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By Vishu AdhanaCopenhagen [Denmark], January 9 (ANI): Asserting that there are 'important' principles at stake, Danish MP Rasmus Jarlov on Friday expressed hope that India will 'back' Denmark as US President Donald Trump ramps up the threat to take over Greenland.In an exclusive interview with ANI, Jarlov, who is chairman of Denmark's Defence Committee, […]

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): India on Friday urged all parties to 'exercise restraint' and resolve disputes through peaceful means following China's recent military exercises around Taiwan.During a weekly press briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India is closely monitoring developments across the […]

Visits to accident and emergency (A&E) departments at Hong Kong’s public hospitals have dropped by nearly 12 per cent since a new pricing regime took effect, while the number of people benefiting from fee waivers has tripled. The Hospital Authority said on Friday that in the first week after the new fees regime was implemented on New Year’s Day it […]

(Photo credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images)No. 11 seed Karolina Muchova halted No. 3 seed Elena Rybakina's 13-match win streak and reached the Brisbane International semifinals with a 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 win Friday in Australia.Muchova took advantage of seven double faults by Kazakhstan's Rybakina and earned the match's decisive service break in the penultimate […]

HARBIN, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- As China vigorously develops the ice and snow economy to boost consumption, homegrown gear makers are aiming for rapid growth in the winter sports market, seeking to catch up with foreign brands that have long dominated the sector.The momentum was on full display at the 2026 Harbin International Ice and Snow Economy Expo, a […]

(Photo credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images)Poland will face the United States in the United Cup semifinals following a 2-1 win over host Australia on Friday in Sydney.The quarterfinal was decided in mixed doubles after Poland's Iga Swiatek routed Maya Joint 6-1, 6-1 in 57 minutes and Australia's Alex de Minaur outlasted Hubert Hurkacz 6-4, 4-6, 6-4.Poland's […]

(260109) -- ACCRA, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A staff member introduces traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) products at the Third China-Ghana Traditional Medicine Forum in Accra, Ghana, Jan. 8, 2026. TO GO WITH "Roundup: Chinese, Ghanaian experts promote traditional medicine in women's healthcare" (Photo by Seth/Xinhua)

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): The Indian government on Friday firmly rejected China's infrastructure buildup through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in the Shaksgam Valley, terming it 'illegal and invalid', while noting that the region is an 'integral and inalienable part' of India.During a weekly press briefing, Ministry of External […]

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): In a case of collusive corruption, the CBI has apprehended two accused persons, including one public servant-a Joint Director of Central Power Research Institute. Bengaluru, while transacting a bribe amount of Rs. 9.5 Lakh, the CBI said in a press release.The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered the instant […]

Diu (Daman and Diu) [India], January 9 (ANI): The mention of Open Water or Sea Swimming normally puts focus on endurance swimming that has been made popular by the likes of Mihir Sen and Bula Chowdhary, who conquered the English Channel decades ago. Since then, swimming enthusiasts have been braving the waves from Dharamtar to Gateway in India, hoping to […]

Hourly services at Hong Kong’s first automated public car park have partially resumed following a suspension of operations for an urgent system update just two days after its debut. In a reply to the Post, the Architectural Services Department said on Friday that hourly parking services for larger vehicles had resumed at noon, while those for private cars […]

HANGZHOU, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- An ice and snow carnival kicked off at the Hangzhou grand canal steelworks park on Friday, attracting visitors across the city.Since 2020, Hangzhou has been undertaking the preservation and transformation of industrial relics from Hangzhou iron and steel group's factory, aiming to create an urban complex park that integrates […]

Extreme weather brought about by the El Nino phenomenon could cost Hong Kong as much as US$300 billion over the 21st century, according to a joint study by local and Singapore universities. The study also painted a bleak picture for public health, finding that Hongkongers born during the two strong El Nino events in 1982-83 and 1997-98 could have their life […]

(260109) -- TIANJIN, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Sung Ha Rim (R), an entrepreneur from the Republic of Korea (ROK), helps a customer to select clothes at her store in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, Dec. 23, 2025. TO GO WITH "Feature: ROK entrepreneur weaving success in China's fashion market " (Xinhua)

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced its December 2025 revenue report on Friday, showing a significant year-on-year increase despite a slight monthly decline. The company reported consolidated revenue of approximately NT$335.00 billion (approx. USD 10.59 billion) for the month of December 2025. This […]

Beijing [China] January 9 (ANI): China has sharply escalated its cyberoffensive against Taiwan, directing an average of 2.63 million attacks every day throughout 2025, according to a new intelligence assessment from Taiwan's National Security Bureau (NSB). The report warns that China is intensifying efforts to infiltrate and disrupt essential civilian and […]

(260109) -- LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A robot from Chinese company AgiBot is displayed during the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, the United States, Jan. 6, 2026. (Photo by Zeng Hui/Xinhua)

(260109) -- HANGZHOU, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People enjoy themselves at an ice and snow carnival in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, Jan. 9, 2026. An ice and snow carnival kicked off at the Hangzhou grand canal steelworks park on Friday, attracting visitors across the city. Since 2020, Hangzhou has been undertaking the preservation and […]

A group of Hong Kong students has created an award-winning initiative that uses artificial intelligence to help elderly couples fulfil their travel dreams, with the city leader’s wife highlighting the technology’s role in volunteer services. Janet Lee Lam Lai-sim, the spouse of Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, lauded the achievement at the Hong Kong […]

BEIJING, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- Aiming at planning key tasks for the opening year of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) and setting new development priorities, various local authorities across China have held their "first meetings of the new year" one after another."These 'first meetings' across regions showcase a fresh momentum of high-quality development, as […]

(260109) -- KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Guo Xinwa (L)/Chen Fanghui of China compete during the mixed doubles quarterfinal match against Feng Yanzhe/Huang Dongping of China at the Malaysia Open 2026 badminton tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Jan. 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Cheng Yiheng)

Taipei [Taiwan], January 9 (ANI): A former Taiwanese Marine Corps service member has been indicted for allegedly accepting payments from a Chinese handler and leaking classified defence information, a case that prosecutors say highlights China's growing infiltration efforts, as reported by Focus Taiwan.According to Focus Taiwan, the Ciaotou District […]

NANNING, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- A ceremony was held on Tuesday at Qinzhou Port, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, marking the arrival of Indonesia's first container of frozen durian exported to China via maritime transport, an important step in expanding bilateral agricultural trade.The container, carrying 23 tonnes of frozen durian pulp and puree […]

KUNMING, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- Have you ever heard of "police officers" who don't talk? They don't speak, but their track records speak for themselves. Before the annual Chinese People's Police Day, which will be observed this Saturday, let's learn about the four-legged heroes, Kunming dogs. The Kunming dog breed traces its origins to the 1950s. It is China's […]

Hong Kong police have arrested eight people for allegedly attempting to defraud HK$8.24 million (US$1.06 million) from a subsidy scheme meant to help companies boost employees’ technology skills, with a family suspected of running the swindle. Chen Chi-cheong, assistant district commander (crime) of Sham Shui Po police district, said on Friday that […]

Hong Kong’s Department of Justice has set up a 13-member expert committee to advise on strategies for promoting the city’s legal and professional services sector to mainland Chinese businesses seeking to expand overseas. The department said on Friday that the new Expert Committee on Professional Services for Going Global, chaired by Deputy Secretary for […]

Hong Kong experienced its driest January day on record earlier this week, bucking its reputation for high temperatures and humidity. Relative humidity in the city plunged to 17 per cent on Thursday, the lowest for the month since records started in 1984. To help Hongkongers adjust, the Post speaks to experts about how to manage the cold and dry weather. 1. […]

Any tolerance toward the provocative words and deeds of Japanese right-wing forces will only lead to the resurrection of the specter of militarism, once again putting the people of Asia in danger.by Zhang Yuebin and Xu ShijiaThroughout its existence, Japanese militarism has always been an ideology that sabotages peace and order, undermines civilizational […]

* Physical AI is a transformation that is reshaping industries and demanding unprecedented global collaboration.* More than 1,000 Chinese technology firms participated in the event, many showcasing foundational models and platforms designed to accelerate the development of physical AI systems such as robots, self-driving cars or e-bikes.* During the event, […]

The chairman of the Hong Kong Special Schools Council chairman has urged the public to strengthen their support for disabled students in the city at a charity golf event organised to raise awareness of the group. The tournament, held on Friday at Fanling Golf Club and organised by the council, drew 21 teams comprising 84 people, including one made up of […]

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday slammed the Centre over reports suggesting that the Indian government plans to scrap five-year-old restrictions on Chinese firms bidding for government contracts, alleging inconsistency in the Modi government's foreign policy.Kharge said that foreign policy 'swings like a […]

Fortnum & Mason, the upmarket department store chain that counts the British royal family among its regular customers, has announced that its flagship shop in Hong Kong will close by the end of the month. The British luxury goods brand, known for its speciality teas and food hampers, announced on Friday that the store, which opened in 2019, would also […]

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): Former diplomat Surendra Kumar has said that Bangladesh's attitude towards India was 'very disappointing', given that the neighbouring country wouldn't even exist without India. 'It is a very disappointing and sad development. Bangladesh, for which India did so much. There was no Bangladesh without India. Even the son of […]

(260109) -- KUNMING, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This combo photo taken by Xinhua journalists Jiang Wenyao and Gao Yongwei shows Kunming dogs at the Ministry of Public Security's Kunming police dog base in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Jan. 5, 2026. The Kunming dog is a unique breed developed by the Ministry of Public Security's Kunming police […]

(260109) -- NANNING, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A container carrying 23 tonnes of frozen durian pulp and puree from Indonesia arrives at the Qinzhou comprehensive bonded zone in Qinzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Jan. 6, 2026. A ceremony was held on Tuesday at Qinzhou Port, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, marking the […]

Alongside death and taxes, there are few things more universally certain than corruption in public procurement. That is a reality worth keeping front of mind in Hong Kong as we home in on those we want to blame for the tragic Wang Fuk Court fire that in November killed at least 161 people and left thousands homeless. The maintenance contracts may not have […]

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): Surendra Kumar, a former diplomat, has said that US President Donald Trump's bipartisan Russia Sanctions Bill was not too surprising.Speaking to ANI, he said that Trump is 'on a high' from his operation in Venezuela. 'Well, it's not too surprising. He has been saying in a roundabout way that if you don't comply, I will do […]

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday conveyed birthday wishes to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, acknowledging his decades of public service and his role in shaping India's foreign policy and international engagement.In a post on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, 'Best wishes to Dr. S. […]

(260109) -- HARBIN, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Tourists pose for photos while visiting the 38th Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art Expo in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Jan. 6, 2026. The ongoing snow sculpture art expo, with an exhibition area of 1.5 million square meters, is attracting visitors to its stunning ice and snow […]

China-Africa relations provide inspiration for other Global South countries, showing that cooperation can be built on the basis of mutual respect and shared benefits -- a framework that could gradually foster a more balanced and inclusive international order, said Juvenal Quicassa, an international relations expert from Angola.ADDIS ABABA, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) […]

Hong Kong’s Law Reform Commission has called for acts endangering national security to be treated as aggravating factors under sweeping proposed legislation that aims to clamp down on cybercrime. Senior counsel Derek Chan Ching-lung, chairman of the commission’s cybercrime subcommittee, said on Friday that while the Beijing-imposed national security law […]

A Hong Kong professional rugby player has been accused of molesting a patron at a bar and damaging a door bolt inside a police station while he was held in custody. Faizal Solomona Penesa, 33, on Friday appeared at Eastern Court for the first time over a count of indecent assault and another of criminal damage. Prosecutors accused the Samoan national of […]

A domestic helper has been sentenced to five months in jail for abusing an 11‑month‑old baby in her employer’s home in Hong Kong. Eastern Court on Friday heard the guilty plea of the 41-year-old helper, who admitted to ill-treating the baby at a flat in Happy Valley on November 11 last year. The defendant’s full name was concealed, and she was […]

(260109) -- BEIJING, Jan. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, meets with Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)

New Delhi [India], January 9 (ANI): Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday slammed the Centre over reports suggesting that the Indian government plans to scrap five-year-old restrictions on Chinese firms bidding for government contracts.Ramesh, General Secretary incharge of communication in Congress, said that the government's deliberations are […]