New cameras catch cell phone use when driving. getty Arkansas Highway Police, a division of the Arkansas Department of Transportation, has upgraded its work zone camera systems so they can detect cell phone use by drivers moving through designated work zones. The change is part of a broader push to crack down on distracted driving…
Hong Kong police are searching for a 47-year-old mainland Chinese man who has gone missing for three days. The force said Ye Zhihui was last seen at Tai Au Mun in Tseung Kwan O on Monday morning. His family reporting him missing later that day. According to police, Ye is about 1.65 metres (5.4 feet)…
The sweeping changes will see the US quit major forums for cooperation on climate change, peace and democracy. United States President Donald Trump has announced that he plans to withdraw the US from 66 United Nations and international organisations, including major forums for cooperation on climate change, peace and democracy. In a presidential memorandum shared…
Simon FraserAsia editor, BBC News website Prince Group/Getty images Cambodia says it has extradited to China a billionaire businessman accused of masterminding a vast cryptocurrency scam in which trafficked workers were lured to forced labour camps to defraud victims globally. Chen Zhi was among three Chinese nationals arrested on 6 January after a joint investigation…
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email The Queen has underscored the “more urgent than ever” mission of her charity, The Queen’s Reading Room, as it marks its fifth anniversary, asserting that…
This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. Get faster notifications on the latest updates by downloading our app. A winter chill lingered over Hong Kong on Thursday morning, with temperatures dropping to 12 degrees Celsius across the city and to as…
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Gold price remained supported and extended gains to $4,500. Crude oil is showing bearish signs and might decline below $55.00. Important Takeaways for Gold and WTI Crude Oil Prices Analysis Today Gold price started a consolidation phase after a decent increase to $4,500 against the US Dollar. A key bullish trend line is forming with…
Barcelona have a good time on Wednesday, as they defeated Athletic Club 5-0 to reach another Spanish Supercup final. One of the stars of the show was Raphinha, who continued his excellent recent form by scoring twice and providing an assist in Jeddah. As per Sport, he gave his reaction to the victory and performance…
This start-up with a trillion-dollar idea could be a big winner. Helicopters are one of transportation’s most versatile inventions. They can take off and land vertically, they can hover in place, they can operate without runways, and they can reach remote areas, all of which make them indispensable for medical, military, and rescue purposes. They’re…