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The Chinese chemists turning science into fortunes
Chinese chemistry professor Fan Daidi has synthesised collagen into a commercial success.
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Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Chinese boy inspired by heroes during deadly 2008 Sichuan earthquake becomes paratrooper
Quake survivor realises dream of joining elite unit of Peopleโs Liberation Army, says he will go โwherever there is a needโ.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Taxis and ride-hailing services can coexist in Hong Kong, transport chief says
Transport secretary says coming regulation of online ride-hailing platforms will be driven by the needs of the public.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Libyan ministers resign as protesters call for government to step down
Police officer killed as the country sees renewed deadly clashes in the aftermath of the killing of a militia commander.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Three Iranian nationals charged with espionage in the UK
Three Iranian nationals charged with espionage in the UK Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 05/17/2025 - 10:17 The London-based men face accusations of spying for Iran between 2024 and 2025 Police officers walk down The Mall in central London on 5 May 2025 (Henry Nicholls/ Pool/AFP) Off Three Iranian nationals have been charged with espionage in the UK, police in London said on Saturday. Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad...
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:The deal that has spurred Apolloโs plan to remake Wall Street
Acquisition of securitised asset business from Credit Suisse has become a cornerstone of private asset groupโs strategy
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:China cuts US Treasury stockpile, dropping to No 3 spot among foreign holders
Britain takes Chinaโs place as Americaโs second-biggest overseas creditor as Beijing pushes to diversify foreign exchange reserves.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:How will UKโs hardening stance on migration affect Hongkongers on BN(O) visas?
The Post reviews possible changes to UK immigration rules and what this will mean for Hongkongers.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:โCommerce not chaosโ: Trump remakes the foreign trip
The president offered a brash new brand of mercantilism in the Middle East.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Fact check: 'Hey Grok, is this true?' How trustworthy are AI fact checks?
The use of AI chatbots for fact-checking is on the rise. However, Grok's unsolicited claims about "white genocide" show that the responses of Grok, ChatGPT, Meta AI and other chatbots are not always reliable.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:UK charges three Iranians with espionage
Three men arrested earlier this month in what police called a "very complex and fast-moving investigation" were charged with spying for Iran. A fourth suspect was released without charge.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Indiaโs manufacturers fear influx of cheap Chinese imports amid US-China trade war fallout
From yarn to steel, Indiaโs domestic industries say theyโre being priced out as Chinese firms redirect exports away from the United States.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Q&A: Botswanaโs Letsile Tebogo on his Olympic triumph; African sprinters
Tebogo talks to Al Jazeera about breaking the American and Jamaican dominance, and the future of sprinting in Africa.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Nvidia CEO sees โno evidenceโ of AI chip diversion into China
Huang spoke after joining a US delegation to the Middle East led by President Donald Trump, lauding the opening up of trade of Nvidiaโs hardware.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Arab League calls for funds to rebuild Gaza at summit in Baghdad
The war on Palestinian territory dominated the summit, especially after Israel approves plans to expand its offensive.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong officials launch probe after worker falls to his death at luxury villa
Renovation work suspended after labourer reportedly trips while on canopy, falling three metres into swimming pool in Sheung Shui.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:A 20 Percent Electric Bill Surge Tests New Jerseyโs Climate Goals
On June 1, New Jersey residents will face something theyโve dreaded for months: A nearly 20 percent rate increase in their electricity bills. A leading state in climate policy, New Jersey is being squeezed by soaring energy demand from data centers and a sluggish connection of renewable sources by grid operator PJM Interconnection. โThatโs a [โฆ]
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:How Green Is Pope Leo XIV?
From our collaborating partner โLiving on Earth,โ public radioโs environmental news magazine, an interview by producer Aynsley OโNeill with Erin Lothes, an environmental theologian. The new pope could guide the Catholic Church into a new era of care for the environment. Pope Leo XIV, once known as Robert Prevost, previously served as a bishop in [โฆ]
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:No, stock markets are not a barometer of the worldโs economic health
Markets have largely returned to calm after the US-China trade truce but all is not as it seems.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Israelโs Gaza โdisengagementโ that paved the way for conquest
The Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in 2005 was not a concession. It was a strategic move to thwart Palestinian statehood.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Indigenous women in India make 'dream maps' to protect lands from climate change
The tribeswomen have surveyed and mapped out resources to show what is dwindling and what needs restoring.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:How Europe went โcrazyโ for Chinese blind-box toys โ and why it matters
The craze is the latest sign that Chinese brands are becoming more skilled at winning over Western consumers.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Japan โbumping gangโ deliberately collides with pedestrians, mostly women, to vent frustrations
One man admits his behaviour began after he accidentally brushed against a womanโs chest, feeling โwonderfulโ, he repeated.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Scientists gobsmacked by never-seen footage of earth rupturing during Myanmar quake
The video was captured by a surveillance cameraon March 28 when a violent earthquake struck the southeast Asian country of Myanmar โ causing widespread damageas far away as Bangkok in neighbouring Thailand, and killing some 3,700 people, according to Myanmar's ruling military junta.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong trade bodies urged to learn from Qatar to enhance investor services
Hong Kong Productivity Council chairman joined city leaderโs recent trip to Middle East and says he was impressed by Qatar Development Bank.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Germany expands border patrols as part of immigration plan
Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt appeared at the Austro-German border to explain the government's new tougher border controls. The new government has made immigration policy a key part of its agenda.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Knicks oust Celtics in Game 6 playoffs, make Eastern Conference finals
New York's 38-point victory against Boston Celtics in Game 6 was the largest win in Knicks playoff history.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Germany updates: Chancellor Merz 'skeptical' of AfD ban
New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has expressed skepticism regarding a potential ban on the far-right AfD, which was recently classified as "right-wing extremist" pending an appeal. DW has more.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Trump says he will call Putin, Zelenskyy to discuss Ukraine โbloodbathโ
The US leader says he will phone the Russian president, followed by his Ukrainian counterpart and NATO allies on Monday.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong police smash cross-border syndicate that laundered HK$118 million
Twelve arrested in operation as authorities seek tougher action on fraud-related cases involving renting or selling personal bank accounts.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:โExploding inequalityโ: The fight for the hearts and minds of Polandโs left
The left-wing contenders in Sundayโs presidential election are expected to perform better this time - but not much.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Russian drone strike on passenger bus kills nine in northeastern Ukraine
A Russian drone struck a passenger bus in Ukraine's northeastern region of Sumy early on Saturday, killing nine people and injuring four. Ukrainian and Russian officials had held direct peace talks just hours earlier.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:North Korea's 'accidental defectors' stuck south of border
Two North Korean fishermen say they want to return home after their boat was washed south of the maritime boundary months ago. But Pyongyang hasn't picked up the phone.
Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source:Thousands of Palestinians flee north Gaza amid intensified Israeli attacks
Israel kills at least 115 Palestinians since Friday as it intensifies bombardment amid widespread forced starvation.
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