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Don’t underestimate the Chinese consumer

Reforms, urbanisation and demographic shifts could all sustainably boost domestic spending

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Hong Kong helicopter rescues 3 women after Big Wave Bay coastal hike turns perilous

One injured woman airlifted to hospital after falling into sea, while two others rescued after being trapped on cliff.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

How the U.S. clean energy boom could go bust if Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' becomes law

The legislation still has to pass the Senate and changes could still be made.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Hong Kong to get 10 pedestrian walkways in connectivity push

Private firms to benefit from land premium waivers, with bustling parts of city such as Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay targeted.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Top Wall Street analysts favor these stocks for the long haul

Here are three stocks favored bythe Street's top pros, according to TipRanks.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

‘Microsoft is the AI ringleader’: tech rivals flock to software giant’s stage

Sam Altman, Elon Musk and Jensen Huang’s appearances at Build event reflect software giant’s grip on AI industry

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Russia unleashes massive attack on Ukraine amid prisoner swap

Moscow launches one of the deadliest barrages in months even as the two sides complete the biggest POW exchange of the war.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Latest news bulletin | May 25th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Chinese husband sings, dances for vegetative wife every day, finally awakening her

Couple overcome severe adversity, near-death experience to build happy, healthy family together, inspire millions online.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Is Pakistan's cybercrime law silencing dissent?

Pakistan's crackdown on online disinformation has drawn criticism from rights groups, who say the law is being used to silence critical voices — especially journalists.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Rare owl bred in Hong Kong draws bird watchers, but venue restricts access

Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden closes part of its nature reserve to keep crowds of bird watchers at bay to protect young owl and its parents.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Russia unleashes its largest air attack of war, killing at least 12, Ukraine says

Officials say amassive Russianattack of drones and missilestargeted the Ukrainian capitaland other regions early Sunday in the country for a second consecutive night, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Japan’s Ishiba eyes G7 summit, aims to advance US tariff talks

Speaking in Kyoto, Ishiba said there has been progress in negotiations on trade expansion, non-tariff measures and economic security.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Signal failure leaves 17 stranded on Hong Kong’s Ocean Park Tower

Automatic safety protection system halted the ride, with passengers safely evacuated after a two-hour delay.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Venezuelans head to polls as opposition urges boycott

Voting taking place in Venezuela for lawmakers and governors after a crackdown that saw dozens of government critics detained. Turnout is expected to be low as opposition leaders urge a boycott

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Meet the former Democrat leading Trump’s charge against 10 universities

Leo Terrell says he plans to ‘“intensify’” the crackdown on schools in the wake of Wednesday night’s shooting.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

I rode through Taiwan's cedar forests on this scenic 113-year-old mountain railway

The railway was originally built to transport cargo but this recently restored heritage route has since swapped timber for tourists.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

From the Accursed Mountains to Bali’s beaches, this photo prize captures the planet in flux

The competition celebrates the camera’s ability to capture “both the fragility and strength of communities facing environmental challenges.”

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How India and Pakistan are preparing for the next conflict

Despite unease over nuclear risks, both sides are replenishing arsenals from abroad and exploring ‘unused technologies’ to gain an advantage.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

After the LA Fires, Scientists Study the Toxic Hazards Left Behind

After the Fires: First in a series about health risks following the Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed Pacific Palisades and Altadena. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center. PASADENA, Calif.—Nicole Byrne watched anxiously from across the small kitchen in her home as Parham Azimi, a Harvard University researcher, lined up sample bottles next to […]

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

After the LA Fires, Scientists Study the Toxins Left Behind

After the Fires: First in a series about health risks following the Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed Pacific Palisades and Altadena. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center. PASADENA, Calif.—Nicole Byrne watched anxiously from across the small kitchen in her home as Parham Azimi, a Harvard University researcher, lined up sample bottles next to […]

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Inside Climate News favicon Inside Climate News

Why is Hong Kong scrimping on schools and splurging on elections?

The government is tightening its belt and spreading the fiscal pain. Should schools and students suffer when money can be saved elsewhere?

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Syrian government to aid search for missing Americans, US envoy says

The US lifting sanctions paves the way for reconstruction, with authorities relying on foreign help to foot the cost of rebuilding.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Myanmar: Situation Update with Paul Greening

Anti-regime forces are focused on seizing control of military bases.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Job creator or industry killer? Europe’s EV sector faces Chinese investment dilemma

Truck maker Windrose wants to be ‘first of many’ to bring EV ecosystem to Europe, matching Macron’s ambitions for ‘Battery Valley’ in France.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China teacher threatens to throw pupil from third floor after boy sprays him with water gun

Formal reprimand for experienced educator who manhandled, slapped 10-year-old boy in school corridor.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Canadian recounts ordeal after being stuck in Dominican Republic on 'bogus' drug charges

A Burlington resident who was arrested in the Dominican Republic over accusations of smuggling drugs is recounting his 71-day ordeal in the Caribbean country. The charges were withdrawn in April.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Trump MAGAfies West Point

Appearing in a red MAGA cap, the president delivered what sounded at times like a rally speech to the crowd of West Point graduates.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump defends ban on Harvard accepting foreign students, demands transparency

The US president said the university was not forthcoming on his administration’s ‘reasonable request’ to know who those foreign students are.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Vietnam and Thailand forge strategic ties to boost trade, reduce reliance on China

Vietnam and Thailand’s upgraded partnership aims to boost trade to US$25 billion by 2030, reflecting Hanoi’s tiered diplomacy approach.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong’s ‘bustling’ IPO market exceeds HK$76 billion mark this year

Battery giant powers the city back to global IPO top spot as finance chief highlights ties with the mainland as key to long-term development.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

North Korea detains three shipyard officials over failed destroyer launch

Three shipyard officials were detained after a failed destroyer launch earlier this week. North Korea says the damage to the ship is not severe, but observers have raised doubts.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

China is getting ready for a key meeting to discuss its next 5-year plan

President Xi Jinping says leadership is ‘organising the drafting of a proposal’, which will need to be endorsed at the fourth plenum.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Elderly Japanese woman loses US$345,000 to scammers, joins gang as they are ‘kind’ to her

Fleeced 72-year-old develops Stockholm syndrome after being conned by gang, decides to help fraudsters commit more crime.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

New global mediation body could open in Hong Kong as early as end of 2025

Deputy Secretary for Justice Horace Cheung says organisation will ‘elevate’ city’s status as international legal hub and bring other benefits.

Published on: May 25, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post