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First Half

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A 46 segment × 3 exposure HDR panorama of the Hong Kong night skyline. Taken from Lugard Road at Victoria Peak .

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SF Reit’s Distributable Income Drops 7.3% in First Half of 2026 as Occupancy Remains Stable

Hong Kong’s first logistics-focused real estate investment trust reports a decline in income and revenue despite steady occupancy rates across its portfolio in Hong Kong and mainland China.

Aug 13, 2026, 2:47 PM South China Morning Post World

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"The Wings" by Studio Libeskind , a sculpture and light installation erected in 2016 for the newly built Siemens headquarters in Munich , Germany.

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China’s AgiBot Surpasses Unitree as Leading Global Humanoid Robot Vendor in First Half of 2026

Shanghai-based AgiBot captured 44% of the global humanoid robot market, shipping 8,400 units, while Hangzhou-based Unitree shipped 5,900 units, as both prepare for IPOs amid a physical AI boom.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 10, 2026, 12:02 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Hong Kong Sees 44% Rise in Fatal Traffic Accidents in First Half of 2026, Many Involving Elderly Drivers

Police report a significant increase in deadly traffic incidents, prompting support for stricter health checks for older motorists.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 5, 2026, 9:34 AM 1 source Single-source report

The Seven Sisters , a series of seven chalk cliff peaks along the East Sussex coast in England. Seaford head in the background is on the other side of the River Cuckmere and not part of the Seven Sisters. Taken by myself as a series of 7 frames with a Canon 5D and 70-200mm f/2.8L lens at 200mm.

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US Increases Imports of Asian Goods in First Half of 2026 Amid Tariff Changes

Ahead of new tariffs imposed in late July, US retailers increased imports from Asia to stockpile goods.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 4, 2026, 1:43 PM 1 source Single-source report

Warming stripes graphic depicting annual mean global temperatures (1850-2018, from World Meteorological Organization data)), said in the reference to have been produced for the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) provisional State of the Climate report General notes: Credit for general concept of warming stripes : climate scientist Ed Hawkins, University of Reading , U.K. Data values are visualized using color rather than locations of points on a graph. Horizontal scale is time, from 1850 (left) to 2018 (right). Data is global (not for a locality). This is an early, original chart from Dr. Hawkins, and should not be updated as the years pass. Update: newer versions of the warming stripes under more permissive CC‑BY‑4.0 licensing available here: showyourstripes.info

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Global M&A Deals Hit Record $2.8 Trillion in First Half of 2026 Amid AI Competition

Mergers and acquisitions worldwide surged to $2.84 trillion from January to June 2026, driven by U.S. tech firms vying for dominance in artificial intelligence and related sectors.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 5:11 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Global Corporate Bond Sales Reach Nearly $3.7 Trillion in First Half of 2026 Amid AI Investment Surge

Corporate bond issuance hits a record high as major tech firms like Amazon and Oracle raise funds for artificial intelligence projects, prompting investor caution over rising credit spreads.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 9:21 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Germany Reports Over 5,100 Heat-Related Deaths in First Half of 2026

The Robert Koch Institute estimates more than 5,100 heat-related deaths in Germany through June 28, 2026, based on statistical correlations with temperature data.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 17, 2026, 7:57 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Hong Kong Sees 13% Rise in Tourist Arrivals to 26.7 Million in First Half of 2026

Visitor numbers increased as Hong Kong hosted more mega-events and expanded travel destinations, with a notable shift in tourist spending patterns.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 11:41 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Spain and Argentina End First Half of World Cup Final Goalless in New Jersey

The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina remained scoreless after a cautious first half marked by strong possession from Spain and physical play from Argentina.

Al Jazeera | Jul 19, 2026, 9:30 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Cathay Pacific Reports Best First-Half Profit Since 2010 Despite Middle East Conflict

Strong passenger and cargo demand help Hong Kong’s flag carrier offset rising fuel costs amid Iran war tensions.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 5, 2026, 5:01 AM 1 source Single-source report

Footprint of HSBC Bank USA branches within the United States . Zip codes with more than one branch have progressively larger points. On the left, the US west coast, on the upper right, the eastern seaboard ( New York state to Washington DC ), the lower right: Florida .

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HSBC Reports 23% Rise in First-Half 2026 Profit Driven by Asia Wealth Management

European bank HSBC sees pre-tax profit surge to $19.5 billion, fueled by higher fee income and strong asset inflows from Asia, despite credit losses in the UK and Hong Kong.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 4, 2026, 7:11 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Hong Kong to Raise 2026 GDP Forecast After Strong First-Half Growth

Finance Chief Paul Chan pledges to promote global yuan use following debut of offshore Chinese government bond futures.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 6:42 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Global Corporate Bond Sales Reach Nearly $3.7 Trillion in First Half Amid AI Investment Surge

Corporate bond issuance hits a record high as major tech firms raise funds for artificial intelligence projects, prompting investors to demand higher yields.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 7:43 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Global Corporate Bond Sales Reach Nearly $3.7 Trillion in First Half Amid AI Investment Surge

Corporate bond issuance hits a record high as major tech firms fund artificial intelligence projects, prompting investors to demand higher yields.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 6:50 PM 1 source Single-source report

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First Half of England vs Argentina World Cup Semifinal Ends Scoreless Amid Tensions

The highly anticipated 2026 World Cup semifinal in Atlanta saw heated exchanges and fouls dominate the first 45 minutes, with Argentina holding a slight possession advantage over England.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 9:46 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Egypt Leads Argentina After First Half in 2026 World Cup Round of 16

Egypt takes a surprising lead with a goal and crucial saves against Argentina, including a penalty stop on Messi, in Atlanta.

Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 5:58 PM 1 source Single-source report

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BYD Reports 16% Decline in First-Half 2026 Sales Amid China EV Subsidy Changes

Chinese automaker BYD experiences its first January-June sales drop in six years, citing shifts in domestic electric vehicle subsidies.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 1, 2026, 3:12 PM 1 source Single-source report

Giải VinFuture lần 3 tại nhà hát Hồ Gươm.

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Vietnam's Vingroup Expands into Rail and Renewable Energy Amid Profit Surge

Vingroup's first-half profit rise from property sales fuels expansion into infrastructure and energy sectors while supporting its electric vehicle unit.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 2:19 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Sri Lanka Intensifies Military-Backed Anti-Dengue Campaign Amid Rising Deaths

With dengue infections more than doubling in the first half of 2026, Sri Lanka is expanding its efforts to curb the mosquito-borne disease, focusing on the capital and nearby districts.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 12:44 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China’s Big Three Airlines Face Up to $1.33 Billion Loss Amid Middle East Conflict

China Southern, Air China, and China Eastern report deeper first-half losses primarily due to rising fuel costs linked to ongoing Middle East war.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 8:33 AM 1 source Single-source report

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US-Sanctioned Hengli Petrochemical Reports Profit Surge Amid Global Market Shifts

Hengli Petrochemical, a Shanghai-listed company linked to a US-sanctioned Chinese refinery, more than doubled its profit in the first half of 2026, reflecting a broader profit increase in China's petrochemical sector.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 8:21 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Children in Sudan Suffer Heavily Amid Escalating Drone Attacks and Conflict

UNICEF reports at least 330 children killed or injured in Sudan during the first half of 2026, with drone strikes causing a majority of casualties, prompting UN investigations into the crisis.

UN News | Jul 7, 2026, 2:47 AM 1 source Single-source report

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NRL Round Highlights: Warriors Lead Titans, Roosters Dominate Dragons, Broncos Edge Knights

On August 1, 2026, key NRL matches saw the New Zealand Warriors strengthen their top-four position against the Gold Coast Titans, the Sydney Roosters secure a commanding win over the St George Illawarra Dragons, and the Brisbane Broncos keep finals hopes alive with a victory over the Newcastle Knights.

ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 6:25 AM 1 source Single-source report

Angel Peak FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Station photographed in December of 2018.

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FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau Returns to Private Sector Role at NBAA

Chris Rocheleau, former acting FAA administrator, is leaving the agency to rejoin the National Business Aviation Association as COO.

The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 10:30 PM 1 source Single-source report