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  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.
  
  Typhoon Dolphin Nears Eastern China, Closing Schools and Grounding Flights
  
  Typhoon Dolphin approaches eastern China, shutting schools, ports and tourist sites in Zhejiang and disrupting flights across Shanghai and beyond.
  
  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.
World
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  US Plan for Venezuela Oil Stake Draws Opposition Charge of ‘Predatory’ Grab
  
  Reports the US wants a large stake in Venezuela's oil and gas reserves drew charges the plan is 'predatory' and unconstitutional as diesel hit $5.65.
  
  Trump Signs Order Creating US Space Academy Modelled on West Point
  
  President Trump signed an executive order on Friday creating a US Space Academy modelled on West Point, announced at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston
  
  Iran Ties Strait of Hormuz Reopening to End of Regional Wars
  
  Iran said on Thursday it would set conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, linking the move to an end to fighting in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria.
  
  Nepal-Tibet Flood Kills 469, Leaves 39 Australians Missing and Rebuild Nearing $5 Billion
  
  A glacier collapse on the China-Nepal border killed at least 469 people, left 39 Australians missing and could cost $5 billion to rebuild.
  
  Judge Rules Trump Administration Illegally Blacklisted AI Firm Anthropic
  
  A federal judge ruled Thursday that the Trump administration illegally blacklisted AI company Anthropic in retaliation for criticising the Pentagon.
Business
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  PayPal Sinks 12% as Advent-Stripe Group Drops Buyout Pursuit
  
  PayPal shares fell about 12% below $55 after an Advent-Stripe group abandoned its takeover pursuit, driving options volume to 134,092 contracts.
  
  Rivian Shares Fall 6% as CFO Claire McDonough Departs for GE Vernova
  
  Rivian stock dropped about 6% on Thursday after CFO Claire McDonough announced she would step down to join GE Vernova during the automaker's affordable-EV
  
  US Appeals Court Backs Nevada Oversight of Kalshi Sports Prediction Markets
  
  The Ninth Circuit ruled Kalshi cannot block Nevada oversight of its sports prediction contracts, lifting DraftKings and Flutter shares and setting up a Sup
  
  Dollar Climbs, 2-Year Yields Rise After Warsh Signals Higher Rates
  
  The dollar climbed and 2-year Treasury yields rose after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's Friday speech emphasized delivering stable prices, lifting rate-hike bets.
  
  Marvell Shares Fall 8% as AI Outlook Disappoints Despite 37% Revenue Jump
  
  Marvell shares dropped 8% Friday after its fiscal 2028 outlook underwhelmed, despite 37% revenue growth, as investors questioned timing of a Google AI deal
Lifestyle
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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...
Culture
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  Thieves Steal Four Antonello da Messina Works from Sicilian Museum
  
  Thieves stole four Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina from a Sicilian museum overnight without triggering alarms, prompting a professional-heist
  
  ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Claims All-Time Domestic Opening Record With $360 Million
  
  'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has claimed the biggest North American opening weekend ever with $360 million, surpassing 'Avengers: Endgame.'
  
  “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Scores Second-Biggest North American Opening With $355 Million
  
  "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" scored the second-biggest North American opening ever with $355 million, trailing only "Avengers: Endgame."
  
  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.
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
- Callaway Ends Good Good Golf Partnership After Ad Shows Man Shoving Woman
  
  Callaway ended its Good Good Golf sponsorship after a video showing a man shoving a woman, as retailers pulled gear and the PGA Tour dropped it as title sp
  
  49ers Owner Jed York Pleads No Contest to Two Charges in Ohio
  
  San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York pleaded no contest Monday to two misdemeanor charges in East Palestine, Ohio, and was fined $1,150.
  
  ESPN Co-Founder Bill Rasmussen Dies at 93 From Parkinson’s
  
  Bill Rasmussen, who co-founded ESPN in 1979 and launched round-the-clock sports television, has died at 93 from the effects of Parkinson's disease.
  
  Tommy John, Pitcher Who Gave His Name to Elbow Surgery, Dies at 83
  
  Tommy John, the pitcher who won 288 games and became the first to return from the elbow reconstruction now named after him, has died at 83.
  
  Bezos-Backed Consortium Buys Liverpool Stake in $6 Billion Deal
  
  A consortium including Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin has agreed to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, valuing the Premier League club at around $6 billion
Top Lists

PayPal Sinks 12% as Advent-Stripe Group Drops Buyout Pursuit

PayPal shares fell about 12% below $55 after an Advent-Stripe group abandoned its takeover pursuit, driving options volume to 134,092 contracts.

Rivian Shares Fall 6% as CFO Claire McDonough Departs for GE Vernova

Rivian stock dropped about 6% on Thursday after CFO Claire McDonough announced she would step down to join GE Vernova during the automaker's affordable-EV

US Appeals Court Backs Nevada Oversight of Kalshi Sports Prediction Markets

The Ninth Circuit ruled Kalshi cannot block Nevada oversight of its sports prediction contracts, lifting DraftKings and Flutter shares and setting up a Sup