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DISASTERBREAKING4d agoNepal - China flood survivors reach safe areas as families await news of nearly 3 , 000 missingasiaone.com · Singapore
DISASTER4d agoFire breaks out at Choa Chu Kang HDB block , 200 people evacuatedA fire erupted at an HDB block in Choa Chu Kang, leading to the evacuation of 200 residents. This incident highlights a local emergency response.asiaone.com · Singapore
BUSINESS4d agoLegal battle over Hong Kong tycoon Lim Por-yen’s HK$2.9b estate set to rumble onA 15-year legal battle over late tycoon Lim Por-yen’s HK$2.9 billion (US$371.8 million) estate is set to continue, with rival parties preparing for further legal action after a Hong Kong court ruled that his third wife and children were entitled to inherit part of his estate. Lim’s estate lodged an appeal after losing the legal battle last year, while Pearl Ling Meng-chu, daughter of Lim’s third wife, told the South China Morning Post that she had not ruled out taking further action. “She is...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS4d agoKorea decades - old shipbuilding rivalry crosses the PacificA decades-old shipbuilding rivalry involving Korea has expanded its competitive scope across the Pacific, indicating an evolving global business dynamic.koreaherald.com · South Korea
DISASTER4d agoNepal - China flood survivors reach safe areas as families await news of nearly 3 , 000 missingisp.netscape.com · United States
WORLD4d agoSadhguru refused immediate evacuation from Tibet to ensure safe exit of over 700 Isha members , says FoundationSadhguru reportedly declined an immediate evacuation from Tibet. This decision was made to ensure the safe departure of over 700 members of the Isha Foundation.news.webindia123.com · India
WORLD4d agoReviving Kuala Lumpur: can Malaysia modernise without pricing out its past?A yellowing receipt, framed behind glass near the entrance of Abdul Razak Gold House, records an address that no longer officially exists: “63 Ampang Street, Kuala Lumpur (Malaya)”. The shop’s modern glass frontage, polished counters and gleaming bullion cases give little away about its history. But step inside and that simple receipt serves as a small window onto pre-independence Malaysia. For six decades, this family business has reinvented itself in step with the city around it. What began as...South China Morning Post
DISASTER4d agoWater overflows from toilets, national roads like rivers; successive flood damages in Fukui PrefectureAsahi Shimbun
WORLD4d ago‘Green miracle’: US teacher returns to China after 26 years to find donation grew into forestA retired American teacher has reunited with a Chinese farmer 26 years after their initial encounter, returning to the once-barren sandy landscape transformed by his generous donation into a lush green environment. In 1999, Ronald Sakolsky, now 67, was teaching English in Luoyang, Henan province, central-eastern China, when he discovered Inner Mongolian farmer Yin Yuzhen’s efforts to combat desertification. Inspired by her dedication, he donated US$5,000 to support her mission. The pair first...South China Morning Post
WORLD4d agoHuman-wild animal clashes on the rise in China’s Giant Panda National ParkFriction between humans and wild animals at China’s Giant Panda National Park intensified significantly over the past decade as conservation efforts expanded, a new study has found. Farmers reported increasing losses between 2015 and 2024 stemming from damage to property and crops as well as attacks on humans and livestock. The team behind the study said the issue had become the most prominent challenge facing the park’s administrators. The Giant Panda National Park covers 22,000 sq km (8,500 sq...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS4d agoJD.com’s US$1.3b expansion could test Hong Kong’s footfall-driven retail property modelJD.com’s rapid expansion in Hong Kong could challenge the property model that has long made the city’s busiest streets and shopping centres its most valuable, analysts say. The Chinese e-commerce giant has invested more than HK$10 billion (US$1.3 billion) in Hong Kong property over the past two years, building a network of stores, warehouses and other assets that analysts said could reduce the importance of footfall for some retailers while increasing the value of logistics hubs and other...South China Morning Post
POLITICS4d agoRed heritage fuels rural revitalization in SW ChinaThe utilization of "Red heritage" is contributing to rural revitalization efforts in Southwest China. This describes a government-led initiative to foster development by leveraging historical and cultural elements.bignewsnetwork.com · United States
POLITICS4d agoFormer UN official says Hong Kong’s low fertility offers opportunity. Here’s howHong Kong’s low fertility rate is an opportunity rather than a challenge and gives the city a chance to become a global leader in building a child-friendly environment, a former UN resident coordinator in China has said. Siddharth Chatterjee, who held the role from 2021 until March this year, said Hong Kong could create a “pioneering blueprint” for others to follow if it could earn the status of a “Child Friendly City” under a UN initiative. While most developing countries and territories are...South China Morning Post
POLITICS4d agoIs the male lineage of the Imperial House Law tradition? What would its 'discoverer' Inoue Kowashi think now?Asahi Shimbun
POLITICS4d ago‘Chilling effect’: Japan’s whistle-blowers weigh high price of speaking outYutaka Kato* knew there would be risks when he reported suspected misconduct by his employer to Japanese authorities. What he did not expect, he said, was a 47.88 million yen (US$300,000) damages claim from that employer – the Japanese subsidiary of US-listed medical device manufacturer STAAR Surgical – along with the prospect of years in court and the uncertainty of whether he would ever return to work. Kato is among a growing number of whistle-blowers in Japan who say laws meant to protect...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKING4d agoRescuers dig into tunnel with hopes to rescue dozens as missing toll from Nepal, China flood nears 3,000Le Monde [en]
MILITARY4d agoNorth Korea’s defence minister dismissed in reshuffle of military leadershipNorth Korea’s defence minister has been dismissed as part of a reshuffle of the country’s military leadership, state media reported on Sunday. The “structural reorganisation plans” were decided during a meeting on Saturday led by Kim Jong-un, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said. No Kwang-chol was not only dismissed as defence minister but also demoted in the ruling party leadership to “first vice-director of the Munitions Industry Department”, KCNA said. Kim Song-gi, director of the...South China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKING4d agoDisastrous Floods hit Nepal - China border , ravaging Himalayan nationthenorthlines.com · India
POLITICS4d agoWorld : Leaders of Russia , China , Iran to attend summit in KyLeaders from Russia, China, and Iran are expected to attend a summit in Ky. This event signifies a significant diplomatic gathering of influential global powers.newvision.co.ug · Uganda
BUSINESS4d agoLeland Miller, sinologist: "China forces us to go beyond economics textbooks, to think about some kind of protectionism and minimum prices"Este experto norteamericano en la economía, política y cultura china propone medidas heterodoxas para evitar la desindustrialización y la inseguridad en las cadenas de suministro que supone el avance chino.Clarín
BUSINESS4d agoChina Focus : How adjacent Hengqin island facilitates Macao diversified development - XinhuaThe article focuses on how Hengqin island is contributing to the diversified development of Macao. This highlights a regional economic and policy initiative.english.news.cn
HEALTH4d agoSouth Korea and UNICEF Support Cuban Pregnant Women with Vital Prenatal SupplementsSouth Korea and UNICEF are collaborating to provide crucial prenatal supplements to pregnant women in Cuba. This initiative aims to enhance maternal health and support healthy pregnancies in the region.cubaheadlines.com · Cuba
MILITARY4d agoNorth Korea defence minister sackedNorth Korea's defence minister has been dismissed as part of a reshuffle of the country's military leadership, state media reported Sunday. The post North Korea defence minister sacked appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD4d agoMie police officer arrested for breaking into home and stealing watchA police officer in Mie was arrested for allegedly breaking into a home and stealing a watch. This indicates a breach of public trust and a criminal investigation involving law enforcement.japantoday.com · Japan