2 h. ago Major rice producers have world’s worst heavy metal pollution, Chinese scientists warn

India, Pakistan, Thailand and China all have heavy concentrations of cadmium in arable soil, raising the risk of cancer and other diseases.

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2 h. ago Major rice producers have worst heavy metal pollution, Chinese scientists warn

Major rice producers have worst heavy metal pollution, Chinese scientists warn  South China Morning Post

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17 h. ago Mainland manufacturers at Hong Kong trade show look to Middle East as US tariffs bite

Firms exhibiting their products say US is a major market but they are actively diversifying to navigate the impact of Trump’s tariffs.

Economics

23 h. ago The ‘stabiliser’? Why Japan is the most trusted power in Southeast Asia

Amid global uncertainty, Japan’s ‘diplomatic consistency’ and pacifist stance solidified its position as the most trusted major power in the region.

Politics

23 h. ago The ‘stabiliser’? Why Japan is Southeast Asia’s most trusted partner

Amid global uncertainty, Japan’s ‘diplomatic consistency’ and pacifist stance solidified its position as the most trusted major power.

Politics

39 h. ago Bus crash in Hong Kong’s North Point leads to major traffic congestion

Double-decker bus heading to airport smashes into barrier during evening rush hour, leaving driver injured.

Events

40 h. ago Major Hong Kong business chamber postpones Dallas trip amid US

Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce cancels April 24 trip, says speech by Xia Baolong slamming US tariffs was part of consideration.

Politics

44 h. ago As Sara Duterte backs Imee Marcos, will it sway Philippine Senate elections?

A last-minute political gamble sees the president’s sister seeking to revive her campaign by tapping into the vice-president’s popularity.

Politics

48 h. ago Japan’s shift to US rice as prices soar 70% may allow some leeway in Trump tariff talks

Despite Trump’s claims of a 700 per cent levy on rice, the US accounts for 60 per cent of Japan’s tariff-free import limits of the staple.

Politics

53 h. ago China delegation visits Brazil to discuss railway link to Peru megaport

Post learns major infrastructure projects on table during week-long tour across country as Beijing eyes boost in trade ties.

Politics

57 h. ago Footballer dead in China after fall from building, Gabon FA says

Statement by Chinese Super League team Zhejiang says Aaron Boupendza died at his residence, former clubs in US, France, Turkey send tributes.

Events

61 h. ago TikTok Shop’s sales in US plunge as Trump’s tariffs hit Chinese imports

TikTok Shop, along with platforms like Shein and Temu, has emerged as a major channel connecting Chinese vendors with US consumers.

Economics

63 h. ago 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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65 h. ago Hong Kong watchdog urges more checks on worksites after probe reveals ‘absurd’ lapses

Major investigation into over 70 incidents by ombudsman found staff signing off on safety documents without carrying out actual inspections.

Politics

3 d. ago 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.

Politics

3 d. ago Trump chaos is lending weight to Xi’s prophecy of ‘profound changes unseen in a century’

First mentioned in 2017 and dismissed by many as rhetoric, one expert says it now truly feels like the world is undergoing a major shift.

Politics

3 d. ago Indonesia’s new rule for foreign reporters raises press freedom fears: ‘major threat’

The introduction of police certification is yet another indication of the challenges of reporting in Indonesia, critics say.

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3 d. ago Axing HK$2,500 study grant ‘could force 60% of needy Hongkongers to cut back’

Concern groups publish survey outlining potential impact on underprivileged families if government cuts universal grant for school students.

Politics

3 d. ago Majority of Filipinos back ICC trial for Duterte, citing need for accountability: survey

Support for Duterte’s drug war once exceeded 80 per cent, but a new poll indicates 62 per cent now want him to stand trial for it.

Politics

4 d. ago Ghana bans foreigners from local gold trading in major overhaul

Ban takes effect on May 1. Many Chinese nationals have been active in Ghana’s informal gold mining and trading ecosystem.

Politics