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Brazil judge orders house arrest for coup plot convicts after ex-police chief flees
Alexandre de Moraes’ decision came after Paraguay arrested Silvinei Vasques, who is also convicted in the plot, and returned him to Brazil.
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Society
Clip of 3 hikers scaling slope at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park goes viral
Video from December 23, which appears to be taken from cable car at resort, shows hikers climbing along giant seahorse carved into Brick Hill.
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Politics
Requests for help after 2 Hongkongers reportedly killed in Ukraine war
Two men reportedly volunteered to fight for Ukraine in war, but died in Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
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Europe
Ukraine’s parliament rocked by new bribery scandal as Zelensky heads to US talks
Guards try to block anti-corruption officials from entering parliament offices as part of their investigation into MPs taking bribes.
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Politics
Hong Kong’s role to be discussed in China’s top legislature annual session
Sole delegate to National People’s Congress Starry Lee expects the city’s role in finance, trade, and innovation to be discussed in 15th five-year plan.
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Opinion
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Eye-opening court judgment a snapshot of issues that have plagued city for years
Case involved a common but illegal practice in which developers collude with indigenous villagers to abuse the city’s ‘small-house’ policy.
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Transport
Hong Kong’s Tseung Kwan O–Lam Tin Tunnel fully reopens after fuel truck crash
Police received report at 12.52pm on Saturday that medium-sized truck had crashed into right wall of tunnel.
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Military
China-Pakistan jet deal with Libyan group ‘may help expand Beijing’s influence’
The agreement will supply the Libyan National Army with 16 fourth-generation JF-17 fighters.
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Hong Kong
Hong Kong Lacrosse Sixes a ‘chance to test strategies’ for 2028 Olympics
Home teams make mixed start on day one of three at Hong Kong Football Club.
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Europe
Italy arrests 9 suspected of funding Hamas via charities
Among those arrested was the president of the Palestinian Association in Italy, who reportedly funnelled funds to Hamas’ military wing.
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Science
Chinese nuclear experts believe Japan could build nukes in less than 3 years
Late US statesman Henry Kissinger’s dire warning about Tokyo aiming to become a nuclear power by 2028 is being re-examined by Beijing.
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Racing
Ferraris bags birthday winner as Mount Everest scales new heights at Sha Tin
South African jockey guides David Eustace’s Happy Boss to a thrilling victory.
27 Dec 2025 - 7:23PM
Europe
Everyone’s a winner: Spanish town agrees to share El Gordo jackpot after mix-up
The local festival committee accidentally sold more ticket shares than it bought, which initially meant that some might not get the payout.
27 Dec 2025 - 7:15PM
Entertainment
How mega-hit Kokuho could make Japanese live-action films global contenders
Kokuho, Japan’s record-breaking cinematic triumph, is helping to redefine global perceptions of Japanese live-action film for modern viewers.
27 Dec 2025 - 7:15PM
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Science
China puts drone rules into law as low-altitude economy takes off
Decades-old legislation overhauled to plug gaps in the safety of uncrewed civilian aircraft.
27 Dec 2025 - 7:12PM
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Society
Hong Kong records 10% rise in festive period visitors as outbound trips surge 22%
Despite increase in tourists, merchants warn absence of New Year fireworks may impact visitor numbers and, in turn, the retail sector.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:50PM
Science
China hits milestone in building Beishan laboratory for managing nuclear waste
Team finishes construction of steep spiral ramp leading to underground facility where nuclear waste will be secured for thousands of years.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:45PM
Racing
Magnifique bound for rating ‘close to 100’ after successful return from setback
David Hall lauds his talented sprinter after his impressive comeback at Sha Tin on Saturday.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:38PM
Society
Hong Kong police arrest off-duty officer after elderly man knocked down by car
Police say driver was travelling along On Lok Road towards Tai Kiu Road on Saturday afternoon when he lost control of his Porsche.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:15PM
Law and Crime
2 more arrested in Hong Kong over illicit cigarette murder, taking tally to 27
Two men, aged 29 and 32, apprehended at border crossing, police say.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:05PM
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Racing
Lor reaches landmark 500 winners and unleashes impressive Derby hope
Numbers and Salon S were both winners as the top trainer celebrated a milestone day at Sha Tin.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:05PM
Europe
Zelensky says Kyiv strike proves Russia does ‘not want to end war’
Moscow hit the Ukrainian capital with nearly 500 drones and 40 missiles a day ahead of US-Ukraine talks, leaving a third of Kyiv without heat.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:05PM
Celebrities
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What’s next for Katseye after their Beautiful Chaos Tour?
In just a year, Megan Skiendiel, Daniela Avanzini, Sophia Laforteza, Lara Raj, Manon Bannerman and Yoonchae went from trainees to global pop stars.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
Gender & Diversity
China woman shocked to see male therapist at spa appointment; mocked for ‘ignorance’
Undressed client balks on hearing voice of masseur; spa boss tells her ‘she is old enough to be his mum’ so he would not be ‘interested’ in her.
27 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
K-drama
Idol I: Choi Soo-young, Kim Jae-young lead K-pop-infused legal K-drama
Choi Soo-young plays a lawyer defending Kim Jae-young’s K-pop star – who she’s secretly obsessed with – in this new Korean drama.
27 Dec 2025 - 5:15PM
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Hong Kong
Comanche, LawConnect continue duel in Sydney to Hobart race, Hong Kong boat 3rd
With more than half the race completed, the city’s SHK Scallywag 100 was third, while Wild Thing 100 became the first supermaxi to retire.
27 Dec 2025 - 5:00PM
Southeast Asia
Spanish father, 3 children missing in Indonesia after tourist boat sinks
High waves are believed to have caused the sightseeing boat to capsize en route to popular tourist destination Labuan Bajo.
27 Dec 2025 - 4:55PM
Law and Crime
Hong Kong man arrested after extendable baton found in US-bound air luggage
Preliminary investigations show man, 62, hid suspected extendable baton, an unauthorised weapon, in his checked suitcase, police say.
27 Dec 2025 - 4:36PM
Asia Opinion
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Can AI deliver the economic goods and high returns? Don’t count on it
The dash towards AI might become a rout as the public rebels against the environmental costs while investors worry about the returns.
27 Dec 2025 - 4:30PM
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Lifestyle & Culture
How the Peranakan Chinese built one of Southeast Asia’s most powerful networks
Born of trade and migration, the Peranakan community has forged a distinct identity that has bridged China and Southeast Asia for centuries.
27 Dec 2025 - 4:00PM
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