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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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US Regulators Propose First Major Overhaul of Fair-Lending Rules in Decades
US regulators have proposed the first major revision in decades to the Community Reinvestment Act, reducing the number of banks required to fully comply.Justice Department Drops Case Against Ex-Olympian Over Reflecting Pool Damage
The Justice Department moved to dismiss charges against former Olympian David Hearn, citing a flawed contractor installation of the Lincoln Memorial ReflecGeorge Santos Settles Federal Probe for $35,000 Over Manipulative Kalshi Trades
Former Congressman George Santos agreed to pay $35,000 and accept a three-year trading ban to settle a federal probe over manipulative Kalshi trades.Trump Says US Has Not Agreed to Let Ukraine Build Patriot Missiles
President Trump said the US has not agreed to let Ukraine produce Patriot missile systems, calling the underlying technology hard to give away.Iran Strikes US Bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, Widening Gulf Conflict
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has struck US military assets in Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation for American strikes on Iranian territory, widening the Gulf
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Markets Read Warsh’s Fed as Dovish, but His Words Hint at Possible Rate Hike
A gap between how markets read Fed Chair Kevin Warsh and his own remarks raises fresh questions about the central bank's stance on interest rates and inflaFerguson Enterprises Shares Surge on S&P 500 Inclusion, Edging Out Bigger Names
Ferguson Enterprises stock rallied more than 8% after the Virginia-based industrial distributor was named the newest addition to the S&P 500 index.Jersey Mike’s Debuts on NYSE, Pricing $1 Billion IPO at $23 per Share
Jersey Mike's debuted on the New York Stock Exchange, pricing its IPO at $23 per share and raising roughly $1 billion as consumer-brand listings gain momenLinde Shares Slide After Earnings, Prompting Debate Over Buying Opportunity
Linde shares fell sharply after quarterly earnings, one of the steepest drops in a year, prompting debate over whether the slide is a buying opportunity.Short Sellers Target SpaceX as New Deal and Lockup Expiration Loom Ahead of Earnings
Short sellers are piling into SpaceX ahead of earnings and a share lockup expiration, even as a new mega deal draws market attention to the aerospace giant
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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.
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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 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.Sam Kerr’s Brilliance Propels Australia to Women’s Asian Cup Final
Australia defeats China 2-1 in a thrilling Women's Asian Cup semifinal, with Sam Kerr scoring the winning goal to advance to the final.Francesca Lollobrigida Makes History With Gold on Home Ice at Milan Cortina 2026
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
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Markets Read Warsh’s Fed as Dovish, but His Words Hint at Possible Rate Hike
A gap between how markets read Fed Chair Kevin Warsh and his own remarks raises fresh questions about the central bank's stance on interest rates and infla
Ferguson Enterprises Shares Surge on S&P 500 Inclusion, Edging Out Bigger Names
Ferguson Enterprises stock rallied more than 8% after the Virginia-based industrial distributor was named the newest addition to the S&P 500 index.
Jersey Mike’s Debuts on NYSE, Pricing $1 Billion IPO at $23 per Share
Jersey Mike's debuted on the New York Stock Exchange, pricing its IPO at $23 per share and raising roughly $1 billion as consumer-brand listings gain momen
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