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Vance meets Pope Francis amid row over Trump’s migrant plans
Vance’s motorcade was on Vatican territory for 17 minutes. The Vatican said there was an ‘exchange of opinions’ including current conflicts.
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Hong Kong resident found dead at Japanese ski resort after going snowboarding
Man, 38, had gone snowboarding alone at the Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort in Niigata prefecture and was later reported missing by friends.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:China has a secret weapon in US trade war – the renminbi
Taking a leaf from Russia, China should make ‘unfriendly’ countries like the US use Chinese currency for trade transactions.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Ethiopians mark Easter with call for peace and charity
Christians of all denominations vowed to embrace sacrifice in a country facing armed conflict and still recovering from a war ended in 2022.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:‘Complacent’ US risks losing out to China in Global South tech race, report says
Washington risks ‘falling behind’ in the race to shape advanced technology if it does not engage with developing countries, report warns.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Chinese executive linked to Bangkok tower collapse arrested
The 30-storey tower was reduced to rubble when a quake struck neighbouring Myanmar last month, killing 47 people and leaving 47 missing.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Vehicle catches fire, suffers multiple explosions in Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay
Burning vehicle forces evacuation of bus following behind on Gloucester Road flyover near Victoria Park.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Chinese ambassador warns US not to repeat tariff mistakes of the Great Depression era
American mistakes in the wake of the Wall Street Crash such as protectionist measures are ‘still fresh today’, Xie Feng warns.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Buddha tooth relic photo sparks Sri Lankan police investigation
Photography is prohibited during the viewing of the highly venerated relic, which went on display this month for the first time since 2009.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Coldplay creates HK$1.2 billion for Hong Kong, helps build ‘entire city brand’
Four shows drew tourists from around region, but value of concert stop seen as going beyond extra revenue.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Drunk Chinese man impales himself on metal rod, needs 10-hour life-saving surgery
Intoxicated diner stands up, then falls, ramming metal rod into brain through mouth as shocked colleagues look on.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong residents make 2.2 million outbound trips for Easter break
Catering industry representative forecasts 30 per cent decline in business during Easter compared with last year.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:China’s C909 passenger jet spreads wings with VietJet, after TransNusa, Lao Airlines
Vietnam becomes third Southeast Asian country to sign on the Comac-made aircraft, which will be operated on lease from Chengdu Airlines.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Qatar’s lead negotiator committed to reviving Gaza peace talks
Qatar, with the US and Egypt, brokered a truce in Gaza which came into force on January 15 and largely halted over a year of war.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Digital wallets poised to overtake credit cards in Hong Kong by 2030: report
A survey found that 42 per cent of Hongkongers use Alipay and 22 per cent use Apple Pay, but credit cards are likely to remain relevant.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:‘Diplomatic domino effect’: will France’s push for Palestinian statehood isolate the US?
France’s president is seizing a global leadership vacuum left by Washington to champion a two-state solution. The effects could be profound.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:With African mining interests at stake, China wades into DR Congo-Rwanda conflict
As M23 rebels cause havoc in the DR Congo, China has taken the unusual step to speak out. But experts say it isn’t a total policy departure.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Crowds bask in sunshine as temperatures exceed 33 degrees in Hong Kong
Observatory says warm weather set to continue for next few days before becoming unsettled in latter part of week.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Foreign capital rushing into Hong Kong, mainland amid US tariff war: Paul Chan
Some overseas financial institutions have also expanded their operations and hiring in Hong Kong, Paul Chan says.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:How should Hongkongers react to being dragged into Trump’s tariff war?
US tariffs are bound to damage the city’s economy, including through potential job losses and further price rises.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Famed sherpa Kami Rita to attempt 31st Mount Everest climb, break own record
Kami Rita holds the record for the most successful ascents of Mount Everest at 30 times – in May last year he climbed the peak twice.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:‘Hong Kong could fall short of 2% growth forecast amid Trump tariffs’
Veteran banker George Leung also says local stock market may experience short-term fluctuations.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:4 arrested after chase of Tesla carrying drugs leaves 2 Hong Kong officers hurt
Three men and woman, aged between 20 and 23, arrested for allegedly trafficking suspected cannabis products and space oil.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Drowning tally at 6 as huge waves hit Australia’s east coast
Waves as high as 3.5 metres are creating hazardous surf conditions, lifesavers warn.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Chinese scholars suggest peaceful path with Philippines in South China Sea dispute
Experts emphasise compromise and reject ‘megaphone diplomacy’ to avoid conflicts in the disputed waterway.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong orchestra sets UN record for attendance at eco-friendly huqin series
Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra’s record-breaking musical series centred around use of more eco-friendly design for ancient string instrument.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Sex tourists flock to Japan’s red-light area, lured by weak yen, social media videos
Money pressures are forcing women to offer cheaper services, further adding to Kabukicho’s attraction, shelter says.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:China ‘miracle’ girl survives 25th-floor fall, lands on platform, suffers only bone fractures
Hospitals in their city refuse to treat her, so parents quickly transport her to a hospital in Beijing, about 200km away.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Malaysian durian sales surge in China amid growing demand for naturally ripened fruit
While Thailand dominates durian sales in China, sales of the Malaysian fruit have grown tenfold from last year, industry insiders say.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:French minister warns Trump: firing Powell risks destabilising US economy
The US president has clashed with the Federal Reserve chair over interest rates, threatening ‘termination couldn’t come quickly enough’.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:South Korea confronts unseen scars of AI sex crimes: ‘the law didn’t protect me’
Victims lament a lack of police help to resolve their cases, while sex educators call for a change in gender attitudes to tackle the scourge.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Malaysia bids farewell to Chinese pandas as new conservation deal begins
Fu Wa and Feng Yi, who have been in Malaysia for 11 years, will be replaced with a new pair under Xi Jinping’s freshly signed deal.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong’s John Lee to visit Zhejiang’s powerhouse cities to strengthen ties
Chief executive’s delegation will visit Hangzhou and Ningbo to set up ‘specific cooperation mechanism’ with mainland Chinese province.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Why fixing flats to make them safe for Hong Kong’s elderly is booming business
Companies say demand for renovation work is soaring and younger customers are also willing to spend at an earlier age to prepare for safer retirement.
Published on: April 20, 2025 | Source:Island infiltrators: Taiwan spy scandals expose frailty of political and military defences
As government aides are investigated, there is alarm over Beijing’s intensifying efforts to undermine Taiwanese authorities from within.
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