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South China Morning Post
November 23, 2024
China has long kept a firm grip on news, with gossip harshly punished
The Yongzheng Emperor even put to death editors and writers linked to a report he had celebrated a festival that he had said he would not.
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2024
Will Trump’s ‘tariff tantrums’ spark a US-Southeast Asia trade war?
US protectionism was good for some Asian nations when China was the main target. But this time nowhere looks safe.
South China Morning Post
November 23, 2024
What makes China’s Guangdong and its ‘sin city’ magnets for corruption probes?
As dozens of high-ranking officials fall in corruption scandals, a political analyst reveals a common thread.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
US Economy, Trade & Business: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post
As the country with the biggest economy in the world, the US has immense influence on global trade. Find out the latest on the American econ...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Trump nominates hedge fund manager for US Treasury secretary: reports
Post is seen as important role to carry out what is expected to be a tough economic agenda against China.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Now in Asia, Max’s Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking is a nostalgia trip
The streaming service Max has landed in Asia, and Potterheads and foodies can enjoy its latest offering – hosted by two very familiar faces.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Gaetz says he won’t return to Congress after dropping out as Trump’s AG pick
The Republican lawmaker, originally tapped to lead the US Justice Department, is facing allegations of drug use and sex with minors.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Messi getting new boss, England defend Curry pick, theft ring targets NBA stars
Javier Mascherano is expected to reunite with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, while US stars are being urged to improve their home security.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
How will Trump handle Taiwan? Beijing sees hawkish signs as analysts are divided
Some say he could use self-ruled island as bargaining chip for economic concessions while others rule that out, citing political pushback.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Editorial | Pet-friendly services on right road for Hong Kong
Allowing owners to get away with their animals on buses is not only good for them but also the city economy.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Editorial | Jockey Club plans aim to make sure Hong Kong will always come in first
Future looks even brighter for horse racing as it looks to swell coffers by attracting more tourists, families and fans from mainland China.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
The little-known history of one of Hong Kong’s oldest neighbourhoods
Tai Kwun’s new exhibition unveils tales of ecology, history, religion and high stakes in one of Hong Kong’s oldest neighbourhoods.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Mixed martial arts star Connor McGregor sexually assaulted woman, jury finds
The Irish fighter must pay victim Nikita Hand nearly US$260,000 in damages.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Why bookshop tees and caps are flying off the shelves
Tote bags from London’s Daunt Books or New York’s The Strand, The New Yorker, Shakespeare and Co or The Paris Review bookshops were the orig...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Amid US tariff threats, can port in Peru open up new markets for China?
US$3.5 billion Chancay port will initially be able to handle 1 million containers a year.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Did Nicholas Hoult get married? Meet his rumoured wife, model Bryana Holly
The Skins actor appeared to confirm that he’d secretly married his long-time girlfriend Bryana Holly when he referred to her as his wife dur...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Opinion | Trump’s re-election could foster globalisation without US leadership
Washington has long resisted efforts to reform the Western-centric international order. Now Trump appears poised to withdraw from it altoget...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Which celebrities have tried dating apps like Tinder and Hinge?
Like most of us, plenty of celebrities have tried to find love on dating apps – but unlike us, many of them are accused of catfishing, thoug...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Beer drinkers less healthy than wine drinkers, research shows. Why?
A survey finds beer drinkers more likely to smoke, exercise less and eat worse than wine and liquor drinkers. Researchers propose a reason.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Who is Jimmy McCain, and why did he blast Trump following a cemetery scuffle?
The US military veteran, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, described the incident as deeply personal for him and called it a violation of...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
2 men convicted after Indian family froze to death at Canada-US border
Harshkumar Patel and Steve Shand took part in a scheme to bring Jagdish Patel, his wife and 2 children into the US during a blizzard.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Ukraine war: Putin says will test more Oreshnik missiles in combat
The Russian leader has ordered the new hypersonic weapon to be put into serial production, saying other advanced systems are being developed...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Sentencing in Trump hush money case delayed indefinitely
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
US bars more imports over alleged forced labour in China’s Xinjiang
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Penguin ‘Gus’ released at sea 20 days after waddling onto Australia beach
The bird – who soon loved seeing his reflection in a mirror – was found, very undernourished, on sand dunes 3,500km north of the Antarctic c...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai sought US support for protests but denies inciting hatred
Former media boss tells court he had capitalised on ‘anti-China sentiments’ during the pandemic to boost his US readership.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
2 workers die in separate accidents within one hour in Hong Kong
Worker carrying out escalator maintenance becomes trapped in machinery in Central, and labourer painting is crushed into ceiling by malfunct...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
China plans to have national data infrastructure in place by 2029
Draft guidelines stress need for a secure environment for data sharing, particularly sensitive information that may affect national security...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
McLaren taking nothing for granted with F1 constructors’ championship in sight
Team CEO Zak Brown says a ‘36-point lead can evaporate in one race weekend’ when Ferrari and Red Bull are in the hunt with 3 races to go.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
226 health workers killed in Lebanon since October 7, says WHO
The high percentage of fatal attacks on healthcare might be due to the fact that ‘more ambulances have been targeted’.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Tremors felt in Hong Kong as earthquake strikes Taiwan
Observatory receives more than 10 reports from residents of minor shaking as magnitude 4.7 quake hits south-southwest of Jiayi.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Editorial | China speaks for conscience of the world at UN over horror in Gaza
Disgraceful veto of draft ceasefire resolution by US coincides with arrest warrants by International Criminal Court for Israeli pair on war...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Huawei’s AI chips fill Nvidia-sized hole in medical research in Hong Kong
An AI research centre under the Chinese Academy of Sciences is using Huawei chips to power its Cares Copilot model that helps with surgery.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
US troop aid may reassure Philippines but will prod China: analysts
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Penélope Cruz on her love of fashion and her new films
The Spanish actress, who was recently in Hong Kong for the restaging of Chanel’s cruise 2024-25 show, tells Style all about her favourite di...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
China’s Trump challenge, space target struggle for Beijing: SCMP daily catch-up
From China’s arrival at new crossroads with US to trial bid to up fertility rates, here’s a round-up from today’s China and Economy coverage...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
China urges ‘positive dialogue’ with US as Trump’s threatened tariffs loom large
Deputy commerce minister also warns of tariffs’ adverse effects on the country imposing them, while pointing to China’s economic ‘resilience...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Opinion | With Trump 2.0, it will be every country for itself
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Alibaba bets on retailing chief Jiang Fan to bolster e-commerce momentum
The merger of Alibaba’s domestic and overseas e-commerce operations is expected to improve the firm’s operational and financial performance.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Beijing’s official messaging needs AI, algorithms to counter Western discourse
People’s Daily dedicates full page to expert opinion stressing need for more ‘precise’ information campaigns to dismantle international ster...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Cop29 draft deal proposes rich nations give US$250 bn in climate finance
Delegates from nearly 200 nations eagerly awaited Cop29 host Azerbaijan’s new proposal after two weeks of fraught bargaining.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
TikTok rival Kuaishou gets police warning over content moderation
The warning was over alleged lapses in dealing with prohibited content in a timely manner and failing to protect minors.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Video | Black magic cult corpse rituals investigated in Thailand
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Nightmare for Verstappen as Red Bull bring wrong wing to Las Vegas Grand Prix
The championship leader’s team admits to blunder of packing wrong wing, with no time to arrange for a more appropriate trimmed rear piece.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
New World Development ejected from Hang Seng Index
Video platform Kuaishou Technology and New Oriental Education & Technology will join the benchmark after its latest quarterly review.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
No remote hearings for national security, criminal trials under Hong Kong bill
Courts (Remote Hearing) Bill, gazetted by the government on Friday, will have first reading early next month.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
Senior managers at Hong Kong public hospitals may be on hook for blunders
Hospital Authority releases report by special committee established to review its operations following string of medical care mistakes.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
What is controversial internet personality Oli London up to now?
It’s been hard to keep up with Oli London’s multiple transformations in recent years, but now the internet personality has found God, and is...
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024
PLA fires up world’s first boron ramjet engine that can fly and swim
An engine that can carry weapons at incredible speeds through both air and water has been developed by Chinese scientists.
South China Morning Post
November 22, 2024