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A housewife in Hong Kong has lost nearly HK$2.5 million (US$320,500) in an online shopping scam after she tried to buy collagen drinks for HK$530, according to police. The victim saw a Facebook post advertising collagen drinks and transferred HK$530 via Faster Payment System, police said on their CyberDefender Facebook page. The seller later claimed the […]

Staff at the property management company at Hong Kong’s inferno-ravaged Wang Fuk Court housing estate acted with disregard for legal requirements, taking such actions as deactivating the fire safety system despite knowing they needed a registered contractor to do so, an evidential hearing has been told. Victor Dawes, lead counsel for an independent […]

Four of 15 Hong Kong public primary schools at risk of closure due to insufficient enrolment plan to shut down, while nine are seeking to merge with other institutions, the Education Bureau has said. One intended to run Primary One classes privately from the coming school year, it said. The bureau said four schools would gradually wind down operations or at […]

SHENZHEN, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Five medical research projects aimed at establishing the world's first space hospital, proposed by a university in south China's innovation hub Shenzhen, were transported to space aboard a test spacecraft on Monday. These projects will complete in-orbit experiments and tests over the next three years.China launched a Lijian-2 […]

Ulaanbaatar [Mongolia], April 1 (ANI): India's Vishvanath Suresh and Sachin registered impressive wins on Day 3 of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 here in Ulaanbaatar on Wednesday.In the men's 50kg category, Vishvanath Suresh produced a dominant display to claim a 5-0 unanimous decision win over Bekzat Ergeshov (Kyrgyzstan), showcasing sharp technique […]

HANGZHOU, April 1 (Xinhua) -- By day, Pan Chengkai sells homeware online; by night, he trains hard for his basketball dreams.Pan, 25, spent last season as one of ZheBA's standout players, earning MVP honours in seven games for a provincial basketball league in east China's Zhejiang Province.Now back in the gym, Pan is preparing for the new season, lacing up […]

New Delhi [India], April 1 (ANI): China's Ambassador to India Xu Feihong on Wednesday underscored the importance of stable and cooperative relations between Beijing and New Delhi as the two countries marked the 76th anniversary of diplomatic ties. In a post on X, Xu said, 'China and India are neighbours that cannot be moved apart,' emphasising that it is in […]

A US church that co-founded a prestigious Hong Kong international school has said it will take the lead in searching for a new head as the operator had failed to nominate candidates since 2022, accusing it of creating the “risk of leadership interruption” in the latest salvo in a war of words. The move by the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) was […]

BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday said the mainland will make proper preparations for the upcoming visit of the chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, Cheng Li-wun, in April.Zhang Han, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, made the remarks at a press conference.This will mark the […]

(260401) -- JINAN, April 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A staff member tends to vegetables for the upcoming 27th China (Shouguang) International Vegetable Science and Technology Expo in Shouguang, east China's Shandong Province, April 1, 2026. The 27th China (Shouguang) International Vegetable Science and Technology Expo has entered its final stage of preparation. […]

BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) -- China expresses serious concerns over Japan's deployment of long-range missiles in Kumamoto and Shizuoka prefectures, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.According to reports, long-range missiles with counterstrike capabilities have been brought into service for the first time at two Ground […]

YINCHUAN, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Under the spring sun in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, northwest China, a once-barren stretch of saline-alkali land now shimmers with rows of greenhouses -- over 250 structures stretching like azure waves across the landscape.Inside one of them, Tian Tao, 43, checked a pond of water slowly turning green. "In a few days, it'll […]

BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) -- China firmly opposes the United States' manipulation of the so-called "general licenses" to restrict China-Venezuela cooperation, and China's lawful rights and interests in Venezuela must be safeguarded, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a regular news briefing when […]

The head of Hong Kong’s government investment agency has been appointed as a director of a global organisation that brings together leading firms and investors, marking the first time a Chinese sovereign wealth fund has held a seat on the board. FCLTGlobal announced on Wednesday that Clara Chan Ka-chai, CEO of the Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC), […]

Hong Kong’s security minister has revealed that authorities are reviewing fire safety laws to expand enforcement powers and toughen penalties as part of a broader crackdown on illegal fuel sales in the city amid surging global oil prices. Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung said on Wednesday the government’s review included possible penalty […]

Pathum Thani [Thailand], April 1 (ANI): The Indian U20 women's national team are set to kick off their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026 campaign against Japan on Thursday, April 2, as the Young Tigresses end their 20-year wait to play in the tournament.The match will kick off at 18:30 IST at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani, and will be streamed […]

BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Though it was winter vacation, 17-year-old Yangyang started his day early, walked to the supermarket on his own and returned home to whip up a bowl of seafood noodles for his younger sister.To outsiders, he seemed like a caring and responsible older brother with a passion for cooking, yet only his parents truly understood the […]

A Shenzhen-based tech firm taking part in Hong Kong trade fairs is leveraging the city as a springboard for global expansion, with plans to list locally this year while using its computing power to help enter the North American market. Robert Chan Kwok-cheung, global strategy officer at EngineAI, said on Wednesday the company’s presence in the city was a […]

TAIYUAN, April 1 (Xinhua) -- In Yuncheng City, north China's Shanxi Province, newly launched travel routes along blooming flower fields are gaining steam among tourists, energizing its historical attractions as spring fragrances fill the air."My family and I followed the route to visit the cherry blossom garden and the Guanque Tower in Yongji County, as it […]

NANCHANG, April 1 (Xinhua) -- A modern domestic waste incineration power plant in Yongfeng County in east China's Jiangxi Province is running smoothly, turning household trash into electricity. In the central control room, an operator maneuvers a lever to feed seven tonnes of waste into the high-temperature furnace in a single operation.The plant, designed […]

A permanent exhibition showcasing Hong Kong’s history reopened on Wednesday after a major revamp that emphasised the city’s roots in Chinese culture, with visitors expressing mixed reactions to the changes. The “Hong Kong Story” exhibition – which opened in 2001 and closed for renovation in late 2020 – has been reduced from two storeys to a […]

(260401) -- YANGXIAN, April 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A couple of crested ibises are seen on a branch in Caoba Village, Yangxian County of northwest China's Shaanxi Province, March 30, 2026. Crested ibises have recently entered their breeding season in Yangxian County of northwest China's Shaanxi Province. The crested ibis, with its iconic red crest and long […]

For the international community, the choice is clear: either we let division and distrust deepen, condemning future generations to a more unstable and impoverished world, or we unite to build a more just, inclusive, and sustainable global order. by Liu TingAs the world stands at a crossroads of interconnected challenges, the words of UN Secretary-General […]

New Delhi [India], April 1 (ANI): BJP leader and MP Nishikant Dubey on Wednesday clarified his remarks regarding the Nehru-Gandhi family, saying his comments were misinterpreted and apologising if anyone's sentiments were hurt.The controversy stems from Dubey's remarks on March 27, when he claimed that during the 1962 war with China, Jawaharlal Nehru fought […]

Hong Kong’s retail sales jumped by nearly 12 per cent in the first two months of 2026 against a year ago, with authorities pointing to growth in the local economy and a surge in tourists. Provisional figures released by the Census and Statistics Department on Wednesday showed retail sales reached HK$35 billion (US$4.47 billion) in February, driven by the […]

(260401) -- BEIJING, April 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on March 31, 2026 shows a view of a baking classroom at Kangnazhou Autism Family Support Center in Haidian District, Beijing, capital of China. TO GO WITH "China Focus: From learning to earning, China explores new support for autistic adults" (Xinhua)

Some children begin to learn Chinese as early as age seven or eight, and seminars he has organized on China have attracted large audiences, reflecting strong local interest and enthusiasm, an Azerbaijani expert has said.BAKU, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Azerbaijan is currently experiencing a boom in Chinese language learning, driven by its dynamic economic […]

Prime office supply in mainland Chinese cities and Hong Kong is estimated to peak this year, while demand remains hampered by an economic slowdown and global uncertainties, according to Cushman & Wakefield. At the end of 2025, premium office inventory in 21 major cities in Greater China – including Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Guangzhou, […]

Hong Kong International Airport has been voted the world’s best airport, along with accolades recognising its security standards and facilities. An Airport Authority spokesman said on Wednesday that the city’s airport had been named “Best Airport in the World” at the Global Travel Awards this year. Organiser International Media & News Group, […]

BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Cross-border travel via China's ports is expected to surge during the Qingming Festival holiday from April 4 to 6, with daily crossings projected to top 2.3 million, up 11.1 percent from a year earlier, according to immigration authorities.The National Immigration Administration (NIA) said on Wednesday that passenger traffic at […]

YINCHUAN, April 1 (Xinhua) -- For Anna Lucia Tempesta, an Italian museum curator, an exhibition is never merely a display of ancient objects, but rather serves as an open invitation to an intercultural dialogue.This philosophy is currently coming to life in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, northwest China, where an ongoing showcase of ancient Mediterranean […]

The parent company of Hong Kong online retailer HKTVmall has defended its life science project involving testing the viability of detached animal heads and limbs, responding to animal ethics concerns by saying no pets were experimented on. Hong Kong Technology Venture Company revealed the project on Monday in its annual results, and said it believed the […]

LONDON/BERLIN/MILAN: Luxury carmakers are bracing for a hit to one of their most profitable markets as the war in Iran disrupts demand in the Gulf, a region known for high-margin bespoke sales. A laser-engraved hood inspired by Arabian architecture and a matching wood-trimmed interior are among the luxuries Rolls-Royce featured in a one-off Phantom […]

Some Hong Kong taxi drivers have yet to install e-payment options even after the city’s mandatory electronic payment choices for taxis came into effect, highlighting a digital divide challenge facing cabbies, the South China Morning Post has observed. Under the Transport Department rule that came into effect on Wednesday, all drivers must offer passengers […]

HANGZHOU, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Almost every week, a 77-year-old tourist surnamed Lu and his family would take a short trip to the nearby Pan'an County, not only to stock up on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) but also to recharge through immersive wellness tours.Lu's routine reflects the growing popularity of TCM tourism in Pan'an, especially among the […]

NANCHANG, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Stepping into the production workshop of WG Tech, an optoelectronic company in Xinyu City, east China's Jiangxi Province, the first thing that caught the eye was slender glass substrates silently gliding along the conveyor belt.Technicians were intently monitoring the inspection screens, which displayed the thickness, flatness, […]

The war in Iran is giving Beijing a real-time window into how the United States wages modern war.The war has shown the reach of US military power while also raising questions about Washington's ability to manage multiple crises at once. For Beijing, that combination could influence how it assesses risk, timing, and opportunity in any future confrontation […]

New posts11:16Rubio Sees 'Finish Line' In Iran, Warns NATO Ties Will Be 'Reexamined'US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the "finish line" in the war with Iran is in sight, and once the conflict ends the United States will have to "re-examine" its relationship with NATO after a number of European countries declined to support the conflict with Iran.Rubio […]

New posts07:36Attacks On Energy Infrastructure Continue Across Gulf RegionKuwait's state news agency reported on April 1 that "Iranian-backed" drones had targeted fuel tanks at the country's airport. Kuwaiti officials said the airport had been repeatedly targeted in recent weeks and that Kuwaiti airspace had remained closed since February 28.According to a […]

New posts10:18Trump Calls 'Two To Three Weeks' While Iran Again Denies TalksUS President Donald Trump said he expects the war with Iran to wrap up "in two to three weeks."He made the remarks while signing an executive order atthe White House on March 31.He also said that "France and other countries" such as China will have to "fend for themselves" when it […]

New posts11:27Starmer Tells Britain Iran Conflict 'Not Our War'British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is addressing the nation on the conflict in the Middle East."This is not our war. We will not be drawn into the conflict," he said. "That is not in our national interest. And the most effective way we can support the cost of living in Britain is to push for […]

HONG KONG: Chinese automaker BYD said on March 27 that its annual sales rose to a record US$116 billion, outpacing Tesla's, but its profit fell for the first time since 2021 under pressure from cutthroat competition. BYD, the largest electric vehicle maker, has been expanding into global markets including Latin America and Europe, where auto analysts say […]

BEIJING, China: Six years after China suspended all air traffic to North Korea, China Air, the country's flag carrier, resumed direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang on March 30. This followed the restoration of passenger train services between the capitals. According to Chinese state media, the Chinese ambassador to North Korea, Wang Yajun, and other […]

This article was first published on April 2, 2016. by Eddie Lee Staff, fans bid farewell to broadcaster It was finally curtains for Asia Television last night (April 1, 2016) after a couple of near-shutdowns last month and one dramatic twist after another to the embattled station’s chequered final episode. Just before the stroke of midnight, the […]

Washington DC [US], April 1 (ANI): US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (local time) said that he will be going to attend the Supreme Court hearing on who is entitled to birthright citizenship.Trump, while answering to reporters' questions in the Oval Office said that birthright citizenship is being used to scam the Americans.'I'm going because I have […]