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Hong Kong Proposes Admin Fee for Refunds During Cooling-Off Period
New policy aims to prevent abuse of refund rights for prepaid beauty and fitness contracts amid ongoing consumer protection reforms.
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South China Morning Post World
New policy aims to prevent abuse of refund rights for prepaid beauty and fitness contracts amid ongoing consumer protection reforms.
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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will increase its RMB Business Facility quota and extend loan tenures, alongside launching a new electronic trading platform to boost yuan usage internationally.
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Delegations from China and the United States meet in Geneva to explore cooperation on international AI regulation amid differing domestic policies.
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Sara Duterte faces charges of mishandling government funds and making threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr as her impeachment trial commences, with political support in the Senate uncertain following a key ally's arrest.
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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signals potential re-criminalisation of cannabis as seizures linked to Thailand rise internationally.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 10:13 AM
world
A new HSBC survey reveals institutional investors prefer offshore yuan markets and are increasing allocations, with Hong Kong as a key hub for seamless large-scale yuan operations.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 9:16 AM
business
Alibaba, ByteDance, Tencent, and others are removing personalized AI chatbot features in response to new government rules.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 7:16 AM
business
A recent survey indicates a slowdown in China's economic growth for the April-June quarter, influenced by domestic challenges and Middle East uncertainties.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 7:13 AM
world
A three-day operation by Hong Kong police targeting drink- and drug-driving during the World Cup led to 13 arrests, including drug trafficking suspicions and seizure of illegal substances.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 5:46 AM
world
Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland as the world’s largest cross-border wealth management center and climbed to second place in global competitiveness rankings, signaling a strong recovery and renewed momentum.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 1:39 AM
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The first tender for the university town in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis will be issued soon, with site formation expected to complete by year-end.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 12:55 AM
world
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, detained since October in China, was freed less than two months after US President Donald Trump raised his case with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 5, 2026, 8:12 AM
world
The government-appointed administrator of the fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong will convene an extraordinary general meeting for flat owners, ending months of delays.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 4, 2026, 10:06 AM
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Experts warn that AI-driven automation and employer hiring practices are limiting opportunities for fresh graduates in Hong Kong, potentially causing a shortage of mid-level local talent.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 4, 2026, 3:18 AM
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Experts warn that AI-driven automation and employer hiring practices are limiting opportunities for local graduates, risking a shortage of mid-level talent in Hong Kong.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 4, 2026, 12:33 AM
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Lam Wing-kee, one of five people who disappeared from Causeway Bay Books in 2015, passed away in Taiwan at the age of 70.
NPR News | Jul 3, 2026, 9:18 AM
world
California becomes the first US state to designate an annual day celebrating Bruce Lee, recognizing his cultural impact and legacy as an Asian-American icon.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 6:12 AM
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Governor Gavin Newsom signs law designating May 17 as Bruce Lee Day, celebrating the martial arts icon's cultural legacy and impact on Asian American representation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 2, 2026, 12:13 AM
world
Kuaishou-backed Kling AI is preparing for a major funding round amid growing competition in China’s AI video generation market, with plans for a Hong Kong IPO within the year.
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