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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.
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Russia Fires Top VEB Economist Klepach After War-Cost Warning
Andrei Klepach, VEB's chief economist, was dismissed on August 18 after warning Russia could not win a prolonged war of attrition with Ukraine.Trump Rules Out Iran Talks, Lifting Oil and Sinking US Stocks
US stocks opened lower on Tuesday after Trump said no Iran talks were scheduled, lifting oil prices and Treasury yields amid the Hormuz standoff.Iran-Linked Hackers Shut Down UK Power Plant in Cyberattack
The UK government confirmed on Sunday that Iran-linked hackers forced a small power plant offline, though officials said the national grid faced no risk.South Korea’s Kospi Falls 30% From June Peak, Trapping Retail Investors
The Kospi has dropped 30% since its June 19 record high, trapping retail investors who chased leveraged products during the earlier rally.US Hits Canada With 50% Tariffs on $20 Billion of Goods After Talks Fail
The US imposed 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods after trade talks collapsed. Canada will retaliate dollar-for-dollar from September 8.
- Business
Treasury Weighs Tapping Near-$1 Trillion Cash Account to Fund Bond Buybacks
The U.S. Treasury may tap its near-$1 trillion cash reserve to fund expanded bond buybacks, giving officials leverage over long-term yields.Strategy Earmarks $1.6 Billion Cash Pool for Bitcoin, Buybacks and Debt
Strategy has earmarked roughly $1.6 billion in cash for treasury operations, buybacks and debt, while leaving its Bitcoin holdings unchanged as prices roseZillow Settles FTC Claim It Paid Redfin to Stop Competing on Apartment Listings
Zillow has agreed to resolve FTC allegations it paid Redfin to stop competing for apartment rental listings, ending the antitrust litigation without a triaTrump Hikes Canada Auto Tariffs to 50%, Effective January 2027
President Trump said the US will raise tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks and auto parts to 50%, effective January 1, 2027, escalating the trade dispute.US 30-Year Treasury Yield Hits 5.32%, Highest Since 2007
The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield rose to around 5.322% on Tuesday as oil gains and U.S.-Iran tensions fueled inflation fears amid a global bond sell-off.
- Lifestyle
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
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
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
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 billionLIV Golf Secures New Lead Investor as League Charts Post-Saudi Future
LIV Golf has secured a new lead investor to operate without Saudi funding while giving players equity, CEO Scott O'Neil announced, with a September close tLarry Berg Named Next MLS Commissioner, Succeeding Don Garber in 2027
LAFC co-owner Larry Berg will become the next MLS commissioner, succeeding Don Garber, as the league eyes momentum from the 2026 World Cup.
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Treasury Weighs Tapping Near-$1 Trillion Cash Account to Fund Bond Buybacks
The U.S. Treasury may tap its near-$1 trillion cash reserve to fund expanded bond buybacks, giving officials leverage over long-term yields.
Strategy Earmarks $1.6 Billion Cash Pool for Bitcoin, Buybacks and Debt
Strategy has earmarked roughly $1.6 billion in cash for treasury operations, buybacks and debt, while leaving its Bitcoin holdings unchanged as prices rose
Zillow Settles FTC Claim It Paid Redfin to Stop Competing on Apartment Listings
Zillow has agreed to resolve FTC allegations it paid Redfin to stop competing for apartment rental listings, ending the antitrust litigation without a tria
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