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ABU Robocon 2026 kicks off in HK with kung fu-inspired robotics challenge

The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union Robot Contest 2026 kicked off in Hong Kong on Sunday, gathering 16 university teams from 15 countries and regions to take on a robotics challenge inspired by the spirit of Chinese martial arts.

Govt rules out Wang Fuk Court buyout extension as over 94pc accept offers

More than 94 percent of homeowners at Wang Fuk Court have accepted the government acquisition offer ahead of the August 31 deadline, Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun said, stressing that the scheme will not be extended.

Observatory weighs typhoon signals for Tuesday or Wednesday as Narra approaches

The Hong Kong Observatory said it will assess whether to issue tropical cyclone warning signals on Tuesday or Wednesday as Tropical Cyclone Narra approaches the region. 

Govt to invite ride-hailing platforms for licensing in coming weeks

The government aims to invite interested ride-hailing platforms to apply for service licenses in the coming weeks, after receiving over 7,500 applications for the Taxi and Ride-hailing Vehicle Combined Written Test since its launch earlier this month.

Themed bus tours launched for Yu Lan Festival ahead of main cultural event

The Federation of Hong Kong Chiu Chow Community Organizations has launched themed bus tours for Yu Lan Festival to offer tourists an immersive cultural experience ahead of its annual Yu Lan Cultural Festival next month, which is expected to draw 40,000 visitors. 

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DeepSeek applies off-peak API pricing on weekends, slashing bills by half

DeepSeek's API usage will be billed at off-peak rates on weekends starting at midnight on Sunday, eliminating the previous distinction between peak and off-peak API pricing schedules on Saturdays and Sundays, which could cut costs by half.

The Sterling I unveils 133 units after selling all units in its first round of sales for $1.6 bln

China Resources Land (1109) launched the third price list of 133 units for its Southwest Kowloon project, The Sterling I, on Sunday after selling all 180 units in the first round of sales for nearly HK$1.6 billion on Saturday.

Savills to sell 'one of the finest' three-story Peak house at Strawberry Hill for HK$160 million

Strawberry Hill, No. 8 Plunkett's Road, The Peak, has hit the market, with British real estate firm Savills appointed as the sole agent, priced at an indicative HK$160 million.

Alibaba plans $80 billion Hong Kong share placement to fund AI spending

China's Alibaba (9988) said on Sunday it plans to sell HK$80 billion in a share placement to fund artificial intelligence-related development.

Sinopec's half-year profit grew 19.3pc on year despite Iran war, falling demand

China's Sinopec (0386) reported an unexpected 19.3 percent year-on-year increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, despite a litany of issues including the Middle East conflict and falling demand for fuel domestically, but said it had to write down its inventories by 16 billion yuan (HK$18.67 billion).

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Chinese robots beat Usain Bolt's 100m world record at Beijing games

A Chinese humanoid robot ran 100 metres in 9.39 seconds in a preliminary heat at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing on Saturday, faster than the men's world record held by Jamaican sprinting great Usain Bolt.

Tesla teases imminent launch of Cybercab 'robotaxi'

Electric vehicle-maker Tesla is teasing the upcoming debut of its self-driving robotaxi, dubbed "Cybercab," to compete with the likes of Uber and Waymo.

Canada to retaliate for US tariffs, worsening ties after talks fail

Canada will impose tariffs on some US goods in retaliation for 50 percent levies ordered by President Donald Trump on Canadian products, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Saturday, after trade talks collapsed between the two neighbors.

Japan earthquake injures dozens

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck near Tokyo early Sunday, injuring at least 37 people and disrupting travel in the bustling megacity.

South Korean survivor fights for workplace harassment 'justice'

Kept in the dark after reporting her boss for harassment, South Korean advocate Baek Song-yi is now campaigning for survivors' right to know how their bullies were disciplined.

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