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Tech powerhouse, China gateway, talent magnet: How Hong Kong is coming for the world’s best

The Straits Times Asia is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to Tech powerhouse, China gateway, talent magnet: How Hong Kong is coming for the world’s best.

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Florida man stopped by police after drivers report ‘missiles’ mounted on truck

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to Florida man stopped by police after drivers report ‘missiles’ mounted on truck.

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'I'm going to text Joe': JD Vance fires back after Joe Rogan slams MAGA supporters as ‘unintelligent’ and ‘dorks’

JD Vance responded to Joe Rogan after the podcast host derided MAGA supporters as “dorks” and “unintelligent,” highlighting a widening rift with Donald Trump’s administration. Rogan, once supportive, now criticizes policies on Iran, immigration and the Epstein files. Vance downplayed the remarks, defended deportation efforts and insisted the administration remains committed to its agenda amid tensions today.

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Tech powerhouse, China gateway, talent magnet: How Hong Kong is coming for the world’s best

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Florida man stopped by police after drivers report ‘missiles’ mounted on truck

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'I'm going to text Joe': JD Vance fires back after Joe Rogan slams MAGA supporters as ‘unintelligent’ and ‘dorks’

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Cyclone Narelle turns skies blood-red over Western Australia in rare dust storm event: What caused the eerie crimson glow and how it happened

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to Cyclone Narelle turns skies blood-red over Western Australia in rare dust storm event: What caused the eerie crimson glow and how it happened.

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Texas oil tycoon ordered to pay $1.1 billion after thrashing 2-year-old stepson, leaving him wheelchair-bound for life

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to Texas oil tycoon ordered to pay $1.1 billion after thrashing 2-year-old stepson, leaving him wheelchair-bound for life.

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Indian-American author Padma Lakshmi backs 'No Kings' protests against Trump policies

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to Indian-American author Padma Lakshmi backs 'No Kings' protests against Trump policies.

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