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WORLDAug 5Hong Kong ship crews stranded in Strait of Hormuz ‘safe and offered counselling’Crew members aboard about 80 Hong Kong-owned ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz for five months have enough supplies and access to video counselling, an industry representative said, adding that the seafarers face little immediate danger despite the stand-off. Kenneth Lam Sze-kin, deputy chairman of the Hong Kong Shipowners Association, said on Wednesday that the roughly 1,600 crew members would remain safe on ships owned by Hong Kong companies as long as shipowners were willing to pay for...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 5Which cities in Japan are candidates to become the 'second capital'?Japan’s search for a potential secondary capital is putting a spotlight on destinations beyond Tokyo. Here’s why these contenders are worth adding to your travel bucket list.EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 5China Ice City fuels summer boom with indoor attractionsChina's "Ice City" is boosting its summer economy through popular indoor attractions. This demonstrates a local economic trend and tourism initiative.english.anhuinews.com · China
WORLDAug 5France offers nuclear expertise as Philippines weighs energy security optionsFrance’s offer to share nuclear expertise with the Philippines could potentially boost Manila’s long-term energy security, as analysts say any push to revive nuclear power in the country would have to overcome safety and governance concerns. Marie Fontanel, the outgoing French ambassador to the Philippines, said last week that France was ready to share its nuclear energy expertise with Manila, while deepening defence cooperation, according to a report by ABS-CBN News. Her remarks came just after...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 534% of Hong Kong students win university, diploma spots under admissions systemAbout 34 per cent of students who applied through Hong Kong’s university admissions system have secured tertiary education places this year, marking a slight drop from last year amid stiffer competition. When the Joint University Programmes Admissions System (Jupas) results were shared on Wednesday, the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) and the University of Hong Kong (HKU) each said they had offered places to half of the 24 top scorers in this year’s Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE)...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 5‘Fascinating and smart’: Christopher Nolan interview with China podcaster praised for depthA deep-dive interview between filmmaker Christopher Nolan and Chinese doctoral student podcaster Zhongshu about his new film, The Odyssey, has gone viral worldwide, amassing over 20 million views. Building on his Oscar-winning success with Oppenheimer, Nolan has turned his attention to Homer’s Odyssey, a cornerstone of Western literature. His latest film chronicles the Greek hero Odysseus as he embarks on a prolonged journey home to Ithaca following the Trojan War, while his wife and son fend...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 4VIP, APP, PPT: Are English abbreviations harming China’s cultural confidence?A Chinese speaker today might describe their day at work as first making a “PPT” (a PowerPoint presentation) and then having to “PS tu” (Photoshop an image). After clocking off, they might “chang K” (sing karaoke) with friends before taking the “C wei” (centre spot) in a group photo. These novel phrases spring from the widespread habit of adopting English abbreviations directly into daily speech, usually pronounced letter by letter. While this is the organic result of cultural exchange, the...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 4Made in Korea 2 teaser : Hyun Bin vs Jung Woo Sung gets deadlier after 9 - year time jump ; Woo Do Hwan faces brutal warThis article is a teaser for 'Made in Korea 2,' featuring actors Hyun Bin, Jung Woo Sung, and Woo Do Hwan. It describes a 'deadlier' situation after a time jump and a 'brutal war'.hindustantimes.com · India
WORLDAug 4Moment pilot caught with 70,000 ecstasy pills at Indonesian airportA Malaysian pilot was arrested at Jakarta airport after being found with around four stone (26kg) of drugs hidden in his luggage.BBC World
WORLDAug 4Vietnamese man questioned over death of 91-year-old woman in SaitamaSaitama prefectural police are questioning a 33-year-old Vietnamese man over the death of a 91-year-old woman whose body was found in a wooded area in Hanno City. The…Japan Today
WORLDAug 4South Korean pool-goer makes waves online in pink swimsuit amid record heatwaveAn adult man wearing a pink women’s one-piece swimsuit at a South Korean swimming pool has sparked debate online. The photo of the man circulated on social media Sunday with a caption describing a visitor as a public nuisance at the Han River pool in Seoul. The image shows the man from behind wearing a pink swimsuit and a matching swim cap as visitors cool off during a summer heatwave. The original poster questioned why a man was wearing a women’s swimsuit at the pool, adding that they were...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 4North Korea advises citizens to eat dog meat to beat the summer heatNorth Korea’s state media has recommended dog meat soup as protection against summer heat, reviving Pyongyang’s long-running effort to promote the controversial dish as record high temperatures grip both sides of the Korean peninsula. Rodong Sinmun, the ruling Workers’ Party newspaper, published health advice on Sunday offering tips for coping with the heatwave and first aid guidance for heat-related illnesses. In an interview with a senior doctor at Pyongyang General Hospital, the newspaper...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 3Tennis: Philippines’ Eala wins first WTA title, Fritz claims DC crownAlex Eala rallies past top seed Jessica Pegula in a two-day, rain-hit final, while Taylor Fritz beats teen Rafael Jodar.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDAug 3Mexico palm wine has been a fascinating culinary bridge to the Philippines since 1565 – Macomb DailyMexican palm wine has served as a cultural and culinary link to the Philippines for centuries, dating back to 1565. This highlights a historical connection through food and beverage.macombdaily.com · United States
WORLDAug 3Tech innovation reshapes China granary heartland , bolstering food securityTechnological innovation is transforming China's agricultural heartland, which is helping to enhance the nation's food security. This development highlights the role of technology in national resource management.caribbeanherald.com · United States
WORLDAug 3Woman missing for 11 days found alive on hillside near Hong Kong cemeteryHong Kong authorities have found a 60-year-old woman on a hillside near a cemetery nearly two weeks after she went missing, despite the search being hampered by a typhoon and days of heavy rain. Police said on Monday that Ngan Lai‑ching left her home at Kwong Ming Court in Tseung Kwan O on the morning of July 24 without a mobile phone or an Octopus card. Authorities noted that she has a history of schizophrenia. Ngan’s daughter reported her missing after she failed to return home the following...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 3Hong Kong church-goers urged to avoid masses by breakaway Catholic group SSPXHong Kong’s Catholic diocese has urged worshippers to avoid masses led by a conservative group excommunicated by the Vatican after a priest from the fraternity was reported to be holding regular events in the city. The diocese’s call came about a month after the Vatican excommunicated followers of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) over the group’s decision to consecrate four new bishops against the direct instruction of Pope Leo XIV. In a statement on Monday, the diocese said the traditional...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 3China gaokao wins: sister skips 2 grades to study with brother, rejects ‘prodigy’ labelTwo teenage siblings from eastern China excelled in this year’s gaokao, leading to their acceptance into the country’s top universities and igniting intense discussions surrounding their exceptional talents and family education. Xu Haotian, 17, and his sister Xu Haolin, 15, achieved scores of 688 and 699 out of a maximum of 750, respectively, in this year’s national university entrance exam. Haolin’s score placed her among the top 100 in Anhui province, and notably, she completed her six-year...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 3A Better Tomorrow at 40: how John Woo blockbuster changed Hong Kong cinema – SCMP archiveForty years ago, John Woo’s A Better Tomorrow was released. The action film is considered to be a turning point in Hong Kong cinema with directors like Quentin Tarantino citing it as an inspiration. In this On This Day article, we look at SCMP’s archive coverage of this modern-day classic. A Better Tomorrow was released on August 2, 1986. Due to its popularity, it ran in theatres for 61 days – unheard of at the time – and was Hong Kong’s No 1 movie that year grossing over HK$34.6 million. It...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 3Across China : China desert - control expertise contributes to solutions for a global challenge - XinhuaChina's expertise in desert control is being leveraged to contribute solutions to a broader global environmental challenge.english.news.cn
WORLDAug 3Tides that connect -- Beijing ReviewThis article from Beijing Review is titled "Tides that connect." The vague title suggests it is likely a piece of commentary or analysis on connecting forces or trends.bjreview.com.cn · China
WORLDAug 3Shifting Currents -- Beijing ReviewThis article from Beijing Review is titled "Shifting Currents." The vague title suggests it is likely a piece of commentary or analysis on changing trends or dynamics.bjreview.com.cn · China
WORLDAug 3Massive Attack Preview Australian Tour With South Korea Setlist Featuring Mezzanine Classics And Rare CoversMassive Attack previewed their Australian tour, with a setlist from a South Korea show featuring classic and rare covers. This update relates to their upcoming performances.noise11.com · Australia
WORLDAug 3China - Middle East & 2027 | Armstrong EconomicsThis article from Armstrong Economics provides an analysis concerning the relationship between China and the Middle East, with a focus on the year 2027.armstrongeconomics.com · United States
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