Published Tue, Apr 21, 2026 · 03:02 PM [HONG KONG] Contemporary Amperex Technology’s (CATL) latest share sale – priced at a 5.1 per cent discount – was more than twice subscribed. That underscores strong investor appetite for the stock even after the battery maker’s 20 per cent rally this year. The inquiry‑based sale of 58…
In my last post, I asked you, readers, to tell me what you thought about this concept that seems to intrigue media owners — that their news organization should set out to appeal to an audience that craves some sort of middle ground and identifies politically as centrist. Most recently, this has come up at…
Jim Parsons has addressed the possibility of returning as Sheldon Cooper. The actor indicated that he is unlikely to take on the role again in a reboot of The Big Bang Theory. His recent remarks highlight the reason behind that decision, offering clarity on his stance. Jim Parsons on why he doesn’t want to return…
Chris Brooke, chairman of Hong Kong China Rugby, poses for a photo during an interview with China Daily at Kai Tak Stadium prior to the opening of the Hong Kong Sevens tournament on April 17, 2026. (JIA MINGRUI / CHINA DAILY) The 2026 Hong Kong Sevens — the city’s iconic rugby tournament — has grown…
LONDON, April 21 (Reuters) – The former top official in Britain’s foreign ministry who was sacked over Peter Mandelson’s appointment as U.S. ambassador said on Tuesday he had come under a lot of pressure from the prime minister’s private office to resolve his security clearance quickly. Olly Robbins told a parliamentary select committee there was…
BEIJING, April 21 (Reuters) – China on Tuesday implied energy assistance for the Philippines could be tied to Manila holding military drills with the U.S. and other allies, as its top newspaper showed Beijing’s readiness to leverage its reserves in diplomatic disputes. In an editorial headlined “The Philippines should create conditions for deepening cooperation,” the ruling…
People walk past the logo of the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited at the Exchange Square in Central, Hong Kong, June 27, 2025. (SHAMIM ASHRAF / CHINA DAILY) Hong Kong’s stock exchange is working on introducing options expiring within a day next year, joining a global trend toward shorter-dated bets that’s sent US derivatives…
In March, the S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.24%) tumbled 9% from its peak as the Iran conflict drove oil prices to a multiyear high. The index has already recouped its losses and hit a new record high, reflecting expectations that the situation will soon be resolved. But investors may have bought the dip prematurely. Tensions between…
Ryan O’HanlonApr 21, 2026, 08:35 AM Close Ryan O’Hanlon is a staff writer for ESPN.com. He’s also the author of “Net Gains: Inside the Beautiful Game’s Analytics Revolution.” Multiple Authors The long-range goal is supposed to be dead. Depending on who you listen to, it’s the result of analytics or the new mode of managerial…
China has granted export licences to eight new Australian facilities to start supplying beef, just months after introducing a range of trade measures and tariffs to protect its domestic cattle industry. China’s customs website (GACC) shows late on Friday (April 17), China approved access to six distribution centres (cold stores) and also two abattoirs —…