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November 23, 2025
Language Matters | Why language loss in indigenous communities hurts biodiversity conservation
Ecosystem loss and language erosion often occur in tandem. Thankfully, Cop30 marked an unprecedented effort to elevate indigenous voices.
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November 23, 2025
Tough finish, post-race bag collection mess blight Kerry Hong Kong Streetathon
While costumed runners, ‘leaders’ race’ add to merriment, same finish time for both marathon and half-marathon races causes more issues.
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November 23, 2025
China’s No 3 official Zhao Leji calls for closer New Zealand trade ties
Zhao is in Australia after four-day trip to New Zealand, the first such visits by China’s top lawmaker since 2005.
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November 23, 2025
Ferry smashes into Hong Kong’s Central Pier, damaging structure
Authorities order report from Sun Ferry after vessel carrying passengers from Cheung Chau hits pier, breaking staircase railing.
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November 23, 2025
Italian left gathers for anti-Meloni campaign despite rivalries
Meloni has been durable as prime minister, despite occasional clashes within her coalition on bank taxes and aid to Ukraine.
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November 23, 2025
Opinion | How China’s focus on affordable, accessible AI will shape the future
While US firms prioritise artificial general intelligence and high performance, China’s leaner models could have a big impact at home and ab...
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November 23, 2025
‘Dramatic failure’: Tejas crash deals blow to India’s jet export ambitions
The mishap came as rival Pakistan signed a deal for export of JF-17 Thunder fighter, which it co-developed with China.
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November 23, 2025
Bomb disposal chief urges Indonesian residents to vote in Hong Kong Legco poll
Indonesian-Chinese officer Raymond Suryanto joins other bureau chiefs in launching bilingual appeals to boost voter turnout on December 7.
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November 23, 2025
‘On the same side’: India, China align on climate at Cop30 as ties thaw
Analysts say pairing China’s cleantech prowess with India’s energy needs has the potential to redefine Asia’s decarbonisation trajectory.
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2025
Snowcapped prosperity: China’s winter sports market glides upwards
Growing participation and government support are fuelling innovation in equipment, expanding domestic resorts, and creating new jobs in Chin...
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November 23, 2025
‘Waiting for love’: Chinese man owes US$27,000 in rent, hoards items in ‘filthy’ flat
Elderly man who went viral online thanks to his so-called romantic persona is revealed to be deadbeat with no sense of financial responsibil...
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November 23, 2025
Hong Kong Economy: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post
Hong Kong economy news including annual budget, MPF pensions, retail and transport.
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November 23, 2025
Hong Kong’s HK$19 trillion in bank deposits proves safe haven status: Paul Chan
Finance chief also says city’s goods exports have remained resilient despite tariff war.
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November 23, 2025
How Bruce Lee hit the big time and other Hong Kong cinema highlights from 1972
Amid Bruce Lee’s rise to stardom, we look at what else made Hong Kong film headlines in 1972, from a Lee challenger to a local ‘Bond Girl’.
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2025
Brazil’s Bolsonaro damages ankle tag with soldering iron ‘out of curiosity’
The former president, who was taken into custody, insisted he had not tried to remove the device.
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November 23, 2025
86% of Hong Kong infants, toddlers still unvaccinated against flu: health expert
CUHK professor David Hui warns of approaching winter peak, after city records more than 20 severe flu cases among children including two dea...
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November 23, 2025
Verstappen wins in Vegas, Norris second, F1 title fight heading to Qatar
Max Verstappen claws his way back into contention with second win in casino city in three years. Lando Norris extends drivers’ championship...
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November 23, 2025
Top honours for engineers spotlight China’s gains in military technology
Researchers elevated to national academy for contributions to plane engines and carrier launch system.
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November 23, 2025
‘Please stop’: Philippines nickel mining boom brings floods and failed crops
Nickel is vital to the global green transition, but its extraction is bringing environmental disaster to Filipinos on the front line.
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November 23, 2025
Japan man scoops US$3.8 million lottery hides win from wife, lives in secret luxury
66-year-old winner goes behind wife’s back to splurge on luxury car, hot springs, plush resorts; eventually suffers identity crisis.
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2025
Hong Kong museum halts Egyptian exhibition tickets amid opening weekend ‘chaos’
Visitors queue for hours and demand refunds as crowds overwhelm Palace Museum, forcing suspension of on-site ticket sales.
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November 23, 2025
Singapore deepens probe into Chen Zhi’s alleged scam empire with fresh raid
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November 23, 2025
JPMorgan, DBS, Standard Chartered bosses swap deals for sneakers in charity run
Chairmen and CEOs join regulators and financiers in The Community Chest HKEX Gong Run to raise US$1.2 million.
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November 23, 2025
Hong Kong authorities launch probe into fatal industrial accident at sewage plant
49-year-old worker dies from injuries after being strangled by his clothes getting caught in a machine at Sai Kung plant.
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November 23, 2025
Food influencer Jaeki Cho brings New York-Seoul vibes to Hong Kong pop-up
Pineapple bun sandwiches with char siu and honey butter were one star of Shop B’s event with Cho, who champions community via food and music...
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2025
Philippines pledges bigger consulate-run shelter for helpers in Hong Kong
Community ‘very, very happy’ over promise to open larger facility than current 652 sq ft, three-bedroom unit that is often crowded.
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November 23, 2025
Indian airbase on China border is infrastructure upgrade, not a threat: analysts
Fighter-capable station near Line of Actual Control believed unlikely to derail thaw, with Beijing still holding edge in disputed area.
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November 23, 2025
Letters | Jackson Yee sets benchmark for young actors with Best Actor win
Readers laud the Chinese actor’s dedication to his craft and warn of a crisis of the mind in the age of AI.
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November 23, 2025
Toppling Maduro among options as Trump set to expand Venezuela operations
Two US officials said covert operations would likely be the first part of the new action against the Venezuelan leader.
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November 23, 2025
Sellers hope superstition can sell homes in China’s depressed market
Prayers, talismans and lucky emoji bring hope in a market where second-hand home prices have been falling for more than three years.
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November 23, 2025
8-year-old boy dies after being found unconscious in Hong Kong home by his sister
Girl phoned police after finding her brother unconscious at 4am; medical professionals confirmed his death at the scene.
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November 23, 2025
Compassion in conflict: Hong Kong medics brave Gaza war to deliver critical care
Medical staff from the city recount saving lives and bringing comfort in war-torn communities as part of Red Cross humanitarian efforts.
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November 23, 2025
China overhauls civil service rules that kept out chronic disease carriers
Campaigners hail end to policy that excluded candidates with common blood, kidney or thyroid conditions from public service roles.
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November 23, 2025
T-shirts, TV fame and now a village art takeover: Dominic Johnson-Hill’s wild ride
The entrepreneur behind irreverent brand Plastered 8 talks about serendipity, celebrity, and leaving his colourful mark on Hong Kong.
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2025
Europe scrambles to sway Trump as Ukraine faces make-or-break moment
European leaders told Washington that its peace plan, which offers major concessions to Russia, required ‘additional work’.
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November 23, 2025
Opinion | South Korea’s US nuclear sub deal risks roiling East Asia’s waters
Nuclear-powered submarines will heighten South Korea’s profile and China’s anxieties about US-led maritime groupings across East Asia.
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2025
Hong Kong’s arbitration edge boosts legal finance, Burford CEO says
The city holds distinct advantages over other arbitration centres due to its proximity to mainland China, Christopher Bogart says.
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November 23, 2025
Ant Group’s vibe coding app hits 1 million downloads in just 4 days
LingGuang, an AI app that generates custom software applications, sees a surge in popularity.
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November 23, 2025
Exclusive | Hong Kong comeback queen Regina Ip reflects on 50-year career in public service
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November 23, 2025
Chinese man wins ‘lying flat’ contest by resting on mattress for more than 33 hours
Live-streamed promotional event for mattress company borrows from so-called lying flat trend among young people; attracts millions of viewer...
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November 23, 2025
Tai Po boss eyes Hong Kong job, keeper hits back at Westwood as saga rumbles on
Lee Chi-kin led side to Hong Kong Premier League title in 2024-25, while dropped goalkeeper Tse says he wanted to face Singapore.
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November 23, 2025
Apple of their eye: why South Korea’s Gen Z want American brands
A recent poll found most South Koreans in their twenties used an iPhone. The US is still seen as aspirational, despite recent frictions.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025
Editorial | Hong Kong’s ‘2-dish rice’ outlets need new recipes for success
The city’s eateries must keep evolving as the trend of Hongkongers crossing the border to dine is unlikely to change any time soon.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025
What are the best supplements? Expert advice on what works and what doesn’t
The demand for supplements is high and continues to grow, but it can be hard to know what to take. We asked doctors for their advice.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025
Slathering retinol below the neck? Read this first
Retinol’s skincare benefits can extend beyond the face to the body – we hear from the experts on how to maximise the good while minimising p...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025
Editorial | A rare chance to see ancient Egyptian treasures in Hong Kong
Displaying these relics in Hong Kong is both an honour and a responsibility.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025
Trump unveils ‘president’s golf course’ revamp at Joint Base Andrews
Golf legend Jack Nicklaus is leading the project, the latest addition to the US president’s long list of construction jobs.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025
4 of Lily Allen’s best post-break-up revenge looks
Allen – who split from David Harbour last year – has been rocking revenge dresses, from a sheer Dior gown to her ‘Madeline’ Halloween look.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025
China team simulates large-scale electronic warfare against Musk’s Starlink
Findings suggest jamming Starlink across area matching Taiwan is technically feasible, but only at huge scale needing 1,000 drones or more.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2025