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WORLD1d agoSeoul Whistler Film Festival explores stories of injustice , resistanceThe Seoul Whistler Film Festival is exploring stories focused on injustice and resistance. This describes a cultural event and its thematic focus.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
BUSINESS1d agoFrom Imitation to Innovation : How China Industrial Evolution Is Reshaping Global MarketsChina's industrial evolution, transitioning from imitation to innovation, is significantly impacting and reshaping global markets, indicating a major shift in international economic dynamics.alwihdainfo.com · China
MILITARY1d agoNorth Korea’s cruise missile launches test regional defence as arms race intensifiesSouth China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoHong Kong Apec meet to showcase ‘China’s voice’ in stability, treasury chief saysThe coming Apec finance ministers’ meeting in Hong Kong will demonstrate “China’s voice” in regional stability, with the city uniquely placed to bring together regional leaders for important exchanges in a geopolitically charged world, the treasury chief has said. In an exclusive interview with the South China Morning Post on Thursday, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui Ching-yu said the timing of the meeting of finance ministers from the 21 Asia-Pacific Economic...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoWhy Japanese PM Takaichi is still keen to roll out the welcome mat for TrumpJapan’s hopes for a visit by Donald Trump during his trip to Asia next month may be hanging in the balance as relations between China and the United States steadily improve. The US president spent three days in Japan ahead of last year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, and his meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was hailed as a sign of a “new golden age” in the countries’ relationship. But since then Trump’s growing rapport with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping has caused...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS1d agoHong Kong investors most eager in Asia to beat markets – but temper return hopes: reportHong Kong investors are Asia’s most ambitious stock pickers, but they have much more subdued return expectations than regional peers swept up in enthusiasm over artificial intelligence, according to a survey by a global asset management firm. Some 95 per cent of Hong Kong respondents said they wanted to outperform the market, the highest proportion in Asia, where the average stood at 85 per cent, according to a survey conducted in August by Natixis Investment Managers. Hong Kong investors...South China Morning Post
WORLD1d agoFighting is only part of lesson in China Taoist martial arts schoolsThe article highlights that fighting is only one component of lessons taught in China's Taoist martial arts schools. This sheds light on the cultural and philosophical depth of these traditions.pottsmerc.com · United States
SCI & TECH1d agoSmart Records Zero Dropped Calls in NTC Metro Manila Tests , Achieves 377 Mbps Peak SpeedA telecommunications company achieved zero dropped calls and high peak speeds in recent tests in Metro Manila. This indicates strong network performance and service quality.techpinas.com · Philippines
BUSINESS1d agoMSCI's downgrade proposal puts Indonesia’s EM status at riskSeeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYBREAKING1d agoNorth Korea test - fires cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines – The Indian Awaaztheindianawaaz.com · India
BUSINESS1d agoThe China decoupling paradox: why the world still needs its manufacturing machineTalk of global decoupling from China has persisted for years, as has speculation that emerging economies such as India and Vietnam could soon replace it as the “world’s factory”. But for Indian hardware engineer Neeraj Arora, the growth of India’s electronics manufacturing industry has not eliminated the need to source components from China. Instead, it has changed the nature of those imports. A decade ago, Arora imported finished phone chargers from the world’s second-largest economy. Today,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS1d agoVisa’s China approval a ‘direct outcome’ of Trump-Xi summit, Beijing saysChina said on Thursday that the recent government approval allowing American bank card payment giant Visa to operate in the country was the “direct outcome” of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to the United States last month. “The Visa card was granted permission to establish a banking card clearing institution,” said Qiu Wenxing, the Deputy Chief of Mission at the Chinese embassy in Washington. “It is a direct outcome of the presidential summit.” Visa received administrative approval...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoTrump press secretary Katie Zacharia never passed bar exam, wrongly claims China has noneWhite House press secretary Katie Zacharia has acknowledged that she never passed a bar exam, days after telling reporters she had passed one “when I moved to China”. In an interview with the conservative commentator Jack Posobiec on right-wing streaming channel Real America’s Voice on Thursday, Zacharia said she sat the California bar exam after graduating from Pepperdine University’s law school in 2011 but did not pass. She said the results were “somewhat inconsequential, because I knew I...South China Morning Post
WORLD1d agoJapan Takaichi says chores and makeup add hours to her workday , sparking debate on gender rolesTakaichi of Japan stated that household chores and makeup extend her workday, initiating a discussion about gender roles. This illuminates ongoing societal debates about work-life balance and gender expectations.stardem.com · United States
WORLD1d agoBeyond baby bonuses: Hong Kong needs to attract couples with liveabilityHong Kong’s efforts to boost the number of newborns in the city should be considered in the context of talent retention relating to Hong Kong’s liveability. When the Census and Statistics Department reported in August that births in Hong Kong had fallen by an annualised 15.6 per cent to a historic low of fewer than 30,000, it injected a sharp sense of urgency into public discussions as Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu prepared to deliver his policy address. The government addressed concerns with...South China Morning Post
MILITARY1d agoNorth Korea’s ‘Hunchback’ Missile Submarine Makes First At-Sea Appearance For Missile TestsThe War Zone
SCI & TECH1d agoRobots dance the ‘Macarena’ at Japan tech expoHumanoid robots were seen performing the “Macarena” at the annual CEATEC technology exhibition in Chiba, Japan.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS1d agoJapan Takaichi says chores and makeup add hours to her workday , sparking debate on gender rolesJapanese politician Takaichi has stated that daily chores and makeup significantly extend her workday, initiating a public debate on gender roles. Her comments highlight the societal expectations placed on women.cecildaily.com · United States
BUSINESS1d agoDGMA bans deployment of Indian seafarers in Sarawak Region of MalaysiaDecision follows recurring fatal accidents of young Indian seafarers over the yearsThe Hindu
POLITICS1d agoEuropeans ‘far more united’ on tougher China trade stance after German shift, Barkin saysEuropeans ‘far more united’ on tougher China trade stance after German shift, top expert Noah Barkin tells EuronewsEuroNews [en]
BUSINESS1d agoChina bought half of Brazil's oil exports as Iran war shut Hormuz, driving sales to recordTrade between Brazil and China reached a record US$143 billion in the first nine months of the year, driven by Brazilian oil sales that surged after the war on Iran disrupted Gulf supply, according to a report by the Brazil-China Business Council. Brazilian exports to China rose 12 per cent to US$84.7 billion between January and September, while imports from China grew 9.9 per cent to US$58.6 billion, the council said in its quarterly analysis of government data. The resulting US$26.1 billion...South China Morning Post
POLITICS1d agoCambodian Supreme Court Maximizes Sentence for Opposition ActivistThe Cambodian Supreme Court has imposed the maximum sentence on an opposition activist. This action raises concerns about political freedom and justice in the country.cambodiantimes.com · Cambodia
BUSINESS2d agoFirm accused of cost-cutting, false declarations over fire-safety parts in 48 liftsHong Kong authorities have uncovered alleged corner-cutting and false declarations involving fire-safety components in a contractor’s replacement of 48 lifts at two public housing estates. The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department said on Thursday that surprise inspections had found serious deficiencies in projects carried out by Taizoom Elevator (Hong Kong) at Tsui Ping (North) Estate in Kwun Tong and Pok Hong Estate in Sha Tin. It said 39 lifts replaced between May 2025 and July this...South China Morning Post
WORLD2d agoJapan's Takaichi says chores and makeup add hours to her workday, sparking debate on gender rolesBeing a prime minister is tough, with daily schedule packed with meetings and hourslong parliamentary sessionsThe Independent World