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WORLDJul 24A child humanoid leads Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda’s latest filmIn acclaimed Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda's latest film, a grieving couple turns to technology to recreate what they have lost. “Sheep in the Box,” opening in U.S. theaters…Japan Today
WORLDJul 24China tests Central Asian land corridors to bypass maritime chokepointsBeijing is doubling down on overland trade routes across Central Asia as continued disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider region expose the vulnerability of global shipping chokepoints. A new link to Afghanistan via Uzbekistan offers a practical example of this long-term diversification push. However, observers caution that security concerns and capacity constraints could make a meaningful shift away from sea freight difficult. Officially launched in May with pilot shipments, the...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 24Muslims protest construction of church building in IndonesiaMuslims in Indonesia are protesting the construction of a church building. This indicates local religious and social tensions.christiandaily.com · United States
WORLDJul 24China and Asean eye closer energy cooperation as fighting flares up again in Middle EastThe Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China have called for a lasting settlement to the war in the Middle East, while pledging further cooperation on energy security. A joint statement was released on Friday after a meeting in Manila between the foreign ministers of China and the Asean, against the backdrop of an ongoing energy crisis. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused prices to rise and led to shortages across Southeast Asia, prompting the Philippines to declare a national...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 241-yr imprisonment sought for ex-Japan volleyball player over cannabisProsecutors on Friday sought a one-year prison sentence for former Japan men's national volleyball team player Shunichiro Sato over possession of cannabis, an allegation he admitted in court.…Japan Today
WORLDJul 24Thousands of fans throng 5-day animation, comics and games fair in Hong KongThousands of visitors have flocked to an animation, comics and games fair in Hong Kong, drawn to Hello Kitty plush toys, Spider-Man figurines and spinning top contests, among other collectibles and interactive activities. The five-day Ani-Com & Games Hong Kong fair opened on Friday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, with many attendees seeking to buy limited-edition merchandise arriving early in the morning before opening hours. The first visitor to enter this year’s...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 24Mariana Island Rota coffee revived decades later to symbolise friendship with Japan – Asia News NetworkCoffee production on Mariana Island Rota has been revived after decades, symbolizing renewed friendship with Japan. This highlights a cultural and diplomatic connection.asianews.network · China
WORLDJul 24The Finish Line that Changed China : Retracing the Long March to YananThe article retraces the historical Long March to Yanan, describing it as a pivotal event that transformed China. It explores a significant moment in the nation's past.prnewswire.com · United States
WORLDJul 24Monkeying around disrupts Hong Kong MTR services for second day in rowA monkey caused fresh disruption to Hong Kong’s rail services on Friday morning after it was spotted on the tracks in Tsuen Wan station, a day after a similar incident during peak hours. At 10.03am, the MTR Corporation said services on the Tsuen Wan line had to be adjusted after a monkey entered the track area, advising passengers to allow extra time for their journeys. A photo released by the railway operator showed the monkey sitting on the tracks, facing dozens of passengers on the...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 24China Inspired Nigeria Local Content Creation - JonathanAccording to Jonathan, China has served as an inspiration for local content creation in Nigeria. This highlights a form of international influence and collaboration.leadership.ng · Nigeria
WORLDJul 24Chinese nationals plead guilty to illegally shipping turtles from US to Hong KongTwo Chinese nationals pleaded guilty to shipping more than 500 turtles to Hong Kong in violation of American wildlife law, the US Department of Justice said on Thursday. Kin Keung Ho pleaded guilty on Thursday while Lihua Owen Ma pleaded guilty to a similar charge on July 1. Both are residents of Staten Island, one of the five boroughs of New York City. “During the plea hearing, the government proffered that Ho shipped approximately 99 packages containing 578 turtles,” the agency said. “Ho...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 23Indonesian babies were trafficked to Singapore. What happens to them now?BBC World
WORLDJul 23How scholar Ackbar Abbas changed the way people thought about Hong KongAckbar Abbas, a Hong Kong-born scholar whose influence extended beyond academia to shape artists, filmmakers, writers and many others, died on July 13 at the age of 84 after a brief battle with cancer. Over decades of teaching at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the University of California, Irvine (UCI), Abbas did not simply analyse Hong Kong – he altered the way Hong Kong could be described. His 1997 book Hong Kong: Culture and the Politics of Disappearance was particularly influential....South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 23Chongqing , China : Explore the diverse experiences of its mega - city | The AdvocateAn article from The Advocate invites readers to explore the diverse experiences available in Chongqing, China. It highlights the city's status as a mega-city.theadvocate.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 23Chongqing , China : Explore the diverse experiences of its mega - city | The Border MailAn article from The Border Mail invites readers to explore the diverse experiences available in Chongqing, China. It highlights the city's status as a mega-city.bordermail.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 23Chongqing , China : Explore the diverse experiences of its mega - city | Blue Mountains GazetteAn article explores the diverse experiences available in Chongqing, China, a mega-city. It invites readers to discover what the city has to offer.bluemountainsgazette.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 23Chongqing , China : Explore the diverse experiences of its mega - city | The Maitland MercuryThe article focuses on exploring the diverse experiences available in Chongqing, China, a mega-city, suggesting a travel or cultural interest piece.maitlandmercury.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 23Chongqing , China : Explore the diverse experiences of its mega - city | The North West StarThis article explores the diverse experiences and characteristics of Chongqing, a major city in China. It provides insight into the urban environment and culture of a mega-city.northweststar.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 23New shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easierTravelling by shinkansen (bullet train) is one of the highlights of any trip to Japan, but there’s one thing that can take the shine off the experience –…Japan Today
WORLDJul 23Pew Survey : China May Be Liked More , but It Is Celebrating a Race It Never RanA Pew Survey indicates that China's global favorability might be increasing, yet the country is perceived as celebrating an achievement it didn't earn. This suggests a complex international public opinion regarding China.foreignpolicy.com · United States
WORLDJul 23Man held as mainland Chinese dental centre in Hong Kong raided amid promotionsHong Kong police have arrested a 72-year-old local man for allegedly practising dentistry illegally at a shop used by a mainland Chinese dental clinic to promote its business in the city, following calls from the local industry for tighter regulatory oversight of such activities. The arrest was made during a joint operation conducted by police and the Department of Health on Thursday at a shop on 37 King’s Road in North Point. The shop had been used to advertise a mainland clinic’s services,...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 23Hong Kong high-speed rail link sets record as passenger trips top 16m in 6 monthsHong Kong’s cross-border high-speed rail link carried more than 16 million passengers in the first six months of the year – the highest since its debut in 2018 – prompting the introduction of new facilities to meet demand. The MTR Corporation, which operates the 26km Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link, said on Wednesday that patronage rose by more than 10 per cent year on year to over 16 million in the first six months, with average daily trips exceeding 92,000. The company said...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 23Young Koreans are getting burnt out before they can even land a jobYoung Koreans are reportedly experiencing burnout even before securing employment. This points to a significant societal and mental health challenge facing the youth in Korea.english.hani.co.kr · South Korea
WORLDJul 23Herzog & de Meuron makes second donation to Hong Kong’s M+ museumInternational architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron, which built Hong Kong’s M+ museum and the National Stadium in Beijing, has donated a second collection of models, sketches and drawings to the art institution in the West Kowloon Cultural District. The M+ said on Thursday that the more than 200 archival items follow an initial donation in 2023, when the architecture firm, headquartered in Switzerland, gave the museum a section model of the National Stadium. In addition to designing the stadium,...South China Morning Post
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