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China executed a series of Myanmar crime bosses
South China Morning Post, Published on 08/02/2026
» BEIJING — In less than a week, China conducted a series of executions on a scale rarely seen in recent decades.
Why mammals that band together may face lower cancer risks
South China Morning Post, Published on 02/12/2025
» BUENOS AIRES — Much research on cancer prevalence has focused on genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors. But a new study by Argentine researchers offers a novel evolutionary perspective: the social structure of mammals may play a critical role in cancer risk.
Quake fears drive some Hong Kong tourists away from Asian cities
South China Morning Post, Published on 14/04/2025
» HONG KONG — Concerns over earthquakes have contributed to a decline in the number of Hong Kong residents joining tour groups to some popular Asian destinations this Easter, despite prices falling by as much as 15% over last year's level, one of the city's largest travel agents has said.
Air passenger from Bangkok arrested in Hong Kong over 'space oil' haul worth B36m
South China Morning Post, Published on 14/02/2025
» HONG KONG — A 22-year-old air passenger from Bangkok has been arrested in Hong Kong on suspicion of bringing in eight kilogrammes of the key component of the emerging drug known as "space oil", worth an estimated HK$8.4 million (36 million baht).
China breaks durian import record
South China Morning Post, Published on 23/01/2025
» LONDON — With China's durian imports breaking records in 2024 - reaching nearly US$7 billion in value - competition for its market, the world's largest, has intensified as Vietnam and Malaysia ramp up their efforts to dethrone Thailand as chief provider of the beloved tropical fruit.
Thailand's property boom attracts Chinese investors, but fraud risks loom
South China Morning Post, Published on 19/12/2024
» Thailand's property market is booming and so is fraud. Mainland Chinese buyers, who accounted for nearly half of the purchases by foreigners last year, are among the victims.
Xi, Putin vow stronger China-Russia cooperation for 'fair world order'
South China Morning Post, Published on 23/10/2024
» KAZAN - China and Russia are committed to boosting their cooperation for a "fair world order" amid chaotic times, their leaders stated at their third face-to-face meeting this year.
Hong Kong resellers triple prices for Coldplay tickets
South China Morning Post, Published on 08/10/2024
» Tickets for Coldplay's coming shows in Hong Kong have appeared on reselling platforms such as Facebook and Carousell for up to three times their original price, as the first batch of tickets were officially released.
China doubles cash subsidies to propel EV sales as economic growth falls short
South China Morning Post, Published on 26/07/2024
» HONG KONG - Beijing has doubled subsidies granted to electric vehicle (EV) buyers, just three months after it rolled out incentives to accelerate the transition of the domestic automotive industry.
Hong Kong's film industry to get more cash to promote city
South China Morning Post, Published on 18/06/2024
» HONG KONG - More government cash will be pumped into Hong Kong's film industry to help it break into international markets and promote the city's culture overseas, the finance chief has said.