Mainland Chinese investors snap up a record amount of Hong Kong stocks to play AI

As the new school year begins, families with mixed immigration status face heightened anxiety about sending their children to school due to fears of immigration raids, particularly since the Trump administration has relaxed restrictions on enforcement in sensitive locations. This anxiety has led to increased absenteeism among students, particularly in immigrant-heavy areas, compounding existing educational disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic. Want More Context? 🔎

One person has died and 13 others have been injured as France's largest wildfire this summer ravages the Aude region, forcing evacuations of residents and tourists. The fire, described as "hellish," has burned over 13,000 hectares, destroying at least 25 homes and challenging firefighters amid extreme heat and drought conditions. Want More Context? 🔎

In Claremont, community generosity shone as nearly $100,000 was raised for motor neurone disease during Jordan Early's DIY Big Freeze event, featuring sporting legends like Daisy Pearce and John Worsfold. Meanwhile, dual Brownlow medallist Nat Fyfe made a strong return to the field, impressing fans with his performance after recovering from injury. Want More Context? 🔎

The tragic death of 19-year-old cyclist Fyfa Dawson, who was killed in October 2019 after a collision with a concrete truck at a construction site on Springs Rd in Christchurch, has led Coroner Ruth Thomas to call for reforms in temporary traffic management and heavy vehicle operations to prevent future incidents. Dawson's family has also joined the push for change following the coroner's findings. Want More Context? 🔎

More than 14,800 patients in Gaza urgently need specialized medical treatment, prompting WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus to call for international action and expedited medical evacuations. The WHO recently facilitated the transfer of 15 critically ill children to Jordan, expressing gratitude for Jordan's ongoing support in providing care. Want More Context? 🔎

India is preparing for a potential visit by PM Narendra Modi to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Summit on August 31-September 1, amid ongoing trade tensions with the US. If confirmed, Modi's trip will include a bilateral meeting with President Xi Jinping, marking their second formal engagement since 2019, while also addressing security concerns and trade dynamics with Russia. Want More Context? 🔎