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A report from the South China Morning Post details firsthand experiences testing driverless taxis in China's major tech hubs, noting both unexpected issues and the practical appeal of autonomous vehicles.
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The South China Morning Post reports on the viral beauty and wellness trend known as 'ferritin face,' which describes physical characteristics allegedly resulting from low levels of ferritin, the body's iron-storing protein.
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China's State Council has committed to implementing improved policy mechanisms to stabilize its stock market following further declines amid a wider global sell-off.
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The Hong Kong police plan to utilize AI facial recognition technology, asserting that it will aid in faster tracking of targets, while stating that the technology's use will be authorized by an inspector or higher, and data will be retained for a maximum of 180 days.
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A traffic jam persisted for many hours at the Malaysia-Singapore causeway, reportedly caused by a buildup of vehicles originating from Singapore, according to the South China Morning Post. The issue reportedly began at about noon on the Singapore side, and a Malaysian home ministry official noted that a truck heading to Singapore experiencing mechanical failure exacerbated the situation.
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EuroEyes International has secured the Zeiss Award for the tenth consecutive year, recognized for its pioneering work, particularly in performing the highest volume of trifocal lens implantations globally. The company has expanded its international presence and completed an IPO in Hong Kong in 2019.
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Ella Bridgland, founder of Studio Ella, argues that feeling comfortable in one's living space is crucial for happiness.
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The South China Morning Post reports that Hong Kong may experience its first early autumn temperatures next week as a strong northeast monsoon nears the Guangdong coast, bringing cooler conditions and wind.
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According to the South China Morning Post, recyclers are seeing increased profits due to rising primary material costs, even with low material volume, while scrap collector Li Jie notes that valuable waste is becoming difficult to source.
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According to the South China Morning Post, new residential home sales in the city plunged 5.8 per cent last month, with total transactions amounting to US$2.38 billion – a drop of 12.1 per cent.
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Vice-Premier He Lifeng's address at the Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit indicated that security is a prerequisite for Hong Kong's opening up, while emphasizing finance's role in the city's development strategy under the first five-year plan.
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A study published by the South China Morning Post indicates that over 40 per cent of stray animals received by Hong Kong shelters during the first half of the year originated from the Northern Metropolis development area, prompting calls for policy changes.