Hundreds of hikers flocked to Po Pin Chau, one of Hong Kong’s most popular coastal trails on Thursday, the first day of the National Day “golden week”. The city’s first countryside crowd-control scheme was introduced at the High Island Geo Trail in Sai Kung in early September, requiring visitors to make a real-name reservation in advance. Flydubai has suspended flights between the United Arab Emirates and Israel as investigations continue into a possible terror attack attempt on Wednesday. Passengers and crew on a flydubai flight foiled the co-pilot’s apparent attempt to crash the plane. The incident began when the captain was stabbed, sending the jet plunging about 17,000 feet (5,200 metres) within 60 seconds. Flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after the 10-minute ordeal. Migrant rights advocates have hailed the release of Filipino trafficking victim Mary Jane Veloso after 16 years in detention as a victorious milestone, but warn that her case exposes the dangers that still confront many vulnerable workers overseas. After coming close to being executed years ago in Indonesia, Veloso walked free on September 18 from the Correctional Institution for Women in Mandaluyong City. The single mother of two said she was deceived by recruiters who promised her a job abroad as a domestic helper. Japanese convenience store chains have been tapping into artificial intelligence (AI) to help with product development. Lawson stores have launched a pickle-flavoured lemon tart and a bread roll filled with red bean paste, margarine and yogurt cream. Their competitors FamilyMart unveiled a French-style pastry made with dough containing sweet potato puree, topped with caramel sauce. Both companies said while AI is being used to generate ideas, human staff are involved to create prototypes, conduct tests and finalise the products.
Tourists crowd Po Pin Chau as ‘golden week’ holiday begins
Passengers thwart possible terror attempt
Mary Jane Veloso case exposes gaps in Filipino migrant labour protection
Japan taps into AI to develop sweet treats
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