Chinese tech companies eye US listings amid market turmoil, trade war
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Chinese tech companies eye US listings amid market turmoil, trade war
Beijing Smart Walnut Education Technology, Shenzhen Cloudsky Technologies, Zaihui and Zhonghe Group among firms considering IPOs in the US.
Chinese girl completes ‘ninja challenge’ in 3 minutes
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Video | Chinese girl completes ‘ninja challenge’ in 3 minutes
Mimi started training when she was five years old.
Hong Kong airport project subcontractor charged by ICAC for allegedly exploiting workers
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Hong Kong airport subcontractor charged by ICAC for allegedly exploiting workers
Subcontractor director Chan Sin-tai is suspected of taking a cut from salaries of 21 workers, amounting to HK$1 million.
Indian hospital probed after man mistakenly operated on while waiting on son’s surgery
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Indian man mistakenly operated on, hospital investigated for mix-up
The elderly man unknowingly raised his hand when staff called out for a patient with a similar name and was taken into the operating theatre.
Air India eyes Boeing planes rejected by China as Trump’s tariff war reshapes aviation
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Air India eyes Boeing planes rejected by China as Trump tariffs reshape aviation
The Tata Group-owned airline urgently needs aircraft for its recovery and plans to approach Boeing for jets intended for Chinese airlines affected by Trump’s tariffs.
No more ‘riff-raff’? Singapore’s opposition narrows talent gap with ruling PAP
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No more ‘riff-raff’? Singapore’s opposition narrows talent gap with ruling PAP
The opposition has fielded more candidates ahead of the May 3 election that are seen by analysts as a ‘step-up in the calibre’.
Public fury as China driver kills family of 3 in rage-fuelled car crash, jokes about it
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Fury as China driver kills family of 3 in rage-fuelled crash, jokes about it
Heartbroken grandmother of killed baby boy calls for death penalty to be handed to ‘inhumane’ driver who is labelled a ‘monster’ online.
China’s solar panel makers explore options as Washington sets tariffs for Southeast Asia
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China’s solar industry explores options as Washington tariffs hit Southeast Asia
Some Chinese manufacturers of photovoltaic products are speeding up their overseas factory deployment, hoping to secure a less-expensive route to the US.
Outpouring of grief in Indonesia over Pope Francis’ death: ‘we were so proud of him’
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Indonesians mourn Pope Francis’ death: ‘we were so proud of him’
Indonesians across the Muslim-majority nation share warm messages of support as they remember the late pontiff’s compassion and humility.
Vietnam targets social media users in ‘expanding crackdown’ on dissent, rights group says
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Vietnam targets social media users in ‘crackdown’ on dissent: rights group
Human Rights Watch reports ordinary social media users now face jail for criticising the state under Article 331.
China fast-tracks university majors in ‘extraordinary’ push to counter trade war impact
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China fast-tracks university majors in push to counter trade war impact
Shake-up announced by education ministry designed to fill urgent needs for skilled talent as Beijing seeks technical self-reliance in new growth sectors.
Chinese EV maker Nio to join fray in right-hand-drive car markets
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Chinese EV maker Nio to join fray in right-hand-drive car markets
Company’s Firefly minicar, priced around US$16,400, will be competitive in global markets despite tariffs, president says.
Hong Kong box office receipts drop by 65% during Easter holiday
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Hong Kong Easter holiday box office revenue drops 65%
Sales across four-day period stood at HK$13.5 million, with local thriller Peg O’ My Heart ranking fourth.
Hong Kong father who shook 3-year-old daughter to death appeals conviction
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Hong Kong father who shook 3-year-old daughter to death appeals conviction
Lau Kai-ping, 42, admitted that he had shaken her a few times, but claimed he did not know his actions would harm her.
China’s humanoid robot half-marathon puts technology’s limits on public display
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China’s humanoid robot half-marathon puts technology’s limits on public display
Videos of robots falling, trembling and struggling to stay upright circulated widely, with only six out of 21 finishing the race.
China’s KJ-500 radar aircraft overseas for first time in joint drill with Egypt
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China’s KJ-500 radar aircraft overseas for first time in joint drill with Egypt
It follows confirmation that Egyptian military is using Chinese HQ-9B missile system, as Beijing pursues closer defence ties with the region.
Hong Kong exhibition commemorating late tycoon Lee Shau-kee to open on May 1
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Hong Kong exhibition commemorating late tycoon Lee Shau-kee to open on May 1
Free event will be held from May 1 to 5 at Cloud 39, the rooftop ballroom of The Henderson building in Central.
21,000 Hongkongers vie for 329 new homes at 12-year-low prices at SHKP’s Sierra Sea
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21,000 Hongkongers vie for 329 new homes at SHKP’s Sierra Sea
The pricing is about 20 per cent below second-hand properties in the district in the New Territories, Midland Realty says.
Vatican recounts Pope’s last words: ‘thank you for bringing me back to St Peter’s square’
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Vatican recounts Pope Francis’ final words and his ‘discreet death’
The Vatican said among Pope Francis’ final words were thanking his nurse for enabling his Easter appearance in St Peter’s Square.
Hong Kong Democratic Party chief says no turning back on group’s dissolution
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Hong Kong Democratic Party chief says no turning back on group’s dissolution
In talk show hosted by former party chairwoman and Legco member Emily Lau, Lo Kin-hei also says he won’t stand in future elections nor emigrate.