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Typhoon Noul Makes Landfall in Guangdong, Grounding Flights and Stranding Thousands
Typhoon Noul, China's strongest storm this year, made landfall in Guangdong, cancelling flights and rail services and stranding 2,000 at Hong Kong airport.China’s Animal Rights Advocates Push Campaign Offline and Abroad After Guangdong Case
The killing of a dog and her puppies in Guangdong has spurred China's animal rights advocates to move their campaign offline and overseas amid censorship.Luxury Hong Kong Project Sells Out First Phase Amid Strong Demand
New World Development's Pavilia Farm III luxury project in Hong Kong sells out its first phase of 88 flats for HK$950 million in a single day, despite prior rebuilding costs.China’s Top Diplomat in Pyongyang: Wang Yi Strengthens Ties with North Korea Amid Shifting Geopolitics
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits North Korea to strengthen ties, marking his first trip since 2019 amid shifting regional geopolitics and potential US-North Korea diplomatic developments.Hong Kong Rolls Out Diesel Subsidy and Toll Cuts to Ease Fuel Woes
Hong Kong launches a HK$3/liter diesel subsidy and 50% tunnel toll waiver for commercial transport, tackling high fuel costs as global oil prices surge.
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Trump Revives Settlement Fund Push, Escalating Standoff Over Attorney General Pick
President Trump pledged to pursue a controversial settlement fund if his attorney general pick is not confirmed, escalating a standoff in the Senate.Hamas Ties Disarmament to Israeli Concessions, Complicating Trump’s Gaza Deal Claim
Hamas says it will disarm only after Israel meets earlier ceasefire commitments, complicating Trump's announced Gaza breakthrough.Spain Says Migrants Return to Morocco After Unprecedented Ceuta Border Surge
Spain says roughly 50,000 migrants who crossed into Ceuta have returned to Morocco after an unprecedented surge in which at least 67 people died.Nearly 200,000 French Residents Return Home as New Wildfires Erupt Across Europe
Nearly 200,000 French residents returned home as a Gironde wildfire held its perimeter, while new blazes forced thousands to flee in France and Greece.Russian Ballistic Missile Barrage Kills at Least Three in Kyiv, Traps Residents
A Russian ballistic missile and drone barrage killed at least three and wounded over a dozen in Kyiv, trapping residents as Zelenskyy presses for Patriot s
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EU Clears $55 Billion Electronic Arts Buyout Led by Saudi Arabia’s Wealth Fund
The European Union has cleared the $55 billion take-private acquisition of Electronic Arts led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and AfRivian Trims 2026 Spending and Narrows Loss Guidance in Second-Quarter Results
Rivian scaled back its 2026 capital spending and narrowed its projected losses as the EV maker reported second-quarter results amid sector pressures.MiniMax Launches H3 Video AI Model With Open Weights, Challenging ByteDance on Price
Chinese AI firm MiniMax has launched its H3 multimodal video generation model with open weights and low pricing, challenging ByteDance's Seedance.Oil Giants Set to Report Bumper Profits as US-Iran Conflict Drives Up Fuel Prices
Exxon Mobil and Chevron are expected to report strong Q2 profits as the US-Iran conflict disrupted Strait of Hormuz shipments and drove fuel prices higher.Trump Media Launches Paid Service Offering Faster Access to Truth Social Posts
Trump Media and Technology Group has launched a subscription service giving paying clients faster access to Truth Social posts, with tiers up to $100,000 a
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China Intensifies Crackdown on Celebrity Gossip and Chaotic Fan Culture
China's cyberspace regulator is intensifying its crackdown on online...Influencer’s Rosé Impersonation Sparks Fierce Debate on Fan Identity and Celebrity Boundaries
A Chinese influencer's recent imitation of K-pop star Rosé...K-Fashion’s Global Ascent: Brands Expand Offline Footprint in Japan and China
South Korean fashion brands are aggressively expanding their physical...Pearl Noodles: China’s Comfort Food Craze
Yudu pearl noodles, a beloved dish originating from Jiangxi...China Tightens Grip on AI and Online Health Content Amidst Mental Health and Misinformation Concerns
China is implementing stringent new regulations aimed at curbing...
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Jessica Chastain Confirms ‘The Savant’ to Premiere on Apple TV This Summer After Postponement
Jessica Chastain confirms her political thriller series 'The Savant' will finally premiere on Apple TV this summer after its 2025 postponement.Olivia Rodrigo Drops New Single ‘Drop Dead’ and Makes Surprise Coachella Appearance
Olivia Rodrigo releases her new single 'Drop Dead' and performs it live at Coachella, signaling a new romantic direction for her upcoming album.Justin Bieber’s SKYLRK Brand Shatters Coachella 2026 Merch Sales Records
Justin Bieber's SKYLRK brand achieved unprecedented sales figures at Coachella 2026, breaking previous records and highlighting the power of artist-driven merchandise.ReelShort and Endemol Shine Brasil Bring ‘Married at First Sight’ Microdrama to Brazil
ReelShort and Endemol Shine Brasil partner to launch "De Repente Casados," a Brazilian adaptation of the hit microdrama "Married at First Sight," premiering April 18.‘Everyone Is Doing Great’ Finds New Home on Netflix with Season 2 Premiere Date Announced
Netflix announces that 'Everyone Is Doing Great,' starring James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti, will stream both seasons starting May 11, with Season 2 premiering globally.
- Travel
Thai Elephant Parks Grapple with Tourist Slump Amidst Global Conflict Uncertainty
Thai elephant parks, including Maetaeng Elephant Park & Clinic, are facing a significant decline in tourist numbers due to global travel disruptions and uncertainty stemming from the Middle East conflict.China Unveils ‘China Bound’: A Smart Tourism Platform for Global Travelers
China Daily has officially launched "China Bound," an innovative...Las Vegas Launches “Welcome to Fabulous” Campaign to Boost Tourism
ChatGPT said: Las Vegas is launching a new campaign, “Welcome...Spirit Airlines Cuts Service as Competitors Expand Routes Amid Bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines is scaling back operations across numerous U.S....Montmartre Residents Push Back Against Overtourism in Paris
Montmartre, the postcard-perfect hilltop district of Paris, is facing...
- Sports
FIFA Executive Alleges Staff Were Deceived Over Infantino’s World Cup Sale Plan
FIFA COO Kevin Lamour alleges staff were misled over Infantino's abandoned plan to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial operations.UEFA Declares Loss of Confidence in Infantino, Deepening FIFA Leadership Crisis
UEFA has formally declared a loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino after his abandoned plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.FIFA Abandons $20 Billion World Cup Sell-Off Plan After Widespread Football Backlash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned a plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors after fierce backlash from football confederatioFIFA’s $20 Billion Private Investment Plan Draws Backlash from Football Confederations
FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces resistance from UEFA and other confederations over a plan to sell private stakes in the World Cup valued at up to $20Raiders Sign No. 1 Pick Fernando Mendoza to Four-Year, $57.27M Deal
Las Vegas Raiders sign top overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza to a four-year, $57.27 million contract as the Heisman winner joins the franchise.
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EU Clears $55 Billion Electronic Arts Buyout Led by Saudi Arabia’s Wealth Fund
The European Union has cleared the $55 billion take-private acquisition of Electronic Arts led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Af
Rivian Trims 2026 Spending and Narrows Loss Guidance in Second-Quarter Results
Rivian scaled back its 2026 capital spending and narrowed its projected losses as the EV maker reported second-quarter results amid sector pressures.
MiniMax Launches H3 Video AI Model With Open Weights, Challenging ByteDance on Price
Chinese AI firm MiniMax has launched its H3 multimodal video generation model with open weights and low pricing, challenging ByteDance's Seedance.
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