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China Intensifies Crackdown on Celebrity Gossip and Chaotic Fan Culture

China's cyberspace regulator is intensifying its crackdown on online content, targeting celebrity gossip and the "fan circle" culture. Platforms like Weibo and Kuaishou have faced scrutiny and disciplinary actions...

US Mortgage Rates Stop Rising, Nudging Homebuyer Demand Back

US mortgage rates eased slightly this week, halting a run of increases and drawing modest homebuyer and refinance demand back into a subdued market.

Eli Lilly Sues Six Companies Over Illegal Sales of Experimental Obesity Drug

Eli Lilly has sued six companies for allegedly selling versions of retatrutide, an experimental obesity drug still under clinical development and unapprove

Tencent Beats Revenue Estimates on Games and AI Ads Despite 26% Stock Slide

Tencent topped revenue expectations on gaming and AI-driven advertising, even as shares fell 26% amid rising AI spending and fierce competition in China.

FlightAware Withdraws Lawsuit Against Kalshi Over Flight-Cancellation Betting Markets

FlightAware has dropped its lawsuit accusing prediction-market platform Kalshi of using its data without authorization to power flight-cancellation betting

Legacy of Lui Shou-kwan: How a Chinese Ink Master Shaped Hong Kong’s Art Scene

Fifty years after his passing, Lui Shou-kwan continues to be revered as a pioneering force in Hong Kong's modern art scene. Best known for...

Young Stroke Survivor Recovers Speech Through Singing

At just 24 years old, Summer Clarke’s life changed dramatically when she suffered a spontaneous brain haemorrhage. Doctors gave her only a 10 percent...

Finding Joy After Trauma: Dr MaryCatherine McDonald’s Journey

Dr MaryCatherine McDonald, a trauma researcher and grief coach, nearly gave up writing her new book The Joy Reset after a close friend was...

Black Pearl Restaurant Guide Expands Globally with Singapore Awards

The Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, often regarded as China’s equivalent to the Michelin Guide, recently hosted its first overseas awards ceremony in Singapore, marking...

HK Express Partners with Tam Jai Sam Gor for Unique In-Flight Experience

In late March, passengers on an HK Express flight to Narita, Tokyo, experienced an unexpected twist when a middle-aged Chinese woman appeared at the...

Michael Tilson Thomas’ Last Performance Marks an Era of Innovation and Legacy

San Francisco mayor Daniel Lurie declared a special day in honor of Michael Tilson Thomas, with City Hall glowing in his signature blue, and...

Exploring Hong Kong’s Growing Scuba Diving Scene

At a recent Legislative Council meeting, Hong Kong’s culture minister, Rosanna Law Shuk-pui, surprised many by revealing that she is a licensed scuba diver....

Virtual K-pop Group Plave Takes the Global Stage

Plave, a virtual K-pop group, has become one of the hottest names in the music scene, captivating millions of fans with their dynamic performances...

Digital Nomad Artist Sarah Tse Explores the World Through Her Art

Hong Kong-born artist Sarah Tse Man-heng has created a life where the world serves as her studio. A digital nomad, Tse combines her love...

Clinical Trial Offers New Hope for Children with Dravet Syndrome

A groundbreaking clinical trial at Sheffield Children’s Hospital in the UK has dramatically transformed the lives of children with Dravet syndrome, a rare and...

How AI Is Quietly Transforming the Culinary World

At this year’s Michelin Guide awards in France, the buzz extended beyond the stars gained or lost. Conversations among chefs were increasingly dominated by...

Sylvia Chang: Tireless Icon of Asian Cinema

Sylvia Chang Ai-chia shows no signs of slowing down. The 71-year-old Taiwanese film legend is actively touring festivals with Daughter’s Daughter, finalizing post-production on...

Bone Marrow Test Doubles Survival in Acute Leukaemia Patients

A new 10-minute bone marrow test could significantly improve the survival chances of patients with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), a rare and aggressive form...

Apple TV+ Aims for Prestige with Quality-First Streaming Strategy

Since its launch in 2019, Apple TV+ has steadily built a reputation as a filmmaker-friendly streaming platform focused on prestige content. The tech giant’s...

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