2 h. ago Hong Kong signs up 16,000 volunteers to help at National Games

Hong Kong has formed its largest-ever volunteer corps of more than 16,000 helpers for the coming National Games, with the tourism minister urging them to show the best side of the city’s hospitality. Secretary of Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui officiated at a pledging ceremony on Sunday for the volunteers, aged from 15 to 80, who will help the city in its efforts as a co-host of November’s Games. “Our 16,000 volunteers are our frontline troops as tourism ambassadors. Our hope...

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5 h. ago China, U.S. launch trade talks in Madrid with focus on tariffs, export controls, TikTok

China, U.S. launch trade talks in Madrid with focus on tariffs, export controls, TikTok  news.cgtn.com

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8 h. ago US and China resume trade talks in Madrid with TikTok deadline looming

US and China resume trade talks in Madrid with TikTok deadline looming  Nation Thailand

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8 h. ago Austria seeks diplomatic role in Ukraine War and Iran nuclear negotiations

Austria hopes to become a stronger force in global diplomacy and a hub for conflict resolution. Key to those efforts, according to Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger, is sticking to decades-old military neutrality despite a raging war in the nation’s proximity. The nation’s top diplomat is campaigning for a seat on the United Nations Security Council, offering to host eventual peace talks between Russia and Ukraine and pushing for a return to the negotiating table on Iran’s nuclear...

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10 h. ago China holds ‘routine patrol’ in South China Sea as it warns Philippines

The Chinese military has carried out a “routine patrol” in the disputed South China Sea, the second such operation in less than two weeks, while cautioning the Philippines against stirring up tensions. Conducted on Friday and Saturday, the latest patrol came just days after Beijing announced plans to establish a national nature reserve at the contested Scarborough Shoal, which it calls Huangyan Island and Manila calls Panatag Shoal. “We sternly warn the Philippine side to immediately stop...

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10 h. ago Chinese military holds ‘routine patrol’ in South China Sea, warns the Philippines

The Chinese military has carried out a “routine patrol” in the disputed South China Sea, the second such operation in less than two weeks, while cautioning the Philippines against stirring up tensions. Conducted on Friday and Saturday, the latest patrol came just days after Beijing announced plans to establish a national nature reserve at the contested Scarborough Shoal, which it calls Huangyan Island and Manila calls Panatag Shoal. “We sternly warn the Philippine side to immediately stop...

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21 h. ago Trump urges NATO nations to stop buying Russian oil and impose massive China tariffs over war in Ukraine

Trump urges NATO nations to stop buying Russian oil and impose massive China tariffs over war in Ukraine  Los Angeles Times

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26 h. ago Trump says he's ready to put 'major sanctions' on Russia if NATO nations do the same

Trump says he's ready to put 'major sanctions' on Russia if NATO nations do the same  NBC News

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26 h. ago Zohran Mamdani PAC’s top donors worked for firm accused of being national security threat with alleged China ties

Zohran Mamdani PAC’s top donors worked for firm accused of being national security threat with alleged China ties  New York Post

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31 h. ago FOCUS | Remains of 30 Chinese martyrs from Korean War buried in homeland

FOCUS | Remains of 30 Chinese martyrs from Korean War buried in homeland  Xinhua

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32 h. ago How China’s space station became a film frontier – and Liu Cixin’s inspiration

A new Chinese documentary is giving the public an ultra high definition look at life in space – and capturing the imagination of fans, including award-winning science fiction writer Liu Cixin. Shenzhou 13 is the first production to be shot in space on a format known as 8K and was filmed by the crew on China’s space station. It was released nationwide on September 5, with Liu, the Hugo Award-winning author of the science fiction trilogy The Three-body Problem, among those at the premiere. “What...

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33 h. ago China Focus: Remains of 30 Chinese martyrs from Korean War buried in homeland

China Focus: Remains of 30 Chinese martyrs from Korean War buried in homeland  Xinhua

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34 h. ago China's 3rd carrier highlights its potential leverage over U.S.: Expert

China's 3rd carrier highlights its potential leverage over U.S.: Expert  Focus Taiwan

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35 h. ago China's forcible takeover of Taiwan would threaten the U.S.: MAC head

China's forcible takeover of Taiwan would threaten the U.S.: MAC head  Focus Taiwan

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38 h. ago How a Hong Kong mum’s eloquent balloon fest rant won fans and refunds

Dreamy Ho, 40, gained internet fame after her rapid-fire complaints, boldness in speaking up and relentless determination to stand up for her rights captured widespread attention in Hong Kong following a viral interview clip. The lively and eloquent speech was directed at the organiser of a hot-air balloon festival, which failed to provide tethered rides despite advertising them, and initially refused to offer a refund, which the single mother said “felt like a scam”. Internet users were...

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38 h. ago ‘I feel insecure’: Chinese nationals in Australia blindsided by anti

‘I feel insecure’: Chinese nationals in Australia blindsided by anti-immigration marches  South China Morning Post

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41 h. ago How will Hong Kong’s John Lee help the jobless, the unhappy old and the young?

With Hong Kong leader John Lee set to deliver his annual policy address on September 17, the Post examines key topics the chief executive is expected to focus on, including a mega infrastructure project near the border, new economic drivers and livelihood issues. In the last of a seven-part series, Emily Hung looks at the systemic issues plaguing unemployed workers, elderly carers and young people that Lee is expected to address in the second last policy blueprint of his first term. Click here...

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42 h. ago China’s National People’s Congress Releases Draft Foreign Trade Law With IP Articles

China’s National People’s Congress Releases Draft Foreign Trade Law With IP Articles  The National Law Review

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50 h. ago Hong Kong to update railway standards with national measures to help cut costs

Hong Kong is seeking to incorporate national railway standards into local benchmarks in a bid to greatly cut costs and raise efficiency, paving the way for standardised rules and their wider application in future government projects. The move will also help facilitate the export of mainland Chinese building technology, such as modular integrated construction (MiC), to other countries, according to a railway engineering veteran. The Highways Department on Friday announced the move to update the...

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53 h. ago In New Report, Walberg and Moolenar Identify More University Partnerships Threatening National Security

In New Report, Walberg and Moolenar Identify More University Partnerships Threatening National Security  Congressman Tim Walberg | (.gov)

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