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Reaction to Twitter messages by Donald Trump aimed at four non-white congresswomen shows Americans are unwilling to accept racial bias
Reaction to Twitter messages by Donald Trump aimed at four non-white congresswomen shows Americans are unwilling to accept racial bias
With both sides seeking to ride out the conflict, the American president cannot afford to gloat over Beijing figures showing slowing economic growth
With both sides seeking to ride out the conflict, the American president cannot afford to gloat over Beijing figures showing slowing economic growth
Shocking scenes following weekend protests in Sheung Shui and Sha Tin have stunned world and hurt those who love Hong Kong
Shocking scenes following weekend protests in Sheung Shui and Sha Tin have stunned world and hurt those who love Hong Kong
Sport should be encouraged, not just as a form of entertainment or a way of keeping fit, but for the wider benefits it brings
Sport should be encouraged, not just as a form of entertainment or a way of keeping fit, but for the wider benefits it brings
Residents marching against a waste-to-energy incinerator is a reminder that the mainland needs to fast-track waste-sorting and recycling efforts.
Residents marching against a waste-to-energy incinerator is a reminder that the mainland needs to fast-track waste-sorting and recycling efforts.
Against the backdrop of the row over the extradition bill, a record 350,000 people have signed up to vote in the coming elections.
Against the backdrop of the row over the extradition bill, a record 350,000 people have signed up to vote in the coming elections.
Strong action is needed to stop leaks of secret diplomatic cables as envoys must give frank analyses to their governments without fear or favour
Strong action is needed to stop leaks of secret diplomatic cables as envoys must give frank analyses to their governments without fear or favour
Beijing has called on US not to supply tanks and missiles to island, but an even bigger order for warplanes is being considered by White House
Beijing has called on US not to supply tanks and missiles to island, but an even bigger order for warplanes is being considered by White House
As the chief executive’s cabinet and highest decision-making body, it cannot walk away unscathed from crisis and a thorough review is required
As the chief executive’s cabinet and highest decision-making body, it cannot walk away unscathed from crisis and a thorough review is required
The government, being the key shareholder of the rail giant, is ultimately accountable, too, for the many shortcomings we have seen in recent years.
The government, being the key shareholder of the rail giant, is ultimately accountable, too, for the many shortcomings we have seen in recent years.
Animosity arising from wartime forced labour puts free-trade zone vital to economic growth – and agreed by Beijing, Tokyo and Seoul – under threat.
Animosity arising from wartime forced labour puts free-trade zone vital to economic growth – and agreed by Beijing, Tokyo and Seoul – under threat.
Although sights may be set on traditional careers in medicine, law and finance, well-paid opportunities also await in new industries driven by technology
Although sights may be set on traditional careers in medicine, law and finance, well-paid opportunities also await in new industries driven by technology
China and European bloc are united over multilateralism and there will be no change with fresh faces at top, although some concerns have to be addressed.
China and European bloc are united over multilateralism and there will be no change with fresh faces at top, although some concerns have to be addressed.
The recent World Cup in France has proved that women deserve higher pay, judging by entertainment value and audience numbers.
The recent World Cup in France has proved that women deserve higher pay, judging by entertainment value and audience numbers.
Carrie Lam may have sounded death knell for extradition bill, but many remain unconvinced and greater efforts are needed to tackle discontent.
Carrie Lam may have sounded death knell for extradition bill, but many remain unconvinced and greater efforts are needed to tackle discontent.
Some pro-government politicians blame the subject for radicalising young protesters, but education chiefs deny this and views of public are being sought
Some pro-government politicians blame the subject for radicalising young protesters, but education chiefs deny this and views of public are being sought
Global initiatives such as Plastic Free July are just one way Hong Kong can cut down on waste, because half-hearted government policies are set to have little effect
Global initiatives such as Plastic Free July are just one way Hong Kong can cut down on waste, because half-hearted government policies are set to have little effect
Her nomination to be European Central Bank president means China will still have an influential friend at the summit of international finance
Her nomination to be European Central Bank president means China will still have an influential friend at the summit of international finance
Trump presidency is renowned for uncertainties and gaps between what is said and what is done
Trump presidency is renowned for uncertainties and gaps between what is said and what is done
The local game is in need of investment, and while allowing in more mainland teams would bring in cash there is the risk that they will dominate the competition
The local game is in need of investment, and while allowing in more mainland teams would bring in cash there is the risk that they will dominate the competition
A collective effort is needed and Washington should act responsibly and look beyond politics and short-term gain
A collective effort is needed and Washington should act responsibly and look beyond politics and short-term gain
As the mainland metropolis introduces compulsory household garbage sorting, Hong Kong needs to follow suit and introduce a charging system
As the mainland metropolis introduces compulsory household garbage sorting, Hong Kong needs to follow suit and introduce a charging system
Helping bolster trade and supply routes in developing parts of the world are to Beijing’s advantage and it has all to lose by impoverishing nations
Helping bolster trade and supply routes in developing parts of the world are to Beijing’s advantage and it has all to lose by impoverishing nations
As many parts of world legalise or relax use of drug, the risk of unintentional smuggling by travellers is growing and authorities are in need of more resources
As many parts of world legalise or relax use of drug, the risk of unintentional smuggling by travellers is growing and authorities are in need of more resources
Counselling hotlines have reported an alarming increase in calls amid political turmoil and city must nurture its most precious asset – future generations
Counselling hotlines have reported an alarming increase in calls amid political turmoil and city must nurture its most precious asset – future generations
Leaders of China and Japan share concerns about US unilateralism and protectionism, and agreed in Osaka to work together on a wide range of issues
Leaders of China and Japan share concerns about US unilateralism and protectionism, and agreed in Osaka to work together on a wide range of issues
Not a single ex-official will be considered in amnesty marking 70th anniversary of the People’s Republic, suggesting war against graft is far from over
Not a single ex-official will be considered in amnesty marking 70th anniversary of the People’s Republic, suggesting war against graft is far from over
Radical protesters who stormed Legco must pay the price for their actions, while authorities must find a way out of this quagmire and restore order
Radical protesters who stormed Legco must pay the price for their actions, while authorities must find a way out of this quagmire and restore order