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Exploring the Intersection of Disability and Faith with Hong Kong Writer Sa’diyya Nesar

Hong Kong writer Sa’diyya Nesar has been navigating life with muscular myopathy, a condition that weakens her muscles and requires her to use a wheelchair for most daily activities. Despite the challenges posed by...
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CE Policy Address Public Meetings Schedule for Sunday – RTHK

Chief Executive John Lee has announced his plans to engage with the public in order to gather suggestions and feedback for his upcoming Policy Address. In a bid to ensure that the concerns and...
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Gaza Ceasefire Talks Paused, Resuming Next Week

Gaza Ceasefire Talks in Doha Paused, Set to Resume Next WeekNegotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza hit a pause on Friday in Doha, with plans to reconvene next week in hopes of reaching an...
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Visitor Arrivals in Hong Kong Drop by 24% in July Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

Visitor Arrivals in Hong Kong Drop by 24% in July Amid Covid-19 PandemicHong Kong saw a decline in visitor arrivals in July, with provisional figures showing a 24% drop compared to the same month...
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Discover Hong Kong’s New Giant Pandas Arriving in December

Excitement Builds as Hong Kong Prepares for New Giant PandasHong Kong residents are eagerly anticipating the arrival of two new giant pandas gifted by the central authorities. Secretary for Culture, Sports, and Tourism Kevin...
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Woman Arrested for Stealing Elvis Estate Graceland

Woman Arrested for Elaborate Scheme to Steal Ownership of GracelandA Missouri woman has been arrested for an elaborate scheme to steal ownership of Graceland, the iconic estate of Elvis Presley, from the Presley family....
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Hong Kong’s MTR Corp. Reports HK$6 Billion Profit in First Half of 2024

Hong Kong's MTR Corporation has announced a significant increase in profits for the first half of 2024, reporting a net profit of HK$6 billion. This marks a nearly 45 per cent year-on-year growth, attributed...
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Ensuring Panda Cubs’ Survival: Ocean Park’s Commitment

Commitment to Panda Cubs' Survival Ocean Park in Hong Kong has recently welcomed the birth of twin giant panda cubs, sparking excitement and a renewed commitment to ensuring their survival. Experts at the park are...
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Jakarta’s Nonalignment Stance in US-China Rivalry: Exercises with Beijing – The News Lens

Indonesia's Nonalignment Stance in US-China Rivalry: Balancing Military Exercises with Beijing and WashingtonAs Indonesia gears up to participate in U.S.-led joint military exercises this month, it agreed at a meeting this week to hold...
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Exposing Flaws in Philippine Agencies and Electoral System: The Alice Guo Saga

Exposing Flaws in Philippine Agencies and Electoral System: The Alice Guo SagaThe dismissal of fugitive Philippine mayor Alice Guo, who was accused of having links to illegal offshore gambling operations and being a Chinese...
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Domestic Worker Accused of Rape Initiated Sex, Defence Claims in Hong Kong Court

In a Hong Kong court, a domestic worker has accused her ex-employer, Swedish businessman Patrik Tobias Ekstrom, of rape and non-consensual buggery. The trial has been ongoing at the High Court, with the defence...
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Stable Job Market Trend Continues for Five Consecutive Months

Stable Job Market Trend in Hong Kong Continues for Five Consecutive MonthsThe job market in Hong Kong has shown resilience over the past five months, with the latest government data indicating a steady unemployment...
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Increasing Public Project Advance Payments in Hong Kong to Ensure Cash Flow

Construction Sector Calls for Increased Public Project Advance Payments in Hong Kong to Address Cash Flow IssuesAs the cash flow shortage deepens in Hong Kong, the construction sector is urging authorities to increase advance...
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Urging Columnists to Be Prudent and Law-Abiding in Hong Kong’s Ming Pao Newspaper

Amidst growing concerns over press freedom in Hong Kong, the chief editor of Ming Pao, Lau Chung-yung, has issued a stern warning to columnists, urging them to exercise caution and abide by the law...
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Illegal Workers Arrested in Recent Police Operation

Immigration Department officials recently conducted a targeted operation that led to the arrest of three individuals suspected of working illegally in Hong Kong. The trio, consisting of a man and two women, were apprehended...
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Upgraded Philippines Air Base to Counter China’s Aggression

Western analysts are welcoming an upgrade of a key air base in the Philippines as necessary to boost the readiness of the Philippines and U.S. militaries to deter Chinese aggression in the South China...
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Beware of Tram Risks: Experts Warn Following Fatal Accident in Hong Kong

Tragic Tram Accident in Hong Kong Raises Safety ConcernsA recent fatal accident involving a three-year-old girl being hit by a tram in Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, has sparked concerns regarding the safety of trams...
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Hong Kong Welcomes First Giant Panda Twins: A Historic Moment

Hong Kong Celebrates Milestone with Arrival of First Giant Panda TwinsIn a historic moment for Hong Kong, Ocean Park recently announced the birth of its first-ever giant panda twins. The proud mother, Ying Ying,...
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Deadly Outbreak: Mpox Claims 548 Lives in DR Congo in 2024

Unprecedented Mpox Outbreak Devastates DR Congo, Claiming 548 Lives in 2024The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently facing a devastating mpox outbreak that has already claimed the lives of 548 people since the beginning...
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China’s High-Speed Railway Diplomacy in Vietnam: A Strategic Analysis

China's High-Speed Railway Diplomacy in Vietnam: A Strategic AnalysisThe Vietnamese government made an announcement in April 2024 that it plans to kick off the construction of two high-speed railway (HSR) lines in collaboration with...
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US Vice Presidential Debate Between Walz and Vance Set for October

US Vice Presidential Debate Between Walz and Vance Set for OctoberMinnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator J.D. Vance have officially agreed to participate in a vice presidential debate set for October 1. This...
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Judge David Neuberger Withdraws from Media Freedom NGO Advisory Panel in Jimmy Lai Appeal

Judge David Neuberger, a UK judge who was part of the panel that denied media tycoon Jimmy Lai and six other democrats an appeal over a 2019 protest, has decided to withdraw from his...
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Ying Ying Celebrates Birth of Twin Pandas – RTHK

Ying Ying and Le Le Welcome Twin PandasIn a momentous occasion for Hong Kong and panda lovers worldwide, Ying Ying and Le Le, the beloved panda pair at Ocean Park, have welcomed the birth...
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China Exposes Thousands of Taiwanese Espionage Cases

China Exposes Thousands of Taiwanese Espionage CasesThe Chinese Ministry of State Security recently made a bold claim, asserting that they have successfully detected over a thousand cases of Taiwanese espionage and intelligence theft. This...
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Hong Kong Tourism Rebounds with 52% Increase in Visitor Numbers

Hong Kong Tourism Rebounds with 52% Increase in Visitor NumbersHong Kong's tourism industry has seen a significant rebound in visitor numbers, with a 52 per cent year-on-year increase in the first seven months of...
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Pro-China Leader Re-Elected in Kiribati Election

Kiribati’s pro-China president, Taneti Maamau, has secured his parliamentary seat in a landslide victory during the recent election. The initial results, released by the Pacific nation’s Ministry of Culture and Internal Affairs, revealed that...
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Boosted Profits: MTR Sees Increase in Ridership and Property Earnings

The MTR Corporation, Hong Kong's leading railway firm, has recently announced a significant increase in profits for the first half of the year. This boost in earnings, amounting to a nearly 45 percent rise...
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Men Charged for Stealing $1 Million Watch at Gunpoint in LA

Two men linked to a ‘crime tourism’ ring have been charged with stealing a $1 million wristwatch at gunpoint in Los Angeles. Federal authorities revealed that the suspects were visiting the US from South...
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Government Criticizes Hong Kong Ex-Governor’s ‘Slandering’ Remarks, Urges British Judge on Jimmy Lai Appeal...

The Hong Kong government has strongly condemned the recent comments made by the city's last colonial governor, Chris Patten, regarding a judgement that ruled against media tycoon Jimmy Lai and six other democrats. Patten's...
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Woman Arrested for Suspected Animal Abuse: Latest Updates and News

Woman Arrested for Suspected Animal Abuse: Details of the IncidentIn a shocking turn of events, authorities have arrested a 41-year-old woman for suspected animal abuse after a disturbing discovery was made in her flat....