Hong Kong parents and concern groups urged authorities to reinstate student subsidies as textbook prices rose by an average of 3.6 per cent for the 2026-27 academic year, the highest increase since 2020.
A US Senate committee votes along party lines to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions about his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, citing over 100 invocations of his Fifth Amendment right.
Anthony Fauci faces a contempt-of-Congress vote by a Senate committee after invoking his Fifth Amendment right during a hearing regarding pandemic origins and his private diary entries.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. engaged in a heated interview with CNN's Dana Bash, accusing her network of "press malpractice" during the Covid-19 pandemic. The debate covered vaccine efficacy, treatment of skeptics, and the role of media and experts, following recent measles outbreaks and a contentious hearing involving Anthony Fauci.
A Senate committee hearing reignited political divisions over the US response to COVID-19, with Republicans criticizing Anthony Fauci and reviving the Wuhan lab leak theory, despite no conclusive evidence.
Peter Lee*, a 28-year-old, spent HK$90,000 on loot boxes in mobile games over six years, driven by randomised rewards and a "sunk cost" mentality to obtain desired items for team performance, a practice he started during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing led by Sen. Rand Paul, refusing to answer questions about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, citing potential self-incrimination. This move followed years of accusations by Paul that Fauci lied about the pandemic, which Fauci termed 'preposterous'. Meanwhile, the U.S. Postal Service faces scrutiny over its ability to deliver mail ballots on time ahead of the midterms.
The IEA reports global oil demand will decline by 1 million barrels/day in 2026 due to the US-Iran war disrupting Middle Eastern oil production and exports, despite gradual export resumption.
US small businesses in tourist destinations report a surge in domestic summer travel as Americans prioritize road trips and local experiences over expensive international or long-haul domestic vacations due to rising costs.
US small business owners report declining optimism due to rising fuel prices, inflation, and economic uncertainty. Many struggle with higher costs, labor shortages, and reduced consumer demand, impacting their ability to operate and plan for the future.
Poman Lo Kuok, Executive Vice Chairman and Group Managing Director of Regal Hotels, highlighted Hong Kong's potential for cultural tourism during an interview with the South China Morning Post. She emphasized the city's vibrant international nature combined with its preserved traditional culture, positioning it as a bridge between mainland China and the world.
US health advisers are reviewing Moderna's new mRNA flu vaccine, mFlusiva, for individuals 50 and older. The vaccine, similar to those used for COVID-19, showed a 27% reduction in flu cases in a study. The FDA is assessing its safety and efficacy, with a decision expected before the winter flu season.
A 38-year-old inmate at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center in California is being treated for a possible hantavirus infection, with officials stating no person-to-person spread is believed and no quarantine has been announced.
Leeds Rhinos overcome a 16-8 halftime deficit to defeat St Helens 18-16, claiming the Super League summit with Jake Connor's pivotal performance.
Chinese smartphone makers face their most challenging year since the pandemic due to skyrocketing memory chip prices. Analysts predict a nearly 14% drop in global shipments, forcing brands to absorb costs, raise prices, or reduce storage.
Chinese smartphone makers anticipate their most challenging year since the Covid-19 pandemic due to rising memory chip prices. Analysts predict a nearly 14% drop in global shipments this year, with Apple and Samsung expected to fare better than Chinese brands like Oppo, Vivo, and Transsion.
The US Department of Justice has charged seven Chinese executives and four major shipping container companies with conspiring to restrict supply and inflate prices during the Covid-19 pandemic. The companies control 95% of global container manufacturing and allegedly exploited the crisis for profit, leading to higher costs and longer waits for US consumers.
American consumers' pessimism persists due to prolonged economic shocks, including rapid inflation and geopolitical conflicts, despite cooling annual inflation rates. Economists attribute the decline in consumer sentiment to cumulative price increases and sequential economic disruptions, making recovery uncertain without sustained positive conditions.
Europe's disease agency chief lauded "very strong" EU cooperation on hantavirus, following a call from France for closer coordination. 11 cases and 3 deaths have been confirmed from the MV Hondius outbreak.
Despite some progress in math and select states, the US faces a 'reading recession' with scores declining pre-pandemic. Phonics-based instruction shows promise in states like Louisiana and Alabama.
Britons on MV Hondius, which is heading to Canary Islands, will be transferred to Arrowe Park hospitalPassengers from the UK who are on board the hantavirus-afflicted cruise ship heading for Tenerife will be flown to Merseyside on Sunday for hospital quarantine.The 19 British passengers and three crew will be transferred to Arrowe Park hospital in Wirral, which hosted British people returning from China at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Continue reading...
The rise in jet fuel prices amid the US war on Iran is worse for airlines than the Covid-19 pandemic, AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes has said Read Full Article at RT.com
When people were told to stay home during the Covid-19 pandemic, watching K-dramas became a solace for fans of South Korea’s best-known export around the world. But for North Koreans, it spelled death. A report released by North Korea-focused human rights organisation Transition Justice Working Group (TJWG) on Tuesday showed that the number of people executed for consuming South Korean cultural content – such as K-dramas, films and K-pop – and religious practices surged by 250 per cent after...
The FBI accuses Xu Zewei of hacking US government entities, research institutes and universities involved in vaccine research in 2020 and 2021 at the height of the pandemic.
