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Page 88 of 179 Β· 3,562 analyzedHong Kongβs iconic Bank of China Tower opens in 1990 β SCMP archive
An archive piece from May 1990 reporting on the official opening of Hong Kong's Bank of China Tower, where political and business leaders attended festivities. The article notes that recent tensions between participants were set aside during the celebration with handshakes and formal proceedings.
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Swatch-Audemars Piguet watch launch ignites global chaos, tear gas fired in Paris
A collaborative Swatch-Audemars Piguet limited edition watch launch sparked disorder across multiple European cities and New York, with French police deploying tear gas near Paris to manage crowds. Hundreds of consumers camped overnight or longer hoping to purchase the "Royal Pop" timepieces.
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Hong Kong man, 38, killed after motorcycle crashes into fallen tree
A 38-year-old motorcyclist died in Hong Kong's New Territories after his motorcycle failed to brake in time and crashed into a fallen tree on Yuen Shin Road near Tolo Highway. Police received a report of the accident on Saturday evening at 10:32pm. The incident is reported as a traffic fatality with no apparent criminal or political dimensions.
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Every window a solar panel: Australia-China joint venture to set up in Hong Kong
Australian solar technology company ClearVue Technologies is establishing a joint venture with Chinese vacuum-glass maker LandVac in Hong Kong to manufacture power-generating glass for building facades. The venture is framed as leveraging China's manufacturing capabilities to provide affordable renewable energy solutions amid rising energy prices.
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What do Chinaβs plans for βcomprehensiveβ new AI law mean for future of technology?
China's government has announced plans to develop comprehensive AI legislation, signaling accelerated governance efforts. Industry observers interpret this as evidence that China has gained sufficient practical experience to move forward with formal regulation.
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Indonesia pushes back after Chinese business group complains tougher rules hurt investors
Chinese businesses in Indonesia have warned President Prabowo that new regulatory rules are damaging investor confidence, particularly in the nickel sector. Indonesian ministers have responded by asserting that national sovereignty over resources takes priority, while claiming openness to dialogue. The story frames this as growing tension between Jakarta's resource control agenda and foreign investment interests.
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Is China becoming Europeβs top science partner amid an American brain drain?
The article reports that China is becoming a stronger scientific partner for Europe as the U.S. experiences a brain drain of young scientists. A German research leader suggests geopolitical shifts are causing significant changes in global talent flows, with scientists relocating from America to Europe and China.
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Canadian cruise passenger gets a presumptive positive hantavirus test result
A Canadian cruise passenger received a presumptive positive hantavirus test result following an outbreak on a cruise ship. Confirmation from Canada's National Microbiology Lab is pending. Provincial health officials characterized the result as anticipated rather than surprising.
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Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague at age 91
Felicien Kabuga, a 91-year-old Rwandan genocide suspect accused of financing and encouraging the 1994 Tutsi massacre, died in custody at The Hague after judges declared him unfit to stand trial in 2023. The article reports his death in a hospital while under UN court jurisdiction, nearly three decades after the 100-day genocide that killed approximately 800,000 people.
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Bulgariaβs Dara wins Eurovision contest, beating out Israel for top spot
Bulgaria's Dara won the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, securing first place despite Israel receiving strong public votes for second place. The competition was marked by a five-country boycott related to the Gaza conflict, casting the traditionally apolitical event into controversy.
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Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest ahead of Israel
Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time with the song 'Bangaranga' performed by Dara, finishing ahead of Israel. The final was marked by a boycott from five countries protesting over Gaza-related concerns.
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Maduro ally Alex Saab deported to US
Venezuelan businessman Alex Saab, identified as an ally of former President NicolΓ‘s Maduro, was deported to the United States on May 16. The report cites Venezuela's migration agency SAIME as the source. No additional details about charges, legal proceedings, or circumstances are provided.
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Venezuelan official Alex Saab, a Maduro ally, deported to US
Venezuelan businessman Alex Saab, described as a Maduro ally, was deported to the United States according to Venezuela's migration agency SAIME. The article provides minimal detail beyond the deportation announcement and Saab's background as a Colombian-Venezuelan official.
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Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again
Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time, with Israel placing second. The event was marked by a boycott from five countries protesting Gaza-related concerns.
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Eurovision Song Contest final gets under way in Gazaβs shadow
The Eurovision Song Contest final began in Vienna on Saturday amid a boycott by five nations protesting Israel's participation over the Gaza conflict. The headline emphasizes the geopolitical shadow cast over the event rather than the contest itself.
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Suing His Own IRS? Creating a $1.8 Billion Slush Fund? What the Hell Is Trump Trying to Pull?
The article reports on Sen. Ron Wyden's criticism of the Trump administration, characterizing his statement accusing it of corruption and plotting unspecified misconduct. The piece uses Wyden's emotional reaction as its primary framing device without detailing the specific allegations or administrative actions being referenced.
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Train cart found with 6 dead migrants inside came from Long Beach, officials say
Six migrants were discovered dead inside a train car in Laredo, Texas on Sunday. Officials have identified Long Beach as the point of origin for the train. The story reports basic facts about a trafficking-related death incident.
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Trump administration considers $1.7B fund to compensate allies
The story reports that the Trump administration is considering establishing a $1.776 billion fund specifically to reimburse legal fees for individuals allied with President Trump. The brief description provides minimal detail about the scope, rationale, or implementation of this proposed fund. The article appears to be a straightforward news report with limited elaboration on the circumstances or broader context.
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Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague
FΓ©licien Kabuga, a suspect in the Rwandan genocide, died in custody in The Hague on Saturday according to UN sources. The report provides minimal additional context about his death, circumstances, or background.
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Eurovision Song Contest final takes the stage, stung by Gaza boycott
The Eurovision Song Contest final is proceeding in Vienna despite a boycott by five nations protesting Israel's participation. The story frames this as the event being 'stung' by the boycott, emphasizing disruption without providing detailed context on the nations, their stated reasons, or protest scale.
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