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Nationwide anti-Trump protests show all may not be lost for US
The president’s actions – even on immigration – are increasingly unpopular, yet he continues to forge ahead instead of reaching out for unity.
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Despite setbacks, Seoul’s property market is an example of resilience
16 Jun 2025 - 5:40PM
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Hotpot over hot dogs? Hong Kong cinemas need new ideas to survive
16 Jun 2025 - 9:30AM
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London and Hong Kong can lead way in UK-China finance cooperation
From green finance to fintech, both cities are at the forefront of progress in financial services, and there is much room to grow.
16 Jun 2025 - 8:06AM
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A view of Hong Kong Island and Victoria Harbour at sunset on May 19. The historic ties between London and Hong Kong provide a strong foundation for a consistent, clear and ambitious services relationship between China and the UK. Photo: AFP
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How hapless Chinese scientists became ‘agroterrorists’ in the US
Experts say the fungus Fusarium graminearum is more of a pest than ‘a dangerous biological pathogen’, as FBI director Kash Patel has claimed.
15 Jun 2025 - 9:28PM
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US vaccine sceptics are now in charge. That’s bad news for the world
As RFK Jnr replaces CDC vaccine experts with hand-picked sceptics, at peril is not just US public health but its global scientific authority.
15 Jun 2025 - 8:30PM
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How a ‘Harvard International’ could boost Hong Kong as an education hub
John Lee’s invitation to Harvard’s students is a great start but let’s also open our doors to the university itself.
15 Jun 2025 - 5:30PM
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Students take part in a commencement ceremony at Harvard University on May 25. Photo: The Boston Globe / Getty Images
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No way should Hong Kong bail out taxi licence holders
Their cause was lost the moment they treated a public transport permit as a tradeable asset. Government is right to focus on public interest.
15 Jun 2025 - 2:30PM
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Asian Angle
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Trump tariffs challenge Asean’s unity and economic stability
As Trump’s tariff policies threaten Asean solidarity, the bloc should focus on regional trade to maintain stability and prevent division amid divergent responses.
15 Jun 2025 - 10:00AM
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Silver economy far from enough for rapidly ageing Hong Kong
Promoting economic activities catering to the elderly is welcome, but more must be done to address the issues the elderly and their carers face.
15 Jun 2025 - 9:30AM
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Threat of US-China land grab in space demands urgent legal reforms
Strengthening peaceful uses of space can only be done by negotiating with China and other nations bound by the same obligations as the US.
15 Jun 2025 - 5:30AM
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China’s Long March 2F rocket, carrying three astronauts for the Shenzhou 20 manned space mission, heads for a space station, at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in Jiuquan, northwestern China, on April 24. Photo: AP
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Misuse of AI risks harming public confidence in the justice system
Judges around the world are being presented with arguments based on non-existent court judgments. More must be done to prevent such abuses.
14 Jun 2025 - 10:45PM
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Macroscope
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How the obsession with risky assets is putting global finance in peril
From the speculative frenzy over digital assets to the assault on bond markets, the next financial crisis will be self-inflicted.
14 Jun 2025 - 4:30PM
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Israel’s interception of Madleen raises legal concerns over aid blockade
International law outlines strict conditions for blockades, highlighting potential violations in the recent interception of a humanitarian aid vessel.
14 Jun 2025 - 3:22PM
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Hong Kong must end its ‘tale of two cities’ to thrive
Diversifying its economy and reforming its education system can help Hong Kong ensure its poorest aren’t left behind by AI and automation.
14 Jun 2025 - 9:30AM
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A worker climbs down a ladder on a cruise at Ocean Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui, on April 20. Photo: Sun Yeung
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How Hong Kong can shake off stagnant growth
As the world enters an era defined by technology, innovation and scale, Hong Kong must channel its ambitions into a few high-impact areas.
14 Jun 2025 - 5:30AM
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Sorry, there are no UFOs, just a vast US deep state conspiracy
Report exposes how the Pentagon propagated alien myths to distract the public from secret weapons programmes during the Cold War.
14 Jun 2025 - 4:31AM
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Hong Kong’s co-hosting of National Games is about much more than sport
It’s also a chance to display Greater Bay Area cooperation and a powerful lesson in civic pride for Hong Kong youth.
8 Jun 2025 - 9:30AM
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Spectators cheer at the 15th National Games fencing test event, held at Kai Tak Arena’s Sports Hall on June 1. Photo: Edmond So
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South Korea’s president faces tough balancing act between allies, adversaries
Lee Jae-myung has to deal with a North Korea emboldened by strengthened ties with Russia and must consider the stances of the US, Japan and China.
9 Jun 2025 - 5:30AM
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Government is making all the wrong noises about Fanling water scare
In handling a freshwater contamination scare, officials have shown a lack of understanding on a human-to-human level.
9 Jun 2025 - 10:38AM
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Why Hong Kong is not ‘over’ but must adapt to a changing world order
The city has come to the end of its post-war growth trajectory and must lean on its strengths to find its place in the world.
10 Jun 2025 - 9:30AM
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Robert Delaney
On Balance
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Nationwide anti-Trump protests show all may not be lost for US
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Nicholas Spiro
The View
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Despite setbacks, Seoul’s property market is an example of resilience
16 Jun 2025 - 5:40PM
Alice Wu
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Hotpot over hot dogs? Hong Kong cinemas need new ideas to survive
16 Jun 2025 - 9:30AM
Chris Hayward
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London and Hong Kong can lead way in UK-China finance cooperation
16 Jun 2025 - 8:06AM
Alex Lo
My Take
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How hapless Chinese scientists became ‘agroterrorists’ in the US
15 Jun 2025 - 9:28PM
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Thomas O. Falk
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US vaccine sceptics are now in charge. That’s bad news for the world
15 Jun 2025 - 8:30PM
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