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Hong Kong finally drops its mask mandate

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3 years ago

March 1, 2023

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Hong Kong is back in business as the city-state drops its mask mandate and prepares for an influx of tourists

Hong Kong is dropping its COVID mask mandate after nearly 1,000 days.

It’s a big move for the city, which is now bracing for an influx of tourists and business.

Hong Kong is one of the last places on the planet to require face masks across its city.

It was among those who followed China’s COVID strategy, which has been described as “draconian” by some human rights organisations.

High risk places, like hospitals will have the choice over whether staff and visitors need to wear masks.

The Chief Executive John Lee says it’s the best time to make the decision. #trending #featured

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Markets brace as U.S. government reopens ahead of key Fed signals

U.S. government funded through January; traders anxious amid economic data delays and potential December rate cut.

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2 hours ago

November 13, 2025

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U.S. government funded through January; traders anxious amid economic data delays and potential December rate cut.

The U.S. government is funded through January, averting another shutdown for now, but economic data delays and shifting Fed expectations are keeping traders on edge.

Markets now price in a 64% chance of a December rate cut as officials deliver crucial speeches this week.

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Starmer under strain as leadership rumours grow

Keir Starmer faces internal pressure and speculation of a leadership challenge ahead of the crucial Autumn Budget.

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3 hours ago

November 13, 2025

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Keir Starmer faces internal pressure and speculation of a leadership challenge ahead of the crucial Autumn Budget.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting internal pressure amid talk of a leadership challenge and economic strain ahead of the Autumn Budget.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ looming tax decisions and Starmer’s sinking approval ratings are fuelling speculation across Westminster.

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SoftBank sells Nvidia stake to fund massive AI push

SoftBank sells $5.8B Nvidia stake to invest in AI, sparking analysts’ views on Masayoshi Son’s bold gamble.

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1 day ago

November 12, 2025

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SoftBank sells $5.8B Nvidia stake to invest in AI, sparking analysts’ views on Masayoshi Son’s bold gamble.

SoftBank has sold its entire $5.8 billion Nvidia stake to double down on artificial intelligence, investing heavily in OpenAI and the colossal $500 billion Stargate data-centre project.

Analysts say it’s Masayoshi Son’s boldest tech gamble yet.

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