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U.K. neighbors offered a bounty to turn in a Hong Kong pro-democracy activist to Chinese officials
The “wanted” posters were sent by mail, arriving at the homes of Hong Kong activist Carmen Lau’s neighbors in the town near London, notifying them of a bounty.NBC News - 1d -
He Pulled a Card With a $200,000 Bounty. Then It Sold for More.
Bounties for the rarest trading cards have become increasingly common.The New York Times - 5d -
Philippine village battles dengue by offering bounties for mosquitos — dead or alive
A Philippine village in the densely populated capital region has launched a battle against dengue by offering a token bounty to residents for captured mosquitos — dead or aliveABC News - Feb. 19 -
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Hong Kong's main opposition party announces plan to dissolve
Once Hong Kong's largest opposition party, the Democratic Party has suffered since China's crackdown.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
How a Hong Kong Artist Got Fired From McDonald’s
Luke Ching has made a name for himself with creative campaigns to improve working conditions for menial laborers, even as the scope for political protests in the city has narrowed.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Hong Kong’s last major pro-democracy party moves to disband
Hong Kong’s Democratic Party said late on Thursday it would start preparations to disband and wind up its affairs after a meeting of its leadership, amid a years-long national security crackdown in ...NBC News - Feb. 21 -
Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party says it will begin process of disbanding
Democratic party chair Lo Kin-hei would not comment on whether Beijing put pressure on members. Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party, which became an influential voice of opposition before ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Thames Water receives £7bn bid from Hong Kong’s CK Infrastructure
Deal would require debt-laden utility’s bondholders to take significant writedownsFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Hong Kong mulls basketball betting as finances fall short
Asian financial hub slashes civil service and property transaction tax to combat slowing economic growthFinancial Times - 5d -
Hong Kong stock exchange posts record profits after China stimulus
Listings and trading fees jumped in 2024 after Beijing’s moves to boost marketsFinancial Times - 4d -
Hong Kong’s ‘superman’ billionaire and the battle over the Panama Canal
The company founded by 96-year-old Li Ka-shing is caught up in Donald Trump’s complaints about China’s influenceFinancial Times - 3d -
Khalil Fong, Hong Kong Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 41
Singing in both Mandarin and English, he brought a soul and R&B sensibility to Chinese pop.The New York Times - 8h -
China’s $1 bubble tea chain soars 43% in Hong Kong debut
Mixue’s IPO, city’s biggest in year to date, highlights investor focus on China’s price-conscious consumersFinancial Times - 53m -
America has turned on its friends
Donald Trump’s abandonment of allies is real and will endureFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
The Streaming Rush to Turn Scripture Into Scripts
After the success of “The Chosen,” Amazon and Netflix are converting Bible stories into films and TV shows with “Game of Thrones”-style intrigue and romantic comedy elements.The New York Times - 1d -
Hong Kong's largest pro-democracy party takes initial step toward disbanding
Hong Kong’s largest pro-democracy party took an initial step toward dissolving on ThursdayABC News - Feb. 20 -
Former Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmaker jailed for over 3 years on riot charge from 2019 protests
A Hong Kong judge sentenced a former pro-democracy lawmaker to three years and one month in prison on a charge of riot after an incident in which he was beaten up at a subway station during the ...NBC News - 3d -
China's largest bubble tea chain Mixue soars 43% on Hong Kong trading debut
Shares of China's largest bubble tea chain Mixue jumped more than 40% on its market debut on Monday after a heavily oversubscribed initial public offering.CNBC - 3h -
The Cryptocurrency Scam That Turned a Small Town Against Itself
How did a successful, financially sophisticated banker gamble his community’s money away?The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Consumers turn to renting chickens as egg prices soar
As the bird flu outbreak impacts egg shortages and prices, some people are turning to renting or buying backyard chickens.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Is the downfall of a Japanese star a turning point for women's rights?
The downfall of Masahiro Nakai is a marked departure from how Japan treats claims of sexual violence.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Stars turn on the style at SAG Awards red carpet
Millie Bobby Brown, Mikey Madison and Timothée Chalamet were among the stars posing for pictures.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
The Papers: 'Zelensky offers to quit' and 'Germany turns Right'
Volodymyr Zelensky's offer to step down as president of Ukraine features heavily in Monday's papers.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Venus Williams turns down Indian Wells wildcard
Former world number one Venus Williams turns down a wildcard offer for next month's Indian Wells tournament.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Angry Democratic donors turn off the flow of money
Democrats are anxious to rebuild their party on the heels of President Trump’s victory in November. But they have a major problem as they try to refashion their brand: The money isn’t there. ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Macron ‘turning point’ on Ukraine lacks Trump commitments
French president to be followed by British PM in seeking support for US ‘backstop’ in postwar UkraineFinancial Times - 5d -
At London Fashion Week, Street Style Turned Heads
Outfits on and off the runways at London Fashion Week offered loads of inspiration.The New York Times - 5d -
Eye Opener: Trump, Zelenskyy meeting turns combative
An Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy turned combative on Friday. Meanwhile, Mardi Gras kicked off in New Orleans. All that and all that ...CBS News - 1d -
Fudd still pondering return to UConn, turning pro
UConn guard Azzi Fudd is still weighing the "pros and cons" of a possible return to UConn next season or turning pro, she told reporters Saturday.ESPN - 1d -
Vesuvius Turned One Victim’s Brain to Glass
Heat from the eruption in A.D. 79 was so intense that it vitrified the brain tissue of one unfortunate Herculaneum resident, a new study confirms.The New York Times - 21h -
In pictures: Stars turn on the style on Oscars red carpet
See all the looks as celebrities arrive for Hollywood biggest night.BBC News - 13h -
Covid inquiry turns to PPE deals and the 'VIP lane'
Four weeks of hearings will look at the purchase of billions of pounds of medical equipment in the pandemic.BBC News - 8h -
Watch LeBron James turn back the clock with monster dunk
It came in what was an ugly loss by the Lakers, who led by 13 in the third quarter but lost to the Hornets.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
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Bill Berloni turns rescue dogs into stars of stage and screen
For nearly 50 years, Bill Berloni has trained dogs for television, movies and theater—transforming shelter pets into showbiz sensations. Nancy Chen looks at his approach and the lessons he's ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
How Tony winner Bill Berloni turns rescue dogs into stars of stage
His current roster of performers includes Bowdie, who starred as Nana in "Peter Pan Live," and Myrtle, who plays Charlotte York's dog in "And Just Like That ..."CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Hamas turns over correct body of hostage Shiri Bibas
Hostage Shiri Bibas's body has been returned to Israel after Hamas turned over the wrong body on Thursday.ABC News - Feb. 22 -
‘Traditional flavours and modern ideas’ turn Swedish buns into a TikTok delight
The ‘fantasticallly delicious’ semla has gone from a simple Nordic springtime favourite to a Noma-approved delicacy. The earliest version of the Swedish semla was a 16th-century plain bread bun ...The Guardian - Feb. 22
