Scammers targeting Hong Kong school staff, 1 victim lost HK$130,000: police
By Fiona Sun
Hong Kong police recorded more than 10 scam cases targeting school employees last month, with one victim defrauded of HK$130,000 (US$16,700).
The force’s Anti-Deception Coordination Centre revealed on Friday more than 10 scam cases involving school staff across the city in February.
Most of the victims were above 50 years old, and one of them was defrauded of HK$130,000.
The scammers called school affairs offices pretending to be principals or school personnel, and asked that staff help pick up packages, the centre said.
The victims followed the instructions to go to train stations, light rail platforms or banks, before being contacted by scammers who asked them to make advance payments of delivery fees by transferring money to designated accounts.
Scammers also instructed the victims to use their credit cards for an overdraft.
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By Fiona Sun
Hong Kong police recorded more than 10 scam cases targeting school employees last month, with one victim defrauded of HK$130,000 (US$16,700).
The force’s Anti-Deception Coordination Centre revealed on Friday more than 10 scam cases involving school staff across the city in February.
Most of the victims were above 50 years old, and one of them was defrauded of HK$130,000.
The scammers called school affairs offices pretending to be principals or school personnel, and asked that staff help pick up packages, the centre said.
The victims followed the instructions to go to train stations, light rail platforms or banks, before being contacted by scammers who asked them to make advance payments of delivery fees by transferring money to designated accounts.
Scammers also instructed the victims to use their credit cards for an overdraft.
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Safeguarding China’s regime is the top priority, Xi Jinping tells Politburo
习近平主席强调，维护政治制度安全是首要任务，并表示将进一步提升“平安中国”建设。在周五的政治局会议上，习近平指出，面对不断变化的国内外形势，“平安中国”建设只能加强，不能削弱，必须适应新的变化和目标。
“平安中国”倡议最早于2013年提出，其核心是“整体国家安全观”，涵盖政治、经济、文化、社会、科技和军事等多个领域。此次习近平重申该倡议，表明中国共产党将继续把维护政权安全、政治制度安全和意识形态安全放在重要位置。
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习近平主席强调，维护政治制度安全是首要任务，并表示将进一步提升“平安中国”建设。在周五的政治局会议上，习近平指出，面对不断变化的国内外形势，“平安中国”建设只能加强，不能削弱，必须适应新的变化和目标。
“平安中国”倡议最早于2013年提出，其核心是“整体国家安全观”，涵盖政治、经济、文化、社会、科技和军事等多个领域。此次习近平重申该倡议，表明中国共产党将继续把维护政权安全、政治制度安全和意识形态安全放在重要位置。
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Hollywood hosts the Oscars, but will it be the centre of filmmaking for much longer?
Hollywood is struggling to maintain its dominance in the global film industry as movie and television production increasingly moves to locations outside of Los Angeles. This trend is highlighted by the fact that none of the 10 Best Picture contenders at the upcoming 2025 Oscars were filmed in Los Angeles, the traditional home of major film companies. For example, the highly anticipated "Wicked" was filmed in Britain.
The shift away from Hollywood is driven by tax incentives offered in other locations, making filming cheaper. While film crews hoped for a rebound in Los Angeles after the 2023 strikes by writers and actors, statistics indicate a slow recovery. Recent wildfires in Los Angeles have further fueled concerns, potentially leading camera operators, costume designers, and other behind-the-scenes workers to relocate permanently.
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Hollywood is struggling to maintain its dominance in the global film industry as movie and television production increasingly moves to locations outside of Los Angeles. This trend is highlighted by the fact that none of the 10 Best Picture contenders at the upcoming 2025 Oscars were filmed in Los Angeles, the traditional home of major film companies. For example, the highly anticipated "Wicked" was filmed in Britain.
The shift away from Hollywood is driven by tax incentives offered in other locations, making filming cheaper. While film crews hoped for a rebound in Los Angeles after the 2023 strikes by writers and actors, statistics indicate a slow recovery. Recent wildfires in Los Angeles have further fueled concerns, potentially leading camera operators, costume designers, and other behind-the-scenes workers to relocate permanently.
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Uncertainty looms as Gaza truce’s first phase due to expire
以色列与哈马斯的第一阶段停火协议即将结束，但关于下一阶段，即旨在实现永久停火的谈判，目前尚未达成结论。第一阶段停火于1月19日生效，此前双方经历了超过15个月的战争，这场战争由哈马斯于2023年10月7日对以色列发起的袭击引发，那次袭击是以色列历史上伤亡最惨重的一次。
在最初的六周停火阶段，加沙武装分子释放了25名活着的人质，并将另外8名遇难者遗体归还给以色列，作为交换，以色列释放了数百名被关押在以色列监狱中的巴勒斯坦囚犯。脆弱的停火协议的第二阶段本应确保释放仍被扣留在加沙的数十名人质，并为更永久地结束战争铺平道路。然而，截至周六早些时候，尚未有达成共识的迹象，哈马斯方面指责以色列拖延第二阶段的谈判。
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以色列与哈马斯的第一阶段停火协议即将结束，但关于下一阶段，即旨在实现永久停火的谈判，目前尚未达成结论。第一阶段停火于1月19日生效，此前双方经历了超过15个月的战争，这场战争由哈马斯于2023年10月7日对以色列发起的袭击引发，那次袭击是以色列历史上伤亡最惨重的一次。
在最初的六周停火阶段，加沙武装分子释放了25名活着的人质，并将另外8名遇难者遗体归还给以色列，作为交换，以色列释放了数百名被关押在以色列监狱中的巴勒斯坦囚犯。脆弱的停火协议的第二阶段本应确保释放仍被扣留在加沙的数十名人质，并为更永久地结束战争铺平道路。然而，截至周六早些时候，尚未有达成共识的迹象，哈马斯方面指责以色列拖延第二阶段的谈判。
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4 quirky China customs you never knew existed – carry big ice cubes, show belly for good health
中国拥有丰富多样的风俗传统，体现了中国人民的智慧和生活方式。 其中一些习俗可能看起来很奇怪，甚至有时会引起人们的 amusement，但它们通常具有更深层的含义，例如祝福或好运。本文将探讨来自医疗、庆祝、婚姻和体育等不同类别的四种有趣的文化习俗，并揭示其背后的历史。
在医疗方面，傣族有一种独特的睡眠疗法。这种疗法由居住在中国西南云南省西双版纳傣族自治州的傣族人 практикуют。医生首先根据患者的身体状况开出新鲜或干燥的傣族草药，然后混合并加热草药，让患者睡在加热后的混合物中。之后，用油布将患者包裹在温暖的草药中，使热量遍布全身。与其他傣族医疗方法不同，这种疗法使用植物性成分，有助于促进血液循环、疏通经络和治疗风湿病。
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中国拥有丰富多样的风俗传统，体现了中国人民的智慧和生活方式。 其中一些习俗可能看起来很奇怪，甚至有时会引起人们的 amusement，但它们通常具有更深层的含义，例如祝福或好运。本文将探讨来自医疗、庆祝、婚姻和体育等不同类别的四种有趣的文化习俗，并揭示其背后的历史。
在医疗方面，傣族有一种独特的睡眠疗法。这种疗法由居住在中国西南云南省西双版纳傣族自治州的傣族人 практикуют。医生首先根据患者的身体状况开出新鲜或干燥的傣族草药，然后混合并加热草药，让患者睡在加热后的混合物中。之后，用油布将患者包裹在温暖的草药中，使热量遍布全身。与其他傣族医疗方法不同，这种疗法使用植物性成分，有助于促进血液循环、疏通经络和治疗风湿病。
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China's consumers go bananas for blueberries even as broader sentiment lags
By Alice Li
While China’s economy has faced challenges in recent years, certain sectors have defied the odds and flourished. Among them is the fruit industry, where demand for blueberries – the tangy, nutrient-rich crop often marketed as a “superfruit” – has surged.
Though not traditionally a blueberry-growing country, China has surpassed the US as the world’s largest producer of the fruit, with blueberries planted in 26 of China’s 34 provinces according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
At the same time, the volume of imported blueberries – perceived to be of higher quality and consequently sold at a steeper price – has also seen an increase of 94.3 per cent from 2019 to 2022. Domestic demand for the fruit has surged by around 200 per cent over the past five years, according to Zhiyan Consulting.
With their relatively high cost and oft-touted health benefits, blueberries are primarily favoured by middle-class consumers.
Despite cutting back on spending in areas like luxury goods and cars, these buyers remain less sensitive to the cost of blueberries, according to Stone Wang, executive chairman in China of US-based berry company Agrovision. Prices typically range from a dozen to several dozen yuan (US$1.65-4.94) per box.
“Especially in the context of consumption downgrading, middle-class consumers are more inclined to seek a sense of ritual and satisfaction through premium fruits,” Wang said.
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By Alice Li
While China’s economy has faced challenges in recent years, certain sectors have defied the odds and flourished. Among them is the fruit industry, where demand for blueberries – the tangy, nutrient-rich crop often marketed as a “superfruit” – has surged.
Though not traditionally a blueberry-growing country, China has surpassed the US as the world’s largest producer of the fruit, with blueberries planted in 26 of China’s 34 provinces according to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
At the same time, the volume of imported blueberries – perceived to be of higher quality and consequently sold at a steeper price – has also seen an increase of 94.3 per cent from 2019 to 2022. Domestic demand for the fruit has surged by around 200 per cent over the past five years, according to Zhiyan Consulting.
With their relatively high cost and oft-touted health benefits, blueberries are primarily favoured by middle-class consumers.
Despite cutting back on spending in areas like luxury goods and cars, these buyers remain less sensitive to the cost of blueberries, according to Stone Wang, executive chairman in China of US-based berry company Agrovision. Prices typically range from a dozen to several dozen yuan (US$1.65-4.94) per box.
“Especially in the context of consumption downgrading, middle-class consumers are more inclined to seek a sense of ritual and satisfaction through premium fruits,” Wang said.
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South Koreans rally as Yoon’s impeachment verdict nears
韩国总统尹锡悦面临执政危机，宪法法院即将就弹劾案做出最终裁决，预计首尔将爆发大规模抗议活动。此次抗议是自尹锡悦因宣布戒严被弹劾以来规模最大的一次，预计将有数十万人参与，表达对总统去留的立场。
自去年12月国会发起弹劾动议以来，韩国社会就尹锡悦的戒严令问题产生严重分歧。尹锡悦坚称其行为是为了应对试图瘫痪政府的朝鲜同情者，并否认滥用权力。反对派控制的国会指责他滥用职权，反腐机构已于今年1月逮捕了他，使其成为韩国历史上首位被拘留的在任总统。尽管大部分集会保持和平，但今年1月曾发生暴力事件，示威者闯入法院，试图阻止延长对尹锡悦的逮捕令。
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韩国总统尹锡悦面临执政危机，宪法法院即将就弹劾案做出最终裁决，预计首尔将爆发大规模抗议活动。此次抗议是自尹锡悦因宣布戒严被弹劾以来规模最大的一次，预计将有数十万人参与，表达对总统去留的立场。
自去年12月国会发起弹劾动议以来，韩国社会就尹锡悦的戒严令问题产生严重分歧。尹锡悦坚称其行为是为了应对试图瘫痪政府的朝鲜同情者，并否认滥用权力。反对派控制的国会指责他滥用职权，反腐机构已于今年1月逮捕了他，使其成为韩国历史上首位被拘留的在任总统。尽管大部分集会保持和平，但今年1月曾发生暴力事件，示威者闯入法院，试图阻止延长对尹锡悦的逮捕令。
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Bridge too far? Fresh from ‘White Lotus’ bounce, Thailand’s Samui questions need for road link
Koh Samui is experiencing a surge in tourism thanks to its selection as the location for HBO's "The White Lotus" season 3, featuring Thai-born K-pop star Lisa Manobal. This "Lisa" effect has significantly increased searches for hotels and holidays on the island, providing Thailand with valuable free publicity.
However, some locals express concern about the island's ability to handle the increased tourist volume, especially during peak season. To address accessibility issues, exploratory work has begun on the Samui Sea Bridge, a 54km road bridge connecting the island to the mainland. While intended to improve access, the bridge raises concerns about potentially altering Koh Samui's exclusivity and environmental impact, as it currently relies on ferries and a single airline, catering to higher-spending tourists.
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Koh Samui is experiencing a surge in tourism thanks to its selection as the location for HBO's "The White Lotus" season 3, featuring Thai-born K-pop star Lisa Manobal. This "Lisa" effect has significantly increased searches for hotels and holidays on the island, providing Thailand with valuable free publicity.
However, some locals express concern about the island's ability to handle the increased tourist volume, especially during peak season. To address accessibility issues, exploratory work has begun on the Samui Sea Bridge, a 54km road bridge connecting the island to the mainland. While intended to improve access, the bridge raises concerns about potentially altering Koh Samui's exclusivity and environmental impact, as it currently relies on ferries and a single airline, catering to higher-spending tourists.
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Hong Kong’s proposed cross-border car fee won’t harm integration, Paul Chan says
香港财政司司长陈茂波驳斥了跨境车辆征费会阻碍香港与内地融合的说法，但表示可以讨论费用金额。 他强调，拟议的私家车收费仅影响15%的北上旅客，并认为此举是为了收回政府在跨境基础设施建设和维护上的投资成本。
陈茂波指出，许多旅客选择乘坐巴士和火车过境，而使用私家车的通常是经济条件较好的人群，因此政府有理由向他们收取一定的费用。 他同时表示，这仅仅是一项提议，政府可以进一步研究细节，包括具体的收费方式和金额。
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香港财政司司长陈茂波驳斥了跨境车辆征费会阻碍香港与内地融合的说法，但表示可以讨论费用金额。 他强调，拟议的私家车收费仅影响15%的北上旅客，并认为此举是为了收回政府在跨境基础设施建设和维护上的投资成本。
陈茂波指出，许多旅客选择乘坐巴士和火车过境，而使用私家车的通常是经济条件较好的人群，因此政府有理由向他们收取一定的费用。 他同时表示，这仅仅是一项提议，政府可以进一步研究细节，包括具体的收费方式和金额。
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Vietnam’s PM Chinh vows quick license for Musk’s Starlink
越南总理范明政表示，政府希望迅速批准埃隆·马斯克的星链公司在越南进行卫星互联网试点项目的许可证。 此举旨在推动越南的数字化发展，并为偏远地区提供互联网接入。
范明政在河内与近40家美国企业会谈时还表示，越南正在采取措施以平衡与美国的贸易顺差，包括可能进口飞机、武器、液化天然气、农产品和医药产品。越南希望借此避免美国对其不断增长的出口额征收关税，因为贸易顺差已使越南面临被美国总统特朗普威胁加征关税的风险。此前，越南议会批准了一项临时计划，允许卫星互联网公司在越南提供服务，同时保留对其当地子公司的完全控制权，而这正是马斯克提出的前提条件。
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越南总理范明政表示，政府希望迅速批准埃隆·马斯克的星链公司在越南进行卫星互联网试点项目的许可证。 此举旨在推动越南的数字化发展，并为偏远地区提供互联网接入。
范明政在河内与近40家美国企业会谈时还表示，越南正在采取措施以平衡与美国的贸易顺差，包括可能进口飞机、武器、液化天然气、农产品和医药产品。越南希望借此避免美国对其不断增长的出口额征收关税，因为贸易顺差已使越南面临被美国总统特朗普威胁加征关税的风险。此前，越南议会批准了一项临时计划，允许卫星互联网公司在越南提供服务，同时保留对其当地子公司的完全控制权，而这正是马斯克提出的前提条件。
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Why dangerous debt dynamics aren’t catching up with economic policy
Global debt has reached a record high of US$318 trillion, raising concerns about dangerous dynamics in debt markets and the potential return of "bond vigilantes" who could pressure governments to be more fiscally responsible. This surge in debt, coupled with persistent inflation, poses a significant threat to the global economy, potentially overshadowing other crises.
The Institute of International Finance's recent report highlights that global debt increased by nearly US$7 trillion in 2024, pushing the global debt-to-GDP ratio up for the first time in four years. Simultaneously, equity markets seem detached from these economic realities, leading to questions about whether they have become too powerful and are now dictating, rather than reflecting, the course of economies.
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Global debt has reached a record high of US$318 trillion, raising concerns about dangerous dynamics in debt markets and the potential return of "bond vigilantes" who could pressure governments to be more fiscally responsible. This surge in debt, coupled with persistent inflation, poses a significant threat to the global economy, potentially overshadowing other crises.
The Institute of International Finance's recent report highlights that global debt increased by nearly US$7 trillion in 2024, pushing the global debt-to-GDP ratio up for the first time in four years. Simultaneously, equity markets seem detached from these economic realities, leading to questions about whether they have become too powerful and are now dictating, rather than reflecting, the course of economies.
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Hong Kong’s weekend property sales reach 4-month high after stamp duty cuts
香港楼市迎来四个月来最佳周末销售业绩，预计三个项目共售出362套房产。政府在周三的财政预算案中降低了小型住宅的印花税，刺激了购房需求。多个楼盘销售火爆，其中 Henderson Land Development 的 Kowloon City 项目 Eight Southpark 和 Wang On Properties 的 Ap Lei Chau 项目 Coasto 均取得良好销售成绩。
财政司司长陈茂波在最新预算案中调整了大众市场住宅的印花税，将价值400万港元以下房屋的印花税从之前的6万港元降至100港元，此举旨在鼓励购房者入市。中原地产香港及澳门住宅部总裁布少明表示，恒生指数的上涨也提振了购房情绪，预计所有三个项目都将在周六售罄，一手房销量有望超过360套。
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香港楼市迎来四个月来最佳周末销售业绩，预计三个项目共售出362套房产。政府在周三的财政预算案中降低了小型住宅的印花税，刺激了购房需求。多个楼盘销售火爆，其中 Henderson Land Development 的 Kowloon City 项目 Eight Southpark 和 Wang On Properties 的 Ap Lei Chau 项目 Coasto 均取得良好销售成绩。
财政司司长陈茂波在最新预算案中调整了大众市场住宅的印花税，将价值400万港元以下房屋的印花税从之前的6万港元降至100港元，此举旨在鼓励购房者入市。中原地产香港及澳门住宅部总裁布少明表示，恒生指数的上涨也提振了购房情绪，预计所有三个项目都将在周六售罄，一手房销量有望超过360套。
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3 containers fall into the sea after 2 ships collide in Hong Kong
在香港葵青货柜码头，两艘船只发生碰撞，导致三个集装箱落入海中。 海事处表示，事故未造成人员伤亡或油污泄漏，目前正在跟进调查。
据海事处消息，一艘准备停泊的集装箱船与一艘已停泊的船只发生“轻微碰撞”。事故发生在晚上8点40分左右。网上流传的视频显示，落水的集装箱来自停泊在码头的船只。海事处已派员前往现场了解情况。
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在香港葵青货柜码头，两艘船只发生碰撞，导致三个集装箱落入海中。 海事处表示，事故未造成人员伤亡或油污泄漏，目前正在跟进调查。
据海事处消息，一艘准备停泊的集装箱船与一艘已停泊的船只发生“轻微碰撞”。事故发生在晚上8点40分左右。网上流传的视频显示，落水的集装箱来自停泊在码头的船只。海事处已派员前往现场了解情况。
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Hong Kong Unison founder endorses decision to disband citing exploitation fears
香港融乐会的创办人费米·黄对该组织董事会决定解散表示支持。在为香港少数族裔群体权益奔走了24年后，她表示不希望看到该组织“被机会主义者利用，以谋取个人或政治利益”。
这一解散的决定是在执行董事谢永龄被解雇后宣布的，谢永龄称此举“不负责任”，并让捐助者和员工感到震惊。费米·黄在2014年离开了融乐会，她表示理解该非政府组织的决定，并指出其面临的困难和挑战。她透露，过去两年里，少数族裔社区的成员对谢永龄表达了不满，但她选择保持沉默，将该组织的治理权留给董事会。她对谢永龄发布的新闻稿中包含的虚假陈述感到震惊和失望。
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香港融乐会的创办人费米·黄对该组织董事会决定解散表示支持。在为香港少数族裔群体权益奔走了24年后，她表示不希望看到该组织“被机会主义者利用，以谋取个人或政治利益”。
这一解散的决定是在执行董事谢永龄被解雇后宣布的，谢永龄称此举“不负责任”，并让捐助者和员工感到震惊。费米·黄在2014年离开了融乐会，她表示理解该非政府组织的决定，并指出其面临的困难和挑战。她透露，过去两年里，少数族裔社区的成员对谢永龄表达了不满，但她选择保持沉默，将该组织的治理权留给董事会。她对谢永龄发布的新闻稿中包含的虚假陈述感到震惊和失望。
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China make-up artist runs subway stall for people on way to dates, makes US$40 in 2 hours
Deng Qiqi, a woman in Chongqing, China, has gained popularity on social media for setting up a makeup stall in a subway station. She provides on-the-spot beauty services to women heading to dates or parties after work, capitalizing on the busy weekday evening commute.
Deng operates her stall at Shapingba Subway Station for about two and a half hours each weekday evening, earning around 300 yuan (US$40) by serving three to four customers. Inspired by other vendors in the station, the 28-year-old, who also runs a small makeup studio, saw an opportunity to challenge herself and cater to women needing a quick makeover before their evening plans.
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Deng Qiqi, a woman in Chongqing, China, has gained popularity on social media for setting up a makeup stall in a subway station. She provides on-the-spot beauty services to women heading to dates or parties after work, capitalizing on the busy weekday evening commute.
Deng operates her stall at Shapingba Subway Station for about two and a half hours each weekday evening, earning around 300 yuan (US$40) by serving three to four customers. Inspired by other vendors in the station, the 28-year-old, who also runs a small makeup studio, saw an opportunity to challenge herself and cater to women needing a quick makeover before their evening plans.
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Hong Kong singer-songwriter Khalil Fong dies at 41 after long fight with illness
香港歌手方大同去世，享年41岁。其音乐公司赋音乐于周六证实，方大同在与疾病抗争五年后，于2月21日上午平静离世。
赋音乐表示，方大同在过去五年里一直以积极的态度与病魔作斗争。更多后续消息有待公布。
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香港歌手方大同去世，享年41岁。其音乐公司赋音乐于周六证实，方大同在与疾病抗争五年后，于2月21日上午平静离世。
赋音乐表示，方大同在过去五年里一直以积极的态度与病魔作斗争。更多后续消息有待公布。
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3 Chinese nationals among 4 charged with running cocaine lab in Malaysia
四名嫌疑人，包括三名中国公民，被指控在马来西亚森美兰州的汝来市经营可卡因加工实验室。 他们面临的指控与毒品生产运营有关，意图贩运可卡因，如果罪名成立，可能面临死刑或长期监禁。
这四名嫌疑人分别是 Tan Wee Jin 以及中国籍的 He Jingjing、Cheng Ziyue 和 Hu Jingjie。他们被控于 2 月 17 日在汝来 Spring Villas 的一处房产内进行非法活动。其中 He Jingjing 还面临额外的指控，涉及贩运 2.14 公斤可卡因。根据马来西亚的《1952 年危险毒品法》，他们可能面临严厉的惩罚，包括死刑、长期监禁和鞭刑。
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四名嫌疑人，包括三名中国公民，被指控在马来西亚森美兰州的汝来市经营可卡因加工实验室。 他们面临的指控与毒品生产运营有关，意图贩运可卡因，如果罪名成立，可能面临死刑或长期监禁。
这四名嫌疑人分别是 Tan Wee Jin 以及中国籍的 He Jingjing、Cheng Ziyue 和 Hu Jingjie。他们被控于 2 月 17 日在汝来 Spring Villas 的一处房产内进行非法活动。其中 He Jingjing 还面临额外的指控，涉及贩运 2.14 公斤可卡因。根据马来西亚的《1952 年危险毒品法》，他们可能面临严厉的惩罚，包括死刑、长期监禁和鞭刑。
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China’s PMI data returns to positive territory for February
中国制造业采购经理人指数（PMI）在2月份达到三个月来的高点，重回扩张区间。该指数从1月份的49.1升至50.2，表明中国为提振经济所采取的措施正在生效。读数高于50表示扩张，低于50则表示收缩。
分析师认为，1月份的PMI受到农历新年假期制造业淡季的影响。国家统计局（NBS）的数据显示，生产和新订单分项指数分别为52.5和51.1。国家统计局的赵庆河表示，2月份的PMI数据受到春节假期后企业复工复产等因素的影响。
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中国制造业采购经理人指数（PMI）在2月份达到三个月来的高点，重回扩张区间。该指数从1月份的49.1升至50.2，表明中国为提振经济所采取的措施正在生效。读数高于50表示扩张，低于50则表示收缩。
分析师认为，1月份的PMI受到农历新年假期制造业淡季的影响。国家统计局（NBS）的数据显示，生产和新订单分项指数分别为52.5和51.1。国家统计局的赵庆河表示，2月份的PMI数据受到春节假期后企业复工复产等因素的影响。
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Warm, foggy weather expected on Sunday in Hong Kong before cool temperatures return
香港周末天气将变得温暖潮湿，周日有雾，相对湿度可能高达100%。气温预计在20至25摄氏度之间。这种温暖潮湿的天气将持续到周一。
香港天文台预测，受暖湿气流影响，广东沿海地区未来几天将持续潮湿，早晚有雾。但预计周二一股冷锋将抵达广东，届时气温将会下降，并伴有阵雨和雷暴。
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香港周末天气将变得温暖潮湿，周日有雾，相对湿度可能高达100%。气温预计在20至25摄氏度之间。这种温暖潮湿的天气将持续到周一。
香港天文台预测，受暖湿气流影响，广东沿海地区未来几天将持续潮湿，早晚有雾。但预计周二一股冷锋将抵达广东，届时气温将会下降，并伴有阵雨和雷暴。
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Hong Kong’s Paul Chan should have been ‘bolder’ in his budget, economists say
经济学家认为，香港财政司司长在削减表现不佳的公务员开支方面，本应采取更大胆的“突破性”措施来弥补赤字。他们对香港在两年内平衡财政预算的能力表示悲观，认为在全球不确定性增加的情况下，这一目标难以实现。专家们认为，财政司司长陈茂波的最新预算缺乏北京所期望的大胆改革或创新措施。
此前，国务院港澳事务办公室主任夏宝龙会见了陈茂波和其他七位部长，听取了他们关于重振香港低迷经济和发展的计划。北京方面希望香港官员遵守习近平主席在中共三中全会上发出的指示，即“大胆改革，敢于突破，不断创新”。陈茂波在年度预算中表示，通过冻结公务员薪酬和削减政府经常性开支等一系列措施，预计未来五年将节省至少1075亿港元，但专家认为这些措施还不够。
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经济学家认为，香港财政司司长在削减表现不佳的公务员开支方面，本应采取更大胆的“突破性”措施来弥补赤字。他们对香港在两年内平衡财政预算的能力表示悲观，认为在全球不确定性增加的情况下，这一目标难以实现。专家们认为，财政司司长陈茂波的最新预算缺乏北京所期望的大胆改革或创新措施。
此前，国务院港澳事务办公室主任夏宝龙会见了陈茂波和其他七位部长，听取了他们关于重振香港低迷经济和发展的计划。北京方面希望香港官员遵守习近平主席在中共三中全会上发出的指示，即“大胆改革，敢于突破，不断创新”。陈茂波在年度预算中表示，通过冻结公务员薪酬和削减政府经常性开支等一系列措施，预计未来五年将节省至少1075亿港元，但专家认为这些措施还不够。
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