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May 19, 2026
On This Day | In 1961, Typhoon Alice claims 4 lives in Hong Kong
On this day in 1961, a typhoon that hit the city injured around 20 led to four – two women and two children – being killed.
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May 19, 2026
Calls grow for US-China energy trade expansion – but is it feasible?
Business leaders back deeper bilateral energy trade after the US president floated new agreements in Beijing, but analysts question commerci...
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May 19, 2026
Why brands are adding bejewelled cufflinks to their menswear repertoires
Maisons including Dior, Graff, Tiffany & Co. and Cartier are crafting them in gold and adding diamonds and pearls.
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May 19, 2026
Legacy in ink: how calligraphy links China’s political heritage to academia
Around 40 universities feature names inscribed by Mao Zedong, whose distinctive running script-style handwriting is widely recognised.
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May 19, 2026
Meet new Hollywood scream queen Inde Navarrette, from Obsession
The young actress drew inspiration for her breakout performance from scream queen role models Mia Goth in Pearl and Toni Collette in Heredit...
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May 19, 2026
Mango founder’s son arrested over father’s mountain death plunge in Spain
Jonathan Andic and his two sisters are the main owners of Mango following the death of their father, Isak, during a hiking trip in 2024.
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May 19, 2026
WHO warns of ‘scale and speed’ of deadly Ebola outbreak
Deaths and cases surge in eastern DR Congo as rare Ebola strain spreads.
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May 19, 2026
Bodies of 2 Italian divers recovered from ‘well inside’ Maldives underwater cave
The bodies of all four missing divers were found ‘pretty much together’ deep inside the third segment of an underwater cave.
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May 19, 2026
Does China’s rapid chipmaking expansion threaten the global AI memory chip boom?
Rising Chinese output and shifting investment patterns may weigh on the semiconductor sector’s outlook, Samsung adviser says.
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May 19, 2026
More than a missile? Why the Philippines wants Japan’s old Type 88
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May 19, 2026
Swatch-Audemars Piguet watch launch ignites global chaos, tear gas fired in Paris | South China Morning Post
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May 19, 2026
‘People got crazy’: Swatch’s US$400 Royal Pop watch and drop-culture madness
After the Audemars Piguet x Swatch watch launched to ‘mosh pit’ vibes from Europe to Asia, buyers are being assured there’s no shortage.
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May 19, 2026
AI | China’s Ganfeng secures orders amid surge in demand for energy storage, AI boom
Company says its orders are booked through the first half of 2027 as it plans to increase production volume by 50 per cent next year.
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May 19, 2026
Why Elon Musk’s post spotlighting Chinese infrastructure has reignited a debate
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May 19, 2026
Fake news campaigns in Indonesia linked to military, Prabowo’s party: Amnesty
Amnesty’s findings reflect growing concerns that Indonesia is backsliding towards army rule under former special forces commander Prabowo.
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May 19, 2026
Review | Fjord: Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve anchor ice-cold child welfare drama
Fjord, set in a remote Norwegian village with stunning backdrops, explores a religious couple’s clash with Norway’s Child Protection Service...
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May 19, 2026
Hong Kong lifts resale curbs for displaced Tai Po fire victims under buy-back plan
Displaced owners can sell replacement flats anytime and get two-year vouchers to buy second-hand subsidised housing.
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May 19, 2026
Alibaba teases new Qwen previews, highest-ranking Chinese AI models on Arena
The tech giant released previews of new models of its flagship artificial intelligence, which scored well on a crowdsourced platform.
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May 19, 2026
Opinion | Quantum IPO wave is a milestone. It should also come with a warning
Like with the dotcom bubble, investors are piling into companies exploring technologies with a commercial future that is not yet clear.
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May 19, 2026
Ex-HSBC banker acquitted of assaulting wife amid divorce battle
Kenneth Tung, who previously led bank’s financial sponsors group in Asia-Pacific, also awarded legal costs.
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May 19, 2026
Chinese premier urges faster, broader adoption of AI in advanced manufacturing
Premier Li Qiang says boosting AI-powered manufacturing can help drive new growth for the economy.
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May 19, 2026
Zheng Qinwen crashes out of women’s top 50, faces tough French Open singles draw
Unseeded Zheng could get Aryna Sabalenka or Iga Swiatek in the first round. World No 32 Wang Xinyu now China’s highest-ranked player.
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May 19, 2026
Air con repairman dies after falling from 11th floor of Kowloon City building
Source says man, 38, did not wear protective gear and police have contacted Labour Department to conduct investigation at housing estate.
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May 19, 2026
China will ‘actively’ help to resolve international conflicts, ex-diplomat says
Han Zhiqiang also highlights Hong Kong’s role as ‘bridge’ and importance of new mediation body in strengthening international rule of law.
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May 19, 2026
Hong Kong stars Nick Cheung and William Chan join wave of upmarket home sales
Celebrity deals highlight strengthening recovery in luxury property market after transactions more than double in first quarter.
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May 19, 2026
China’s Moonshot AI moves to unwind offshore structure in IPO pursuit: sources
Beijing-based unicorn tells shareholders it will dismantle VIE model as regulators tighten oversight, as shift may signal new era for foreig...
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May 19, 2026
Putin hails ‘unprecedented’ ties ahead of China visit hot on Trump’s heels
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May 19, 2026
Jerry Chau looks to extend Tony Cruz Award lead with strong book of rides at Happy Valley
Jerry Chau Chun-lok will look to extend his Tony Cruz Award lead on Wednesday night at Happy Valley with a strong book of rides that include...
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May 19, 2026
Can Malaysia’s PM afford a snap poll as the fuel bill burns?
With his coalition crumbling and former allies defecting, Malaysia’s prime minister has a fast-narrowing window to secure a fresh mandate.
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May 19, 2026
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May 19, 2026
Ancient China elites cooled off with ice, water fans; folks used bamboo pillows
Research based on historical inscriptions suggests that temperatures in ancient China often climbed to between 40 and 43 degrees Celsius.
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May 19, 2026
Standard Chartered bets on Hong Kong as it raises long-term earnings goals
Bank refines 2030 profit plans, citing city’s role as a superconnector in wealth and global capital flows, with automation trimming costs.
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May 19, 2026
Chinese companies in Hungary scramble to adjust to post-Orban era
BYD tells builders of Hungarian factory to abide by labour laws as new government adopts stricter approach to foreign investment.
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May 19, 2026
North v South purely a football matter for Korea coach ahead of rare contest
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May 19, 2026
Vodka, bullet train and boat rides: how Xi and Putin built up a personal rapport
Xi Jinping’s friendship with Vladimir Putin has been cultivated over many visits and informal events, from pancakes to lakeside teas.
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May 19, 2026
How Changan Automobile’s design-driven brand strategy shapes its global expansion plans
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May 19, 2026
Ride-hailing licence cap ‘must strike a balance’ in Hong Kong, John Lee says
Chief Executive says unique local conditions and passenger experience will determine city’s ride-hailing cap.
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May 19, 2026
Indonesia’s oil hub pitch collides with Asean’s trust deficit
Joint energy security is easy to endorse in principle, yet the bloc has a stubborn record of leaving its emergency frameworks untouched.
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May 19, 2026
Spirit collapsed under high fuel costs. Some Asian airlines could be next
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May 19, 2026
Meet the Hong Kong chefs doing Japanese food with a Cantonese twist
For generations, local diners expected Cantonese chefs to play supporting roles to a Japanese head chef – but now that is changing.
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May 19, 2026
How an architect is healing the ‘inner child’ of Hongkongers
Cherry Yeung started handing out sketches to spread positivity. Now, her Cute Soulz project includes a doll that represents a person’s inner...
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May 19, 2026
‘Godzilla El Nino’, India-Pakistan thaw on the cards: 7 Asia highlights
From Southeast Asia’s climate hazards to South Korea’s AI ‘baseball goddess’, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
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May 19, 2026
Hong Kong to benefit as Xi-Trump summit signals ‘more stability’, John Lee says
‘The consensus reached by the two heads of government injects more certainty and stability into the China-US economic and trade relationship...
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May 19, 2026
Marcos sees Philippines likely to be involved in a Taiwan conflict
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May 19, 2026
Recrowned Hong Kong kings Kitchee say making more impact in Asia is next mission
Club president Ken Ng Kin aiming to build ‘stronger and better’ team for continental quest, asks for patience over star striker chase.
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May 19, 2026
Will Chinese become the king language for commanding AI on engineering tasks?
Study suggests sophisticated AI models can respond better to Chinese than English before learning how to fine-tune geometric modifications.
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May 19, 2026
Letters | Naphtha shock must spur East Asia to cut its plastics reliance
Readers discuss a potential positive consequence of Middle East volatility, the Russian leader’s coming visit to Beijing, and AI’s impact on...
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May 19, 2026
4 things you need to know about when and how often to get a mammogram
Breast cancer screening advice is conflicted and confusing, but new research and technology should help women find the ideal timing.
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May 19, 2026
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May 19, 2026