This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. The role of the management committee of Wang Fuk Court owners’ corporation is expected to be a key focus on Friday at a hearing by an independent panel investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in
Musk Signals Wider Diner Expansion Ahead On X, Musk reposted a clip from Tesla North America showing drivers ordering food from their cars while en route to the West Hollywood diner and wrote, “More Tesla Diners coming.” The confirmation followed Musk’s reply on Wednesday, April 15, when he answered “Sure” to a post suggesting a
As April rolls around, our social feeds are filling up with Earth Month things and green initiatives. If you’re looking to build a wardrobe that’s as kind to the planet as it is to your own style, here are some brands you need on your radar Angus Tsui Picture: Instagram @angustsuiofficial With environmental sustainability at
The message from the stock market is clear: The US economy is passing another stress test. Both domestic and foreign investors have shifted their attention from the risks of military escalation in the Middle East back to the remarkably consistent resilience of the US economy. The results are all-time highs in equities and a fresh wave of buying by both
Sunday’s visit of Burnley remains key to Premier League safety with Forest having navigated three of their potentially season-defining games in the past seven days. Pereira showed his hand both in his team selection and post-match comments after the first leg draw at Porto last week. A much-changed side, including young defender Zach Abbott, Morato
Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh addresses Policy Dialogue on Strengthening Governance and Implementation Strategies for CPEC 2.0 at Institute of Regional Studies Islamabad on April 15, 2026. — APP Islamabad:Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaisar Ahmad Shaikh has urged businesses to move beyond imports toward technology transfer and investment partnerships
Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Dozens of processes run in the background on your PC, and each takes a bit of memory. Most are necessary and helpful, but some can be disabled to optimize performance. Checking to see which ones load automatically is a good place to
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Chinese government is increasing pressure on underground Catholic communities to join the state-controlled church while tightening surveillance and restrictions on an estimated 12 million Catholics, according to a Human Rights Watch report. The group said in its report that the increased pressure is part of a
Disney has officially released the first trailer for The Dog Stars, Ridley Scott’s upcoming post-apocalyptic sci-fi movie. The film is set to release on August 28, 2026. “Hig’s wife is gone, his friends are dead, and he lives in the hangar of a small abandoned airport with his dog, Jasper, and a mercurial, gun-toting misanthrope
Daily Pivots: (S1) 0.7131; (P) 0.7154; (R1) 0.7194; More… AUD/USD’s break of 0.7187 high suggests that larger up trend is possibly resuming. Intraday bias stays on the upside for 61.8% projection of 0.6420 to 0.7187 from 0.6832 at 0.7306. Decisive break there could prompt upside acceleration to 100% projection at 0.7599. On the downside, below
President Donald Trump plans to nominate Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA less than a year after he was unceremoniously fired from the disaster relief agency, three people familiar with the decision told CNN. Hamilton was first tapped to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency at the start of Trump’s second term – when the administration
March is a highlight of Hong Kong’s cultural calendar. Last month, as I welcomed delegates to the International Cultural Summit during Art Week, many told me they had come to network with local and international collaborators and explore Hong Kong’s museums, galleries and performance venues. Tens of thousands attended Art Basel, Art Central, gallery openings,
Iran’s military planning ahead of the war helped blunt the impact of US-Israeli strikes on its arsenal and leadership, according to Western military intelligence assessments, which say Tehran still retains the ability to respond if the ceasefire breaks down. A man flashes a victory sign as he carries an Iranian flag in front of an
Defense and space stocks are having a moment. Whether due to the upcoming initial public offering (IPO) of SpaceX or the growing need for defense supplies amid conflicts around the world, investors are buying defense stocks for their portfolios at a rapid pace. This is all fine and well, but the sun doesn’t always shine
It wasn’t so long ago that we were hearing that Juventus CEO Damien Comolli and the representation for soon-to-be out-of-contract striker Dusan Vlahovic were going to sit down around Easter and discuss a potential new deal. At that time, a lot of signs pointed toward Juve and Vlahovic hammering out a short-term contract extension —
England became the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding a stoppage-time equalizer against Hungary. England won 5-0 at Latvia, with captain Harry Kane scoring twice in the first half, to assure first place in its
One blockade was bad enough. Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up prices for oil, natural gas and fertiliser, among other commodities. On April 13th America initiated a blockade of its own, halting the few vessels Iran had been letting past, which will presumably compound the problem. Abdul Qayoom spreads fertilizer on
The United Kingdom’s long-planned Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement quietly moved from pilot to full enforcement on April 15, adding a new pre-travel hoop for millions of visa-exempt visitors, including Americans. Airlines must now verify that passengers hold an approved ETA—costing £16 (about $20) and valid for two years—before boarding flights, ferries or Eurostar trains
Elon Musk’s philosophy emphasizes pursuing purpose over perfection, even when odds are unfavorable. He demonstrated this by investing his fortune into SpaceX and Tesla, enduring failures to achieve ambitious goals like reusable rockets and electric cars. This mindset encourages taking calculated risks and prioritizing “why” over “what if” in daily life and career choices. Some
Bars and restaurants are gearing up for a bumper three days during the Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament, brushing off concerns that rising airfares because of the Middle East war might put off visitors, with some operators expecting a surge of up to 40 per cent compared with a regular weekend. Business magnate and Lan
As the U.S. stock market enters the critical earnings reporting season, the technology sector is facing what is being called a ‘reverse perfect storm.’ According to Zhitong Finance, Scott Chronert, Head of U.S. Equity Strategy at Citigroup, stated in a media interview that as the U.S. stock market enters the critical earnings reporting season, the
The start of April saw Arsenal sitting pretty nine points clear at the top of the Premier League. Just a few weeks later, it’s Manchester City who look primed to seize control of the title race. The two contenders will meet at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday in what will no doubt be the title
Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Tech Advisor reports that 64% of Android phones tested since 2022 have facial recognition systems easily fooled by simple 2D photos. Major brands including Samsung flagships, Oppo, and Motorola failed security tests, while Google Pixel and Apple iPhone models passed using more secure technology. This vulnerability exposes
The Norwegian delegation at the Norway Pavilion of IE expo China 2026. [Photo provided to International Services Shanghai] Norway demonstrated its commitment to cooperating with China in green tech applications at IE expo China 2026, Asia”s leading trade fair for environmental technologies, which was held in Shanghai from April 13 to 15. Organized by Innovation
The contestants set off on the next leg of their journey in Turkey 21:32, 16 Apr 2026Updated 21:39, 16 Apr 2026 A hot air balloon experience at sunrise in Cappadocia, Turkey(Image: BBC) Race Across the World viewers said the same thing after several breathtaking places were showcased on screen once again. The popular BBC programme
Selena Gomez has found her next feature film role, and it’s to star in an upcoming X-Rated movie that’s going to be four hours long, and come from a recent major Oscar winner. What do we know about Selena Gomez’s new X-Rated movie? According to a new report from Jeff Sneider of The InSneider, Gomez
Daily Pivots: (S1) 158.67; (P) 158.95; (R1) 159.26; More… USD/JPY is still extending the consolidation pattern from 160.45 and intraday bias remains neutral. Outlook will stay bullish as long as 157.49 cluster support (38.2% retracement of 152.25 to 160.45 at 157.31) holds. On the upside break of 160.45 will target a retest on 161.94 high.
Shortly before COP30 talks begin in Brazil, tech billionaire and philanthropist Bill Gates has launched a “narrative grenade” into the discourse of climate politics by publishing a lengthy memo calling for a rethink of how the climate crisis is framed and addressed. Gates calls for a “strategic pivot” in climate strategy. That appears to have
Washington — Days after the U.S.-Israel led war with Iran kicked off last month, American intelligence agencies detected signs that the war risked widening beyond the immediate battlefield as Russia and China sought to support Iran to blunt U.S.-Israeli military operations. Analysts at the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Pentagon’s arm for military intelligence, assessed that
Today’s Change (-0.54%) $-0.47 Current Price $86.85 Key Data Points Market Cap $79B Day’s Range $83.87 – $89.38 52wk Range $39.21 – $153.86 Volume 52M Avg Vol 31M Gross Margin 94.96% Robinhood Markets (HOOD 0.54%), a commission-free trading platform for stocks, options, and crypto, closed Thursday at $86.85, down 0.54%. The stock moved lower as
1 King at Fulham crossroads Josh King learned of the difficulties that come with being a Premier League player at Liverpool on Sunday. The 19-year-old was withdrawn at the break after a tough first half at Anfield as Marco Silva wanted to change things when two goals down. It will be interesting to see how
Ludvig Åberg took the lead after the opening round of the RBC Heritage as Robert MacIntyre made a strong start following his controversial showing at The Masters. With the PGA Tour resuming just days on from Rory McIlroy’s triumph at Augusta National, Sweden’s Åberg produced a superb eight-under 63 to establish a one-shot lead over
WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said Pope Leo was free to say what he wanted but that it was important for him to understand that Iran could never have a nuclear weapon. Trump has repeatedly criticized the religious leader, who has emerged as an outspoken critic of the U.S.-Israeli
The proposed 76-metre arch would tower over other iconic landmarks in Washington, DC, and has attracted scrutiny. Published On 16 Apr 202616 Apr 2026 United States President Donald Trump’s goal of erecting a colossal arch in Washington, DC, has taken another step forward, with a key agency approving his proposed design for the monument. The
WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that if a deal with Iran to conclude the war is reached and signed in Islamabad, he might go, and that Iran has agreed to almost everything. Trump struck an optimistic tone about Iran as he spoke with reporters on the White House
The sudden swings in U.S. stock prices over the past two months may be making you a little dizzy. After last touching an all-time high in early February, the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO) went on to fall roughly 9% over the next two months, its biggest drawdown in about a year. Since then,
