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Hong Kong Human Rights

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Residents Call to Merge Housing Checking Unit with Buildings Department After Deadly Tai Po Fire

Legal representatives for displaced residents urge consolidation of government units following inquiry into regulatory failures linked to the 2025 Wang Fuk Court inferno.

Jul 18, 2026, 12:30 PM South China Morning Post World

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Hong Kong Police Arrest 61 Suspects Amid 46% Surge in Phone Scams

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 AM

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China Signals Possible Return of U.S. Trade Privileges for Hong Kong

Following a recent meeting between President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, China hints at restoring U.S. trade benefits for Hong Kong amid warming diplomatic relations.

NPR News | Jul 18, 2026, 7:18 AM

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Trump’s Claims of Chinese Election Interference Highlight Crisis in American Democracy, Says Beijing Adviser

A political scientist from the Chinese University of Hong Kong describes former President Donald Trump’s allegations as campaign rhetoric and urges the US to focus on democratic reforms.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:41 AM

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Men Sue North Dakota Hospital After DNA Tests Reveal They Were Switched at Birth 38 Years Ago

Two men discovered through DNA testing that they were switched at birth at Unity Medical Center in 1988 and are now suing the hospital for the impact on their lives.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 18, 2026, 4:46 AM

politics

Meta Oversight Board Finds AI Models Limit Political Criticism in Line with Restrictive Laws

A report reveals that major large language models (LLMs) often avoid generating politically critical content, reflecting national laws that restrict free expression.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 4:36 AM

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90% of Wang Fuk Court Owners Accept Government Buy-Back Offer Amid Concerns Over Rushed Decisions

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 AM

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Criticizes International Criminal Court, Threatens Action

Marco Rubio escalates US opposition to the International Criminal Court, citing threats to American legal sovereignty and the protection of US personnel abroad.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 2:08 AM

investigations

Trump Officials Push to Redirect Human Rights Aid Toward White South Africans and Right-Wing European Causes

The State Department under Trump administration officials sought to fund groups aligned with conservative European movements and advocates for white South Africans, marking a shift from traditional human rights aid.

ProPublica | Jul 18, 2026, 1:58 AM

global-institutions

Hunger Worsens for Over 100,000 Displaced Families in Sudan’s El Obeid

UN agencies report urgent food needs amid prolonged conflict and siege in El Obeid, with displaced populations relying heavily on reduced rations.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 11:40 PM

global-institutions

UN Appeals for Calm in Kashmir Amid Unrest; Ebola Deaths Rise in Congo Communities

The UN highlights growing concerns over fundamental freedoms in Kashmir ahead of elections and warns of a surge in Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 10:20 PM

world

'Inclusive' 2026 World Cup Criticized for Visa Restrictions Under Trump Administration

Rights groups say the Trump administration's strict visa policies undermined FIFA's promise of the most inclusive World Cup, barring fans and officials from several countries.

France 24 English | Jul 17, 2026, 8:37 PM

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Over 500 Rohingya Asylum Seekers Vanish at Sea After Leaving Myanmar

Two boats carrying approximately 530 Rohingya refugees disappeared after departing Myanmar's Rakhine State on June 29, amid rough monsoon seas and ongoing regional conflict.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 5:12 AM

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Chinese Scientist Achieves Breakthrough in Sodium-Ion Battery Technology

Scientist Lu Yaxiang of the Chinese Academy of Sciences makes significant progress toward commercial viability of sodium-ion batteries.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 5:06 AM

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Government Counsel Blames Private Stakeholders for Deadly Tai Po Fire in Final Inquiry

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 AM

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Trump to Deliver Critical Speech Amid Iran Crisis and Rising China Tensions

US President Donald Trump will address the nation in a prime-time speech focusing on escalating foreign conflicts and domestic political issues ahead of the 2026 midterms.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:34 AM

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Retail Rift in Hong Kong: Shops Seek Rent Relief Amid Ongoing Closures, Landlords See Market Recovery

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 AM

world

Sadiq Khan Appointed to House of Lords in Final UK PM Honours List

Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer names 26 new life peers, including London Mayor Sadiq Khan, ahead of leadership transition.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:15 AM

world

Ilhan Omar Calls for US to Join International Criminal Court Amid Trump Administration Opposition

Representative Ilhan Omar introduces a resolution urging the US to ratify the Rome Statute and join the ICC, countering efforts by former President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to undermine the court.

Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 11:02 PM

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Hong Kong Launches AI Education Blueprint Amid Varied Classroom Integration

The government’s new digital education plan aims to embed AI literacy across subjects, but a recent survey reveals uneven adoption among teachers.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 9:47 PM

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Government Counsel Blames Deceitful Firms for Deadly Tai Po Blaze

Jenkin Suen SC attributes the Wang Fuk Court fire primarily to contractors’ misconduct, highlighting systemic regulatory challenges but cautioning against overemphasizing government failures.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 2:48 PM

world

HRW Chief Accuses Trump Administration of Assault on Human Rights at Home and Abroad

Human Rights Watch executive director Philippe Bolopion criticizes the Trump administration for human rights abuses in US detention centers and its foreign policy stance against international institutions.

France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 1:57 PM

general

Hong Kong Official Issues Warning to Booksellers Following Police Raids

Authorities conduct third round of arrests targeting independent bookstores within four months.

NPR News | Jul 16, 2026, 1:52 PM

world

Hong Kong’s Short-Haul Tourist Arrivals Drop 15% Amid Strong Dollar and Flight Cuts

Despite a 7% overall increase in visitors in June 2026, Hong Kong saw a significant decline in short-haul tourist arrivals due to higher fuel costs and weaker regional currencies.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 10:22 AM