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A lawyer has warned internet users in Hong Kong against exposing personal information of others on social media or risk committing the criminal offence of doxxing, after an insurance firm suspended an employee who was revealed to be allegedly involved in a brawl at a Kwun Tong shopping centre. Insurance service provider AIA on Thursday reportedly suspended […]

The stated goal of leaders of the now-disbanded group behind Hong Kong’s annual Tiananmen vigil to end one-party rule was an “empty slogan”, and they never incited anyone to overthrow the Chinese government, their defence lawyer has told judges. The court heard on Friday that the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of […]

Kathmandu [Nepal], August 28 (ANI): A Cabinet meeting convened by Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah began at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar on Friday.The meeting has been called to take important decisions regarding the damage caused by the devastating flood in the Bhotekoshi area of Rasuwa on the 10th, as well […]

By Ajit Jha Trishuli [Nepal], August 28 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 hit Sichuan in China on Friday, prompting another flood alert in Nepal. The Trishuli area of Nepal is being evacuated again as a heavy flow of water from above has threatened to raise the river's water level, Nepal Police stated.The earthquake jolted Longchang City, southwest […]

Hong Kong’s outdoor workers could still lack adequate rest under the revamped heat stress warning system, a lawmaker and a construction industry representative have said, adding that work breaks triggered by higher alerts are not protected by law. The response followed the Labour Department’s announcement on Thursday that it had updated the Heat Stress […]

By Vishu AdhanaKathmandu [Nepal], August 28 (ANI): The death toll due to the devastating flash flood in Nepal's Rasuwa district rose to 469 on Friday, while 1,545 people were injured and rescued, Nepal Police said. According to Nepal Police, the Chitwan district recorded the highest death toll with 178 bodies recovered, followed by 110 in NP East, 44 in […]

BEIJING, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Friday chaired a Party leadership meeting to deliberate and make arrangements on rescue and relief efforts after a devastating mudslide hit Gyirong County in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.At the beginning of the meeting, Xi, […]

Hong Kong authorities have opened licence applications for ride-hailing platforms under a new regulatory scheme, saying operators must have a proven track record of providing legal services in cities with a population of more than 7.5 million, while handling over 100,000 daily orders in at least two cities. Announcing the licensing terms on Friday, the […]

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. The path to America is narrowing. Here’s what that means for legal immigrants US green […]

By Ayushi AgarwalNew Delhi [India], August 28 (ANI): India's participation in the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek is of 'fundamental importance' to both Kyrgyzstan and the grouping as a whole, according to Kyrgyzstan's Ambassador to India, Askar Beshimov, who underscored New Delhi's vital role in shaping a multipolar world […]

Washington, DC [US], August 28 (ANI): The catastrophic flash flood that struck the Tibet-Nepal border on August 26 serves as a stark warning from a rapidly destabilising cryosphere, demanding a complete shift in how cross-border environmental risks are handled, according to an extensive analysis published in The Diplomat.According to The Diplomat, the […]

The Hague [Netherlands], August 28 (ANI): The European T20 Premier League's (ETPL) second match delivered a contest shaped by power, pressure and a decisive middle-overs surge, as Belfast Wolves opened their campaign with a convincing 52-run victory over Dublin Guardians at Sportpark Westvliet.After a rain-affected start to the afternoon, Dublin Guardians […]

Patna (Bihar) [India], August 28 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said the flood situation in the state was gradually stabilising after authorities took stock of water levels and the impact of flooding in vulnerable areas following the flash floods in neighbouring Nepal.Choudhary said he personally reviewed the situation up to Valmiki Nagar and […]

BEIJING, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Fueled by major breakthroughs in genome sequencing over the past 25 years, Chinese scientists have achieved sustained innovation across the country's biomedical sector.China's achievements were highlighted early this week at an international symposium held in Beijing to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Human Genome […]

CHANGSHA, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) -- Huaihua is a humble inland city that once saw its development hindered by geographical isolation. Despite breeding world-known hybrid rice, the city, located in deep mountains in central China's Hunan Province, long found it challenging to bring its high-quality agricultural products and manufactured goods to the global […]

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Thirty years after Hong Kong established a statutory body to combat discrimination, equal opportunity has become increasingly embedded in laws, workplaces and community.  As the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) marks its 30th anniversary this year, its record offers much to […]

(260828) -- DOHA, Aug. 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Guo Shiqiang, head coach of China, gestures during the second round match between China and Qatar of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers in Doha, Qatar, Aug. 27, 2026. (Photo by Nikku/Xinhua)

A more international and upgraded lantern show is set to light up Hong Kong’s Victoria Park during the Mid-Autumn Festival next month, as part of the city’s efforts to entice locals and tourists alike. The International Lantern Spectacular, organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, will be held at the Causeway Bay park between September 17 and 27, […]

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] As populations age and social stressors increase worldwide, cognitive health has become a pressing public-health concern — especially for older adults. 75% of people living with dementia globally receive no formal diagnosis at all1; the minority who do are then faced with an […]

by Serik KorzhumbayevOver the past quarter of a century, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has transformed from a regional mechanism into one of the world's most significant platforms for dialogue and cooperation across Eurasia. Yet its importance should not be measured only by geography, population or economic weight. What matters even more is […]

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] The ASEAN Film Festival (AFF) officially opened on August 20 at an event attended by government officials, Consuls-General, cultural partners, and filmmakers from across the region. Running until September 27, this year’s festival serves as a vibrant crossroads where stories from […]

Deploying artificial intelligence on Hong Kong’s 1823 complaint platform will reduce public frustration and strengthen governance, but authorities must also guard against privacy leaks, lawmakers and an expert have said. They described the AI measures announced on Thursday as a step in the right direction, saying the technology could reduce residents’ […]

(260827) -- WELLINGTON, Aug. 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Visitors view Chinese paintings on display at the opening ceremony of an international art dialogue exhibition by China National Academy of Painting in Wellington, New Zealand, Aug. 27, 2026. An international art dialogue exhibition by China National Academy of Painting kicked off in the New Zealand capital […]

Hong Kong’s lived-in home prices fell 0.46 per cent in July, halting a 13-month upswing, according to the latest official data. The index tracking second-hand homes slipped to 321.5 in July from 323 in June, Rating and Valuation Department (RVD) data showed on Thursday. It was the first decline in 16 months, following a drop in April last year. Prices […]

Europe's hydrogen ambitions are entering a more demanding phase, as attention shifts from technological breakthroughs and policy targets to cost, market demand and supply-chain resilience.WARSAW, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- Europe's hydrogen ambitions are entering a more demanding phase, as attention shifts from technological breakthroughs and policy targets to […]

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 27 (ANI): Shiv Sena leader Sachin Ahir on Wednesday said a thorough investigation is underway into allegations of a paper leak in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Drug Inspector recruitment examination, adding that the administration is gathering details and will take appropriate action in the matter.In […]

Kathmandu [Nepal], August 27 (ANI): The death toll in the devastating flash floods in Nepal has risen to 359, while 910 people remain missing or out of contact, as authorities intensify search, rescue and relief operations amid a warning of another major flood threat from a newly formed lake upstream of the Lhende River.According to the latest 'Rasuwa […]

New Delhi [India], August 27 (ANI): India on Thursday dispatched a second consignment of 37.5 tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) material, medicines and food packets to flood-hit Nepal, taking the total emergency supplies sent by India to 47.5 tonnes, as rescue and relief operations continue in the aftermath of devastating floods […]

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 27 (ANI): The Tamil Nadu government on Thursday said that it was closely monitoring the rescue of pilgrims from the State stranded in Nepal due to the flash floods and is also ascertaining the whereabouts of the group of 49 people who had left for the Himalayan country from Chennai. A total of 21 Indian nationals from […]

Kathmandu [Nepal], August 27 (ANI): Nepal on Thursday has been warned of the risk of another major flood in the Bhotekoshi River after a lake formed upstream following an obstruction in the upper course of the river system in Lhende River, with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) urging people and all concerned agencies in […]

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 27 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday called on Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, who is undergoing treatment for an illness at Yashoda Hospital in Hitech City, Hyderabad, and inquired about his health.Reddy was accompanied by MP Vem Narendar Reddy during the visit. The Chief Minister conveyed his best […]

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 27 (ANI): Union Minister Sanjay Seth on Thursday expressed deep concern over Indian nationals missing amid flash floods in Nepal, saying the Indian Army has swiftly stepped in to assist those affected and protect lives and property.Speaking to reporters, Seth said the scale of the disaster was a matter of serious concern, […]

Durgapur (West Bengal) [India], August 27 (ANI): Amid devastating floods in Nepal, anxiety has gripped families in Durgapur as two West Bengal residents, Aringam Ganguly and Mousumi Ganguly, remain stranded during their Mansarovar pilgrimage.Their friend Mousumi Banerjee said the couple began their journey on August 21 and appealed to the government to step […]

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 27 (ANI): At least eight pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh have been reported missing, stranded amid the flood situation in Nepal, according to details shared with the Indian Embassy in Nepal.The list includes Chopparapu Ramesh Babu (53), Annamdevara Venkatram (52), and Annamdevara Aanagha (49), whose whereabouts were […]

Kathmandu [Nepal], August 27 (ANI): Death toll from the devastating flash flooding in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River near the Nepal-China border in the country's Rasuwagadhi district has risen to 258, while 910 people remain missing or out of contact, according to Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA). Search, rescue and […]

PRNewswireHong Kong, August 27: HashKey Holdings Limited ('HashKey' or the 'Company', together with its subsidiaries, the 'Group', Stock Code: 3887.HK) today announced its unaudited consolidated interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2026 (the 'Reporting Period'). In the first half of 2026, the global digital asset market entered a phase of […]

New Delhi [India], August 27 (ANI): Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday questioned the Modi government over what he described as 'contradictory' remarks by Deputy Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Rahul Singh and former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan regarding the role of China and Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, asking whether there was a […]

New Delhi [India], August 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic from August 29 to September 1, during which he will undertake a bilateral visit to Tashkent and participate in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek.Prime Minister Modi's visit to Uzbekistan […]

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 27 (ANI): Two tourists from Tiruchirappalli who travelled to Nepal as part of a Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage group have gone missing following floods in the country, with their families making emotional appeals to the authorities for information about their whereabouts.Vimala Ravi (49), a resident of Saraswathi […]

Gonda (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 27 (ANI): India will make every possible effort to help Nepal amid the flood-related situation in the neighbouring country, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said on Thursday, expressing concern over the devastation.Speaking to ANI in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda, Singh said, 'It is very sad, and every […]

New Delhi [India], August 27 (ANI): The Odisha government set up a control room with a 24x7 helpdesk at Odisha Niwas in New Delhi to assist people from the state who may be stranded or in distress amid the devastating flash flood in Nepal.'In view of the flood situation in Nepal, a 24x7 Control Room has been set up at Odisha Niwas, New Delhi, to provide […]

New Delhi [India], August 27 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that 288 Indian nationals remain uncontactable following the devastating flash floods in Nepal on Wednesday morning, while around 200 Indians undertaking the Mansarovar Yatra have sought evacuation.MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Thursday said a large group from Sadhguru's […]

New Delhi [India], August 27 (ANI): As Nepal continues to grapple with a devastating flash flood from the Bhotekoshi River near the Nepal-China border in Rasuwagadhi, the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday said 21 Indian nationals have been rescued from Nepal, while around 200 Indians stranded on the Chinese side have sought assistance for […]

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 27 (ANI): Indian benchmark equity indices ended lower on Thursday, with the Sensex falling 539 points and Nifty declining 0.48 per cent, as expiry-led volatility and continued uncertainty over a diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East weighed on market sentiment.The BSE Sensex closed at 76,933.59, down 539.35 points […]

Paradip (Odisha) [India], August 27 (ANI): The Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Varad safely brought two Chinese survivors of the sunken bulk carrier MV Ocean Winner to Paradip on Thursday, even as an extensive, multi-agency search and rescue operation presses on for the 22 remaining missing crew members.'On 27 August 2026, the two rescued survivors were […]