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Rolex lifts gold watch prices despite luxury market slowdown

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:33:13 GMT

GENEVA, Switzerland: Rolex has increased global prices for its gold watches by an average of five percent, marking a rare second price rise this year as demand from wealthy buyers remains strong despite broader weakness in the luxury goods market.

The increase took effect this month across key markets, including the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and the United States, according to two luxury research platforms and

Global youth gather in China to explore AI-powered solutions

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:15:36 GMT

WUHAN, June 17 (Xinhua) -- Malaysian graduate student Chew Sien Ping is no stranger to venturing beyond the boundaries of medicine. For him, artificial intelligence (AI) isn't just a tool; it's a fast track that cuts through complexity and unlocks new possibilities.

"I work on interdisciplinary projects involving medicine and engineering. AI helps me quickly integrate information from different fields and perspec

CHINA-HUBEI-WORLD YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FORUM (CN)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:45:49 GMT

(260617) -- WUHAN, June 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Gao Yongkai, a graduate student from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), introduces humanoid robots to youth delegates in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, June 14, 2026. TO GO WITH "China Focus: Global youth gather in China to explore AI-powered solutions" (Xinhua/Yue Wenwan)

Asia Pacific Travellers Seek Familiarity, Practicality, Flexibility Amid Shifting Global Dynamics: Visa Report

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:31:55 GMT

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Singapore, June 16: Visa, a global leader in payments, unveils key findings from the 2026 Global Travel Intentions (GTI) study, the latest edition of its flagship global study that has captured global travel patterns and preferences for over 20 years.

The study was conducted among over 47,000 respondents worldwide, including more than 17,000 in Asia Pacific markets. This year's edition reveals an

Indian markets continue to trade in green following strong global cues; Brent Crude at USD 82/bbl

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:32:46 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Indian equity markets opened in the green on Tuesday, tracking strong performance across global peers and selective overnight gains in US markets.

The BSE SENSEX stood at 76,526.77 points, up by 262.44 points or 0.34 per cent, while the NSE NIFTY 50 gained 70.00 points or 0.29 per cent to trade at 23,923.90 points in early trade.

The initial surge reflects an accumulation

Bhullar finishes strong as Hong Kong's Kho clinches International Series Morocco title

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:30:09 GMT

Rabat [Morocco], June 15 (ANI): India's Gaganjeet Bhullar carded 6-under in the USD 2 million International Series Morocco, while Hong Kong's Taichi Kho clinched the prestigious title at the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam in Rabat.

Bhullar finished on T31 after registering a par score in the fourth round. He hit four birdies on the final day, but his round was undone by four bogeys. Ajeetesh Sandhu and Karandeep Kochhar

Rugby Premier League 2026: Alvarez to captain defending champions Chennai Bulls

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:59:18 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 15 (ANI): Argentinian powerhouse, Santiago Alvarez, has been named Captain for the defending champions, Chennai Bulls, in the Rugby Premier League.

He will lead the men's team, with Indian superstar Mohit Khatri appointed as the Vice Captain. Chennai Bulls begin their title defence on the 16th of June against Delhi Redz at the Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad, according to a press

(SP)PHILIPPINES-ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE-VOLLEYBALL-2026 AVC WOMEN'S CUP

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:15:30 GMT

(260613) -- ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE, June 13, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Dinara Razakberlina of Kazakhstan competes during the semifinal between Kazakhstan and Chinese Taipei at the 2026 AVC Women's Cup in Ilocos Sur Province, the Philippines, on June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

Sandhu top Indian, Bhullar and Kochhar make cut in Morocco; Bubba Watson leads

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:36:31 GMT

Rabat [Morocco], June 13 (ANI): Ajeetesh Sandhu with a bogey-free 3-under 70 became the top Indian at the halfway stage of the US$2 million International Series Morocco presented by Visit Morocco.

Sandhu, who shot 1-under 72 in the first round, is now 4-under and Tied-25th, as four-time Am Green IGPL winner, Gaganjeet Bhullar (74) slipped down to T-47 despite a run of four straight birdies on the front nine, acco

Japan's Flag Desecration Bill Threatens Rights

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:47:41 GMT

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), along with its coalition partner Japan Innovation Party and the opposition Democratic Party for the People, and Sanseito, jointly submitted a bill on June 16 that would criminalize "publicly damaging, removing, or defacing" Japan's national flag in a "way or situation

HKSAR govt. launches public consultation on 1st 5-year plan

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:00:46 GMT

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government launched a public consultation on the city's first five-year development plan (2026-2030), June 15, 2026. /VCG

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government on Monday launched a public consultation on the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the HKSAR (2026-2030).

A spokesperson for the HKSAR gover

China Focus: Global youth gather in China to explore AI-powered solutions

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:16:38 GMT

"I work on interdisciplinary projects involving medicine and engineering. AI helps me quickly integrate information from different fields and perspe

Hong Kong shares down 0.37 pct by midday

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:45:08 GMT

HONG KONG, June 17 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong stocks retreated 89.99 points, or 0.37 percent, to close Wednesday's morning session at 24,403.96.

Hong Kong stocks close 1.4 pct lower

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:15:21 GMT

HONG KONG, June 16 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's stock market ended lower Tuesday with the benchmark Hang Seng Index down 1.4 percent to close at 24,493.95 points.

The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index declined 1.62 percent to end at 8,240.05 points, and the Hang Seng Tech Index went down 2.24 percent to end at 4,658.65 points.

1st LD-Writethru: China expects cross-border travel surge during Dragon Boat Festival holiday

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:19:23 GMT

BEIJING, June 16 (Xinhua) -- China's National Immigration Administration (NIA) projected on Tuesday an 11.7-percent year-on-year increase in border entries and exits during the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival break, with a daily average of 2.2 million crossings nationwide.

The peak daily passenger throughput is expected to reach 2.35 million trips, according to NIA figures.

The country's major international

Hong Kong shares down 1.25 pct by midday

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:45:14 GMT

HONG KONG, June 16 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong stocks retreated 309.32 points, or 1.25 percent, to close Tuesday's morning session at 24,533.35.

Hong Kong's visitor arrivals up 14 pct in first 5 months

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:15:33 GMT

HONG KONG, June 15 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong recorded approximately 23 million visitor arrivals in the first five months of 2026, up 14 percent year on year, the Hong Kong Tourism Board announced on Monday.

From January to May, visitor arrivals from the Chinese mainland reached 17.67 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 16 percent.

In May alone, visitor arrivals reached approximately 4.46 million,

HKSAR gov't launches public consultation on 1st 5-year plan

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:45:21 GMT

HONG KONG, June 15 (Xinhua) -- The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government on Monday launched a public consultation on the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the HKSAR (2026-2030).

A spokesperson for the HKSAR government said that Hong Kong's first five-year plan is a historic step with profound significance. It will provide a forward-looking, strategic and operable gu

Feature: Hong Kong's Food Angel delivers 34 mln free meals over 15 years

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:15:18 GMT

HONG KONG, June 15 (Xinhua) -- At dusk, as the hustle and bustle of Nam Cheong Place market in Hong Kong subsided, Food Angel's food collector Ah Chun began her work.

She collected unsold vegetables from each stall, carefully sorted them, and handed them to the logistics team. Together with other surplus food gathered across the city, all items were sent to a central kitchen for safety checks and cooking.

Mongolia, China should continue strengthening trust, support to maintain correct direction of bilateral ties: Chinese FM

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:45:06 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 15 (Xinhua) -- Mongolia and China should continue strengthening mutual trust and support to maintain the correct direction of bilateral ties, said visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi here on Monday.

In a meeting with Mongolian Prime Minister Nyam-Osor Uchral, Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, said both sides should m

Hong Kong stocks close 0.5 pct higher

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:45:09 GMT

HONG KONG, June 15 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's stock market ended higher Monday with the benchmark Hang Seng Index up 0.5 percent to close at 24,842.67 points.

The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index rose 0.02 percent to end at 8,375.74 points, and the Hang Seng Tech Index rose 1.28 percent to end at 4,765.58 points.

Xinhua Headlines: Young people from Taiwan trace roots across Strait, build future on mainland

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:47:34 GMT

XIAMEN, June 15 (Xinhua) -- After finally arriving at their ancestral village, Wu Ping-chang watched his father stand in the ancestral hall, his lips tight, silently tracing the engraved names belonging to members of their shared lineage.

"We sat with the villagers, who share the same surname as us, enjoying tea, chatting in a similar accent. It's a wonderful bond that comes from our common roots," said Wu, from

Hong Kong shares up 0.45 pct by midday

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:15:09 GMT

HONG KONG, June 15 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong stocks rose 111.52 points, or 0.45 percent, to close Monday's morning session at 24,829.62.

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index opens 1.15 pct higher

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 01:45:12 GMT

HONG KONG, June 15 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index rose 283.32 points, or 1.15 percent, to open at 25,001.42 points on Monday.

Hong Kong's 5-year plan to focus on economic development, well-being for residents: financial secretary

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:45:09 GMT

HONG KONG, June 14 (Xinhua) -- Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government, said on Sunday that Hong Kong's first five-year plan will foster economic development and boost employment.

His remarks came as the two-month public consultation period for the blueprint will start on Monday.

Chan wrote in his blog that the plan will help the business community, compani

2026 Macao int'l dragon boat races begin with local teams in action

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:46:19 GMT

MACAO, June 13 (Xinhua) -- The 2026 Macao International Dragon Boat Races got underway on Saturday at Nam Van Lake Nautical Center of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR), kicking off a series of competitions and cultural activities ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival.

Saturday's program included the small dragon boat races over a 200-meter course, and the competition continues on Sunday with the standard

Inverness Sushiness to sell up to help other gambling addicts

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:32:36 GMT

Inverness Sushiness to sell up to help other gambling addicts

Hill defeats McInnis, wins Republican nomination for agriculture commissioner

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:10:34 GMT

Hill defeats McInnis, wins Republican nomination for agriculture commissioner

Sunday Drive- A stage show from Mother Nature at Ruth Lake - Park Record

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:35:52 GMT

Sunday Drive- A stage show from Mother Nature at Ruth Lake - Park Record

Federal prosecutors charge 15 with impeding agents during Minnesota ICE crackdown

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:34:34 GMT

Federal prosecutors charge 15 with impeding agents during Minnesota ICE crackdown

What the UFC Freedom 250 drone plot means for law enforcement

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:33:37 GMT

What the UFC Freedom 250 drone plot means for law enforcement

Pasadena officer shot by fellow cop during alleged horseplay- Lessons in firearm safety

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:32:36 GMT

Pasadena officer shot by fellow cop during alleged horseplay- Lessons in firearm safety

FBI- Multiple arrests made in thwarted attacks targeting Trump's White House UFC show

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:32:34 GMT

FBI- Multiple arrests made in thwarted attacks targeting Trump's White House UFC show

Ex-Louisville officer charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of naked man

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:32:31 GMT

Ex-Louisville officer charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of naked man

Body camera video shows man running at neighbor with knife before police shooting

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:32:28 GMT

Body camera video shows man running at neighbor with knife before police shooting

How to make bomb in kitchen manual found, jury told

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:06:45 GMT

How to make bomb in kitchen manual found, jury told

Former Star casino CEO, chief lawyer fined a combined $1.1m

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:05:35 GMT

Former Star casino CEO, chief lawyer fined a combined $1.1m

Concrete Carbon Accounting Uses Isotope Fingerprints

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:04:44 GMT

Concrete Carbon Accounting Uses Isotope Fingerprints

Skill games must adhere to Pa.s gambling law, court rules NBC10 Philadelphia

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:03:15 GMT

Skill games must adhere to Pa.s gambling law, court rules NBC10 Philadelphia

Victims identified in Butler, Missouri, plane crash that killed 11 skydivers, 1 pilot

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:05:41 GMT

Victims identified in Butler, Missouri, plane crash that killed 11 skydivers, 1 pilot

Man convicted of making bomb threat to New Orleans International Airport

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:07:11 GMT

Man convicted of making bomb threat to New Orleans International Airport