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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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US Tightens Iran Sanctions as Tehran Families Cut Food and Medicine
US sanctions and a naval blockade are squeezing Iran's economy as JD Vance defends the pressure campaign nearly six months into the war.Bessent Says U.S. Will Avoid Large-Scale Iran Combat, Urges China to Join Sanctions
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday the U.S. will rely on economic pressure over large-scale combat against Iran and urged China to join the sanTrump Says US and Canada Reach Trade Deal, Averting New Tariffs
President Trump said Tuesday the US and Canada reached a trade deal ensuring no tariffs for US farmers and businesses, ending a dispute over $20 billion inTrump Declares ‘Economic Warfare’ on Iran, Warns Nations Aiding Tehran
President Trump announced expanded economic measures against Iran on Wednesday, warning that any country aiding Tehran will face consequences.Trump Nominates White House Aide Heidi Overton to Lead FDA
President Trump has nominated White House aide Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner, tapping a trusted insider to steer the agency through competing prior
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Treasury Buyback Plan Fails to Calm Markets as Bond Yields Rebound
U.S. bond yields rebounded within days of a Treasury buyback expansion, as JPMorgan warned the intervention only delays deeper problems.UK Watchdog Investigates Trainline, Virgin Atlantic Over Hidden Fees
Britain's CMA has opened investigations into Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School over hidden ticket fees, sending Trainline shares down 15%.Samsung Unveils Up to $80 Billion Shareholder Return Plan After Chip Rebound
Samsung Electronics will discuss a shareholder return plan worth up to 110 trillion won (about $80 billion) at a Friday board meeting after an AI-driven chRoss Stores Jumps Premarket on Upbeat Forecast as Crypto Stocks Rally
Ross Stores rose premarket on Friday after an upbeat forecast, while Coinbase and other crypto-linked stocks rallied alongside Broadcom and BJ's Wholesale.Cantor Fitzgerald Opens Prediction Market Trading to Institutional Clients on Kalshi
Cantor Fitzgerald will offer institutional clients trading on prediction market platform Kalshi, bringing hedge funds into event contracts for the first ti
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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
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.
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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...
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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.UEFA Members Vote to Boycott Future World Cups Over FIFA Stake Sale Plans
UEFA's 55 member associations have voted to boycott future World Cups if FIFA proceeds with plans to sell a stake in the tournament to investors.
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Treasury Buyback Plan Fails to Calm Markets as Bond Yields Rebound
U.S. bond yields rebounded within days of a Treasury buyback expansion, as JPMorgan warned the intervention only delays deeper problems.
UK Watchdog Investigates Trainline, Virgin Atlantic Over Hidden Fees
Britain's CMA has opened investigations into Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School over hidden ticket fees, sending Trainline shares down 15%.
Samsung Unveils Up to $80 Billion Shareholder Return Plan After Chip Rebound
Samsung Electronics will discuss a shareholder return plan worth up to 110 trillion won (about $80 billion) at a Friday board meeting after an AI-driven ch
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