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Cornell faculty vote no-confidence in leadership after gang rape case
Faculty members at Cornell University on Friday passed a no-confidence resolution against the elite college’s leadership over its handling of an alleged gang…
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Ted Lieu seeks Congress leadership post, aiming to break another glass ceiling
California Democratic Congressman Ted Lieu is seeking to become the next chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, one of the top leadership jobs in the US…
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Will the US midterm ‘blue tsunami’ erode China’s faith in Trump and Xi’s relationship?
China may start looking for ways to make its deals with the United States less dependent on the personal relationship between presidents Xi Jinping and Donald…
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Can China champion the Global South without speaking for it?
Travelling through South America earlier this year, I was repeatedly reminded of China’s growing importance. At Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires, I…
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California’s first Asian lieutenant governor traces roots to esteemed family in China
Amid a national Democratic wave in the midterm elections, a California Democrat has made history as the first Asian-American elected to the state’s…
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Pope Leo in Uruguay to kick off South America tour just weeks after lung surgery
Pope Leo began an emotionally charged tour of South America on Friday, returning to a continent that helped shape his priesthood just three weeks after…
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Trump names Stephen Miller chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles after midterm losses
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that Stephen Miller would replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff, elevating a long-time loyalist and…
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US, China trade chiefs hold call ahead of Trump-Xi summit in Shenzhen
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer held a video call with Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng on Friday, as both sides…
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Panda fans flock to Zoo Atlanta for the debut of Ping Ping and Fu Shuang
Zoo Atlanta’s newest pandas munched bamboo and lounged on Friday during their public debut as smiling visitors lined up to welcome them. Ping Ping, a male, and…
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Call to end ‘unjust’ national security cases as Hong Kong slams ‘malicious attacks’
Ten countries – including the “Five Eyes” allies – have called for an immediate end to “unjust prosecutions” under Hong Kong’s national security law after…
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US and EU’s China talks channel comes back to life after stalling since Trump’s return
The European Union and the United States plan to revive talks about China after a two-year hiatus, according to multiple people familiar with the planning. The…
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Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, charged in US with possession of child sex abuse photos
The 82-year-old estranged father of Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, was arrested on Friday at a senior care facility in Florida on a charge of keeping child…
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‘Clock is ticking’: European TV channels targeted in wave of hoax bomb threats
Bomb threats warning “the clock is ticking” were sent to TV stations across Europe on Friday, prompting evacuations and programming to be suspended. Warnings…
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Hong Kong’s yacht industry eyes mainland China buyers but challenges remain
Hong Kong’s yacht industry is seeking to attract more buyers and visitors from mainland China under a new cross-boundary travel scheme, but relatively high…
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US adds 165,000 jobs in October as labour market beats expectations
Employment in the United States grew by 165,000 jobs in October, far exceeding analysts’ expectations, with the unemployment rate dipping to 4.1 per cent…
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What’s next after airlines? Asia data breach raises wider cyber fears
A massive data breach that affected several airlines across Asia has underscored the need for industries in the region to revisit their reliance on third-party…
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Iran war revives Bahrain’s conflict with Shiite Muslim majority
Shaken by the accuracy of Iran’s attacks on Bahrain and support for them among some Bahrainis, authorities in the Gulf island nation have launched a…
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After midterms upheaval, US ag exporters call for stability in China trade
As the midterm “blue wave” threatens to further complicate US-China relations, American agricultural exporters are calling on Washington to focus on delivering…
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Democratic Congress to guard US’ Taiwan policy and press Trump on arms sales
The Democratic US Congress may push for faster arms sales to Taiwan following the party’s resounding midterm election victories, but there will be no…
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More funding could be sought if HK$10b university town loan scheme falls short
Hong Kong’s education secretary has said she will seek additional funding if a HK$10 billion loan scheme falls short of the needs of institutions setting foot…
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Tesla’s Musk pulls plug on Cybertruck for robotaxi push after years of poor sales
Tesla would wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027, CEO Elon Musk said on Friday, after years of persistently weak sales for…
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Trump left with ‘no good options’ to end Iran war after crushing US midterms defeat
As Republican losses in the US midterm elections highlight how unpopular the war in Iran is, all eyes are on Washington’s next moves and whether the election…
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A kill switch for epilepsy? China cuts seizures by 92.6% in first human chemogenetic trial
For people living with refractory epilepsy, the brain is like a city that can suffer a blackout any time lightning strikes. Without warning, an abnormal neural…
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Kenyan doomsday cult leader jailed for 200 years for murdering 191 followers
The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult linked to the deaths of more than 400 people was sentenced on Friday to 200 years in prison for the murders of 191 people…
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Family Business Summit day 2 tackles US-China ties, Asean and geopolitical shifts
The Family Business Summit wrapped up on Friday with delegates weighing China-US relations, Southeast Asia’s growth trajectory and the Russian economy, against…
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Midterm swing won’t change trajectory of US-China rivalry
American voters have spoken. In the midterm elections, Democrats won both the House and Senate in a sweeping rebuttal of US President Donald Trump’s erratic…
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Hong Kong firms must innovate to compete in mainland China, trade chief says
Hong Kong companies can survive intense competition in mainland China by being innovative and maintaining high standards, the head of the city’s trade…
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EU investigates fraud in Spain rail funds after fatal Madrid crash
The European Union is investigating the possible misuse of EU funds earmarked for the renovation of a Spanish railway line where a train crash killed 69…
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Signs of Prabowo-Widodo rift grow as Indonesian lawmakers target VP Gibran’s credentials
A growing push among Indonesian lawmakers to investigate Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s academic credentials is raising questions about the influence…
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Tokyo still ‘dodging the issue’ a year on from Takaichi row, Beijing says
Beijing has said responsibility for the “serious difficulties in China-Japan relations lay entirely with Tokyo” one year on from Prime Minister Sanae…
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Beijing approves giant Long March 9 rocket for deep-space and lunar base runs
Beijing has given the go-ahead for the Long March 9, a super heavy rocket often seen as China’s answer to SpaceX’s Starship, weeks after the American…
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28 arrested in crackdown as bid-rigging task force launches first operation
Hong Kong authorities have cracked down on a syndicate and arrested 28 people allegedly involved in bid-rigging, including board members of contractors and…
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China’s AI chipmakers report first profits, but will the trend continue?
China’s pure-play artificial intelligence chipmakers crossed an important milestone in the third quarter as several firms swung into profit, but severe supply…
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China puts DF missiles on display as flight bans fuel speculation about ICBM test
Chinese state media showcased several Dongfeng-series missiles on Thursday to mark a key anniversary, including the nuclear-capable DF-61 intercontinental…
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Viral Chinese app lets strangers vote on purchases to stop impulse buying
Ahead of China’s Double 11 shopping spree, a viral WeChat mini-programme called “Wallet, Please Wait” is helping consumers curb impulse purchases. The free…
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Japan deploys AI, specialist teams to counter cyberattack wave
Japan’s government on Friday compiled a package of emergency measures to address a spate of recent personal data breaches caused by unauthorised access, amid…
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Why Malaysia may still face trade uncertainty after US midterms
Malaysia’s hope for a shift in US trade policy is unlikely to be realised for some time, experts warn, as the new Democratic-led Congress will face strong…
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Hong Kong temperatures to fall to 18 degrees next week as cold front hits
Temperatures in Hong Kong are expected to drop to as low as 18 degrees Celsius (64.4 Fahrenheit) on Tuesday as a cold front hits the city early next week…
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Indonesia doubles down on climate goals despite surging wildfire emissions
Indonesia’s climate ambitions are being undermined by devastating wildfires that contradict its emissions-cutting strategy, casting a shadow over Jakarta’s…
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Democrats’ blue wave means rough waters ahead for US-China relations
Comedian Patton Oswalt once joked about the United States electing a KKK president after the progressive years of Barack Obama. The joke is worth retelling…
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Chinese space firm builds wooden rocket nose cone for cheaper, frequent launches
Chinese commercial space firm Light Year Explorer has manufactured a rocket fairing with a wooden outer skin as part of the company’s push for lower-cost…
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Ex-Miss Thailand arrested over claims charity donations funded luxury lifestyle
A former Miss Thailand and well-known social activist was arrested on Friday alongside her husband, accused of siphoning off money from her charity to buy…
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Why Democratic Congress may enhance US-Philippines alliance, pivot to Asia
The Democratic Party’s sweep of both houses of the US Congress could stabilise Washington’s commitment to the Philippines, bringing relief to allies rattled by…
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The new anti-corruption law arming Beijing with wide global enforcement powers
China’s top legislature has passed a landmark law targeting cross-border corruption, equipping Beijing with expansive new tools to pursue illicit offshore…
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Is EU’s Southeast Asia push facing a funding crunch as China widens lead?
An EU funding crunch is threatening to stifle the bloc’s ambitions to expand its influence in Southeast Asia, as Brussels grapples with a budget deadlock that…
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US military expands Pacific cyber hub to counter risks to undersea cable networks
The US military has expanded its cybersecurity presence in Hawaii and set up a regional centre to better detect threats and disruptions to its Pacific…
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Does the Democratic midterm victory spell the end of US AI data centre boom?
The sweeping midterm election victory by US Democrats has triggered warnings from analysts that an impending regulatory clampdown could derail the nation’s…
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US accuses trio of using AI to impersonate CEOs and lawyers to steal US$129 million
Three people accused of using artificial intelligence to impersonate corporate executives and lawyers to steal about US$129 million have been indicted on…
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Hong Kong’s Exchange Fund earnings tumble 74% as HKMA warns of more market turbulence
Hong Kong’s Exchange Fund, the war chest used to defend the local currency, reported a 74 per cent tumble in third-quarter earnings amid pervasive market…
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Helper jailed for 5 months for molesting employer’s 12-year-old daughter
A Hong Kong court has sentenced a domestic helper to five months in jail for molesting her former employer’s 12-year-old daughter in the family home. Lady Jay…
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Quad diplomats finalise first leaders’ summit in two years before Trump-Xi meeting
Top diplomats from the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, or the Quad, met in Atlanta on Saturday to finalise preparations for next month’s summit in the…
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Hong Kong man falls from luxury housing complex, striking domestic helper below
A Hong Kong man believed to have accidentally fallen from a height struck a domestic helper on the podium of a luxury housing estate in West Kowloon on…
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DR Congo Ebola deaths top 5,000, cases recorded in other African nations
Deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC’s) Ebola outbreak have topped 5,000 as the country grapples with the relentless spread of the disease and…
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HKT says US order ‘ceased’ as firm reportedly agrees to exit American market
A leading Hong Kong telecommunications carrier has confirmed that an order requiring it to justify its operation in the United States has been ceased, after…
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Iran’s supreme leader warns US, Israel against war
Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Saturday warned the United States and Israel against returning to war, according to a written statement, following…
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China narrows the path to elite official training scheme for citizens graduating overseas
China is further narrowing access to a key government recruitment programme for overseas-educated graduates, limiting their pathways into the country’s civil…
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Chinese archaeologists set for hi-tech excavations with AI and deep-sea robots
Chinese archaeologists are set for a hi-tech turn, with the latest five-year blueprint aiming to deploy AI and deep-sea robots to trace Chinese history…
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Soft power on display as China’s first lady Peng Liyuan hosts German counterpart
Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan hosted her German counterpart, Elke Budenbender, in Beijing on Friday for a tea reception in a bid to showcase Beijing’s soft…
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Wine and Dine Festival vendors report Halloween boost in sales and footfall
Vendors at Hong Kong’s Wine and Dine Festival reported a stronger turnout and signs of improving business on Saturday as the annual event entered the weekend…
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UK PM Burnham ‘open’ to slavery apology, but not reparations
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Saturday he was “open” to the UK issuing a formal apology for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, but ruled out…