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Last week’s deadly fire has cast a heavy shadow over Hong Kong, reminding us of the fragility of life and the need for solidarity in hard times. The central government has responded swiftly with its full attention and support. Aid and sympathy have poured in from across China, underscoring that Hong Kong’s pain is shared. The cause of the fire must be […]

SHANGHAI, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- Airbus is set to use the Spacesail Constellation's satellite internet service, according to its developer Shanghai Spacesail Technologies Co., Ltd. on Thursday. At a satellite internet industry ecology conference in east China's Shanghai on Thursday, Airbus signed a market cooperation agreement on the satellite internet service […]

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] As the American School of Hong Kong (ASHK) celebrates its first decade, it reflects on its success in achieving: creating a warm and happy learning environment where students from ages 5 to 18 can thrive. Since its opening in 2016, the school has distinguished itself by striking a […]

Hundreds of property owners in Hong Kong are grappling with uncertainties after 29 private buildings and estates were ordered to suspend renovation work carried out by a contractor linked to the deadly blaze at Wang Fuk Court and two other firms. Residents at three of the estates told the Post they had already spent millions of Hong Kong dollars on the […]

HSBC is set to occupy more than 40,000 sq ft of space in Capitol Centre in Causeway Bay, as Hong Kong’s largest bank joins a growing list of finance and banking firms snapping up commercial space in the city. The London-headquartered lender signed a five-year lease, which starts May 18, 2026, for five levels – ground plus four floors of the building, […]

VIENNA, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- The first International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Nuclear Energy commenced here on Wednesday, focusing on how nuclear energy can help meet the surging electricity demand of AI data centers, and how AI can support nuclear technology development. "Two forces are reshaping humanity's horizon at an unprecedented […]

MACAO, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- The "Spiritual Narrative -- 2025 Annual Arts Exhibition between China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries" opened on Thursday at the Taipa Houses in the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR), featuring artistic exchanges. Organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR government, the exhibition draws inspiration […]

Show-stealing humanoid robots throw punches and pull off slick dance moves at the 2025 Understanding China Conference in Guangzhou, China. #robots #HumanoidRobots #humanoid #robotics #China

(251204) -- CHENGDU, Dec. 4, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Wang Chuqin/Sun Yingsha (R) of China compete in the mixed doubles match against Alexis Lebrun/Yuan Jia Nan of France during the stage 2 group match between China and France at the ITTF Mixed Team World Cup 2025 in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Dec. 4, 2025. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

(251204) -- CANGZHOU, Dec. 4, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Staff members operate at a workshop of a makeup brush manufacturing enterprise in Qingxian County, Cangzhou, north China's Hebei Province, Dec. 4, 2025. The makeup brush industry in Qingxian County, which burgeoned in the 1990s with a bunch of contract manufacturers, has evolved into a cluster of independent […]

JAKARTA, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- China's top political advisor Wang Huning expressed China's willingness to strengthen alignment of development strategies with Indonesia during his official visit to the country from Wednesday to Thursday at the invitation of Ahmad Muzani, chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) of Indonesia. Wang, chairman of the […]

(Photo credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)Dubai wants to get in on the college basketball tournament fun.In the wake of the Players Era men's tournament expanding to 18 teams and beyond, Dubai plans to stage a new early-season tourney called the Royal Palm Invitational in November 2026, CBS Sports reported Thursday.The report said multiple power-conference […]

BEIJING, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Akqi County in Kizilsu Kirgiz Autonomous Prefecture in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, at 3:44 p.m. Thursday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The epicenter was monitored at 41.13 degrees north latitude and 78.40 degrees east longitude. […]

HAIKOU, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- Hu Jing set the early pace at the Wanning Women's Golf Open on Thursday as the veteran from Hong Kong, China, battled through wet conditions to shoot a five-under 67 for a three-shot lead in the opening round of the penultimate tournament of the CLPG Tour season. Beijing native Shi Yuli carded a birdie on her final hole at Oak […]

SINGAPORE, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- China mounted its largest presence to date at the 26th Asia TV Forum and Market (ATF) as the event held its opening ceremony on Wednesday, drawing strong interest from buyers and producers worldwide.The China Pavilion has expanded to 270 square meters this year, with 24 participating companies, both record highs. Exhibitors […]

JINAN, Dec. 4 (Xinhua) -- The Qingdao Eagles staged comeback to crush the Beijing Ducks 107-76 in the 2025-26 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) League Club Cup on Thursday. In the first quarter, Beijing started strong with a 14-6 run, quickly establishing an early lead. However, in the final three minutes, Qingdao launched a fierce offensive and rallied […]

XINING, Dec. 3 (Xinhua) -- The harsh winter winds of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau used to worry herder Sonam Tsering in a very specific way. They would blow plastic bags away from the nearby rubbish dumps, sending them swirling through the air before settling across pastures."It was heartbreaking to see my pasture littered with plastic bags," said Sonam […]

(251203) -- BEIJING, Dec. 3, 2025 (Xinhua) -- French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in Beijing, capital of China, Dec. 3, 2025. At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Macron arrived here on Wednesday for a state visit to China through Friday. (Xinhua/Cai Yang)

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 3 (Xinhua) -- An F-16C fighter jet with the U.S. Air Force crashed Wednesday morning and the pilot managed to eject from the plane safely. At about 10:45 am local time, a "Thunderbird pilot ejected safely from an F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft during a training mission over controlled airspace," the U.S. Air Force said in a statement. U.S. […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday didn't mince words in expressing disinterest in incorporating his country into the Group of Seven (G7), a political and economic forum consisting of countries that remain economically advanced, citing one of the reasons being an unusual relationship with European countries.In […]

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 4 (ANI): Filmmaker Karan Johar has bagged the Best Host award for the Indian reality show 'The Traitors' at the Asian Academy Creative Awards 2025 on Thursday, reported Variety. Karan Johar took to his Instagram handle to express his gratitude for the win and shared his regret for not being able to attend the festival […]

Itll strengthen their complementary balancing acts for averting disproportionate dependence on the American and Chinese superpowers amidst the global systemic transition to complex multipolarity.Putin is on hisfirst state visitto India in four years after having last visited what Russia considers to be its special and privileged strategic partner in […]

A Hong Kong police senior inspector is fighting for his life after falling ill following a diving test to join the elite “Flying Tigers” squad in waters off Lamma Island. The 31‑year‑old officer was taking part in the advanced selection test for the Special Duties Unit, known as the Flying Tigers, which involved diving, swimming and underwater tasks […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): Indian-origin Russian MLA Abhay Kumar Singh said that Russian President Vladimir Putin doesn't visit countries usually, but this visit highlights the importance India holds to Russia.Singh talked about how India and Russia never had any border disputes, and this cordiality must be kept up.He said, '7-8 months ago I had […]

Los Angeles [US], December 4 (ANI): In celebration of their 20th anniversary, the Jonas Brothers - Nick, Joe, and Kevin added their hand and footprints at the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. During the special ceremony on Wednesday, the brothers received the special honours as they pressed their hands and feet into the cement amid the presence of […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): As Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India for his first visit since 2021, former diplomat KP Fabian said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to clearly communicate India's position on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict while continuing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties.Speaking to ANI, Fabian said, […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): The Russian Foreign Ministry shared images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally welcoming President Vladimir Putin at Delhi Airport, highlighting the warm reception. This gesture underscores the strong diplomatic ties between India and Russia.PM Modi's decision to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin at the […]

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 4 (ANI): Evening prayers were held on Thursday during the Ganga Aarti in Varanasi to welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin, with 'Welcome Putin' spelt out in diyas. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India on Thursday for a 2-day state visit.He will hold the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit with Prime […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): India's electronics and semiconductor ambitions have entered a crucial second phase, moving beyond assembly to high-value manufacturing and materials research, Vinod Sharma, Chairman of CII's National Committee on Electronics Manufacturing and Managing Director of Deki Electronics told ANI today. Sharma said India's […]

By Ajit DubeyNew Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): During the ongoing visit of the Russian Preisident Vladimir Putin to India, the two sides are expected to discuss major projects like the second overhauling of the Su-30 fighter jets, equipping Indian fleet with the R-37 air to air missiles that can hit targets at up more than 200 Kms along with the […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): Indian industry leaders have highlighted the need to collaborate to take advantage of the country's initiatives in semiconductors and Intellectual Property (IP). In a panel discussion of an event called 'From Chips to Circuits: Powering India's Electronics Revolution' in the national capital, industry leaders' discussion […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin travelled in the same car as they departed from the Palam Technical Airport in Delhi.Putin is on a two-day State visit to India. He will hold the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit with PM Narendra Modi in Delhi on December 5.In a rare diplomatic gesture that […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): In a rare diplomatic gesture that underscores the strong ties between India and Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi Airport on Thursday, breaking with standard protocol.This gesture highlights the strategic partnership and close relationship between the two leaders. […]

Firefighters have described the gruelling conditions they faced in their search for survivors of Hong Kong’s worst fire in more than seven decades, with rescuers climbing dozens of flights of stairs as they conserved oxygen to look for anyone alive on the higher floors. For some firefighters, the operation has left them with feelings of guilt and […]

Taipei [Taiwan] December 4 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs has sounded an alarm over the rising risks of Chinese surveillance through several popular apps, officially identifying Douyin, Xiaohongshu (known internationally as RedNote), Sina Weibo, Weixin, and Baidu Cloud as potential threats to Taiwan's information security.The ministry urged […]

The consultant behind the renovation of Wang Fuk Court, the housing estate reduced to ruins in Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in seven decades, is to close down as experts warn the case highlights limited protection for flat owners under the city’s corporate liability laws. The Hong Kong Association of Property Management Companies told the Post on […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, on Thursday, met with Mikhail Murashko, the Health Minister of the Russian Federation, to discuss enhancing bilateral collaboration and partnership in the health sector.In a post shared on X, JP Nadda said, 'Met Mr. Mikhail Murashko, Hon'ble Health […]

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that Russia remains India's strategic partner in technology and Defence despite the recent geopolitical developments.Speaking at the 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) ministerial meeting at […]

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], December 4 (ANI): In a significant political development ahead of the 2026 Chitue (Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile) elections, three candidates, two representing the U-Tsang constituency and one from Dotoe, formally declared their candidacy at the Tibetan Settlement Welfare Hall in Dharamshala on Wednesday. All three […]

Hong Kong education authorities have urged schools to seek a consensus with pupils and parents on whether to cancel Christmas celebrations following the Tai Po inferno, with some students expressing disappointment on social media about parties being called off. The Education Bureau’s clarification on Thursday followed a letter it sent last week asking […]

It'll strengthen their complementary balancing acts for averting disproportionate dependence on the American and Chinese superpowers amidst the global systemic transition to complex multipolarity.Putin is on his first state visit to India in fo

New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): The slide in Indian Rupee driven by a complex mix of external shocks, foreign investor outflows and limited RBI intervention should not be mistaken for an inherently weak currency, said SBI Research Ecowrap report on Thursday.The Indian rupee on Wednesday slipped past the psychologically significant 90-per-dollar level, […]

Xinjiang [China], December 4 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 rattled through Xinjiang, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said.The earthquake struck at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.In a post on X, the NCS said, 'EQ of M: 6.2, On: 04/12/2025 13:14:07 IST, Lat: 41.10 N, Long: 78.61 E, Depth: 10 Km, […]

Construction firms began removing scaffold netting from buildings across Hong Kong on Thursday to meet a three-day government-imposed deadline following the city’s deadliest blaze in decades. Authorities also doubled a living allowance for households at fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po and promised to help its residents with long-term housing […]

Some residents of the only housing block to emerge unscathed from Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades have expressed hope that they can continue living in their flats, citing their deep emotional attachment to the neighbourhood. Residents of Wang Chi House at blaze-hit Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po arrived on Thursday for the second and final day of […]