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November 19, 2025
Christie’s suspends Paris sale of world’s ‘first calculator’
Export ban halts the sale of inventor Blaise Pascal’s historic calculator, as scientists demand artefact receive ‘national treasure’ status.
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November 19, 2025
Trump ‘uniquely consistent for decades’: Singapore’s Vivian Balakrishnan
The foreign minister says America’s protectionist turn is not a short-term event and has been ‘building up for a long time’.
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November 19, 2025
A look inside The Handmaid’s Tale author Margaret Atwood’s new memoir
Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts reveals secrets behind some of Atwood’s most famous novels as well as moments of frustration and betrayal.
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November 19, 2025
How Apple TV+’s Palm Royale season 2 uses fashion as a storytelling device
From vintage frocks to turbans, costumes worn by Kristen Wiig and others in the 1960s-set high-society drama are more than just eye candy.
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November 19, 2025
China ‘cements global AI leadership’ as Hong Kong builds niche as innovation hub
Beijing’s state-led strategy is among governance models shaping AI competitiveness worldwide, think tank Deep Knowledge Group says.
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November 19, 2025
Zelensky’s peace mission in Turkey overshadowed by deadly Russian strikes
Amid the ongoing attacks and new peace talks, Moscow declined to comment on a US media report of a secret Russian-US plan to end the war.
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November 19, 2025
DJI locks sights on Insta360 as 360-degree drone dogfight intensifies
With both DJI’s Avata 360 and Insta360’s Antigravity A1 waiting in the wings, 360-degree drones have become the next battleground.
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November 19, 2025
Chinese SOEs ask workers to cancel their Japan holidays amid diplomatic row
Some state-owned enterprises appear to be quietly banning staff from visiting Japan as tensions between Beijing and Tokyo continue to rise.
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November 19, 2025
How Japan’s PM set off a diplomatic row between Beijing and Tokyo
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November 19, 2025
Fake labels on food trays plague Indonesia’s free meals scheme
Critics urge authorities to investigate reports that some manufacturers had used Chinese-made food trays that were not halal certified.
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November 19, 2025
China solves Japanese spy cases, vows counter-intelligence crackdown
China’s top anti-espionage agency promises to crush ‘insidious plots to split the nation’ as tensions over Japanese leader’s comments grow.
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November 19, 2025
Malaysia court charges 11 shipwreck survivors with illegal entry
Rescued after their boat capsized, the Myanmar and Bangladeshi migrants face jail or caning, but did not understand the charges read in cour...
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November 19, 2025
Foodpanda feasts on 20% growth, aims to lead Hong Kong market in 2026
CEO Ryan Lai says Foodpanda Hong Kong prioritises sustainable and healthy growth and will introduce new brands and targeted promotions.
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November 19, 2025
Alibaba founder Jack Ma visits Ant Group as fintech giant ramps up AI efforts
Ma’s visit marks almost a year since he publicly endorsed Ant Group’s AI initiatives during the firm’s 20th anniversary.
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November 19, 2025
Meet Laurie Davidson, star of Prime Video’s new series The Girlfriend
He began his career in theatre, then started acting for the small screen in TNT’s 2017 series Will – but who’s his IRL girlfriend?
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November 19, 2025
Meet billionaire heir Sammy Nussdorf, founder of Meadow Lane
The heir to a billionaire New York family, Nussdorf studied at NYU and went to culinary school before opening his luxury grocery store.
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November 19, 2025
Your Hong Kong weekend drinks guide for November 20-22
Pack your weekend with special cocktail offerings, from socially conscious drinks at Socio to a Shakespeare-inspired menu at Madara.
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November 19, 2025
China duo watch friend drown, take body home, place on bed instead of calling police
Lawyer says while Chinese laws do not impose legal obligation to rescue, men still face liability for compensatory damages to family.
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November 19, 2025
Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui holds ground as world’s fourth priciest shopping strip
The city’s core retail areas, including Causeway Bay and Central, dominate the Asia-Pacific regional table: Cushman & Wakefield rankings.
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November 19, 2025
Singapore minister apologises for derogatory remarks on Hong Kong football team
David Neo is heard saying ‘idiots’ in a video when referring to Hong Kong’s football team and fans after a key Asian Cup match.
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November 19, 2025
‘Surreal’: Australian journalist faces Thai trial for Malaysian defamation claim
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November 19, 2025
Hong Kong boss Westwood won’t apologise or quit after humiliating Singapore loss
Coach says team have improved with him in charge, and 41-year-old Wang Zhenpeng was chosen in goal because Tse Ka-wing felt under pressure.
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November 19, 2025
Top NZ diplomat visiting China for US$337 million ferries contract
Deal involving state-owned Guangzhou Shipyard International to upgrade Pacific nation’s interisland ferries described as ‘significant’.
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November 19, 2025
Trump’s tariffs to endure beyond his presidency, Raimondo says
The former US commerce secretary told a Singapore forum that no president wants to be seen as failing American workers and tariffs protect t...
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November 19, 2025
Superb steaks, perfect pasta: where a mixologist eats in Hong Kong
Nischal Gurung shares his favourite restaurants in Hong Kong, from the best steak places to where to experience real Hong Kong food culture.
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November 19, 2025
Breaking | Dutch government suspends invoking Goods Availability Act on Nexperia
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November 19, 2025
Cheung, Choi power Hong Kong fencers towards fight for gold in men’s team foil
Victories over Zhejiang and Jiangsu set up a final against Fujian at Kai Tak Arena on Wednesday evening.
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November 19, 2025
Japan’s largest urban fire in decades devastates 170 buildings
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November 19, 2025
South Korean teen dies after 8 hospitals refuse to treat him
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November 19, 2025
Isis-linked group used video games to radicalise Indonesian children: police
Over 110 children have been targeted by terrorist recruiters this year alone, a ‘massive’ spike from 17 between 2011 and 2017, police say.
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November 19, 2025
Opinion | Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai: the rise of the ‘family office triangle’
The Asian century will not be written by governments alone but by family offices that can turn opportunity into enduring prosperity.
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November 19, 2025
He asked taxi drivers in Iraq to choose their destination. These are his photos
The result of trips to unknown destinations, Thomas Chan’s photos in his Hong Kong exhibition are a study in trust, war and identity.
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November 19, 2025
Riding on jet success, South Korea chases US$15 billion UAE arms deal
Seoul showcased the fighter jet at the Dubai Air Show, aiming to boost Middle East defence ties and global export ambitions.
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November 19, 2025
Cathay Pacific will allow Hong Kong travellers to ‘modify’ flights to Japan
Flag carrier’s statement comes amid escalating Sino-Japanese tensions and Beijing’s advice to Chinese citizens to avoid travelling to Japan.
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November 19, 2025
Hong Kong court rejects officer’s bid to suspend prosecution in cabby’s death
Constable Lam Wai-wing asked court to restrain Department of Justice from taking any further steps in his prosecution pending outcome of jud...
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November 19, 2025
HKUST pledges to invest more than HK$7 billion into third medical school project
Plans include a HK$2 billion complex at the university’s Clear Water Bay campus ahead of a long-term site in the Northern Metropolis by 2034...
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November 19, 2025
Exclusive | China-EU trade dispute to touch grass as robotic-lawnmower probe expected
Potential anti-dumping investigation could cut into Chinese exports, trimming their foothold in European market while mowing down trade ties...
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November 19, 2025
Samoa last team to reach 2027 Rugby World Cup after winning qualifying event
They join Hong Kong and 22 other teams in the draw on December 3 following tense draw with Belgium in Dubai.
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November 19, 2025
Stranded astronauts return, university ranking ridiculed: 7 science highlights
From a new study clearing an ancient queen’s name to a leap in computing power, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reportin...
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November 19, 2025
Japan’s renewed sovereignty push over disputed islets irks South Korea, China
China has responded to the row at a media briefing, urging Japan to ‘seriously reflect on its history of aggression’.
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November 19, 2025
Fire engulfs entire city block in Japan
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November 19, 2025
Whisky, wool and Andy Murray’s luxury estate on a journey across Scotland
A trip from the Isle of Arran off western Scotland to Stirlingshire on its east coast takes in a land of natural beauty and friendly locals.
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November 19, 2025
India’s debt-backed stablecoin challenge to US dollar dominance explained
Advocates argue the ARC token will lower India’s borrowing costs, strengthen the rupee and stem outflows to dollar-backed cryptocurrencies.
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November 19, 2025
Railway deal and a toxic spill to top agenda as Chinese premier visits Zambia
Strategically important Tazara project will be the focus for Li Qiang in Lusaka, but he could also face fallout over copper mine pollution.
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November 19, 2025
Shares in Baby Shark creator soar on IPO debut
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November 19, 2025
Hong Kong’s Wong loses 3-set battle to Wu, ends National Games with bronze
Coleman Wong goes down 6-7, 7-6, 6-4 at Hengqin International Tennis Centre to Wu Yibing, who will face Jerry Shang in the final.
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November 19, 2025
Nvidia’s latest earnings run into a market suddenly afraid of AI spending
Analysts expect the AI chip behemoth to show more than 50 per cent growth in both net income and revenue in its financial third quarter.
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November 19, 2025
Crypto power theft drains US$1.11 billion from Malaysian utility firm
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November 19, 2025
Drop in Chinese tourists could cost Japan US$9.59 billion: economist
Beijing has urged Chinese citizens to refrain from travelling to Japan following comments about Taiwan by new Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi.
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November 19, 2025