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  Dong Jun Calls for Dialogue Over Confrontation at Xiangshan Forum
  
  Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun called for a security approach built on dialogue rather than confrontation at the Xiangshan Forum on Wednesday.
  
  Hong Kong Records Fewer Than 30,000 Births in Year to Mid-2026
  
  Hong Kong recorded 29,700 births between mid-2025 and mid-2026, a record low, as the government prepares its September 16 policy address and five-year plan
  
  Hong Kong Labour Minister Says Ethnic Minorities Can Help Belt and Road Ties
  
  Hong Kong labour minister Chris Sun told a youth summit that the city's ethnic minorities can help build ties with belt and road countries.
  
  Police Officer Guides Civilians to Safety Before Tibet Border Mudslide
  
  A police officer at Gyirong Port on the China-Nepal border directed civilians to safety moments before a mudslide struck, as Nepal seeks flood recovery aid
  
  Typhoon Dolphin Drives Hong Kong to Hottest Day on Record as Eastern China Evacuates Millions
  
  Hong Kong hit 36.9C, its hottest in 142 years, as Typhoon Dolphin brought extreme heat and drove mass evacuations across eastern China.
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  Iran War Cost US $38 Billion, Missile Stockpile Needs 5 Years to Rebuild
  
  The CBO estimates the Iran war cost the Pentagon $38.1 billion through August 1 and depleted missile stockpiles so heavily rebuilding could take five years
  
  Kaepernick Accuses NFL Owners of Colluding Against Macklemore
  
  Colin Kaepernick accused NFL stadium owners of colluding against Macklemore, who pledged his $1m Ed Sheeran tour salary to Palestinian groups and challenge
  
  House Could Vote on Bill to Shield Consumers From AI Data Center Costs
  
  The U.S. House could vote as early as Tuesday night on a bipartisan bill to stop AI data center energy costs from being passed to consumers.
  
  War-Damaged Gaza Building Collapses, Killing 12 With Nearly 100 Missing
  
  A war-damaged seven-storey building collapsed in Gaza City, killing at least 12 people including five children, with nearly 100 missing under rubble.
  
  EU Opens Door for Canada to Become First Associate Member
  
  Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday the EU wants Canada to become its first associate member, deepening ties as Ottawa reduces US trade dependence.
Business
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  US Senate Blocks Clarity Act on Wednesday
  
  The Senate blocked the Clarity Act on Wednesday, extending crypto regulatory uncertainty as some Hong Kong industry figures see a strategic opening.
  
  Ladbrokes Owner Entain to Cut 400 Jobs, Warns on UK Gambling Taxes
  
  Entain, owner of Ladbrokes and Coral, will cut 400 customer care jobs and warned that a UK machine games duty rise could force betting shop closures.
  
  Intel, SK Hynix Shares Jump on Talks to Make Memory Chips in US
  
  SK Hynix is in talks with Intel to make memory chips in the US for the first time, Reuters reported, lifting both companies' shares in premarket trading.
  
  Nvidia’s Huang Rejects AI Slowdown as Anthropic’s Amodei Urges Caution
  
  Nvidia's Jensen Huang argued against slowing AI at Dreamforce on Tuesday, hours after Anthropic's Dario Amodei spoke about industry safety practices.
  
  Brent Oil Tops $108 as Saudi Pipeline Shutdown Enters Second Week
  
  Brent crude rose above $108 on Tuesday as Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline stayed shut, with Houthi strikes and halted Yanbu loadings deepening supply fea
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  Inherited 401(k) Offers a Roth Conversion an IRA Locks Shut
  
  Non-spouse heirs can roll an inherited 401(k) directly into a Roth IRA and pay tax once—an option that vanishes if the money reaches an IRA first.
  
  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...
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  All Four Openers Quit Ed Sheeran Tour After Macklemore Removed Over Palestine
  
  All four supporting acts withdrew from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour on Monday in solidarity with rapper Macklemore, who was removed after pro-Palestine comments.
  
  Ed Sheeran Says Promoter, Not Him, Cut Macklemore From US Tour
  
  Ed Sheeran said the promoter, not him, decided to drop Macklemore from his US tour after the rapper's speech at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
  
  May el-Toukhy’s ‘Woman Unknown’ Wins Golden Lion in Rare Venice Double
  
  May el-Toukhy's post-war drama 'Woman Unknown' won the Golden Lion at Venice on Saturday, with star Mathilde Arcel taking best actress in a rare double win
  
  Rapper Lil Durk Acquitted in Murder-for-Hire Trial, Faces October Retrial
  
  Rapper Lil Durk was acquitted Friday of all charges in a federal murder-for-hire case but faces a separate racketeering trial on October 5.
  
  Israeli Filmmakers’ Gaza Documentary Wins 25-Minute Ovation at Venice
  
  NAZA, a documentary on Israel's AI-powered targeting in Gaza by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, drew a record 25-minute ovation at Venice on Thursday.
Travel
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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
  
  Las Vegas is launching a new campaign, “Welcome to...
  
  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
- Duplantis, Ingebrigtsen Win $150,000 Each at First Ultimate Championship in Budapest
  
  Armand Duplantis and Jakob Ingebrigtsen each won $150,000 on the opening night of the first World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest on Friday.
  
  NFL Extends Roger Goodell Through 2030 in Performance-Heavy Contract Deal
  
  NFL commissioner Roger Goodell agreed to a four-year contract extension running through the 2030 season, with over 95% of pay tied to performance.
  
  Sabalenka Beats Townsend to Reach US Open Quarterfinals
  
  Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka overpowered Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3 on Sunday to reach the US Open quarterfinals in New York.
  
  Cathy Engelbert to Retire as WNBA Commissioner After Seven-Year Tenure
  
  WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert will retire at the end of 2026 after a seven-year tenure that brought record deals, expansion and the league's first mill
  
  NBA Suspends Clippers Owner Ballmer, Strips Five Draft Picks Over Kawhi Deal
  
  The NBA suspended Clippers owner Steve Ballmer for one year, stripped five first-round draft picks and fined the team $30 million over the Kawhi Leonard ca
Top Lists

US Senate Blocks Clarity Act on Wednesday

The Senate blocked the Clarity Act on Wednesday, extending crypto regulatory uncertainty as some Hong Kong industry figures see a strategic opening.

Ladbrokes Owner Entain to Cut 400 Jobs, Warns on UK Gambling Taxes

Entain, owner of Ladbrokes and Coral, will cut 400 customer care jobs and warned that a UK machine games duty rise could force betting shop closures.

Intel, SK Hynix Shares Jump on Talks to Make Memory Chips in US

SK Hynix is in talks with Intel to make memory chips in the US for the first time, Reuters reported, lifting both companies' shares in premarket trading.