Tens of thousands of activists, Indigenous leaders, and concerned citizens converged in Belém, Brazil, last Saturday, November 16, 2025, for a massive mobilization demanding urgent global action on the accelerating climate and biodiversity crises amidst the contentious COP30 United Nations climate talks. The demonstration, dubbed the Great People’s March, served as a powerful mid-point protest…
A suspected smuggling vessel capsized near Imperial Beach, Southern California, early Saturday morning, resulting in four fatalities and hospitalizing five survivors amid severe weather conditions. The maritime disaster unfolded shortly after midnight as a Pacific storm made the local waters highly treacherous, prompting a massive search and rescue operation led by the U.S. Coast Guard.…
A violent confrontation at a restaurant on Tai Nan Street in Hong Kong’s Sham Shui Po district resulted in three arrests and left two individuals hospitalized early Sunday morning, Nov. 16, 2025. The disturbance, which police contained shortly after midnight at an establishment located at 268 Tai Nan Street, involved several individuals described as compatriots,…
Hong Kong authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 40-year-old woman who plunged from a height in the Kai Tak district on Saturday evening. Officers were dispatched to Concorde Road following emergency calls reporting an unresponsive individual outside a residential and retail complex known as The Twins. The woman, identified only…
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is navigating intense domestic political scrutiny following recent comments regarding a potential military contingency involving China and Taiwan. Lawmakers from opposition parties are demanding the retraction of her statements, warning that the remarks could exacerbate tensions, deepen bilateral distrust with Beijing, and negatively impact regional stability. The controversy centers on…
High-volume seasonal tourism has again tested Lantau Island’s infrastructure as the stunning silvergrass display atop Sunset Peak (Tai Tung Shan) attracts thousands of hikers, particularly mainland visitors, seeking scenic views and ideal photo opportunities. Following significant congestion last weekend, transportation operators implemented crucial capacity boosts on Friday, November 14, 2025, to manage the evening descent…
A major search is underway for Miss Orange, a Chinese social media influencer with a significant following, who vanished in Cambodia nearly a week ago. The highly-publicized disappearance, coupled with the simultaneous disappearance of her boyfriend, has ignited widespread concern among her 110,000 Douyin followers and prompted family members to seek diplomatic assistance. Miss Orange,…
The Hague, November 16, 2025 — Dutch authorities confirmed a significant outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) at a large commercial egg production facility in Drogeham, Friesland, prompting the immediate culling of approximately 117,000 poultry. Announced late Friday, this incident signals an escalation in the country’s ongoing struggle with bird flu, following a separate,…
A shocking incident at a Taipa hotel has resulted in the death of a woman following a suspected premeditated attack, according to Macao’s Judiciary Police (PJ). The violent episode, which took place last Thursday, November 13, culminated in the arrest of another mainland national on suspicion of aggravated homicide and unlawful possession of prohibited weapons,…
Hong Kong, November 15, 2025 — Construction work near the expansion zone of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) was briefly halted today after workers unearthed an unexploded British wartime mortar. The device, discovered late this morning in an area designated for the new third runway, prompted an organized evacuation and a controlled detonation operation successfully…
The Philippines is currently grappling with a sharp increase in measles and rubella infections, with health officials citing displacement from recent natural calamities as a major contributing factor to the heightened spread. From January to mid-November 2025, the Department of Health (DOH) recorded 4,718 cases of the highly contagious diseases, marking a worrying 37 percent…
A scheduled race at Hong Kong’s famed Sha Tin Racecourse was dramatically declared void this afternoon after a riderless horse reversed course on track, creating an immediate and serious safety hazard for the field of competitors. The eleventh-hour cancellation, which took place on Saturday, November 15, 2025, resulted in the refunding of all wagers placed…
A 63-year-old man who departed the United Christian Hospital (UCH) without authorization earlier this week has returned safely to the facility, according to a hospital spokesperson. The patient, whose unannounced absence prompted a public appeal, is reported to be in stable condition following his return. The incident began on Thursday, November 13, when the patient…
Three major Chinese carriers—Air China, China Southern, and China Eastern—have introduced flexible booking policies for passengers traveling to Japan following a stern travel advisory issued by Beijing. Citing escalating security risks and a worsening climate for bilateral relations, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the country. Effective immediately, the…
An afternoon commute turned chaotic on Saturday, November 15, 2025, outside Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) when a Citybus double-decker bus reportedly veered off course and collided with a roadside planter near Terminal 1. The accident, which occurred around 3:16 p.m., resulted in injuries to eighteen individuals, though all were reported to be conscious upon…
HONG KONG — Authorities responded to the Bride’s Pool Barbecue Site in Tai Po this morning following reports of a strong odor emanating from discarded carrier bags, leading to the discovery of two deceased dogs. The incident, which occurred on Friday, involved personnel from the Hong Kong Police Force and the Society for the Prevention…
One year after the mysterious death of his daughter following a company banquet, a father in Lianyungang, China, has initiated legal proceedings against local police, demanding the release of investigative reports and the justification for omitting an autopsy. Fan Xusheng is representing himself in an administrative lawsuit against the Ganyu District Public Security Bureau, seeking…
A newly released repository of documents from the estate of deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein indicates that Steve Bannon, the former chief strategist for President Donald Trump, exchanged messages with Epstein in November 2018, seeking urgent assistance with logistical arrangements during a trip to the United Kingdom to address the Oxford Union. This correspondence, identified from…
Hong Kong—The global toy industry and the city of Hong Kong are mourning the loss of L.T. Lam, the revered designer and industrialist credited with inventing the iconic little yellow rubber duck bath toy. Lam passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, at the age of 105. His family has scheduled a farewell service for…
Police in Fanling have arrested a 77-year-old man in connection with an alleged assault on a fellow resident at a local elderly care facility, stemming from a dispute reportedly involving noise levels. The incident, which occurred late last week, left an 80-year-old man injured and requiring hospitalization. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the confrontation…