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Li Chengru is a nationally famous Chinese actor, but before he gained fame as an entertainer, he was a self-made businessman who lost his entire US$13 million in foreign currency trading. Beijing-born Li, 71, is famous for many classic roles, such as police officer Da Zeng in one of China’s first crime dramas, The VI Group of Fatal Case, and a psychopath who delivers a sharp monologue about the re...
The first six months of 2026 saw a steep rise in the number of civilians killed or wounded in the war between Russia and Ukraine, the UN said Tuesday. Both Moscow and Kyiv have increased the number of air strikes targeting vital infrastructure as the Russian invasion grinds into its fifth year.
21日は、岐阜県と愛知県で、最高気温が40度以上となり、気象庁が運用を始めてから初めての「酷暑日」となりました。22日も関東甲信や東海で「酷暑日」が予想されていて、熱中症に厳重に警戒してください。
A fire engulfed a shopping centre in Ukraine's Sumy after Russian drone strikes hit the building.
Once considered extinct in New England, the American oystercatcher is experiencing a remarkable resurgence thanks to dedicated conservation efforts. These initiatives focus on safeguarding their nesting environments and raising community awareness. Techniques such as banding chicks and preventing disturbances in ground-nesting sites have proven successful. Their resilience, coupled with federal sa...
Ireland's deputy prime minister has urged parents to stop buying electric scooters as "toys" for their children ahead of new age limits coming into force.
Close to one in five jobs in the European Union qualifies as vulnerable on at least one of three counts, inadequate pay, insecure employment or a lack of workplace rights, according to a new report from Eurofound, which places Spain at the top of the table.
Figure of £16bn from ONS comes after Andy Burnham revealed plans to cut VAT on electricity billsBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government borrowed less than expected in June, in a boost for Andy Burnham as he set out plans to cut VAT on household electricity bills and promised a new direction for the British economy.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said public sector net borrowing – ...
Beyond the diplomatic platitudes global media focuses on the ‘immense’ scale of the challenge he faces in the jobUK politics live – latest updatesWorld leaders have warmly congratulated Andy Burnham on his entry into 10 Downing Street as Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade, but international media largely focused on the scale of the challenges awaiting him.Emmanuel Macron, France’s presid...
Beyond the diplomatic platitudes global media focuses on the ‘immense’ scale of the challenge he faces in the jobUK politics live – latest updatesWorld leaders have warmly congratulated Andy Burnham on his entry into 10 Downing Street as Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade, but international media largely focused on the scale of the challenges awaiting him.Emmanuel Macron, France’s presid...
Hollywood actor Samuel L Jackson was among those who criticised Argentina at World Cup, with racism among allegations.
The 46 children and teachers that were abducted on May 15th in southwestern state of Oyo were rescued and reunited with their families on July 10th. Since the dramatic abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls in 2014, Nigeria has been hit with waves of mass kidnappings from schools. 27% of children in Nigeria are out of school, one of the highest rates in the world. The threat of abduction serves as on...
Eighteen historic condominium-style theatres across Italy's Marche, Emilia Romagna and Umbria regions are seeking to be recognised by UNESCO and are hoping for a place on its prestigious World Heritage List.
A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.
Andy Burnham is now the UK's seventh prime minister in ten years. He has promised to present a ten-year programme offering a new political and economic model for the country, away from the neoliberal polices adopted in the 1980s. Challenges include tackling high cost of living, and the rising popularity of the far right. He has also nominated his government.
Andy Burnham is now the UK's seventh prime minister in ten years. He has promised to present a ten-year programme offering a new political and economic model for the country, away from the neoliberal polices adopted in the 1980s. Challenges include tackling high cost of living, and the rising popularity of the far right. He has also nominated his government.
Hong Kong police have arrested 78 people, including a 16-year-old, in a crackdown on illegal gambling that uncovered a syndicate operating at the Happy Valley Racecourse. Lo Kin-pong, a chief inspector from the Hong Kong Island regional anti-triad unit, said on Tuesday that police targeted illicit drugs, gambling, prostitution and triad activities in a campaign that ran from July 7 to Monday. Offi...
Hong Kong police have arrested 78 people, with the youngest aged 16, in a crackdown on illegal gambling activities, including a syndicate operating at the Happy Valley racecourse. Lo Kin-pong, chief inspector from the regional anti-triad unit on Hong Kong Island, said on Tuesday that the force conducted enforcement efforts between July 7 and Monday against illicit drug, gambling, prostitution and ...
Hong Kong police have arrested 78 people, with the youngest aged 16, in a crackdown on illegal gambling activities, including a syndicate operating at the Happy Valley racecourse. Lo Kin-pong, chief inspector from the regional anti-triad unit on Hong Kong Island, said on Tuesday that the force conducted enforcement efforts between July 7 and Monday against illicit drug, gambling, prostitution and ...
「副首都」構想の関連法案をめぐり、参議院の特別委員会は理事懇談会を開き、22日に法案を審議入りさせた上で、23日に総務委員会との連合審査や参考人質疑を行うことで、与野党が合意しました。
Rahul Gandhi, India's opposition leader, called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resign on Tuesday "for destroying the future" of the country's youth. The youth-led Cockroach movement continued their protests in New Delhi, refusing to leave their sit-in site a day after police used tear has and batons to disperse demonstrators marching towards parliament.
Rahul Gandhi, India's opposition leader, called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resign on Tuesday "for destroying the future" of the country's youth. The youth-led Cockroach movement continued their protests in New Delhi, refusing to leave their sit-in site a day after police used tear has and batons to disperse demonstrators marching towards Parliament.
India's main opposition leader, Rahul Gandhi, demanded on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi step down over the police crackdown against student protests demanding reforms in the education system.
Babcock and BAE Systems benefit as markets hope former defence secretary will increase spending on sectorBusiness live – latest updatesShares in defence companies have risen sharply after Andy Burnham appointed John Healey as chancellor, prompting hope among investors of increased spending on suppliers to the military.Defence stocks were among the biggest risers on the FTSE 100 on Tuesday morning ...
Spain has welcomed back its heroes. The day after their victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final, the new world champions returned to Madrid, trophy in hand. They can now also add a second coveted gold star above the team's national badge, to go with the first star for winning the 2010 FIFA World Cup title. For an entire generation, this was the first experience of winning a world title.
Football's governing body has appointed a prosecutor to assess the clashes between Argentine and Spanish players at the full-time whistle at the Metlife Stadium as well as the banner held by players after the semi-final with England.
A groundbreaking cross-border insurance policy covering a piloted aircraft has cleared a key regulatory obstacle, allowing the Shenzhen vehicle to take to the sky in Hong Kong. Shenzhen-based aircraft developer Yivtol recently obtained a policy for an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, underwritten in its home city but issued in neighbouring Hong Kong. With a total liability ...
