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South China Morning Post World
Finance Chief Paul Chan pledges to promote global yuan use following debut of offshore Chinese government bond futures.
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Analysts suggest China may deploy carrier groups in the Philippine Sea to intercept enemy forces and deter intervention in a potential Taiwan war.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 6:41 AM
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The Hong Kong Observatory faced criticism for not raising the storm warning above No. 3 as Typhoon Prapiroon brought severe winds, putting workers and residents at risk.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 4:15 AM
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US President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt to military strikes on Iran following an emerging agreement among Middle Eastern allies aimed at ending the ongoing conflict.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 4:01 AM
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Financial quotient training classes have surged in popularity among mainland Chinese parents aiming to equip their children with entrepreneurship and wealth management skills.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 3:26 AM
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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu held a townhall meeting with residents to gather feedback on the city’s first five-year plan and his fifth annual policy address.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 3:12 AM
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US President Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform began offering Wall Street traders paid early access to his posts, raising concerns about insider trading and use of public office for private gain.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 2:28 AM
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Wellington has rapidly expanded its defence diplomacy in the Pacific, securing agreements with Papua New Guinea, the Cook Islands, and exploring ties with an Australia-Fiji alliance to counter China’s growing security presence.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 1:50 AM
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A gunman opened fire at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, killing multiple people and injuring others before dying at the scene.
Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 1:36 AM
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As the People’s Liberation Army approaches its centenary, its evolution reflects the Communist Party’s sustained emphasis on absolute control over the armed forces, rooted in Mao-era doctrines and reinforced through ongoing political measures.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 12:00 AM
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi cautioned the US against fresh attacks, signaling strong regional repercussions amid ongoing tensions.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 11:07 PM
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A small plane carrying tourists to view the Nazca Lines crashed near Pisco, Peru, resulting in 13 fatalities.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 9:24 PM
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US President Donald Trump rejects his Justice Department’s conclusion that a flawed installation caused damage to the Reflecting Pool, insisting vandalism was to blame.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 8:32 PM
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Colombian authorities blame the National Liberation Army for a truck bomb attack in Cucuta amid escalating tensions ahead of a presidential inauguration.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 7:53 PM
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A blast outside a central Moscow restaurant on August 1st killed three people, including the suspected bomber, and injured more than 20 others, prompting a police investigation.
Deutsche Welle | Aug 1, 2026, 7:39 PM
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The White House featured a track by Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny, known for opposing former President Trump’s immigration policies, in a video about ICE operations, sparking social media criticism.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 6:46 PM
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Housing Secretary Winnie Ho Wing-yin announces public consultation on adjusting the public housing supply ratio amid plans to increase subsidised sale flats.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 6:06 PM
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Following heightened threats from US President Donald Trump against Iran, American embassies across the Middle East have warned citizens to prepare for possible escalation and departure.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 6:04 PM
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Israeli military reports killing multiple Hezbollah militants and injuring an Israeli soldier in a southern Lebanon security zone despite an ongoing ceasefire.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 5:52 PM
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Veteran naval test pilot Yang Yong received a top defence science and technology award from President Xi Jinping after safely landing a plane despite a critical cabin pressure leak.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 4:08 PM
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An executive order signed by US President Donald Trump mandates arms manufacturers to phase out Chinese rare earths, aiming for long-term national security despite short-term industry challenges.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 3:27 PM
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The Hong Kong Observatory warns of heavy rain and squally thunderstorms affecting southern China’s coast, with multiple landslide reports already received.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 3:15 PM
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A severe storm in the Saxon Switzerland region of Saxony, Germany, resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, prompting evacuations and event cancellations.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 2:24 PM
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The Hong Kong garrison of the People’s Liberation Army celebrated its 99th founding anniversary, pledging to enhance its role in patriotic and defence education while reaffirming loyalty to the Communist Party of China.
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