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RTHK
6 hours ago
- RTHK
Dozens arrested over 'HK$40bn money laundering'
Dozens arrested over 'HK$40bn money laundering' Police say they seized cash and goods worth a total of HK$1.13 billion. Photo: RTHK Police on Wednesday said they had arrested more than 80 people on suspicion of defrauding banks and money laundering involving almost HK$40 billion. The force said it arrested 55 men and 27 women aged between 19 and 78 on Tuesday after raiding multiple companies and residences. Cash and goods worth a total of HK$1.13 billion were seized, officers said. At a press briefing, officers said a triad gang had been involved in various criminal activities, including gambling and illegal lending, with family and friends roped in to help launder the proceeds. Chief Superintendent Kwan King-pan said among those arrested was a man, 44, suspected of leading the gang. "The syndicate head did not have any assets under his name, or bank accounts. He also did not declare any income or pay any taxes," he said. "The assets he owns and controls include multiple luxury flats with a value of over HK$100 million each, luxury cars, watches and imported wine." Kwan said the force's investigation into the alleged crimes was continuing.


Newsweek
19 hours ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Dodgers, Phillies and Padres Have 'High Bar' to Reach for Outfield Target
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Steven Kwan may be the newest addition to the trade block after Emmanuel Clase was placed on leave for a gambling investigation. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal is reporting that the news has turned the Cleveland Guardians into sellers and that Kwan could be on the move if their asking price is met. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JULY 26: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrates his two-run home run with teammates in the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals in game two of a doubleheader... KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JULY 26: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrates his two-run home run with teammates in the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals in game two of a doubleheader at Kauffman Stadium on July 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. More"Kwan, 27, is earning $4.175 million this season and under club control through salary arbitration for two years after that," wrote Rosenthal. "He is drawing 'a ton' of interest, according to a club source, with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres believed to be among the teams in the mix." "The Guardians intend to set a high bar for their desired return," added Rosenthal. "The combination of Kwan's age, additional years of control and offensive, defensive and base-running ability makes him perhaps the best position player available. He is more than six years younger than Eugenio Suárez, a rental, and his fWAR is 2.8 to Suárez's 3.0." Suárez reportedly has a high asking price from the Arizona Diamondbacks, so Kwan's price has to be through the roof. This means contenders would have to significantly overpay to land Kwan who would become the best outfielder on the market as well as one of the best overall hitters. However, Rosenthal added the team won't move him if the offers don't match their evaluation. "While the Guardians' chances of signing Kwan to an extension might be slim, this will not be their last opportunity to trade him," he wrote. "They can try again this offseason, when they possibly could involve even more teams, as well as the next two deadlines and — if there is no lockout — the 2026-27 offseason." The Guardians are certainly under no pressure to move on from Kwan. However, a contender willing to meet their asking price would receive a major boost to help their chances of winning the World Series this fall. More MLB: MLB Writer Floats Joe Ryan Trade Package That Should Leave Cubs Fans 'Giddy'


Newsweek
a day ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Blue Jays Could Acquire Guardians Two-Time All-Star After Emmanuel Clase News
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase was expected to impact the trade deadline, but not like this. Clase was placed on non-disciplinary paid leave on Monday in connection with Major League Baseball's sports betting investigation, per ESPN's Jeff Passan. Now, there's zero chance the three-time All-Star closer gets traded, and the Guardians are in a state of flux. That could mean the Toronto Blue Jays are in position to benefit, explains one insider. CLEVELAND, OHIO - JULY 06: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians hits an RBI double during the eighth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field on July 06, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. CLEVELAND, OHIO - JULY 06: Steven Kwan #38 of the Cleveland Guardians hits an RBI double during the eighth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field on July 06, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Photo byAccording to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Clase's non-suspension increases the odds that left fielder Steven Kwan, now a two-time All-Star himself, could be traded by Thursday's deadline. The Blue Jays have already checked in on Kwan, according to Rosenthal. "Kwan, 27, is earning $4.175 million this season and under club control through salary arbitration for two years after that. He is drawing 'a ton' of interest, according to a club source, with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres believed to be among the teams in the mix," Rosenthal wrote Tuesday. "The Guardians intend to set a high bar for their desired return. The combination of Kwan's age, additional years of control and offensive, defensive and base-running ability makes him perhaps the best position player available. He is more than six years younger than Eugenio Suárez, a rental, and his fWAR is 2.8 to Suárez's 3.0." There's a lot to digest here, because left field might not even be the Blue Jays' biggest need. That's likely pitching, as Toronto could use a starter and multiple relievers to boost its playoff case. However, players like Kwan don't become available often, especially for multiple seasons. Should the Blue Jays simply go after him because he could be another star added to their core, particularly as one star potentially exits in Bo Bichette? More MLB: Blue Jays Must Address This 'Urgent' Flaw At Trade Deadline, Says Top MLB Analyst


Fox Sports
3 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Kwan's two-run homer lifts Guardians to 6-4 win over Royals and doubleheader split
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Steven Kwan hit a two-run home run, Tanner Bibee struck out eight in five innings, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Kansas City Royals 6-4 on Saturday night to earn a doubleheader split. Kansas City won the first game 5-3 with a walk-off homer in the 10th inning. The Guardians have not swept the Royals in a doubleheader since April 24, 2008. Kwan's 431-foot home run into the right field fountains of Kauffman Stadium gave the Guardians a 6-2 lead. The Guardians drew four straight walks in the first with Carlos Santana drawing the RBI walk to give Cleveland a 1-0 lead. Johnathan Rodriguez extended the lead with a two-run double in the first. Daniel Schneemann hit a sacrifice fly RBI in the third. Bobby Witt Jr. and Freddy Fermin each hit two-run home runs for Kansas City. Bibee (7-9) allowed four runs on seven hits for his third straight win. After taking the loss in game one, Emmanuel Clase earned his 24th save of the season. Kris Bubic (8-7) gave up four runs on three hits in 2 2/3 innings of work with four walks and one strikeout. Bubic got off to a slow start, throwing 42 pitches in the first inning. The four walks matched a season-high. Key moment Kwan's home run was the spark the Guardians needed to get the win. Since July 7, Cleveland has homered in 14 of 16 games. Key stat Santana drew his 133rd career walk against the Royals, which tied Rickey Henderson for most career walks vs. Kansas City. Up next LHP Joey Cantillo (2-0, 3.91 ERA) will start the series finale for Cleveland. LHP Noah Cameron (4-4, 2.61) is slated to take the mound for Kansas City. ___ AP MLB: recommended Item 1 of 2


San Francisco Chronicle
3 days ago
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Kwan's two-run homer lifts Guardians to 6-4 win over Royals and doubleheader split
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Steven Kwan hit a two-run home run, Tanner Bibee struck out eight in five innings, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Kansas City Royals 6-4 on Saturday night to earn a doubleheader split. Kansas City won the first game 5-3 with a walk-off homer in the 10th inning. The Guardians have not swept the Royals in a doubleheader since April 24, 2008. Kwan's 431-foot home run into the right field fountains of Kauffman Stadium gave the Guardians a 6-2 lead. The Guardians drew four straight walks in the first with Carlos Santana drawing the RBI walk to give Cleveland a 1-0 lead. Johnathan Rodríguez extended the lead with a two-run double in the first. Daniel Schneemann hit a sacrifice fly RBI in the third. Bobby Witt Jr. and Freddy Fermin each hit two-run home runs for Kansas City. Bibee (7-9) allowed four runs on seven hits for his third straight win. After taking the loss in game one, Emmanuel Clase earned his 24th save of the season. Kris Bubic (8-7) gave up four runs on three hits in 2 2/3 innings of work with four walks and one strikeout. Bubic got off to a slow start, throwing 42 pitches in the first inning. The four walks matched a season-high. Jac Caglianone exited game one on Saturday with left groin tightness and was moved to the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain. Key moment Kwan's home run was the spark the Guardians needed to get the win. Since July 7, Cleveland has homered in 14 of 16 games. Key stat Santana drew his 133rd career walk against the Royals, which tied Rickey Henderson for most career walks vs. Kansas City. Up next LHP Joey Cantillo (2-0, 3.91 ERA) will start the series finale for Cleveland. LHP Noah Cameron (4-4, 2.61) is slated to take the mound for Kansas City. ___