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Hong Kong authorities may expand background checks on authorised persons in construction projects to cover company directors, the development chief has said, as the government moves to plug policy loopholes exposed by the Tai Po inferno. Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn Hon-ho shared the possible policy direction on Wednesday, after experts noted […]

A Hong Kong court has found that 39 people were unlawfully killed in a 2012 crash between two ferries off Lamma Island, as it began wrapping up a long-overdue inquest into the causes and circumstances of the city’s deadliest maritime disaster in decades. The Coroner’s Court on Wednesday returned the same conclusion it reached in 2020, when it decided […]

Hong Kong police are investigating a child abuse report after a runner took part in a marathon while carrying his baby, the Post has learned. The investigation was launched after a viral video showing the baby strapped to the runner’s chest during the race sparked public concern. A source said on Wednesday that police received a report on Sunday accusing […]

JINAN, Jan. 21 (Xinhua) -- Amid the harsh winter of the Yellow River Delta, Xing Yan, a resident of the Yellow River estuary, enjoys the warmth at home, where orchids thrive. This comfort is not provided by a boiler, but by harnessing geothermal energy deep in the Earth.Xing lives in Niuzhuang Township in Dongying District of the city of Dongying, east […]

BEIJING, Jan. 21 (Xinhua) -- For Wu Xinyao, practicing the piano for two hours at the Zhejiang Provincial Cultural Center in east China every Saturday night, has become the highlight of her week."Piano rooms here are open for free, and I can play to my heart's content without any interruption. It's just so relaxing and enjoyable," the Gen Z music enthusiast […]

The head of Hong Kong’s Tianjin liaison office has posted online about having received alleged perks, including a private ferry cabin and a five-star hotel suite upgrade, prompting calls for an investigation into a potential conflict of interest. Authorities said on Wednesday that the hotel upgrade costs did not involve public funds, adding that an […]

HAIKOU, Jan. 21 (Xinhua) -- Business activity in China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) picked up in the first month of island-wide special customs operations, with surging company registrations, rising trade volumes and stronger duty-free sales, according to a press conference on Monday.A total of 21,000 new companies were registered during the period, […]

HARBIN, Jan. 21 (Xinhua) -- With a whistle piercing the falling snow, a train departed Harbin west station in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on a 48-hour journey to the sunny beaches of Hainan, a tropical island known for its warm climate.Fondly referred to as "the train of migratory birds," the Z114/111 has been traversing China's vast landscapes […]

(260121) -- JEDDAH, Jan. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- China reached the final of AFC U23 Asian Cup for the first time after defeating Vietnam 3-0 in the semifinals on Tuesday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. China defender Peng Xiao broke the deadlock in the 47th minute with a header before Xiang Yuwang doubled the score five minutes later. Wang Yudong sealed the victory […]

(260121) -- JEDDAH, Jan. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Bao Shengxin (C) of China controls the ball during the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup semifinal match between China and Vietnam in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 20, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Haizhou)

China firmly supports multilateralism, free trade: vice premierChinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on Tuesday called on the global community to firmly support multilateralism and free trade, and stay committed to win-win cooperation.He, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, made the remarks while […]

Hong Kong’s oldest university has been ranked seventh in the latest global league table for education, and has placed among the top 20 for medical and health. Renowned British publication Times Higher Education (THE) released its annual subject rankings on Wednesday. The lists cover 11 subject areas and assess them using 18 performance metrics, such as […]

(260120) -- DAVOS, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Brand Finance releases two reports during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, Jan. 20, 2026. Brand Finance, a London-based brand valuation consultancy, on Tuesday released two reports in Davos, Switzerland, highly praising the global value of Chinese brands and China's soft […]

The new head of the International Bar Association (IBA) has said that the organisation will speak out if unjustified and illegal sanctions are imposed on legal professionals in Hong Kong. The remarks from IBA president Claudio Visco came during his visit to attend the ceremonial opening of the legal year on Monday, following calls from some US politicians […]

Haigh believes China is showcasing a high-quality rise driven by brand building and soft power enhancement.DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- Chinese brands are in an "exciting" phase that coincides with the nation's rising influence in soft power, said a top business leader in an exclusive interview with Xinhua on Tuesday.David Haigh, Chairman and CEO […]

Anders Vistisen has urged the EU to issue a clear rejection of Washingtons Greenland ambitionsA Danish member of the European Parliament launched a profanity-laced attack on US President Donald Trump during a debate on Greenland on Tuesday, accusing the EU of failing to stand up to Washington's renewed claims over the self-governing Arctic island.Anders […]

(260120) -- DAVOS, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, delivers a speech at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, Jan. 20, 2026. (Xinhua/Peng Ziyang)

AL AIN, 20th January, 2026 (WAM) -- Al Ain Football Club has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with China's Shanghai Shenhua to strengthen cooperation in technical, sporting and commercial fields.The agreement covers the exchange of coaching expertise, youth development, scouting and talent identification, as well as cooperation in sports […]

Davos [Switzerland], January 20 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday called for greater global cooperation with emerging economies, including BRICS and G20 countries, to strengthen multilateralism amid global economic imbalances and unpredictability over the US's recent tariff threats.During his address at the 56th Annual Summit of the World […]

SUZHOU, China: At one of China's biggest bridal hubs, shop owners are watching demographic data as closely as fashion trends, hoping a recent rebound in marriages will translate into steadier business after years of declining demand. Vendors at Huqiu Bridal City in Suzhou said they are cautiously optimistic that an increase in marriages seen last year will […]

(260120) -- UNITED NATIONS, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Sun Lei (C), charge d'affaires of the Chinese Permanent Mission to the United Nations, speaks at the First Session of the Preparatory Committee for the United Nations Diplomatic Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes Against Humanity, at the UN headquarters in New York, […]

(Photo credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images)For the first time in her career, Madison Keys walked out onto a Grand Slam stage on Tuesday as the tournament's defending champion.For the No. 9 seed, the first hour and 12 minutes against Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova represented a major reality check. After a slow start, Keys cruised in the final 30 minutes and […]

Hong Kong’s car trade has reacted with frustration to a sudden tightening of annual vehicle inspection rules, with leaders warning that owners of failed vehicles could face thousands of dollars in extra costs and significant delays. The backlash on Tuesday follows what they described as a “rushed” roll-out by the Transport Department, with the […]

(Photo credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images)Two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner punctuated a big day for Italians at the Australian Open on Tuesday, advancing to the second round when France's Hugo Gaston retired trailing 6-2, 6-1.The No. 2 seed was firmly in control in Melbourne when Gaston was forced out with an abdominal injury. Sinner fired six […]

Hong Kong police have arrested two women on suspicion of child abuse, as a father took to social media to accuse a domestic helper of shaking his four-month-old son, causing a brain haemorrhage and bodily harm. The force on Tuesday night confirmed that it had arrested two women, aged 28 and 45, suspected of ill-treating a baby boy at a flat in Sheung Shui […]

Washington DC [US], January 20 (ANI): Senior US lawmakers have released a detailed investigation accusing China of being the world's largest perpetrator of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, warning that Beijing's practices pose a serious threat to global food security, marine ecosystems and US national security, according to a press release […]

BEIJING, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for solid efforts to secure a good start to the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks at the opening of a study session at the Party School […]

The worlds elite will get their hot takes on the Russian economy from experts who want to see it crash and burnAt the World Economic Forum's meeting in Davos on Wednesday, five panellists who profess to hate Russian President Vladimir Putin and haven't been inside Russia in years, will attempt to answer the question: "Can Russia sustain a wartime […]

TIANJIN, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- China's used car market achieved a record-breaking transaction volume of over 20 million units in 2025, which industry insiders say indicates the market is becoming more rational and pragmatic, with the consumption potential of younger demographics gradually being unleashed in the sector.Over 20.1 million used-car transactions […]

(260120) -- BEIJING, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Zheng Ming (1st L) of Beijing Great Wall shoots during the 18th round regular season match between Beijing Great Wall and Guangdong Vermilion Birds at the 2025-2026 Women's Chinese Basketball Association (WCBA) league in Beijing, China, Jan. 20, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Lili)

Some elderly residents facing eviction from a block of subdivided flats in Hong Kong have expressed concerns that they could lose their jobs if forced to relocate to enable their landlords to upgrade the homes to comply with new regulations. Residents of Sham Shui Po’s Yee Wa Building were previously told they would need to leave sometime between March […]

BEIJING, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for solid efforts to secure a good start to the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).Xi, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks when opening a study session at the Party […]

BEIJING, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- China on Tuesday unveiled a comprehensive policy package leveraging fiscal and financial synergy to boost consumption and energize private investment, further igniting the domestic demand engine.Experts and industry insiders view this coordinated launch as an important measure to carry out central authorities' decisions and an […]

(260120) -- LIUZHOU, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Villagers attend traditional Miao New Year celebrations at Dangjiu Village in Gandong Township of Rongshui Miao Autonomous County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Jan. 20, 2026, also the Great Cold (Dahan) solar term on the Chinese lunar calendar. Miao New Year is a major festival of people of […]

Hong Kong mother Amy Chan* often feels overwhelmed caring for her nine-year-old son, who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The 39-year-old said her son, diagnosed with the condition two years ago, seldom listened to her and lost his temper easily, putting tremendous pressure on her and taking a toll on her mental health. Chan, who works […]

(260120) -- HARBIN, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Train conductor Wang Xijun measures blood pressure for an elderly passenger aboard the train Z114/Z111, fondly referred to as "the train of migratory birds," Nov. 26, 2025. TO GO WITH "Across China: 'Train of migratory birds' brings winter sunshine to elderly Chinese travelers" (Xinhua/Zhang Yue)

(260120) -- COLOMBO, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Participants pose for a group photo during the 6th International Conference on Green Plant Protection Technology Innovation in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 19, 2026. Experts and scholars in the field of plant protection and agriculture gathered Monday in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to exchange views at a high-profile […]

(260120) -- LONDON, Jan. 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 20, 2026 shows the former Royal Mint Court site in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in London, Britain. The British government announced on Tuesday that it had approved plans for the construction of a new Chinese embassy in London. The new embassy is scheduled to be built on the […]

The US president has called Britain's deal to lease back the Chagos Islands to Mauritius an act of "total weakness" US President Donald Trump has criticized the UK's decision to hand over control of Diego Garcia in the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, calling it a "great stupidity" and a threat to US national sec

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 20 (ANI): Amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong warning against infiltrators, asserting that India cannot allow illegal entrants to snatch the rights of its poor and youth, AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday launched a sharp counterattack on the BJP-led Centre, questioning its failure to fence the […]

New Delhi [India], January 20 (ANI): Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal on Tuesday confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton after being out of action for nearly two years due to a chronic knee condition, according to the Olympics.com.'I had stopped playing two years back. I actually felt that I entered the sport on my own terms and left on my own […]

Hong Kong’s finance chief has promoted the city’s regulatory regime for digital assets as “responsible and sustainable” at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos. Delivering opening remarks at a closed-door workshop on Tuesday, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said finance and technology were “mutually reinforcing”, but a balanced approach […]

*The World Economic Forum (WEF)'s Global Risks Report 2026 points out that geopolitical and economic risks rise in a new age of competition.*"Dialogue is not a luxury in times of uncertainty; it is an urgent necessity," said WEF President and CEO Borge Brende.*Many experts believe that amid ongoing global turbulence, China's economy has demonstrated strong […]

BEIJING, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- China has decided to present the candidate of Xiamen City to host the Secretariat of the Agreement on Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, and has informed the United Nations Secretary-General of the relevant decision on Jan. 16, a foreign ministry spokesperson said here on Tuesday.The agreement, […]

KUNMING, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) -- A 5.1-magnitude earthquake jolted Qiaojia County in southwest China's Yunnan Province on Monday evening. As of 2 p.m. Tuesday, the quake had damaged 1,540 houses and prompted the evacuation of nearly 300 residents.No casualties or building collapses were reported. Disaster relief efforts are currently underway in an orderly […]