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Trump says may leave UFC arena on White House lawn permanently
The US president compared the structure to France’s Eiffel Tower, which was supposed to have been dismantled 20 years after it was built.
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Europe
Ukraine, Hungary agree on minority rights, paving way for EU accession talks
The long-running dispute had strained ties between Budapest and Kyiv and complicated Hungary’s support for Ukraine’s EU ambitions.
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Diplomacy
China, EU slam proposed US tariffs, reject forced labour claims
Trump administration threatens tariffs of up to 12.5 per cent on imports from 60 economies over failure to ban goods made with forced labour.
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Europe
Portugal and Austria defeat Germany for seats on UN Security Council
Kyrgyzstan beat the Philippines by a vote of 143-49 to join the council for the first time.
2 hours ago
Russia & Central Asia
Ukraine drone strikes causing ‘panic’ for Kremlin, EU’s Kallas says
Russia is increasing attacks on civilians because it doesn’t know how to respond to attacks deep in its territory, the top EU diplomat says.
3 hours ago
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US
‘I will sell to someone else’: Brazil’s Lula hits back at US after China beef win
The president also branded Rubio a ‘frustrated Latino’ and vowed Brazil would ‘not be treated as an insignificant little republic’ by the US.
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Europe
Wim Wenders pulls 1975 film over nude scene with Nastassja Kinski, who was 13
The acclaimed director apologised to the actress for not protecting her during the making of ‘The Wrong Move’.
3 hours ago
United States & Canada
Trump says Vance-Rubio team-up for 2028 run would be unbeatable
Trump has continued to fuel the succession talk even as both Vance and Rubio downplay their 2028 ambitions.
5 hours ago
Football
Scotland’s Tartan Army to bring ‘the party’ on return to World Cup after 28 years
Thousands of fans will defy exorbitant prices to visit Boston and Miami, hoping to see their team get past group stage for first time.
5 hours ago
Hong Kong Economy
MTR Corp boss Jacob Kam elected chairman of Hong Kong’s largest business chamber
Kam takes over as head of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce for one-year term.
5 hours ago
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United States & Canada
FBI kill man holding hostages in California after 12-hour standoff, bomb threat
The stand-off ended with all hostages freed and none hurt, police said.
6 hours ago
Racing
Fownes breaks own Valley record with 41 wins thanks to Wednesday night double
The ‘King Of The Valley’ now sits on 60 victories for the season, three above the next highest placed trainer Danny Shum.
6 hours ago
Africa
Kenya health minister says US Ebola quarantine centre will proceed amid protests
Kenyans are angry their land is being used by a foreign power in a way that has colonial undertones, and over the risk of Ebola spreading.
6 hours ago
Society
Sweden outlines child care policy amid registration row over infant in Hong Kong
Government explains how decision to take child away from parents is reached, shedding light on Hong Kong couple’s custody battle for daughter.
6 hours ago
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Tennis
Sabalenka knocked out of French Open as Zheng Qinwen’s conqueror keeps going
World No 1 makes 57 unforced errors against Russian Diana Shnaider, while Maja Chwalinska becomes only second qualifier to reach semis.
3 Jun 2026 - 10:25PM
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Tech
Want to save the planet? Stop being so polite to AI chatbots
UN report reveals massive energy, water, and e-waste footprint, urging sustainable practices as AI usage skyrockets.
3 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM
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China Economy
Hong Kong banks tighten rules in mainland China as Beijing pores over outflows
Some banks are exercising more caution with offshore accounts for their mainland China clients amid tighter investment controls from Beijing.
3 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM
China Economy
China’s new plan to feed 1.4 billion people: AI, gene editing and edible algae
Beijing’s latest agriculture plan focuses on harnessing frontier technologies – from AI and gene editing to alternative food sources.
3 Jun 2026 - 9:30PM
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Tech Trends
Hong Kong unveils HKGAI-V3 model built on domestic tech and DeepSeek V4
Agent Workshop operated stably for up to 28 hours without interruption in a single session to produce a research report.
3 Jun 2026 - 9:00PM
China Economy
How China plans to turn the AI computing boom into a new financial market
Aimed at attracting capital into hi-tech sectors, the move would be a first for the city and comes weeks after US-based CME Group announced a similar plan.
3 Jun 2026 - 9:00PM
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Science
Chinese AI lets everyday users command quantum computing with natural language
Shanghai-based start-up and researchers unveil platform to turn complex emergent field of computer science into mass-accessible technology.
3 Jun 2026 - 9:00PM
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World Opinion
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How cooperating with the US on economic security could backfire
The conflict in the Middle East and the ensuing turmoil are testing the conventional concept of economic security.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:30PM
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Cricket
Hong Kong cricket’s ‘transformational’ chance after booking Asian Games ticket
City team follow up Bahrain victory with win over Singapore to earn place in 10-team tournament in Nagoya, where HKSI funding is up for grabs.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:26PM
China Economy
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EU and China set for Paris talks this week as trade war fears mount
Bloc puts ‘carrot-and-stick’ approach to test in high-stakes meeting with Beijing’s international trade envoy on sidelines of OECD meeting.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:20PM
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Asia
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Security camera captures bear attack in Japan
Security footage shows an Asian black bear chasing a factory worker and throwing him to the ground.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:17PM
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Politics
Citizen group to press for ‘transparency’ in Philippine VP’s impeachment trial
The Bantay Senado network aims to fill gaps in information, accountability and engagement, and ensure senators conduct a fair trial.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:13PM
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East Asia
Typhoon Jangmi churns along Japan’s Pacific coast, leaves dozens hurt
Heavy rain continued in the Tokyo metropolitan area in the morning, with flood danger warnings for several rivers in the capital.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:12PM
Tech
Order coffee, book a flight, buy a burger: Alibaba broadens Qwen’s reach
As Tencent prepares a rival WeChat agent, Alibaba is moving quickly to turn Qwen from a chatbot into a digital concierge for everyday life.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
China
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Sale is the latest example of how foreign businesses in China are revamping models amid heated domestic competition
Haagen-Dazs’ parent company sells its shops in China.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
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Southeast Asia
Indonesia arrests sacked head of free meal scheme
Dadan Hindayana is accused of ‘crimes in the management’ of President Prabowo’s flagship scheme.
3 Jun 2026 - 7:53PM