We must all speak up to defend judicial independence from any interference
It is unacceptable in any civilised society governed by the rule of law to seek to pressurise judges to reach a particular decision or to resign.
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Oh deer, Japan’s Nara boosts police patrols to curb animal abuse
The move follows a video of a tourist in Nara’s main park kicking one of the animals, considered sacred in the ancient city.
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The sad reality behind 1 million resumes sent to a Chinese company
The backlash to a nuclear giant enthusing over the resumes it received shows the desperation of young Chinese jobseekers.
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Chinese Y-20 transport planes arrive in Egypt ahead of joint air drills
A least five planes are known have landed in Cairo ahead of the Eagle of Civilization 2025 exercises.
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Posh China restaurant offers US$540 meals with elephant dung desserts for ‘authentic’ taste
Founders spent 7 years studying rainforests of Yunnan province in southwestern China before introducing concept.
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Some Hong Kong-based shipowners seeking safer havens from US tariffs: insiders
Industry sources say some shipowners are preparing exit plans to mitigate rising geopolitical risks.
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Singapore election: why flight to safety over Trump tariffs may not weigh on voters
Domestic issues and more perspectives in parliament likely to be on voters’ minds for next month’s election, analysts say.
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BYD, Geely and EV peers face tariff dilemma as Beijing delays go-global plans
China wants decisions by carmakers to be made strategically, prioritising geopolitically favourable countries, Trivium China’s Ries says.
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US judge finds cause to hold Trump admin in contempt over El Salvador deportations
The administration did not turn around planes carrying deportees to a notorious prison despite an order from the court.
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Coldplay in Hong Kong: watchdog receives 114 complaints over blocked views
Some concertgoers started complaining about seating arrangements following band’s first show, arguing obstructions were worse than expected.
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Number of Hong Kong school graduates studying overseas drops by 15%
Figure from 2024 pathway survey marks second straight year of record lows since government launched poll for Form 6 students in 2012.
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Singapore’s task force warns of ‘disorderly’ tariffs’ impact on economy
The task force led by Trade and Industry Minister Gan Kim Yong says it is open to adjusting current help measures for businesses and workers.
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South China Sea: can Malaysia as Asean chair deliver breakthrough in code of conduct talks?
Talks resumed in Manila earlier this month in search of a ‘substantive and effective’ framework to manage tensions in the disputed waterway.
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Bilingual ‘superpowers’ and intercultural experiences prepare students for a better future
Academic and immersive learning programmes at Hong Kong’s Chinese International School help children develop empathy and a global mindset.
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Trump White House restricts Reuters, Bloomberg access to president in latest media crackdown
The move raises concerns about press freedom and follows the Trump administration’s legal loss to another wire service, Associated Press, over its exclusion.
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China, Philippines exchange accusations after tense Scarborough Shoal encounter
Chinese coastguard and its Philippine counterpart trade claims of dangerous behaviour south of the contested area.
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China appoints new trade representative as US trade war heats up
Li Chenggang will replace Wang Shouwen as China’s top international trade negotiator, according to a government statement.
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‘Unforgettable’: friends pay tribute to Hong Kong’s Leung Chai-yan
UK boarding school Wycombe Abbey classmates remember fondly late elder daughter of ex-leader Leung Chun-ying, Chai-yan, who died suddenly last week.
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China’s premier cites ‘profound changes’ in urging boost to domestic consumption
Li Qiang looks to ‘further unleash the potential of China’s massive market’, provide more support for property sector.
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Hong Kong police suspect animal cruelty after 2 turtles found dead
Animal carcasses discovered in two separate locations on the same day, with fatal injuries sustained from falling to their deaths.
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