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World’s highest hotel opens in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon in 2011 – from the SCMP archive
This article was first published on April 3, 2011 If the altitude doesn’t give you a nosebleed, the room rates might By John Carney You could say it is the height of luxury. And if putting on the Ritz is your thing, it’s just the place for you. The highest hotel in the world opened in Hong Kong last week, and if the altitude doesn’t give you a nosebleed, the price of a room will. Taking up floors…
685,000 Hongkongers head out of city at start of Easter holiday
More than 685,000 residents left Hong Kong as the Easter break got under way on Friday, even as some said ongoing geopolitical tensions had made them more cautious about drawing up future travel plans. An industry leader noted that more Hongkongers had chosen to travel to mainland China, with the ongoing war in the Middle East disrupting air traffic and prompting local airlines to raise fuel…
Don’t let geopolitical rivalry skew debate over Jimmy Lai’s sentencing
The sentencing of Jimmy Lai Chee-ying has been cited by several Western officials and media outlets as further evidence that Hong Kong’s legal system is in decline. Lai, the founder of the now-closed Apple Daily newspaper, faced multiple charges, including two counts of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and one count of conspiracy to publish seditious publications. He was convicted last…
More Hongkongers to travel over long Easter break despite higher costs
More Hongkongers are expected to travel elsewhere during the five-day Easter weekend from Friday despite a sharp jump in fuel surcharges, according to industry leaders. They also expect more visitors from mainland China during an overlapping Ching Ming Festival holiday, but doubt the influx will deliver any significant boost to the city’s tourism revenue. Some noted that the Easter break might…
Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Thursday
President Trump’s prime-time address received a defiant response from a top leader in Tehran.
Police offered support to tackle rising threats against MPs
Reports of crimes against MPs have more than doubled since 2019, reaching almost 1,000 last year.
Macron Voices Europe’s Frustration With Trump’s Handling of Iran War
President Emmanuel Macron of France expressed disapproval about President Trump’s handling of the war against Iran on Thursday, chastising him for speaking cavalierly in a speech.
Russian court sentences former lawmaker to 19 years in prison over antisemitic pogrom at airport
Dagestan’s Supreme Court has sentenced former State Duma deputy Ilya Ponomarev in absentia to 19 years in prison in connection with the antisemitic pogrom at Makhachkala’s airport in October 2023.
Hegseth tells U.S. Army chief of staff to retire 'effective immediately' amid war in Iran
U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked the army's top uniformed officer to step down, the Pentagon said Thursday without giving a reason for the departure as the United States wages a war against Iran.
From the US to Hong Kong, there’s no excuse for insider trading
The mighty Zambezi River has its source in northern Zambia, and flows north, west, south, then east, tracing borders for several countries including Zimbabwe. As the river enters Zimbabwe, the water molecules begin to flow faster, unknowingly energised – developing first into a rush, then eventually a torrent as they plunge down the Victoria Falls. This is an excellent analogy of the extremes of…
Report: Apple lets Russian users keep iCloud+ data after subscriptions lapse
Apple has announced that as of April 1, payment processing for purchases made through the App Store or other Apple services in Russia is no longer available.
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Oil prices choppy after expletive-laden Trump threat to Iran
The US president said Iran's bridges and power plants would be destroyed unless it opened the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump's 'expletive-laden tirade' and US airman's 'got gun' miracle escape
The majority of the papers lead with Donald Trump's latest threat to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran War Live Updates: Trump Escalates Threat to Hit Iranian Power Plants After U.S. Rescues Downed Airman
President Trump used an expletive-laden social media post to taunt Iranian leaders, saying that the United States would attack if they did not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Why are more children in Japan staying away from school?
More than 25% of elementary and junior high students who took part in a survey said bullying was the initial cause for wanting to stop attending school.
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Chris Murphy on Trump’s Iran threat: ‘A clear war crime’
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Sunday derided President Trump’s latest threats to Iran as “war crimes” if committed. “Trump is calling reporters today to tell them he is going to commit mass war cr…
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Australia news live: national auction clearance rate hits lowest point since 2022; petrol drops 32 cents over past week after fuel tax cuts
Follow today’s news live Watch American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson win her Stawell Gift heat The Paris Olympic 100m silver medallist started from scratch but powered past the field with ease. Co…
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Middle East crisis live: Tehran warns Trump over strait of Hormuz threat; Netanyahu suggests Israel helped US rescue airman
US president tells Iran: ‘Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell’; Israeli PM says Trump ‘expressed his appreciation for Israel’s help’ Trump warns Iran to reopen …
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Housing authorities expand use of smart technologies to support elderly
Hong Kong’s housing authorities will expand the use of smart technologies, such as door sensors, in-home fall detectors and stair climbers, to enhance safety and convenience for elderly residents a…
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Iran-US war latest: Trump tells Tehran to ‘open the Strait or you’ll be living in hell’ in swear-laden rant
US president threatens to hit Iran’s power plants if it doesn’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Monday
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Middle East war live: Iran vows 'devastating' response after Trump threatens civilian targets
Iran’s central military command said Monday that any attacks on civilian targets would trigger a “much more devastating” response. The statement followed a warning from US President Donald Trump, w…
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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Five killed and 19 injured after Moscow strikes market with drones, says Kyiv
Russia fired more than 280 drones overnight
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KKR-backed SmartHR said to be mulling Tokyo IPO later this year
The Japanese human resources platform operator is among the country's few unicorns, or unlisted startups that have been valued at more than $1 billion.
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China built the world’s drone industry. Now it’s locking down the skies.
New regulations are tightening rules for recreational and civilian operators, with penalties for unauthorized flying of drones to include possible jail time.
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Why tanka poetry is clicking with a new generation
A centuries-old poetic form is being reshaped through everyday experiences, online exchange and a new generation of writers.
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Stacey Abrams on Trump’s mail-in voting order: ‘Patently illegal’
Former Georgia state Rep. Stacey Abrams (D) on Saturday slammed President Trump’s executive order on mail-in voting as unconstitutional and illegal. “It is patently illegal, and it is entirely in t…
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Japan’s much-needed intel debate could cost Takaichi political points
While the Liberal Democratic Party will not likely face major obstacles in the intelligence debate, it still could weigh down Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration.
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Hungary's Viktor Orban: Global ‘illiberal role-model’
The shrewd prime minister has constantly tweaked his country's political system to rule for 16 straight years as a dominant, albeit divisive figure.
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American woman missing after husband reports she fell overboard during Bahamas trip
An American woman was swept out to sea after she fell overboard during an evening dinghy trip with her husband off the Bahamas on Saturday, police said
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Artemis II astronauts prepare for historic Moon flyby
For the first time in more than half a century, astronauts will journey around the Moon, marking a major milestone in the Artemis II mission. The historic flyby promises not only breathtaking views…
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Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism
U.S. President Donald Trump's blending of religious references with threats of military action drew criticism that it blurred the line between faith and policy.
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Trump warns Iran to reopen strait of Hormuz by Tuesday or face ‘hell’
President shifts deadline again for attacking power plants and bridges in expletive-ridden social media post Middle East crisis – live updates Donald Trump issued an expletive-laden warning on Sund…
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UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women's basketball title
UCLA secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.
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Australian Human Rights Commission investigates racial discrimination complaint against NSW government
Investigation comes after South Asian Muslim and caste-oppressed Hindu community representatives lodged formal complaint Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Australian …
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Kyoto Gov. Nishiwaki wins third term
Takatoshi Nishiwaki, an independent, was backed by the Liberal Democratic Party, among others.
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A music festival booked Kanye West, now known as Ye, and lost major sponsors
The rapper Ye was announced as the headliner for the Wireless Festival in London. He's gained notoriety over the years for his antisemitic comments and activities glorifying Nazis.
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Savannah Guthrie opens up about ‘disappointment with God’ in heartbreaking Easter message as search for mom continues
Nancy Guthrie was last seen more than two months ago at her home near Tucson, Arizona
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Obama, Newsom congratulate UCLA for winning first NCAA women’s basketball championship
The women’s basketball program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) captured its first NCAA title on Sunday, receiving praise from former President Obama and California Gov. Gavin Ne…
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Israel renews Lebanon strikes and forces Syria border crossing closed
Israel has launched airstrikes across Lebanon since March 2, when armed group Hezbollah entered the Middle East war on the side of its backer, Iran.
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Nigeria troops rescue Easter worshippers after deadly church attack
Nigeria’s military said Sunday it rescued 31 worshippers abducted during Easter services in northwestern Kaduna state, after troops engaged gunmen in a firefight, though at least five people were k…
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How one factory in China learned to live with Trump, tariffs and turmoil
A Chinese electronics supplier ended 2025 more convinced than ever of China's manufacturing strengths.
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A Harrowing Race Against Time to Find a Downed U.S. Airman in Iran
For the Iranians, the Air Force colonel whose fighter jet had been shot down was possible leverage. For the U.S. military, finding him was a moral imperative.
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Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Sunday
President Trump taunted Iran on social media, while strikes continued in Iran, Israel, Lebanon and some Gulf states.
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How a US clampdown affected mainland Chinese, Hong Kong student visa numbers
A US clampdown on visas for mainland Chinese and Hong Kong students last May led to year-on-year declines of 42 per cent and 35 per cent in the number of permits granted, but a consultant has said …
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On NASA’s moon mission, the biggest headache has been the toilet
Getting the complicated piece of equipment, known as the Universal Waste Management System, to work properly during the flight has become a recurring issue.
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The British military sees youth jobs crisis as an opportunity
A link is emerging between youth joblessness — now at the highest rate in over a decade — and applications being made to the forces.
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Trump declares victory after rescue but threats to US operation in Iran still loom
The rescue could impact how Trump views a ground operation to take Kharg Island or to seize enriched uranium sites.
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Netanyahu says he spoke with Trump, congratulated him on rescuing downed pilot
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday he spoke with President Trump about the mission to rescue a U.S. service member whose aircraft was downed by Iranian forces. “I spoke earlier w…
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When Suzuki met Suzuki: why a Tokyo dating agency is matching couples with the same name
Japan’s ban on married couples having different surnames has prompted an event to highlight people’s reluctance to change their name At the very least, the three men and three women calming their n…
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Deported immigrants will be sent to the Congo under new US deal for third-country removals
Congo will receive some deportees as part of a new deal under the Trump administration’s third-country program
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Trump issues expletive-laden threat to Iran over Hormuz Strait blockage
The US president says he will destroy Iranian power plants and bridges if the vital waterway is not reopened.
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Please your palate with Tokyo’s international grocery stores
The capital has a surfeit of specialty supermarkets with ingredients from all over the world — if you know where to look.
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Opposition Democratic Party for the People eyes change in strategy
The Democratic Party for the People's influence has diminished due to the Liberal Democratic Party's landslide victory in the February Lower House election.
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Ukraine's Zelensky meets Syria’s new leader in Damascus, pushes military deals
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks in Damascus on Sunday with Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, as Kyiv pushes to deepen security ties across the Middle East amid its ongoing war w…
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40 percent of people helped by Los Angeles mayor’s $300M homeless project have returned to the streets, report finds
Local programs to combat homelessness also face Trump administration’s attempts to cut off funding
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'I adore her now': Mother learns to cope with child's autism in a country with little help
Malawian Martha Ongwane, brought low by her daughter's autism, found a rare support group.
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UCLA's unconventional strategy to win a national title — all seniors, all the time
To win its first NCAA basketball title, UCLA leaned on its oldest players to an extreme degree. It paid off with a stunning championship using a difficult-to-replicate blueprint
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'The final indignity' - Families battle to claw back care home cash
Relatives say it has taken months, and in some cases years, to get back money owed by a care home operator.
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MacIntyre misses out as Spaun wins Texas Open
Scotland's Robert MacIntyre misses out on a chance to win a third PGA Tour title as he is overtaken by American JJ Spaun at the weather-interrupted Texas Open.
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Disability benefits change means my son could lose £200 a month - it's terrifying
Charities say families are facing financial worries as changes to disability benefits come into effect.
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The 40 minutes when the Artemis crew loses contact with the Earth
As the astronauts pass behind the Moon they will experience a moment of silence and solitude as communication with the Earth is blocked.
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