Oil Prices Surge Amid US Strikes on Iran and Strait of Hormuz Shipping Incident
Oil prices rose sharply on July 20, 2026, following US military actions against Iran and a fire aboard a vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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Oil prices rose sharply on July 20, 2026, following US military actions against Iran and a fire aboard a vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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Residents of Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong express frustration over excluded agenda items as they attend a long-awaited meeting to discuss post-fire issues.
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The International Organisation for Mediation (IOMed), headquartered in Hong Kong, continues to expand its influence and resolve international disputes despite geopolitical challenges.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 19, 2026, 6:51 AMworld
The entire Legislative Council of Hong Kong has traveled to Beijing for a week-long visit aimed at deepening lawmakers' understanding of national policies and development strategies.
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The independent inquiry panel investigating the 2025 Wang Fuk Court blaze in Hong Kong will submit its final report a month later than planned due to the extensive volume of documents under review.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:03 PMworld
Legal representatives for displaced residents urge consolidation of government units following inquiry into regulatory failures linked to the 2025 Wang Fuk Court inferno.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 12:30 PMworld
A police crackdown on phone scams in Hong Kong led to the arrest of 61 suspects, as reported cases and financial losses from such scams have sharply increased in early 2026.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 9:21 AMworld
Majority of flat owners at the fire-damaged Wang Fuk Court have agreed to the government’s buy-back plan, though some residents express unease about the speed of decision-making and priority selection.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 4:19 AMworld
An independent panel investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire hears closing statements attributing primary blame to renovation contractors and consultants amid a HK$336 million project.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 3:10 AMworld
Despite a 10% rise in retail sales in early 2026, Hong Kong faces a wave of shop closures with tenants pleading for significant rent cuts while landlords offer limited relief.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 12:37 AMworld
The government’s new digital education plan aims to embed AI literacy across subjects, but a recent survey reveals uneven adoption among teachers.
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South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 2:48 PMgeneral
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NPR News | Jul 16, 2026, 1:52 PMworld
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South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 10:22 AMworld
The city’s transport minister announced a timeline for licensing and regulation of ride-hailing platforms following legislative approval.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 6:21 AMworld
Lawmaker Ben Chan Han-pan calls for clear communication and sufficient facilities as the Legislative Council prepares to pass the Huanggang Port Hong Kong Port Area Bill.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 4:39 AMworld
An independent committee continues its investigation into Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades, highlighting systemic failures during a costly renovation project.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:15 AMworld
Authorities accuse the suspects of selling seditious books inciting hatred against the government, amid a challenging environment for independent bookstores.
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