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A major global bank just launched a $4 billion facility to help Chinese clean energy companies expand internationally, with Vietnam positioned as a top destination. The move could accelerate the spread of affordable solar, battery, and electric vehicle technology across Southeast Asia.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is stepping back onto the court this summer after nearly three years away from the game. The 23-time Grand Slam champion will compete in doubles at London's HSBC Championships starting Saturday.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is making a stunning comeback at 44, returning to professional tennis after four years away. Athletes around the world are celebrating the 23-time Grand Slam champion's announcement to compete at the HSBC Championships this June.
A new competition is rewarding British farmers who are cutting emissions and inspiring others to fight climate change. The Carbon Farmer of the Year contest opens this March, backed by the Farm Carbon Toolkit and HSBC UK.
South Africa's Blitzboks have clinched the HSBC SVNS World Championship title after a hard-fought semi-final run in Bordeaux, France. Despite stumbling into the playoffs as a third-place team, they secured enough wins to put the championship out of reach for their rivals.
Best Haputpong left IBM and HSBC to join a tiny startup changing bedsheets in Airbnbs. Today, Igloohome's digital locks power 70% of their business across America.
Australian golfer Hannah Green held her nerve through a tense final round to capture her second HSBC Women's World Championship title in Singapore. The 29-year-old's victory marks her second win at the prestigious tournament, having also claimed the title in 2024.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is stepping back onto the court after nearly three years away, announcing she'll compete in doubles at next week's HSBC Championships at Queen's Club. The 23-time Grand Slam champion never officially retired, saying she was "evolving away" from the sport after welcoming two daughters.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is extending her comeback at age 44, adding the Berlin Open to her schedule as she prepares for a possible return to Wimbledon. The 23-time Grand Slam champion will play doubles at two tournaments this month after four years away from professional tennis.
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South Africa's rugby sevens team dominated the 2026 season with six straight finals and their first Hong Kong title. Now they're one tournament away from a rare double championship.
Ruby Tui's scratched and dented 2016 Olympic silver medal became her greatest teacher. The New Zealand rugby sevens champion let hundreds of schoolchildren hold it, and every drop and ding reminded her that falling down matters less than getting back up.
A Nepalese-owned restaurant in Cardiff brought guests on a culinary journey from the Himalayas to the coast, raising over £2,000 for Marie Curie hospice care. The May fundraiser showcased how immigrant-owned businesses are giving back to communities that welcomed them.
English golfer Charley Hull has climbed to world No. 3, the highest ranking ever achieved by an Englishwoman in the sport's 20-year history. After a season of near misses and recent wins, she's ready to capture her first major championship in 2026.
Major women's sporting events pumped more than £54 million into London's economy last year, proving that investing in women's athletics delivers massive returns. The Women's Rugby World Cup final alone generated £48.5 million while drawing record-breaking crowds and viewership.
After winning a gold coin worth $100,000 in a lucky draw, one of Victor Li Tzar-kuoi's children chose to donate the entire prize to Hong Kong's Community Chest. The generous gesture continues the CK Group's 26-year streak of ranking among the charity's top three fundraisers.
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South Africa's Blitzboks rugby sevens team just clinched their fourth tournament win of the season in New York, securing the overall series title with three championship events still to come. The team's defensive brilliance and fresh roster depth are powering their quest to become world champions.
Pension funds and asset managers are preparing to hold bank leaders accountable for backing away from environmental commitments. ShareAction will recommend votes against bank chairs who weaken their climate goals this spring.
Tennis legend Serena Williams returned to competitive play at 44, winning her first match since 2022 alongside 19-year-old partner Victoria Mboko. The duo defeated third-seeded opponents in straight sets at Queen's Club in London.
A clean energy company just secured one of the biggest geothermal investments in U.S. history, proving that steady, weather-proof renewable power is ready to scale. The Cape Station project in Utah could eventually power millions of homes with constant carbon-free electricity.
Britain's tax office just locked in a 10-year deal with homegrown tech firm Quantexa to slash fraud and cut those frustrating wait times. The AI system will help staff work faster while keeping humans in charge of every decision.
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