China is releasing fertiliser reserves and likely extending export curbs to protect spring planting after the US-Israel war on Iran disrupted imports of key raw materials, a move that could ripple through global fertiliser markets.
A man in his sixties who was working on an air‑conditioning unit fell from a ladder at 88 Yeung Uk Road in Tsuen Wan on Thursday morning and was taken unconscious to Princess Margaret Hospital, where he was admitted to intensive care.
Al Jazeera reports that the US and Israel’s campaign against Iran intensified on day 27, while Donald Trump said Iranian leaders want to “make a deal.” The escalation raises regional and global economic risks.
After a High Court found a ban on Palestine Action unlawful and arrests were eased, London’s Metropolitan Police announced a reversal and said protesters will again be arrested.
At the Boao Forum, China’s Zhao Leji urged rejecting power politics and resolving conflicts through negotiation, linking peace to economic development as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues.
Hong Kong head coach Zheng Kangzhao is targeting a big 2026, with the city hosting the FIE Fencing World Championships in July and the team headed to the Asian Games in Japan later this year.
Most casualties in Iran’s Gulf missile attacks have been South Asian nationals, leaving families and remittance-dependent economies facing loss, uncertainty and potential economic strain.
Senegal has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to overturn CAF’s decision to award Morocco the AFCON title after Senegalese players walked out of the final.
NBA owners unanimously approved exploring expansion bids from Seattle and Las Vegas, with a potential entry point set for the 2028–29 season, ESPN reports.
PT Merdeka Gold Resources has applied to list in Hong Kong to broaden its international investor base and boost liquidity, a move brokers say supports HKEX’s drive to attract global issuers amid stronger gold markets.
As global attention shifts toward a war involving Iran, Russia has launched a renewed spring offensive against Ukraine, firing nearly 1,000 drones and 34 missiles while Ukraine responded with almost 400 drones.
Rising gasoline prices tied to the Middle East crisis are affecting Panama, increasing costs for transport and food and prompting local drivers and families to adjust.
A 25-year-old Chinese graduate, Zhang Jin, pays 200 yuan (US$30) monthly to live in a Suzhou nursing home in return for providing companionship to elderly residents, illustrating a grassroots response to housing pressure and an ageing population.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is working to expand a buffer zone along the Lebanon frontier, a development that may heighten tensions on the volatile border.
The UN General Assembly voted 123-3 with 52 abstentions to label the transatlantic African slave trade “the gravest crime against humanity,” a move advocates say could advance healing and reparations debates.
Kuaishou shares plunged over 13% to HK$45.96 after reporting strong sales growth, as analysts warned of pressure on advertising and live-streaming and noted heavy AI spending.
Romantic Warrior won a 1,200m trial at Sha Tin in 1:10.70 ahead of next month’s QE II Cup, pleasing trainer Danny Shum Chap-shing and jockey Hugh Bowman, who also praised My Wish after a separate heat win.
Brent crude rose above $104 a barrel after Iran denied talks with the U.S., dimming hopes for de‑escalation in the US‑Israel war on Iran and pushing oil prices higher.
Ifarhu says the first PASE-U 2026 payment is delayed while it waits for Meduca’s official student registry and completes beneficiary database updates. The agency is also rolling out ACH bank transfers to speed future disbursements.
Temporary concessions for Balboa and Cristóbal, awarded to Maersk and MSC affiliates in February 2026, include an extension clause; AMP is hiring legal advisers amid potential arbitration and planning for longer-term procurement.