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Europe

Pope calls for peace in Ukraine, Gaza in Mother’s Day blessing

Leo XIV addressed crowd of around 100,000 people at St Peter’s Basilica in his first Sunday noon blessing as pope.

Pope Leo appears at the central balcony of St Peter’s Basilica for his first Sunday blessing after his election, in St Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sunday. Photo: AP

Comment

Editorial | Safeguard workers when businesses shut in Hong Kong

Irresponsible employers must be held to account when they abuse public funds to settle outstanding payments to employees.

Ocean Empire closed all its outlets. Photo: Jelly Tse

Comment

Editorial | US shooting itself in foot with crackdown on overseas students

Ultimately, it is America that will lose out if it continues its harassment, and other places, including Hong Kong, will fill the gap by attracting the best and brightest.

A group of Florida International University students in Miami take part in a day of protests around the US in support of higher education on April 17. Photo: AP

China Business

China’s property market faces uncertain future despite historic rate cuts

The lower rates for housing provident fund loans are part of a broader effort to revive buyer interest and push forward stalled projects.

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Residential buildings are seen in Shanghai. Photo: Reuters

Entertainment

Who is billionaire Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s long-time wife Lori?

Jensen Huang may be one of the richest men in the world, but he is also thought to be one of America’s biggest tax dodgers – here’s what you need to know about his wife Lori, who shares his fortune.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and his wife Lori have been married for 40 years. Photo: Oregon State University/Facebook
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Special Reports

Junior astronaut training programmes are sparking interest in space

Hong Kong children have a number of ways they can get involved with international space programmes, which offer them hands-on experiences.

For children, learning up-close about space mission operations is no longer an improbable dream. Photo: Handout

World Opinion

Opinion | Beware the hubris of an AI narrative centred on the US and China

It would be a mistake to neglect the agency of states, multinational organisations and powerful firms not fully aligned with either side.

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US President Donald Trump answers questions from reporters after signing executive orders, including on AI, in the Oval Office at the White House on April 23. Photo: EPA-EFE

Entertainment

Who is Lance Bass’ husband, actor and artist Michael Turchin?

Bass met his future hubby in Palm Springs, and the pair wed in 2014 in a televised special – they’ve since had twins, who he says aren’t yet old enough to appreciate the ‘It’s Gonna Be May’ meme.

NSYNC’s Lance Bass, his husband Michael Turchin, and their young children in 2022. Photo: @michaelturchinart/Instagram

Europe

Poland accuses Russia of ordering major fire in Warsaw last year

In 2024, fire destroyed Marywilska centre in Warsaw and 1,400 small businesses it housed, most owned by members of the Vietnamese community.

The Marywilska 44 shopping centre burning during a massive fire in Warsaw, Poland on May 12, 2024. Photo: Dariusz Borowicz / Agencja Wyborcza.pl via Reuters

Entertainment

Meet Denise Rich, the controversial fundraiser and hitmaker dubbed ‘Lady Gatsby’

The socialite, who was married to billionaire financier Marc Rich, hosts a slew of A-listers every year for her cancer research ball, from the Kardashian family to Hugh Jackman and Naomi Campbell.

Denise Rich is a renowned songwriter and philanthropist. Photo: Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research
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Middle East

Edan Alexander, last living US hostage in Gaza, will be released, Hamas says

The Israeli-American soldier, who grew up in the US, was abducted from his base during the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack.

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Varda Ben Baruch, grandmother of US hostage Edan Alexander, points at his portrait, as family members and supporters of hostages who were kidnapped during the deadly October 7 attack, stand near the kibbutz defence on the day they use giant loudspeakers to call their captive loved ones over the border between Israel and Gaza, at Kibbutz Nir Oz, in southern Israel, April 20, 2025. REUTERS/Amir Cohen TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

United States & Canada

Trump to accept luxury jet from Qatar for possible use as Air Force One: reports

Gift of a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet is expected to be announced this week when US president visits Qatar as part of a Middle East trip.

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US President Donald Trump speaks to the media aboard Air Force One. Photo: AFP

United States & Canada

Newark plane traffic briefly slowed again due to telecoms issue, FAA says

Transport chief Sean Duffy on Sunday reiterated calls to scale back flights at the New Jersey airport.

Sean Duffy, US transport secretary, announces an air traffic control infrastructure plan during a press conference in Washington on Thursday. Photo: Reuters

Russia & Central Asia

Chess banned in Afghanistan over Taliban gambling concerns

The Taliban government has steadily imposed laws and regulations that reflect its austere vision of Islamic law since seizing power in 2021.

Afghan horse riders compete in buzkashi, a Central Asian sport, at a field in Khash District of Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan, on April 29, 2025. Buzkashi consists horse-mounted players attempting to put a goat or calf carcass in a goal. Photo: AFP

Middle East

US and Iran conclude 4th round of nuclear negotiations in Oman

Iran and the United States’ fourth round of negotiations over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear programme ended just ahead of Trump’s visit to the region.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, left, and US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. Photo: AP
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Society

90-year-old Hong Kong woman falls to her death while hanging laundry

Police say woman was trying to receive clothes pegs from rack outside 11th-floor window when she lost her balance.

A passer-by called an ambulance, but the woman was declared dead at the scene by paramedics. Photo: Handout

Diplomacy

US-China agree to ‘trade consultation mechanism’, conduct further talks, He Lifeng says

He pledged that China is ready to work with the US to manage differences and make the ‘pie of cooperation bigger’.

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Members of the Chinese delegation leave a residence where trade talks between the US and China are taking place, in Geneva on Saturday. Photo: Reuters

Society

‘Not surprised’ snooker star Ronnie O’Sullivan may leave Hong Kong: senior official

Director of Immigration Benson Kwok says city faces stiff competition in luring talent after player indicates possible move.

Ronnie O’Sullivan reacts during his semi-final match against China’s Zhao Xintong earlier this month. Photo: Reuters

Society

Hong Kong flower market bustling on Mother’s Day, but mainland bargains bloom

Last-minute shoppers seek out roses at Mong Kok Flower Market, while some vendors say cross-border competition should be nipped in the bud.

A family celebrates Mother’s Day with bouquets. Photo: Eugene Lee

Opinion

My Take | The Western world has already dug its own grave in Gaza war

By enabling Israel to unleash its genocidal impulse, most leaders of developed nations have crossed a moral red line that cannot be undone.

Smoke rises from Gaza, as seen from Israel, May 6, 2025. Photo: Reuters
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Politics

Beijing’s point man on Macau affairs calls on city to ‘stand firm’ amid trade war

Xia Baolong also stresses need to explore new markets in meeting with city’s chief executive and local members of national governing bodies.

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office Director Xia Baolong (second left) and city leader Sam Hou-fai (left) inspect a site earmarked for development. Photo: Handout

Americas

Peruvians celebrate new pope, praise his ‘big heart’

Thousands gathered in the Peruvian city of Chiclayo to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV, who for years lived, ate and prayed among them.

Bishop of Chiclayo Edinson Edgardo Farfán (centre) leads a mass in honour of newly elected Pope Leo XIV at the Cathedral of Saint Mary in Chiclayo, Peru on Saturday. Photo: AFP

World Opinion

Opinion | US and China’s economic goals are complementary but will they cooperate?

One consumes too much, produces too little. The other produces too much, consumes too little. What if each could solve the other’s problem?

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People look at the Iphone 16 at an Apple store in Shanghai on April 11, 2025. US President Donald Trump abruptly paused tariffs on most countries, sparking euphoria on global markets on April 10, but upped the ante on a brutal trade war with superpower rival China. Photo: AFP

Law and Crime

3 arrested in Hong Kong over HK$4 million London gold trading scam

Police say syndicate rented offices in bustling commercial districts to create the appearance of a professional investment firm.

Police seized phones, computers, smartphones, scripts, investment contracts, principal receipts and falsified investment records. Photo: SCMP

Hong Kong Economy

Salary freeze for Hong Kong’s cash-strapped Urban Renewal Authority

Body’s 700 staff will be affected by second freeze in four years, following similar move for civil servants.

A model of a building being developed by Urban Renewal Authority in Hung Hom. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Military

Kashmir conflict reveals power of Pakistan’s Chinese weapons, but doubts remain

Analysts say a war between India and Pakistan could be rare test of Russian and Chinese arms, with ‘larger ramifications’ for Indo-Pacific.

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The Pakistan Air Force has 20 Chinese-made J-10C fighter jets in service. Photo: AFP

Football

Hong Kong Premier League drama as Lee Man cling to summit in crazy climax

Goal after 11 minutes of stoppage time spares blushes of keeper and makes crucial difference at top of league standings.

Samuel Rosa (left), pictured playing against Southern, provided a late twist on Sunday. Photo: Nora Tam

South Asia

Bangladesh’s former ruling party slams ban over protester deaths

The Awami League’s activities will remain banned until after a trial of the party and its leaders over the deaths of hundreds of protesters.

Protesters block Shahbagh Square demanding the ban of the Awami League, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Saturday. Photo: Reuters

China EVs

Apollo Go expands robotaxi tests in Hong Kong as it aims for global reach

The Baidu unit has received an updated pilot licence, allowing it to double the number of robotaxis operating in a wider area.

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An Apollo Go robotaxi navigates the road in Wuhan, Hubei province, in July last year. Photo: Coco Feng

Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s John Lee starts Gulf visit, reveals host of deals to be signed

City leader says deals will cover trade and investment promotion, financial services, innovation and technology, and cultural tourism.

Chief Executive John Lee with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of State of Qatar. Photo: Handout