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Spain
Spain to repatriate guests as hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for Canaries
The MV Hondius is expected to reach the port of Granadilla on the island of Tenerife on Sunday.
8 May 2026 - 11:25PM
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Singapore
Asia faces low hantavirus risk as Singapore isolates 2 from cruise over cases
8 May 2026 - 6:58PM
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China-Latin America relations
Lula won’t sideline China on rare earths, tells Trump refining stays in Brazil
8 May 2026 - 7:05AM
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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hong Kong seeks more details from WHO on hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship
Health authorities say they are taking a ‘proactive and precautionary’ approach to safeguarding city despite low global health risk.
8 May 2026 - 12:10AM
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Disease
Nations race to trace passengers of hantavirus-hit cruise ship
Cruise operator says 29 passengers left the MV Hondius in St Helena on April 24, after the first death.
7 May 2026 - 9:56PM
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Singapore
Singapore isolates 2 residents linked to cruise ship hantavirus outbreak
If the two men test positive for hantavirus, they will remain in hospital for monitoring and treatment.
7 May 2026 - 6:36PM
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Disease
Deadly hantavirus may have spread between humans on cruise, but risk low: WHO
The MV Hondius will be sailing to Spain’s Canary Islands, where the 150 people on board will be examined, cared for and sent home.
6 May 2026 - 7:15AM
China-Africa relations
Ni hao, new hire: Africa’s growing Mandarin job boom
While Chinese firms have long brought their own translators to the continent, they are now often hiring local linguists.
5 May 2026 - 4:00PM
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US-China relations
Letters
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China’s stance on Iran war has strengthened its global position
Readers discuss how the world perceives China, and the work to be done to prevent rape.
3 May 2026 - 11:30AM
China-Africa relations
China cuts tariffs on African goods but is it enough to close the trade gap?
Analysts urge Beijing to invest in Africa’s industrial capacity to reduce its substantial trade deficit and create a more balanced relationship.
1 May 2026 - 6:00PM
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US-China relations
Minerals over ideology? US moves to break China’s rare earths grip
Washington under Trump is eager to secure alternative supplies, but Beijing’s dominance appears too strong to break soon, observers say.
30 Apr 2026 - 6:35PM
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Africa
Mali turmoil tests Russia’s image as a security guarantor in Africa
Large-scale attacks targeting Mali’s military government pose a serious threat to Russian strategic and economic interests.
30 Apr 2026 - 2:02PM
Expeditions and adventures
2 guys, 1 Reliant Robin and a long road trip to Cape Town – what could go wrong?
22,500km, 22 countries, 1 Reliant Robin. Two friends’ intercontinental road trip was risky and rewarding. But why embark on such a journey?
23 Apr 2026 - 7:15PM
Rare earths
Trump backs US$50 million investment for South Africa rare earths
Despite a rift with South Africa, the current Trump administration has proceeded with the project to broaden US access to critical minerals.
19 Apr 2026 - 7:48PM
China-Africa relations
China steps up aid to Africa but huge funding gap left by Trump’s cuts remains
Beijing’s efforts in food and medical relief, a sector traditionally dominated by US programmes, could partly fill the void, observers said.
19 Apr 2026 - 12:00PM
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Donald Trump
Russia’s Lavrov says balance of power shifting to emerging economies
At the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, Lavrov said the foundations of globalisation powered primarily by the US had ‘come to an end’.
18 Apr 2026 - 11:42PM
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Donald Trump
South African politician sentenced to 5 years for firing rifle at rally
Julius Malema faces disqualification as a lawmaker if his appeal fails following a conviction for firing a rifle at a 2018 rally.
17 Apr 2026 - 12:02PM
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China-Africa relations
Why China’s trade with Africa benefits from Trump’s policy volatility
Continent is China’s fastest growing export market in first quarter of 2026, with machinery and hi-tech shipments leading US$60 billion surge.
16 Apr 2026 - 5:00PM
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My Life
Former Hong Kong rugby team captain reflects on the first Sevens tournament in 1976
The former England international rugby player tells Annemarie Evans about his turn as captain of the Hong Kong team at the inaugural Sevens tournament here in 1976.
16 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific and HK Express cut some flights as jet fuel prices rise
Cathay reduction affects flights mainly on regional routes, along with some services to Australia, South Asia and South Africa, from May 16 to June 30.
11 Apr 2026 - 10:56PM
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China trade
‘Cancelling orders’ in China: Hormuz oil crisis hits transport and manufacturing
Analysts and industry insiders say higher costs are squeezing margins, with some of China’s wary industrial heartland compelled to make day-to-day purchases.
11 Apr 2026 - 1:00PM
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China-Africa relations
Can China step in to fill the gap as US pressures allies to snub South Africa?
On the same day South Africa is disinvited from the G7 summit following threats from Washington, Beijing offers tariff-free trade.
28 Mar 2026 - 3:08PM
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Trade
Opinion
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As Trump wrecks trade, WTO meeting in Cameroon is a show of defiance
Trade ministerial conference shows that most nations still value multilateral cooperation over the chaotic whims of a hegemon.
28 Mar 2026 - 11:38AM
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China-Africa relations
Kenya secures trade deal with China amid rising debt, US competition
Nairobi reaches a zero-tariff trade agreement with Beijing allowing Kenya to expand exports but it must tread carefully due to Washington.
27 Mar 2026 - 4:45PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran war delivers new stress to African economies emerging from older shocks
Afreximbank is implementing measures to give financial help to African countries dependent on fuel imports, bank president says.
23 Mar 2026 - 5:17PM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s Art March celebrations press on amid Middle East conflict disruptions
Flight cancellations via the region leave art fair participants juggling logistics, though organisers say impact remains limited.
23 Mar 2026 - 3:08PM
100 Top Tables: Cities of Gastronomy
International Cities of Gastronomy Fest Macao launches 10-day celebration
As the city hosts the 10-day celebration, its centuries-old fusion cuisine is embracing a new wave of global chefs and bold ideas.
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Macau Government Tourism Office
China's military weapons
Why is China’s ASN-301 suicide drone more deadly than its Iranian counterpart?
In a conflict over Taiwan or western Pacific, Beijing may overwhelm air defences through sheer numbers in a war of economic attrition.
22 Mar 2026 - 11:47PM
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