42 h. ago Hong Kong tobacco tycoon Charles Ho dies at 75 after lung cancer diagnosis

Hong Kong tobacco and media tycoon Charles Ho Tsu-kwok, formerly the chairman of the Sing Tao News Corporation, has died at the age of 75. He revealed in February that he had been diagnosed with lung cancer last year. Two sources confirmed his death on Thursday, but it was unclear when he died. Ho previously served as a standing committee member of China’s top political advisory body, the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, and controlled the Sing Tao News Corp before he sold his...

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3 d. ago ‘Making a dent’: race is on to reap rare earths elsewhere amid China’s dominance

Beijing’s imposition of rare earth export restrictions from April – playing its trump card in the face of Washington’s intensifying tariffs and tech curbs – helped send a message to Washington ahead of this week’s discussions over bilateral export-control issues. Considered a trump card because rare earths have an outsized impact on auto, electronics and defence industries, and China dominates the supply chain, the trade in such critical minerals is widely expected to be among the key topics...

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4 d. ago Ahead of US trade talks, China’s rare earth trade data from May sends a message

In a reflection of Beijing’s ability to quickly leverage its dominance over the critical-mineral supply chain, the value of rare earth elements exported by China last month plunged by nearly half compared with a year prior. The official data came as analysts have been saying that China’s export controls over large quantities of critical minerals are like the ultimate trump card in trade negotiations with the United States. The world’s second-largest economy exported rare earth elements worth...

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8 d. ago ‘King Charles’ China dog goes viral with 300 million views for calm, alpha manner

A shelter dog in northern China has gained internet fame for his calm and authoritative demeanour, earning him the nickname “King Charles” among online fans. In a widely shared video, a beige dog maintains peace within a pack, radiating quiet authority. He gently places a paw on the neck of a tense dog, diffusing the conflict without a single bark. The other dogs demonstrate their submission by lowering their bodies, and when one attempts to snap back, his loyal companions step in with a warning...

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8 d. ago ‘Unacceptable’: Thai teachers’ group slams deal on beer discounts

A group of Thai teachers has protested against a state agency’s partnership with a beer company, claiming the deal tarnishes educators’ integrity and sends the wrong message to society. The one-year deal, signed last month by Tawandang German Brewery and the government office for improving education workers’ welfare and benefits, offers teachers a 10 per cent discount at three branches of the brewery firm. Chayapa Khunpittikana, coordinator of the Thai Teachers Against Vice-Promoting Welfare...

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1 week ago Trump’s attempt to calm foreign students adds to visa confusion for Chinese

US President Donald Trump sought to reassure international students in the country that they would be “fine” in a comment that added to the confusion about his administration’s stance following controversy over an earlier announcement that it would “aggressively” cancel Chinese student visas. When asked on Friday what message he would send to foreign students in the country, Trump said: “Well, they’re going to be OK. It’s going to work out fine.” “We just want to check out the individual...

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1 week ago Trump’s bid to calm foreign students adds to visa confusion for Chinese

President Donald Trump’s comment that international students in the US would be “fine” has only added to the confusion about his administration’s stance, following controversy over an earlier announcement that it would “aggressively” cancel Chinese student visas. Asked on Friday about what message he would send to foreign students in the country, Trump said: “Well, they’re going to be OK. It’s going to work out fine.” “We just want to check out the individual students we have. And that’s true...

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2 w. ago China sends direct message to Donald Trump as Beijing rolls out red carpet for American financial institutions

China sends direct message to Donald Trump as Beijing rolls out red carpet for American financial institutions  MSN

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2 w. ago China sends direct message to Donald Trump as Beijing rolls out red carpet for American financial institut

China sends direct message to Donald Trump as Beijing rolls out red carpet for American financial institut  The Economic Times

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2 w. ago Why is Prince Harry in China? Fumed Royal fans question overlapping timeline with King Charles' Canada visit

Why is Prince Harry in China? Fumed Royal fans question overlapping timeline with King Charles' Canada visit  Hindustan Times

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2 w. ago Prince Harry makes surprise trip to China as estranged father King Charles touches down in Canada for historic

Prince Harry makes surprise trip to China as estranged father King Charles touches down in Canada for historic  Daily Mail

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2 w. ago King Charles to visit Canada for throne speech amid US tensions

The speech is expected to draw close scrutiny, especially on sovereignty and trade amid Trump’s annexation rhetoric and imposition of tariffs.

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3 w. ago King Charles III Snubs Tesla and Buys an EV From Wuhan, China

King Charles III Snubs Tesla and Buys an EV From Wuhan, China  The Daily Beast

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3 w. ago ‘Surprised’ Trump questions timing of Biden’s cancer diagnosis

Joe Biden’s cancer diagnosis prompts new questions about his health while in the White House.

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3 w. ago Joe Biden vows to fight ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer, thanks Americans for ‘love and support’

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, affecting one in eight in the US. Treatable if caught early, it is the second leading cause of cancer death among men.

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3 w. ago King Charles sends message of support to Biden after cancer diagnosis

UK monarch undergoing treatment for an undisclosed cancer. Biden vowed to fight ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer, thanked Americans for support.

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3 w. ago How common is prostate cancer in Hong Kong and what can you do to treat it?

In the wake of ex-US President Joe Biden’s recent prostate cancer diagnosis, the Post takes a closer look at how the disease affects Hongkongers.

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4 w. ago President Xi sends a message to Danish businesses ahead of China visit by foreign minister

First such letter to a foreign business community since 2021 shows how China is trying to expand its circle of friends amid a trade-war truce with the United States.

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