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October 8, 2025
Major rugby nations unite to say they will ban players who join rebel series R360
Breakaway organisation akin to LIV Golf says it has signed up 200 players to launch a multi-city series next year.
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October 8, 2025
‘Korea’s Broadway’ celebrates K-culture and arts in five-week Seoul festival
The Welcome Daehakro Festival features nearly 50 musicals, plays, performances and more at discounted prices, with some events free.
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October 8, 2025
China’s ‘Golden Dome’ prototype, world’s highest bridge: 7 science highlights
From maths star’s return to China to opening of world’s highest bridge, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
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October 8, 2025
Hong Kong court allows HSBC to repossess Abby Choi’s former father-in-law’s flat
Subsidised flat in Kwai Chung’s Sheung Man Court repossessed after Kwong Kau, 67, defaulted on HK$2 million mortgage loan from the bank.
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October 8, 2025
Singapore to deepen defence ties with Asia’s ‘resident power’ Australia
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the two sides would boost regional security through enhanced military access and cooperation.
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October 8, 2025
Outrage over rude China tourist in Japan who scoffs sample food, misuses hand dryer
Online influencer who was obnoxious on train, treated public toilet as ‘personal spa’ is described as a ‘cancer’ on China’s overseas image.
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October 8, 2025
Toilet water, snatched hijabs: Malaysian activists recount Israeli detention
Malaysians who were part of a Gaza aid flotilla say they were humiliated and denied basic rights, forcing them to drink from a toilet.
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October 8, 2025
Governor says Trump deploying troops to Chicago due to ‘dementia’, fixations
J.B. Pritzker calls Donald Trump ‘mentally impaired’ as the US president considers invoking the Insurrection Act.
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October 8, 2025
800 more trekkers and aides rescued after being stranded by Everest blizzard
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October 8, 2025
China’s central bank aids gold’s record-setting run with 11-month buying streak
Price of gold breaks benchmarks as uncertainty mounts over US dollar and central banks, including China’s, add to their stockpiles.
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October 8, 2025
Should Hong Kong’s URA tie compensation to building condition? Analysts say yes
Lawmaker Andrew Lam says URA acquisition prices should exceed private sector values.
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October 8, 2025
Cuban painter Alejandro Piñeiro Bello just wants to dream
The Miami-based Cuban artist on bringing his rich culture and vivid imagination to life on canvas for his latest show.
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October 8, 2025
Hong Kong woman, 53, found dead with neck wound in public park
Police discover knife and cutter near deceased in Tin Shui Wai Park after being alerted by passer-by at around 5am on Wednesday.
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October 8, 2025
Anjani Sinha confirmed as US envoy to Singapore despite fumbling in hearing
The orthopaedic surgeon had struggled with his responses during a US Senate confirmation hearing in July.
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October 8, 2025
Trump calls off talks with Venezuela as US considers cartel targets on land
Relations between Venezuela and the United States have further deteriorated in recent weeks amid US accusations of drug trafficking.
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October 8, 2025
New trend among fashion brands: setting up cafes to drive up store traffic
Retailers from Uniqlo to Dior use cafes as a marketing tool to reconnect with young consumers.
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October 8, 2025
Kidney transplant after blood type conversion may improve access to organs
Chinese and Canadian scientists report organ with blood type A converted to universal type O in donor-centric approach.
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October 8, 2025
England’s golden generation were ‘egotistical losers’, Steven Gerrard says
Former Liverpool captain says big things never happened because team could not connect and he hated being in England camp.
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October 8, 2025
Why India’s climate fight isn’t just about cutting carbon emissions
New Delhi is an urban furnace, made hotter by its many dark surfaces. Greenery, ‘cool roofs’ and fewer air pollutants could offer relief.
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October 8, 2025
Letters | How Hong Kong can make AI a force for positive social change
Readers discuss the promise of AI designed to be good, a stronger foundation for the pet economy, and a packed tourist route.
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October 8, 2025
Home-schooling in Hong Kong: the pros, the cons and where to turn for help
In Hong Kong, education is mandatory between the ages of six and 15 – but more parents are opting for bespoke curricula at home.
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October 8, 2025
China’s underwater data centres aim to lower carbon footprint
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October 8, 2025
Breast cancer at 30, Hong Kong artist then met husband, became mum
May Yeung froze her eggs before undergoing radiotherapy, met her husband during successful treatment, and later gave birth to their son.
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October 8, 2025
Malaysian ministry vows change after warning over boozy dinner fiasco
The ministry pledged to improve supervision after the serving of alcohol at a government event kicked up a controversy.
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October 8, 2025
Hong Kong stocks drop by most in 2 weeks amid AI bubble fears, track Wall Street
Blue chips Baidu, Meituan and Alibaba lead Hang Seng Index lower.
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October 8, 2025
Japan’s outgoing PM eyes risky final act to stymie his hardline successor
Shigeru Ishiba is poised to give an address on Japan’s wartime past that could complicate incoming leader Sanae Takaichi’s agenda.
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October 8, 2025
Bridgewater’s Ray Dalio says gold echoes 1970s rally amid US dollar anxiety
‘Gold is a very excellent diversifier of the portfolio’ and it should optimally account for 15 per cent of investors’ portfolio, Dalio says.
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October 8, 2025
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: the architect connecting people in overlooked spaces
Marisa Yiu co-founded Design Trust in 2014 to turn her vision into reality by creating opportunities and mobilising communities.
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October 8, 2025
Nvidia to invest in Musk’s xAI as part of US$20 billion funding
Nvidia is investing as much as US$2 billion in the equity portion of the deal, sources say.
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October 8, 2025
Style Edit: Onitsuka Tiger’s SS26 Urban Fantasy, unveiled at Milan Fashion Week
Presented at Milan Fashion Week, the spring/summer 2026 collection includes limited edition accessories made in collaboration with Mikimoto.
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October 8, 2025
‘Affordable’ Model Y and 3: Tesla drops Steve Jobs turtleneck for Walmart hoodie
Analysts are disappointed as the new cars are only about US$5,000 cheaper than the next-level trims of the models.
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October 8, 2025
BTS star RM’s unfiltered take on loneliness, marriage and parental pressure
The K-pop star stresses personal choice over societal expectations, says ‘marriage is an option, not a requirement’.
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October 8, 2025
Japan’s visa plans for Chinese visitors hit by overtourism fears, political tilt
Shifting sentiments in Japan have delayed a proposal to grant Chinese tourists easier access, despite its potential economic benefits.
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October 8, 2025
Opinion | India’s diplomatic weight is best exercised closest to its borders
New Delhi’s geopolitical strength comes not from looking East or West but from its ability to stabilise its own neighbourhood.
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October 8, 2025
After China’s high-speed rail investment, Indonesia wants more. What about debt?
China-backed infrastructure promises faster travel across archipelago nation – but debt and ticket prices worry some locals.
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October 8, 2025
China woman swallows 8 live frogs for lower back pain; hospitalised for infections
Swallowing frogs has wreaked havoc on patient’s digestive system, allowing for the presence of parasites in her body.
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October 8, 2025
Can Hong Kong cash in on culture so arts hub, museums pay for themselves?
What options do the West Kowloon Cultural District and the city’s public museums have to raise money when funds are in short supply?
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October 8, 2025
Exclusive | Hong Kong’s capital market bounces back with diverse listings
Hong Kong’s unique ability to attract global capital sets it apart from domestic markets like Shanghai and Shenzhen.
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October 8, 2025
Cheung Ka-long needs mental reset to win third Olympic fencing gold, coach says
Hongkonger urged to ‘rediscover the pleasure he had before’ as he returns to training after two months off.
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October 8, 2025
Japan’s flu season hits 5 weeks early amid fears of an evolving virus
The government has declared a nationwide flu epidemic, prompting calls for vaccinations and heightened vigilance.
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October 7, 2025
Macron urged to quit to end France’s political crisis
The president is under increasing pressure after the shock resignation of his seventh prime minister, Sebastien Lecornu.
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October 7, 2025
China’s EV giants head overseas as domestic price war bites
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October 7, 2025
Congress urged to curb China’s influence in Indo-Pacific
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October 7, 2025
Editorial | Hong Kong’s new sexual offence laws must reflect changing society, tech
Long overdue amendments should include better protection for children and the vulnerable, and plug loopholes related to deepfake and AI.
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October 7, 2025
Can island retreat’s tailored sleep programme really unlock your best rest?
A sleep-focused island retreat offers a lifestyle reset with personalised advice from sleep specialists and tranquil surroundings.
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October 7, 2025
Editorial | As women give birth later in life, society will have to adapt
We must consider how to respond to more women giving birth in their 40s and 50s, and how best to support these new mothers.
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October 7, 2025
China’s fourth plenum poised for highest Central Committee turnover in 8 years
Reshuffle expected this month at top Communist Party body as more senior officials are sidelined by corruption investigations.
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October 7, 2025
US lawmakers push expanded chip export curbs on China
Bipartisan panel urges widened controls on chip tools and tighter coordination with allies amid fears Trump is easing tech limits.
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October 7, 2025
Ecuador detains 5 after shots fired at President Noboa’s car
‘Signs of bullet damage’ were found on the vehicle, the authorities said, after it was surrounded by a crowd of 500 people throwing rocks.
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October 7, 2025