions, housing support, cheaper childcare and so on. These economic measures are necessary. Lowering the cost of raising a child removes some real and immediate barriers. However, there is another, lesser-known factor that works more subtly and implicitly. It comes not from economics but from the structure of the language or languages we speak each day. Consider a...South China Morning Post
WORLD1h agoChina calls for joint efforts to address risks , challenges in nuclear field - XinhuaChina is advocating for international collaboration to tackle risks and challenges within the nuclear field. This initiative underscores the importance of global cooperation on nuclear safety and security.english.news.cn
BUSINESS2h agoReporter’s notebook: Kimi’s AI credit card turns spending into computing quotas – with limitsChina’s artificial intelligence companies have spent years persuading consumers to pay for their technology. Now, Moonshot AI, the start-up behind Kimi, is taking a different approach: offering AI computing benefits through a credit card. The company has teamed up with the Agricultural Bank of China (ABC) and American Express for what it calls “the world’s first AI native credit card”. After getting one for myself, the experience offered an intriguing way to bring AI services into everyday...South China Morning Post
HEALTH2h agoLandmark China trial gets 84% efficacy in treating cancer with cue from waste water techFor patients with advanced, metastatic cancer that has progressed despite systemic therapy – options remain critically limited. Now, Chinese scientists are pointing to an unconventional therapeutic agent – the element iron. This idea originated in industrial waste water treatment: iron can react with hydrogen peroxide to generate hydroxyl radicals, which degrade various organic and toxic molecules in waste water. Chinese scientists wanted to treat malignant tumours the way they treat waste water...South China Morning Post
MILITARY2h agoNorth Korea says it tested new AI-powered torpedo systemIt comes after North Korea tested two types of underwater-launched strategic cruise missiles on Wednesday as part of what is believed to be a push to bolster its naval capabilities.EuroNews [en]
CYBERBREAKING2h agoPolice receive over 100 reports about credit card charges for iPhone Duo pre-ordersHong Kong police have received more than 100 reports of unauthorised credit card transactions related to pre-orders of Apple’s latest iPhone model, the South China Morning Post has learned. Apple began its online pre-orders for its foldable iPhone Duo on Friday at 8pm, and complaints about suspicious transactions began to appear on social media overnight. Some credit card users claimed duplicate or unauthorised purchases of the new model. A source said the transactions involved a few million...South China Morning Post
POLITICS2h agoKorea expresses regret over Japan PM offering to controversial war shrineKorea has expressed regret regarding an offering made by Japan's Prime Minister to a controversial war shrine. This indicates ongoing diplomatic tension and historical grievances between the two nations.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
BUSINESS2h agoBank of Japan Ties Further Rate Moves to Economic and Financial ConditionsThe Bank of Japan has stated that its future interest rate decisions will be linked to prevailing economic and financial conditions. This indicates a policy of data-driven monetary adjustments.econotimes.com · United States
BUSINESS2h agoUS envoy highlights role of Korean investment in creating American jobsA US envoy emphasized that investment from Korea is important for generating jobs in America. This highlights positive economic cooperation between the two countries.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
MILITARY2h agoN . Korea tests new precision - guided torpedo using AI : KCNAkoreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
BUSINESS2h agoChina luxury demand recovery may remain elusive , forcing global brands to rethink growth : Bernstein reportA Bernstein report suggests that the recovery of luxury demand in China might be difficult, prompting global brands to reassess their growth strategies. This indicates potential shifts in the global luxury market and economic outlook.indiagazette.com · India
WORLD2h agoJapan says hosting record number of foreignersJapan has announced it is currently hosting a record number of foreigners. This indicates a significant demographic and social development for the country.jacarandafm.com · South Africa
WORLD2h agoChina invites Katie Zacharia to visit again after she claims nation lacks proper toilets China has invited Katie Zacharia for another visit after she made claims about the nation's toilet facilities. This story highlights a minor international cultural exchange or dispute.kvia.com · United States
POLITICS2h agoTakaichi sends offering to Yasukuni Shrine for autumn ritePrime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Saturday sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, regarded by Japan's neighbors as a symbol of the country's past militarism, at…Japan Today
WORLD3h agoAbby Choi’s partner tells murder trial she hid ex-in-laws’ financial reliance on herSlain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung’s partner told a court this week she initially misled him about her former in-laws’ wealth before describing them as horrible and ungrateful after a bitter family dispute. Chris Tam Fong-chun’s testimony also shed light on his complex relationship with Choi and his former classmate Alex Kwong Kong-chi. The three remained connected through their four children, as Choi had two with each man. During the third week of the murder trial, Tam told the High...South China Morning Post
WORLD4h agoAgence Kampuchea PresseThe title refers to Agence Kampuchea Presse. No specific news event is described.akp.gov.kh · Cambodia
WORLD4h agoTrend Intel : Chinese microdramas have Filipinos in a chokehold – are you watching ? Chinese microdramas are reportedly very popular among Filipinos. This highlights a notable cultural trend in entertainment.rappler.com · Philippines
POLITICS4h agoSwiss President Guy Parmelin arrives in Hanoi , beginning official visit to VietnamSwiss President Guy Parmelin has arrived in Hanoi to begin an official visit to Vietnam. This visit marks a diplomatic engagement between the two nations.news.tuoitre.vn
POLITICS4h agoInside story : Politician behind 521 - kilo shabu shipment bound for ManilaAn inside story reveals a politician's alleged involvement in a 521-kilo shabu shipment destined for Manila. This highlights potential high-level corruption and drug trafficking within the political sphere.rappler.com · Philippines
BUSINESS4h agoThe world’s biggest fine jewellery factory: How Pandora aims to make more and pollute less in VietnamPandora invested $150 million (€132mn) in a Vietnam factory, which it says will operate entirely on renewable electricity. The company also switched to using 100% recycled gold and silver in its jewellery production in 2024.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESS4h agoHong Kong’s new Huanggang Port seemingly quiet ahead of expected holiday rushHong Kong’s newly revamped Huanggang Port is expected to handle more than 100,000 passenger trips a day over the three-day Chung Yeung Festival holiday, but its departure hall remained quiet on Saturday morning. Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung said the port had operated smoothly since opening on Monday, handling about 80,000 passenger trips a day, with the figure exceeding 92,000 on Friday. That represented a 1.5-fold to almost twofold increase from the 30,000 to 40,000 trips...South China Morning Post
DISASTER4h agoBali fuel shortage a warning to Australians as tourists left stranded in petrol station chaosBali is experiencing a fuel shortage, leading to stranded tourists and chaos at petrol stations, and this serves as a warning to Australians. This highlights a disruptive event with international implications for travelers.perthnow.com.au · Australia
BUSINESS4h agoChina luxury demand recovery may remain elusive , forcing global brands to rethink growth : Bernstein reportA report indicates that the recovery of luxury demand in China may remain challenging, compelling global brands to re-evaluate their growth strategies. This highlights a significant economic trend affecting international commerce.aninews.in · India