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The Hindu;More than 40 dogs killed in fire at rescue group’s kennels in New York;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/more-than-40-dogs-killed-in-fire-at-rescue-groups-kennels-in-new-york/article68794738.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 11:07:04 +0530
The cause of the fire was not immediately clear and was under investigation by St. Lawrence County officials.
The Hindu;Police open fire to rescue two children from kidnappers in Belagavi district of Karnataka;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/police-open-fire-to-rescue-two-children-from-kidnappers-in-belagavi-district-of-karnataka/article68794619.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 11:05:09 +0530
One accused, two policemen injured
The Hindu;Japan’s new Prime Minister Ishiba on shaky ground ahead of snap election;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/japans-new-prime-minister-ishiba-on-shaky-ground-ahead-of-snap-election/article68794728.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:58:05 +0530
The self-confessed defence “geek” is a fan of trains, 1970s pop idols, and making military models, including once of a Soviet aircraft carrier for a visiting Russian Defence Minister.
The Hindu;South Africa petrochem unit world’s single largest greenhouse gas source;https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/south-africa-secunda-petrochem-unit-largest-greenhouse-gas-emitter/article68794725.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:57:15 +0530
The Sasol facility places the country at a crossroads because its coal-based technology emits much more carbon dioxide emitted per tonne of product
The Hindu;Afghanistan province bans all media from showing images of living things to comply with Taliban laws;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/afghanistan-province-bans-all-media-from-showing-images-of-living-things-to-comply-with-taliban-laws/article68794664.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:40:35 +0530
Last week, Taliban run-media stopped showing images of living things in the provinces of Takhar, Maidan Wardak and Kandahar in observance of the laws
The Hindu;Gujarat bypoll: Congress fields Gulab Singh Rajput for Vav Assembly constituency;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/gujarat/gujarat-bypoll-congress-fields-gulab-singh-rajput-for-vav-assembly-constituency/article68794669.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:25:54 +0530
Results of the by-elections will be announced on November 23.
The Hindu;Photography contest to capture the magic of dark sky;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/celestial-magic-in-frames/article68788711.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:09:02 +0530
A holistic cosmic experience awaits contestants of an astro-photography competition announced by the Uttarakhand Tourism
The Hindu;Tapestry of folk culture at Thota Vaikuntam solo show in Delhi;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/tapestry-of-folk-culture/article68776533.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:01:34 +0530
A new solo show featuring the works of Thota Vaikuntam at Art Alive Gallery takes a fresh look at the legendary master’s artistic journey of five decades
The Hindu;Cyclone Dana: Heavy rain lashes Odisha coast, south Bengal;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cyclone-dana-heavy-rains-lashes-odisha-coast-south-bengal/article68794599.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:51:52 +0530
The Hindu;J&K terror attack: Army operation continues in Baramulla;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/jk-terror-attack-on-army-vehicle-in-baramulla/article68794582.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:42:57 +0530
Search operations in Baramulla after Indian Army firefight with terrorists and 4 casualties were reported; massive search operation along the LoC in Gulmarg sector, following the terror attack in the area that left four people, including two soldiers dead
The Hindu;CP suspends two SIs, two Home Guards;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/cp-suspends-two-sis-two-home-guards/article68792818.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:26:44 +0530
The Hindu;10 paediatric cardiac surgeries conducted as part of surgical camp in last four days;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/10-paediatric-cardiac-surgeries-conducted-as-part-of-surgical-camp-in-last-four-days/article68791176.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:25:07 +0530
The Hindu;Widows of former VSP staff decry delay in Employees Family Benefit Scheme pensions;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/widows-of-former-vsp-staff-decry-delay-in-employees-family-benefit-scheme-pensions/article68779132.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:24:34 +0530
874 widows have not been receiving the EFBS pensions regularly since April
The Hindu;Tribals stage mock ‘doli yatra’ demanding roads, power supply;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/tribals-stage-mock-doli-yatra-demanding-roads-power-supply/article68791842.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:22:43 +0530
The Hindu;Special trains between Sanatnagar-Santragachi, SMV Bengaluru-Santragachi to clear extra rush;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/special-trains-between-sanatnagar-santragachi-smv-bengaluru-santragachi-to-clear-extra-rush/article68791480.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:21:28 +0530
The Hindu;Singapore-India maritime exercise to begin at ENC Visakhapatnam;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/singapore-india-maritime-exercise-to-begin-at-enc-visakhapatnam/article68791749.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:20:11 +0530
The Hindu;Media is a bridge between government and people, says Guntur MLA;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/media-is-a-bridge-between-government-and-people-says-guntur-mla/article68791961.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:11:41 +0530
The Hindu;‘Corneal blindness contributes to about 15% to 20% of blindness cases in Karnataka’;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/corneal-blindness-contributes-to-about-15-to-20-of-blindness-cases-in-karnataka/article68790829.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0530
Across India, corneal blindness is on the rise, with the country seeing an estimated 20,000 to 25,000 new cases every year
The Hindu;Mangaluru varsity’s CARER labs help check authenticity of biogenic products;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Mangalore/mangaluru-varsitys-carer-labs-help-check-authenticity-of-biogenic-products/article68786014.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0530
The facility aids industries that otherwise depend on laboratories in Europe or the USA to test commercial products, saving time, reducing costs and overcoming the difficulties associated with sending samples abroad
The Hindu;All set for Mannotsava, national mental health festival in Bengaluru this weekend;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/all-set-for-mannotsava-national-mental-health-festival-in-bengaluru-this-weekend/article68790509.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0530
The festival, a collaboration between RNPF, NIMHANS and NCBS, will explore multiple facets of mental health October 26 and 27
The Hindu;Congress MLC Jeevan Reddy raises concern over defections into the party;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/congress-mlc-jeevan-reddy-raises-concern-over-defections-into-the-party/article68792608.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:46:32 +0530
The Hindu;Banks do their bit to promote use of ₹10 coins as eight-year old rumour comes back;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/banks-do-their-bit-to-promote-use-of-10-coins/article68791606.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:45:35 +0530
Nearly eight years after the ₹10 coin got mired in social media rumour mongering, banks appear to have joined hands with the RBI to make the coinage acceptable to all.
The Hindu;Rhineland keen on exploring investment opportunities in Telangana;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/rhineland-keen-on-exploring-investment-opportunities-in-telangana/article68792765.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:44:46 +0530
The Hindu;Cyclone Dana aftermath LIVE: Flight ops resume in Bhubaneshwar, Kolkata airport;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/odisha/cyclone-dana-odisha-west-bengal-weather-today-live-updates-october-25-2024/article68794510.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:38:10 +0530
The landfall process of the severe cyclonic storm Dana was complete on Friday morning and the system took at least eight and half hours to enter the landmass, IMD said
The Hindu;Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 92.75 feet;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/water-level-in-papanasam-dam-stands-at-9275-feet/article68791406.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:32:04 +0530
The Hindu;India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Day 2 LIVE updates: Ashwin, Sundar strike as NZ extends lead;https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/india-vs-new-zealand-2nd-test-day-2-live-updates/article68794512.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:28:40 +0530
India gives a crucial lead of 102 after being funded out for 156 runs in the post-lunch session
The Hindu;Fierce faith amidst frantic fray of Banni festival at Devaragattu temple in Kurnool district of A.P.;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/fierce-faith-amidst-frantic-fray-of-banni-festival-at-devaragattu-temple-in-in-kurnool-district-of-ap/article68787360.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:18:19 +0530
Come Dasara, all eyes would be on Devaragattu, a quaint village on the Andhra-Karnataka border where thousands of devotees gather to participate in ‘Karrala Samaram’, which leaves many injured, some even fatally. This year, however, for the first time, the police and district administration have made special efforts and ensured that there are no deaths during the fest, writes Hareesh P
The Hindu;Feeding pigeons in Hyderabad’s Mussalam Jung Bridge: Faith and fowl play;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/feeding-pigeons-in-hyderabads-mussalam-jung-bridge-faith-and-fowl-play/article68791548.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:10:48 +0530
There’s no bird like the pigeon — they are known for their elegance, intelligence and military-like skills, and hold a revered place in many cultures. But there is a dark side to this admiration: the act of feeding and maintaining close association with this avian species can pose serious health risks, finds B. Pradeep
The Hindu;Maharashtra economically better off, but lags behind in social measures: Data;https://www.thehindu.com/data/maharashtra-assembly-election-economy-social-measures/article68790157.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0530
The State is among the top 10 in per capita income; it ranks last among all the States in the share of wasted children
The Hindu;Canada's PM Trudeau vows to lead his Liberal Party into next election;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/canadas-pm-trudeau-vows-to-lead-his-liberal-party-into-next-election/article68794463.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:34:04 +0530
Justin Trudeau plans to lead Liberal Party into next election despite calls to step down, facing challenges ahead
The Hindu;Quenching Bengaluru’s ever-growing thirst, from 100 km away;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/quenching-bengalurus-ever-growing-thirst-from-100-km-away/article68789799.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:04:00 +0530
As the Cauvery V Stage is commissioned and piped water supply starts to 110 villages around Bengaluru, The Hindu reports on the teething problems of the project and larger concerns of the city’s over reliance on the Cauvery
The Hindu;BMTC conductor assaulted by passenger in Bengaluru;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/bmtc-conductor-assaulted-by-passenger-in-bengaluru/article68793104.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;Resident at rehab found dead in Bengaluru, family cries foul;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/resident-at-rehab-found-dead-in-bengaluru-family-cries-foul/article68792303.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;Two injured in LPG explosion in Bengaluru;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/two-injured-in-lpg-explosion-in-bengaluru/article68792084.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;Search operations at Babusapalya building collapse site continue;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/search-operations-at-babusapalya-building-collapse-site-continues/article68792638.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;In 24 days, BBMP records 5 lakh downloads of draft e-khatas;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/in-24-days-bbmp-records-5-lakh-downloads-of-draft-e-khatas/article68790907.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar directs BBMP to survey under-construction buildings in Bengaluru;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/deputy-chief-minister-dk-shivakumar-directs-bbmp-to-survey-under-construction-buildings-in-bengaluru/article68792015.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;RRI team use quantum magnetometry to make more precise atomic clocks;https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/rri-team-use-quantum-magnetometry-to-make-more-precise-atomic-clocks/article68791771.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;No construction within 50 feet of SWD or near lakes, DKS tells BBMP;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/no-construction-within-50-feet-of-swd-or-near-lakes-dks-tells-bbmp/article68792470.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;Darshan phone case: Police arrest travel agency owner for supplying SIM card and mobile phone;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/bangalore/darshan-phone-case-police-arrest-travel-agency-owner-for-supplying-sim-card-and-mobile-phone/article68791942.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;Morning Digest: Cyclone Dana makes landfall along Odisha coast; two jawans among four injured in J&K terror attack, and more;https://www.thehindu.com/news/morning-digest-october-25-2024/article68793468.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 06:32:33 +0530
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
The Hindu;Install CCTVs in all rooms of police stations, M.P. High Court tells DGP;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/madhya-pradesh/install-cctvs-in-all-rooms-of-police-stations-mp-high-court-tells-dgp/article68792771.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:45:00 +0530
The High Court said that any black spot in police stations in future will attract contempt of court proceedings against officers concerned.
The Hindu;Putin warns against 'illusory' attempts to defeat Russia;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/putin-warns-against-illusory-attempts-to-defeat-russia/article68791731.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:50:00 +0530
Mr. Putin was speaking in the Russian city of Kazan on the final day of the BRICS summit, a forum Moscow hopes will help forge a united front of emerging economies against the West
The Hindu;Israel plans to ‘empty’ Gaza Strip of Palestinians: Mahmoud Abbas;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-plans-to-empty-gaza-strip-of-palestinians-mahmoud-abbas/article68791768.ece;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:30:00 +0530
Crimes of genocide and ethnic cleansing are being committed in Gaza in the greatest catastrophe that the Palestinians experienced since Nakba, says Abbas
South China Morning Post;Hongkongers call for checks after glass wall panel at shopping centre falls, injuring 4;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3283840/hongkongers-call-checks-after-glass-wall-panel-shopping-centre-falls-injuring-4?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:49:41 +0800
Panel measuring two by three metres falls from Citywalk mall in Tsuen Wan, prompting Buildings Department to call for an investigation.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong dinosaur fossil exhibit debuts to fanfare, but some say showcase lacks context;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3283827/hong-kong-dinosaur-fossil-exhibit-debuts-fanfare-some-say-showcase-lacks-context?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:49:28 +0800
Fossils believed to be from Cretaceous period on display at Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong police arrest 5, seize HK$1.1 million of illegal drugs including ‘space oil’;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3283817/hong-kong-police-arrest-5-seize-hk11-million-illegal-drugs-including-space-oil?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:46:07 +0800
Officers confiscated cannabis buds, ketamine, cocaine, crystal meth and e-cigarette capsules containing ‘space oil’, police reveal.
South China Morning Post;4 more Hong Kong care homes involved in abusing disabled residents over past year;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283816/4-more-hong-kong-disabled-care-homes-involved-abusing-residents-over-past-year?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:38:17 +0800
Welfare chief Chris Sun declined to give details, adding he had spoken to Hong Chi Association to make ‘systemic improvements’.
South China Morning Post;Panda Watch: Hong Kong cubs’ tails grow rounder, start to ‘disappear’ at 70 days;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283694/panda-watch-hong-kong-cubs-tails-grow-rounder-start-disappear-70-days?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:00:08 +0800
Fur on ‘Elder Sister’ fuzzier and she is more gentle and quiet, while ‘Little Brother’ has louder shrieks.
South China Morning Post;How will the discovery of dinosaur fossils affect Hong Kong? Experts share expectations;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283793/how-will-discovery-dinosaur-fossils-affect-hong-kong-experts-share-expectations?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:03:50 +0800
‘People will again notice that the natural foundation of Hong Kong is actually quite spectacular,’ Young Ng says about the finding.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong a ‘police state’? Visit, see for yourself, commissioner challenges;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3283713/hong-kong-police-state-visit-see-yourself-commissioner-challenges?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 11:30:14 +0800
Police chief Raymond Siu says force committed to protecting Hong Kong people through ‘empathetical policing’.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong to review local university student definition amid claims of talent visa abuses;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3283774/hong-kong-review-local-university-student-definition-amid-claims-talent-visa-abuses?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:25:05 +0800
Some mainland Chinese people are accused of exploiting various talent schemes for their children to enjoy cheaper tuition fees.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong ATMs to have pop-up warnings as scam losses mount to HK$6.41 billion: police chief;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3283751/hong-kong-atms-have-pop-warnings-scam-losses-mount-hk641-billion-police-chief?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:31:06 +0800
Police chief Raymond Siu also warns that deepfake-technology scams are likely to be the next major form of swindling to plague the city.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong need not nudge its elderly across the border;https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3283479/hong-kong-need-not-nudge-its-elderly-across-border?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:30:08 +0800
Instead of sending seniors to mainland China, Hong Kong should learn from other models to provide dignified elderly care within the city.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong will keep T1 typhoon warning until at least 6am on Saturday as Trami approaches;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/3283769/severe-tropical-storm-trami-t1-remain-force-until-noon?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:26:48 +0800
Severe Tropical Storm Trami estimated to be about 590km southeast of city as of 4pm.
South China Morning Post;Insurance policy for Hong Kong visa? Why top talent from mainland opt to become agents;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283748/insurance-policy-hong-kong-visa-why-top-talent-mainland-opt-become-agents?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:30:12 +0800
Aims of talent trawl questioned as arrivals grab insurance sales jobs to stay in city, but some say move reflects ‘reality’ of current economy.
South China Morning Post;Why are Hong Kong’s brokers eschewing the digital age with bricks-and-mortar branches?;https://www.scmp.com/business/money/article/3283568/why-are-hong-kongs-brokers-eschewing-digital-age-bricks-and-mortar-branches?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:30:07 +0800
Online broker Futu Securities opened its fourth branch in Causeway Bay last week, while Phillip Securities mulls new branches.
South China Morning Post;Consultant lays out vision for wetland park creation in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3283749/consultant-lays-out-vision-wetland-park-creation-hong-kongs-northern-metropolis?utm_source=rss_feed;Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:14:51 +0800
Authorities should prioritise creation of 338-hectare Sam Po Shue wetland park, government-commissioned consultant says.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong to raise HK$10 billion through bonds for ‘landmark’ Airport City project;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283747/hong-kong-raise-hk10-billion-through-bonds-landmark-airport-city-project?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 23:21:04 +0800
Fred Lam, the Airport Authority’s chairman, says project not just a ‘bus stop’ but one to drive tourists to Hong Kong.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong dinosaur fossils found in 2013 but ‘priorities’ delayed identification: official;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3283745/hong-kongs-dinosaur-bones-were-discovered-2013-work-priorities-delayed-identification-authorities?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 23:00:14 +0800
Commissioner for Heritage Ivanhoe Chang reveals fossils were found in geological study and left for over a decade due to ‘work priorities’.
South China Morning Post;‘Incredible’ Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival wows 300 cruise passengers;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283744/incredible-hong-kong-wine-and-dine-festival-wows-300-cruise-passengers?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:22:41 +0800
Visitors impressed by drinks and delicacies on offer at 300 stalls in heart of Hong Kong.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong to look into enhancing docking facilities to promote yacht tourism: minister;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283742/hong-kong-look-enhancing-docking-facilities-promote-yacht-tourism-minister?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 21:46:16 +0800
City has welcomed more than 100 foreign leisure boats over the past few years, development minister Bernadette Linn says.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong 47: sentencing hearing for 45 activists set for November 19;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3283737/hong-kong-47-sentencing-hearing-45-activists-set-november-19?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 21:18:55 +0800
Forty-five opposition activists in landmark national security case to learn fate next month.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong slams efforts to ‘exert pressure’ on foreign judges on top court after Sydney protest;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283736/hong-kong-slams-efforts-exert-pressure-foreign-judges-top-court-after-sydney-protest?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 21:04:46 +0800
Patrick Anthony Keane questioned by protesters about jailed tycoon Jimmy Lai as he left Sydney court building.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong Ocean Park’s planned adventure zone to feature zip lines, bungee jumping in 2028;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283733/hong-kong-ocean-parks-planned-adventure-zone-feature-zip-lines-bungee-jumping-2028?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 20:50:08 +0800
Park chairman Paulo Pong says new 120,000 square metre zone will offer diverse range of outdoor activities for residents and tourists.
South China Morning Post;Nursing student at top private hospital in Hong Kong arrested over multiple thefts;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3283734/nursing-student-top-private-hospital-hong-kong-arrested-over-multiple-thefts?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 20:49:14 +0800
Suspect, 27, allegedly stole cash and credit cards from patients and other staff members in case involving more than HK$116,000.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong minister defends 2-month wait to reveal alleged rape case at care home;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283723/hong-kong-minister-defends-2-month-wait-reveal-alleged-rape-case-care-home?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:33:16 +0800
Chris Sun says mental state of victims and their families part of decision to delay details of allegations against Hong Chi Association employee.
South China Morning Post;Former Hong Kong leader CY Leung cautions on housing oversupply;https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3283720/former-hong-kong-leader-cy-leung-cautions-housing-oversupply?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:27:39 +0800
Leung warns of potential housing oversupply from new projects, urging careful demand estimation and financial planning to avoid issues.
South China Morning Post;Self-financing tertiary institutions can help Hong Kong become global education hub, bureau says;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3283719/self-financing-tertiary-institutions-can-help-hong-kong-become-global-education-hub-bureau-says?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:11:24 +0800
Head of one self-financing postsecondary institution also calls on government to relax cap on non-local admissions.
South China Morning Post;HK$600 million for Hong Kong exhibition hall justified for educational value: development chief;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283717/hk600-million-hong-kong-exhibition-hall-justified-educational-value-development-chief?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:00:34 +0800
Bernadette Linn says hall will showcase city’s urban development projects and estimated cost is comparable with similar facilities in city.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong tops Greater Bay Area in fresh graduate salaries with 9.3% rise from last year;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3283705/hong-kong-tops-greater-bay-area-fresh-graduate-salaries-93-rise-last-year?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 18:00:20 +0800
City’s fresh graduates commanded average of HK$19,806 this year, outperforming peers in Macau and Guangdong province.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong officials took 1½ years to handle ‘priority’ land abuse case: ombudsman;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283696/hong-kong-officials-took-1-1/2-years-handle-priority-land-abuse-case-ombudsman?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 17:27:16 +0800
Lands Department slammed for failing to swiftly resolve case, while ombudsman urges more collaboration among officials.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong civil service restrictions on WhatsApp, WeChat won’t affect operations, minister says;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3283677/hong-kong-civil-service-restrictions-whatsapp-wechat-wont-affect-operations-chief-says?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:34:14 +0800
Secretary for the Civil Service Ingrid Yeung adds government employees have been given ample time to adapt to alternatives.
South China Morning Post;Storm Trami: Hong Kong to issue T1 warning at 1.40am on Friday;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/3283604/hong-kong-logs-lowest-temperature-autumn-22-degrees-celsius?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:39:08 +0800
Observatory says Severe Tropical Storm Trami will soon enter within 800km of Hong Kong.
South China Morning Post;Horizon Robotics soars 28% in Hong Kong debut as IPOs return in big week for fundraising;https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3283603/horizon-robotics-soar-31-hong-kong-debut-ipos-return-bumper-week-fundraising?utm_source=rss_feed;Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:38:29 +0800
Shares of Beijing-based tech firm changed hands at HK$5.12 when trading began, versus the IPO price of HK$3.99.
Deutsche Welle;Middle East: Lebanon says Israel strike killed 3 journalists;https://www.dw.com/en/middle-east-lebanon-says-israel-strike-killed-3-journalists/live-70596914?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
The Lebanese government says that an overnight Israeli airstrike killed three journalists while they were sleeping. Top US diplomat Blinken is in London for talks with Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati. DW has more.
Deutsche Welle;Georgia's path to the EU looms large in 2024 election;https://www.dw.com/en/georgia-s-path-to-the-eu-looms-large-in-2024-election/a-70590398?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Voters in Georgia are heading to the polls to elect a new parliament. The vote promises to be decisive for the country's future and its path toward the European Union.
Deutsche Welle;Taiwan 'will not yield an inch' of land, Lai says;https://www.dw.com/en/taiwan-will-not-yield-an-inch-of-land-lai-says/a-70596245?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te made the comments during an event on the Kinmen islands off China’s coast, which Taiwan controls. China sees Taiwan as part of its territory and has labeled Lai a "dangerous separatist."
Deutsche Welle;Germany's Scholz, India's Modi meet in New Delhi;https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-scholz-india-s-modi-meet-in-new-delhi/a-70595432?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his top ministers are in New Delhi to hold key bilateral talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet.
Deutsche Welle;Pakistan: 10 police reportedly killed in Dera Ismail Khan;https://www.dw.com/en/pakistan-10-police-reportedly-killed-in-dera-ismail-khan/a-70595430?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
The police members were killed in an attack at a checkpoint near the Afghan border. The Pakistani Taliban (TTP) have claimed responsibility.
Deutsche Welle;Haiti: Gangs attack UN helicopter as violence surges;https://www.dw.com/en/haiti-gangs-attack-un-helicopter-as-violence-surges/a-70594862?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Haiti has been wracked by unrest since 2021. But a wave of gang violence in recent weeks, including an incident where a UN helicopter was shot at, has raised concerns about the situation in the country.
Deutsche Welle;Fast-food chains nix onions over McDonald's E. coli outbreak;https://www.dw.com/en/fast-food-chains-nix-onions-over-mcdonald-s-e-coli-outbreak/a-70594883?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Several popular fast-food restaurants in the US have taken fresh onions off their menus after an E. coli outbreak tied to McDonald's left one person dead and more dozens sick.
Deutsche Welle;Shipping firms to pay $102M over Baltimore bridge collapse;https://www.dw.com/en/shipping-firms-to-pay-102m-over-baltimore-bridge-collapse/a-70594686?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
The US government last month sued the Singapore-based firms behind the MV Dali, which crashed into the Baltimore bridge. The suit aimed to cover the costs of the government’s massive cleanup efforts.
Deutsche Welle;Putin ends BRICS summit overshadowed by Ukraine war;https://www.dw.com/en/putin-ends-brics-summit-overshadowed-by-ukraine-war/a-70594112?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Russia's Vladimir Putin claimed he was willing to forge better ties with the US "if they are open." Meanwhile, UN chief Antonio Guterres faced criticism for traveling to Russia amid its war in Ukraine.
Deutsche Welle;How North Korea is changing Russia's war in Ukraine;https://www.dw.com/en/how-north-korea-is-changing-russia-s-war-in-ukraine/a-70593397?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Signs are mounting that North Korean soldiers are fighting on Russia's side in Ukraine. Kyiv is already talking about a new war party. In what ways could heightened North Korean-Russian ties affect the war?
Deutsche Welle;In a knife-edge US election, will pollsters get it right?;https://www.dw.com/en/in-a-knife-edge-us-election-will-pollsters-get-it-right/a-70568746?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Pollsters are predicting a knife-edge US presidential election. But there's an art to the science of correctly representing the opinions of hundreds of millions of American voters.
Deutsche Welle;Austria elects far-right parliamentary speaker;https://www.dw.com/en/austria-elects-far-right-parliamentary-speaker/a-70593895?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Austrian parliamentarians elected Walter Rosenkranz of the FPÖ to the second-highest position in government. The appointment comes after the Freedom Party won the most seats in September's election.
Deutsche Welle;White House orders US security agencies to step up AI use;https://www.dw.com/en/white-house-orders-us-security-agencies-to-step-up-ai-use/a-70593881?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
National Security Adviser Sullivan emphasized that the US must outpace its rivals, including China, in harnessing AI technology. The plans also address risks, with a focus on protecting privacy and human rights.
Deutsche Welle;Turkey: Burials before possible talks with jailed PKK leader;https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-burials-before-possible-talks-with-jailed-pkk-leader/a-70592694?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Turkey has said it struck numerous PKK cells in response to a Wednesday terror attack in Ankara. Meanwhile, a deal could be in the works to free PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan if he vows to disband the group.
Deutsche Welle;BRICS expansion: What does it mean for Africa's future?;https://www.dw.com/en/brics-expansion-what-does-it-mean-for-africa-s-future/a-70590473?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
BRICS nations have concluded their meeting in the Russian city of Kazan, resolving to deepen economic ties. Some analysts say BRICS offers Africa a role in changing the global order, which also presents some risks.
Deutsche Welle;Coca-Cola recalls 28 million bottles in Austria;https://www.dw.com/en/coca-cola-recalls-28-million-bottles-in-austria/a-70591283?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Soft drinks giant Coca-Cola is recalling 28 million half-liter plastic bottles in Austria. It cited a risk that they could contain small pieces of metal after a factory mishap.
Deutsche Welle;Daniel Chapo of Frelimo wins Mozambique election;https://www.dw.com/en/daniel-chapo-of-frelimo-wins-mozambique-election/a-70590971?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Election officials in Mozambique have announced ruling left-wing party Frelimo's Daniel Chapo as the winner of the presidential election. Government opponents say the vote was tainted with electoral fraud.
Deutsche Welle;Alexandra Popp set for Germany swan song;https://www.dw.com/en/alexandra-popp-set-for-germany-swan-song/a-70362423?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
The Olympic gold medalist is set to play her last match for Germany where her international football career began 14 years ago.
Deutsche Welle;'Quantum leap' in climate ambition needed, says UN report;https://www.dw.com/en/quantum-leap-in-climate-ambition-needed-says-un-report/a-70578486?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
The latest UN emissions report shows current policies put the world on track for over 3C warming, with catastrophic climate consequences. The good news? We already have the technical solutions to prevent this.
Deutsche Welle;Norway train derails on north coast;https://www.dw.com/en/norway-train-derails-on-north-coast/a-70591374?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
According to police, a locomotive and five train carriages of the Arctic Circle Express went off the tracks. Witnesses and initial police assessments suggested a rock slide caused the derailment.
Deutsche Welle;Two lost medieval Silk Road cities mapped in Central Asia;https://www.dw.com/en/two-lost-medieval-silk-road-cities-mapped-in-central-asia/a-70589851?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Tugunbulak and Tashbulak, in the mountains of Uzbekistan, were bustling medieval centers of Silk Road trade between China, Arabia and Europe. Researchers have now mapped the cities using drone-borne LiDAR.
Deutsche Welle;Ukraine updates: S. Korea considers sending weapons to Kyiv;https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-s-korea-considers-sending-weapons-to-kyiv/live-70585885?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
South Korea's president said Seoul could "review" potentially supplying weapons to Ukraine after intelligence indicates 3,000 North Korean troops have already been sent to Russia sent to Russia. More on DW.
Deutsche Welle;Hezbollah finances: Israel attacks funding network of the terrorist militia;https://www.dw.com/en/hezbollah-finances-israel-attacks-funding-network-of-the-terrorist-militia/a-70579683?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
This week, Israel began a series of bombing raids on sites associated with Hezbollah's financial system. Its primary focus has been a de facto bank, but experts say the militia has multiple revenue streams.
Deutsche Welle;Menopause: German lawmakers push to break a taboo;https://www.dw.com/en/menopause-german-lawmakers-push-to-break-a-taboo/a-70577659?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
Nine million women in Germany live with menopause, a severe health condition little understood and discussed even less. Lawmakers take up the issue one year before the general election, hoping to attract female voters.
Deutsche Welle;Germany's Scholz and India's Modi to discuss economic ties;https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-scholz-and-india-s-modi-to-discuss-economic-ties/a-70584052?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-10-25 02:00:05
German Chancellor Scholz is heading to India with several high-ranking ministers in tow for talks with PM Modi and his government. The goals include deepening economic cooperation and allowing for skilled immigration.