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HK, China, Asia news & opinion from SCMP’s global edition | South China Morning Post News Comment Lifestyle More + Coronavirus Sign in/up News Comment Lifestyle More + Coronavirus Edition: International International Hong Kong United States Asia The spillover of viruses from animals to humans is a direct result of our actions involving wildlife and their habitat, according to the lead author of a new study. Photo: AFP Animals hunted, traded and homeless host twice as many viruses that infect us Hunting, wildlife trade and threats to habitat key factors in viral spillover Research adds to growing evidence about the role of humans in the emergence of new infections 3 hours ago One virus caused Covid-19; scientists say thousands more are in waiting Topic | Coronavirus outbreak Animals hunted, traded and homeless host twice as many viruses that infect us Hunting, wildlife trade and threats to habitat key factors in viral spillover Research adds to growing evidence about the role of humans in the emergence of new infections 3 hours ago Coronavirus outbreak Animals hunted, traded and homeless host twice as many viruses that infect us 3 hours ago Hunting, wildlife trade and threats to habitat key factors in viral spillover Research adds to growing evidence about the role of humans in the emergence of new infections China’s US$1 trillion loan bubble is bursting as consumers flinch China’s consumer loans are shrinking at an unprecedented pace, a blow to the government’s strategy of relying on spending to boost growth amid the worst pandemic in a generation. China’s consumer loans are shrinking at an unprecedented pace, a blow to the government’s strategy of relying on spending to boost growth amid the worst pandemic in a generation. 10 Apr 2020 - 11:31AM 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Coronavirus warning as Hongkongers head outdoors for Easter, infections hit 989 Top health official says sheer number of people on the streets could trigger fresh wave of infections. City records 16 new cases on Good Friday. Top health official says sheer number of people on the streets could trigger fresh wave of infections. City records 16 new cases on Good Friday. 14 minutes ago Coronavirus warning as Hongkongers head outdoors for Easter, infections hit 989 Top health official says sheer number of people on the streets could trigger fresh wave of infections. City records 16 new cases on Good Friday. 14 minutes ago Death of Hong Kong-born nurse highlights UK needs in virus fight The high proportion of doctors and nurses from parts of the former British Empire who have died fighting the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the vital role of immigrants in the UK’s National Health Service. The high proportion of doctors and nurses from parts of the former British Empire who have died fighting the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the vital role of immigrants in the UK’s National Health Service. 3 hours ago Death of Hong Kong-born nurse highlights UK needs in virus fight 3 hours ago Female workers in China typical of coronavirus burden on women: report 5 hours ago 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Health Matters Life-and-death surgery saved hospital worker in his 30s after heart attack In Partnership With Hong Kong Adventist Hospital How coronavirus affects women, K-drama backlash and a tribute to Auntie Xiong 2 hours ago 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Female workers in China typical of coronavirus burden on women: report 5 hours ago 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Health Matters Life-and-death surgery saved hospital worker in his 30s after heart attack In Partnership With Hong Kong Adventist Hospital How coronavirus affects women, K-drama backlash and a tribute to Auntie Xiong 2 hours ago 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Opinion Preview Opinion | Now is not the time to question Asean’s relevance Glenn Ong 10 Apr 2020 - 8:17AM Opinion | Basic Law is conflicting, confusing – and still the best bet for our future For all its flaws, the Basic Law protects Hong Kong’s separate system and can continue to do so beyond 2047, provided work begins now to resolve some of the deep-rooted contradictions. This cannot happen without basic trust. SCMP Columnist Cliff Buddle 10 Apr 2020 - 7:15AM 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Opinion | No room for complacency as Hong Kong fights to end Covid-19 surge Bernard Chan 10 Apr 2020 - 9:52AM 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Harry’s View | 10 Apr 2020 Macroscope | Amid Covid-19, will Opec-Russia deal to end oil price war be enough? 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Paparazzi adapt to celebrities in lockdown 1 hour ago Football Liverpool skipper Henderson is proving priceless in repairing the club’s tattered image 1 hour ago Health & Environment Coronavirus warning as Hongkongers head outdoors for Easter, infections hit 989 2 hours ago China Business China’s listed companies stand out compared to government bonds 2 hours ago Visual Stories Trending OPINION Visual Stories Glenn Ong Opinion | Now is not the time to question Asean’s relevance The Covid-19 pandemic should be framed as a call to arms for Asean to do more for the region’s inhabitants, not as a potential death knell of Asean unity and viability. 10 Apr 2020 - 8:17AM Opinion | Basic Law is conflicting, confusing – and still the best bet for our future For all its flaws, the Basic Law protects Hong Kong’s separate system and can continue to do so beyond 2047, provided work begins now to resolve some of the deep-rooted contradictions. This cannot happen without basic trust. For all its flaws, the Basic Law protects Hong Kong’s separate system and can continue to do so beyond 2047, provided work begins now to resolve some of the deep-rooted contradictions. This cannot happen without basic trust. 10 Apr 2020 - 7:15AM 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Opinion | No room for complacency as Hong Kong fights to end Covid-19 surge The city was not alone in being hit by a ‘second wave’ of infections last month as Hongkongers returned sick from abroad and locally transmitted cases also shot up. The city was not alone in being hit by a ‘second wave’ of infections last month as Hongkongers returned sick from abroad and locally transmitted cases also shot up. 10 Apr 2020 - 9:52AM 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 Glenn Ong Opinion | Now is not the time to question Asean’s relevance 10 Apr 2020 - 8:17AM Opinion | Basic Law is conflicting, confusing – and still the best bet for our future For all its flaws, the Basic Law protects Hong Kong’s separate system and can continue to do so beyond 2047, provided work begins now to resolve some of the deep-rooted contradictions. This cannot happen without basic trust. SCMP Columnist Cliff Buddle 10 Apr 2020 - 7:15AM 03571EC5-13F4-4283-B996-99444BE88411 LIVE Coronavirus outbreak Hong Kong beaches and trails packed on Easter holiday 17 minutes ago...