Stories in World
The UK and Finland, as co-chairs of the Media Freedom Coalition, called on Russia to end repression of independent media after Novaya Gazeta ceased operations inside the country, according to a joint statement published 9 November 2026.
A 52-year-old Mainland man was sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment and fined $2,000 after Customs at Hong Kong International Airport seized about 132,400 duty-not-paid cigarettes from his baggage.
The UK government announced a £40 million programme, set out on 9 November 2026, to give GPs extra support for up to 300,000 vulnerable patients this winter, including people with heart disease, frailty and COPD.
The Hong Kong government and MTR Corporation have signed a project agreement covering the complete Northern Link, with the Main Line and Spur Line targeted to open together by 2034 or earlier.
The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department presented its Outstanding Toilet Attendant Award to six frontline staff on November 10, 2026, highlighting technology and training in public toilet management.
The UK regulator announced Innovation Passports for investigational treatments targeting Huntington's disease, non-small cell lung cancer and early Alzheimer's disease, giving developers access to the Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway.
The Animal and Plant Health Agency hosted its first science conference in 15 years in York on 3-4 November 2026, bringing together government, university and industry experts to discuss disease threats to animals, plants and people.
Lieutenant General Phil Prosser has taken over as Chief of Defence Logistics and Support, succeeding Vice Admiral Sir Andy Kyte, the Ministry of Defence said in a 9 November announcement.
Seven laureates in astronomy, life science and medicine, and mathematical sciences were recognised at the 23rd Shaw Prize Award Presentation Ceremony on November 10, the Chief Executive said in a speech.
The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department says it issued about 8,100 nuisance notices over dripping air conditioners this year, as it expands AI-assisted detection and proactive inspections across districts.
Members of the Legislative Council Panel on Environmental Affairs toured Hongkong Electric's Intelligent Operations and Emergency Responses Centre in North Point, learning about AI-based monitoring of substations and the company's decarbonisation plans.
Large pelagic trawlers in English waters will be legally required to carry Remote Electronic Monitoring equipment, including cameras, sensors and GPS, from November 2028, subject to parliamentary timings, Defra has announced.
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