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RTHK's morning news programme. Weekdays 6:30 - 8:00
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Janice Lo and Ben Tse

2025-07-31
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Trump slaps India with 25 percent tariffs  Listenfacebook
US President Donald Trump says the United States is still negotiating with India on trade, despite announcing a 25-percent tariff on goods imported from the country starting on Friday. He also said in a social media post that an additional, unspecified penalty would be imposed over New Delhi's purchases of Russian weapons and energy. But later at the White House, Mr Trump indicated there was wiggle room – as Jamie Clarke reports:
US Fed keeps interest rates unchanged despite Trump pressure  Listenfacebook
The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged -- in the face of strong political pressure from Donald Trump to slash borrowing costs. But as Matthew Ngai reports, divisions have emerged among policymakers:
Govt to stay prudent amid China-US trade tensions: FS  Listenfacebook
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says the government will adopt a prudent approach when considering policy changes amid the ongoing trade tensions between China and the United States. Elvis Yu reports:
Tsunami threat from Russia earthquake subsides  Listenfacebook
The threat of major damage from tsunamis triggered by one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded is receding, with many tsunami warnings earlier issued either lifted or downgraded nearly a day after the tremor struck off Russia's east coast. Millions of people were evacuated from Japan to Ecuador as a precaution. Some warnings remained in place in South America. Jamie Clarke reports on the impact of the 8.8-magnitude quake:
Aftershocks still pose threat, says expert  Listenfacebook
Earth scientist Benjamin Horton says that immediate evacuation to higher ground is crucial once a tsunami warning is issued. Professor Horton, who is Dean of the School of Energy and Environment at Hong Kong's City University, said large earthquakes are often followed by aftershocks. He said while they are smaller in magnitude, aftershocks can still be significant and exacerbate problems if they strike regions already destabilised by the initial quake. He told Hailey Yip that beyond tsunamis, major earthquakes can trigger landslides, damage infrastructure and cause flooding:
Party plenum to be held in October  Listenfacebook
The fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee will be held in Beijing in October. That's according to a decision made at a Politburo meeting chaired by President and general secretary of the Party Central Committee, Xi Jinping. Wendy Wong has more.
Dozens arrested over 'HK$40bn money laundering'   Listenfacebook
Police say they have arrested over 80 alleged triad members suspected of deception and money laundering involving almost HK$40 billion. The suspects, aged between 19 and 78, were detained in raids on a number of firms and homes. Charlie Chun reports.
Kwu Tung station opening on track despite bad weather  Listenfacebook
Kwu Tung MTR station is on track to open in 2027 despite recent extreme weather. It'll be part of the future Northern Link project. Charlie Chun tells us more.
'Govt reacted quickly despite unpredictable rainstorm'  Listenfacebook
Chief Secretary Eric Chan says the heavy rain and thunderstorms on Tuesday -- which triggered the year's first black rainstorm warning -- developed rapidly and posed difficulties for the authorities to make clear predictions. But he said the city has a comprehensive, well-established and effective mechanism to handle extreme weather conditions. Sophie Hui reports.
Economy can set sail by boost in yachting, says BPA  Listenfacebook
The Business and Professionals Alliance for Hong Kong is calling on the government to make better use of the city’s underdeveloped coastline and promote yachting. In a newly released research report, the group suggested building more piers and making it easier for yachts from the Greater Bay Area to enter Hong Kong. They believe the move could attract wealthy tourists and bring in up to HK$4.5 billion in revenue each year. Lawmaker Jeffrey Lam from the alliance described local waters as "fantastic". He told Lauren Kee that they're clear and not too deep, and are perfect for yachting.
'New subsidised homes meet needs of young families'  Listenfacebook
A lawmaker says subsidised homes to be put on the market from this year would be more suitable for young families. That's because the flats will not have traditional fixtures such as a kitchen stove and racks to dry clothes. Hailey Yip reports.
More malnutrition fatalities reported in Gaza amid UN warning  Listenfacebook
Gaza's health ministry says another seven Palestinians, including a child, have died of malnutrition in the besieged enclave. That brings the total number of malnutrition-related fatalities to 154. The World Health Organisation has warned of mass starvation in Gaza and images of emaciated children have shocked the world. However, Israel has insisted it has no aim to starve Gaza. This week it announced steps to allow more aid in, including pausing fighting in some locations, air dropping food and offering more secure routes. But, as Jamie Clarke reports, the United Nations said the scale of what is needed is vast in order to stave off famine and avert a health crisis.

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