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South China Morning Post
July 9, 2026
Saudi Arabian tech giant eyes Hong Kong as Asia gateway and smart city partner
Elm, backed by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign Public Investment Fund, expresses strong ‘appetite’ for engaging with Northern Metropolis project.
South China Morning Post
July 9, 2026
Myanmar’s dream of 2 million tourists a year hits civil war roadblock
Myanmar saw 4.5 million tourist arrivals at the peak in 2015, but the numbers have fallen sharply since the military coup in 2021.
South China Morning Post
July 9, 2026
France face Morocco in 2022 World Cup semis rematch as quarter-finals kick off
Match between tournament’s form team and African champions the pick of final-eight line-up, with race for Golden Boot an intriguing subplot.
South China Morning Post
July 9, 2026
Mujun Planet: one man’s quest to revive Japan’s artisanal legacy
So devoted was Japanese designer Shinya Kobayashi to preserving his country’s craft traditions that he bought an entire mountain to ensure t...
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
When will Hong Kong’s retail leasing market see a turnaround?
Analysts say that geopolitical tensions, Beijing’s measures against capital flight and potential rate hikes are adding to uncertainties.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Trump says he will ask US Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case
The top court rarely grants requests to rehear cases and has not done so after issuing a ruling in an argued case in decades.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Editorial | Gold, bond push boosts Hong Kong’s role in nation’s financial future
At a time of increasing global instability, Beijing needs to be a financial powerhouse to protect itself and others.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
No more swiping? The promise and pitfalls of AI in the search for love
As falling user numbers affect dating apps, many are turning to AI to boost matchmaking efficiency. Is it worth it or a waste of time?
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
The Peninsula’s owner and SF Holding set up captive insurers in Hong Kong
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels CEO says the move enhances its risk management capabilities and supports its long-term growth.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
US says China gave only hours’ warning before Pacific submarine missile launch
Washington says Beijing’s notification of launch fell short of expected standard followed by other established nuclear powers.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Editorial | Thorough investigation needed into Hong Kong clinic’s IVF embryo mix-up
The last thing couples trying to conceive need is a loss of confidence in the medical science during a time of extreme stress.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
A year into Trump’s tariffs, Brazil trades less with US and more with China
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Nato summit delivers unity and billions in defence deals, Rutte says
Secretary general says allies are strengthening the alliance after agreeing to higher spending, amid continued pressure from Trump.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Science in the crosshairs: can US-China research continue in an age of rivalry?
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Meet Elliot Page’s comedian girlfriend of Hong Kong descent, Julia Shiplett
The Umbrella Academy star hard-launched his relationship with Shiplett last year; the pair later made a glamorous red-carpet debut at Milan...
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Bangle watches are back
Cartier’s Baignoire, Gucci’s Play, Chanel’s Première Galon and Bulgari’s Serpenti are joined by Van Cleef & Arpels’ Perlée Toi & Moi and Tif...
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Meet Disney’s latest princess, Moana star Catherine Lagaʻaia
The 19-year-old Samoan-Aussie actress, who takes the Moana baton from Auli‘i Cravalho, had to beat out 2 of her sisters for the role.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
China’s worker protections scrutinised as US weighs forced-labour tariffs
Business groups clash with labour advocates at USTR hearing over whether new tariffs would improve workers’ rights or raise costs.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Opinion | What the Iran war has revealed about Brics+
Those arguing that the conflict has exposed the grouping as a failure misunderstand its role.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Trump surprises Nato allies with arms deals and praise as summit ends positively
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Anthropic hits back after China warns of Claude Code ‘backdoor’ risks
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
US man Jeffrey Ying jailed for stealing rare Chinese manuscript from UCLA
Ying would borrow valuable classics from the university library then swap them for fakes before travelling to China.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
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South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
E. Jean Carroll can collect US$5 million in damages from Trump, US judge says
The US Supreme Court has declined to take up the case, but the US president has put in a new appeal against the latest order.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Farage vs Count Binface: how UK hard-right leader’s poll gambit could backfire
With other parties sitting out the by-election, Farage could be going head-to-head with the joke candidate and self-described space warrior.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Trump switches back to old Air Force One, raising questions about Qatari jet
The sudden change ‘for old time’s sake’ raises new questions about the retrofitted luxury Boeing 747 the US president received as a gift.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
‘The Pitt’, leads Emmy nominations, with ‘Hacks’ not far behind
“Pluribus” and “Widow’s Bay” both scored big in their first seasons, while “Beef” earned the most nods in the anthology category.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Review | Evil Dead Burn: gruesome new chapter proves there is life in the franchise
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Spain plays down Trump’s trade embargo threat, saying there is ‘no tension’
US president threatened to cut off trade with Spain over its defence policy, but Madrid says relations are ‘calm’ and ‘positive’.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Caspar Fownes extends championship lead with Valley treble in tandem with Joao Moreira
Caspar Fownes extended his trainers’ championship lead with a treble at Happy Valley on Wednesday night in tandem with Joao Moreira, which i...
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
China make losing start at women’s Volleyball Nations League event in Hong Kong
Canada defeat Chinese women 3-2, while Belgians and world champion Italians also win their tournament openers.
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July 8, 2026
Hong Kong rail operator taps star power to promote safer escalator use
In promotional video, actor Kent Cheng uses catchphrase from his role as ancient Chinese politician Dong Zhao in 2012 drama.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Search for crew goes on as plane wreckage found off Pakistan’s coast
Five crew members are missing after a cargo plane disappeared while nearing the port of Karachi.
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July 8, 2026
Xi calls for innovation system overhaul to beat China’s global tech rivals
‘Seize historical opportunities’, the president says as China’s highest scientific honour goes to lithium battery and military radar trailbl...
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Why lithium battery and radar pioneers won China’s top science award
Chen Liquan and Ben De recognised for advances in solid-state energy storage and military aviation defence.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Review | Moana: Catherine Laga’aia shines in Disney’s vibrant live-action remake
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
IMF sees world economy growing just 3% this year amid Iran war
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Teen, 16, arrested after two girls seriously wounded in German school ‘rampage’
At least two girls are seriously injured in the suspected ‘rampage’.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Stars, vintage toys and comic masters all out to slay Hong Kong anime fair
Ani-Com & Games Hong Kong will accommodate 38,000 participants, 7,000 more than last year’s event, and host a record 201 exhibitors.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Forza Toro fires in Spanish colours to claim ‘Eight To Glory’ race at Happy Valley
Star Brazilian jockey Joao Moreira was pumped to carry the Spanish colours to a brilliant victory aboard Forza Toro in Wednesday night’s spe...
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
China’s circuit-board makers push capex towards record to feed AI boom
Hundreds of millions of dollars invested in high-end plants as more than 20 PCB makers disclose aggressive expansion plans.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
What was China’s FDI last year? US$174 billion keeps it the world’s No 3 source
As China redraws global investment map, mainland firms use leading roles to secure critical supply chains with overseas plans.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
German ‘serial killer’ doctor gets life in prison for 15 murders
Prosecutors said during the proceedings that the palliative care doctor was suspected of having killed more than 70 other people.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Beijing seeks chip stability and fair market access during Dutch trade mission
Wang Wentao meets Sjoerd Sjoerdsma amid ASML export limits and Nexperia debacle, with calls for secure chip supply chains and broader EU-Chi...
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Why Alibaba shares just scored their strongest gains in Hong Kong this year
UBS and Jefferies project the firm’s revenue to accelerate to 9% in June quarter, well above the 3% recorded in the previous quarter.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Opinion | A healthy economy isn’t built on asset bubbles and debt pyramids
A financial system designed to increase market valuations rather than improve people’s quality of life is prone to crisis.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Woman arrested in Japan for sewing roommate’s lips together
The woman and the victim were flatmates, and the victim had been ’too scared to run away’ before the incident.
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026
Beijing slams Manila’s South China Sea claims ahead of 2016 Hague anniversary
Philippines’ claims lack historical and legal basis, state-affiliated think tank says in third report on maritime disputes since June 30.
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July 8, 2026
China eyes Russian submarine rescue expertise in Yellow Sea naval drills
South China Morning Post
July 8, 2026