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In Earthquake’s Aftermath, Major Myanmar Rebel Alliance Announces ‘Humanitarian Pause’
Could the devastation of the March 28 quake help catalyze a political solution to the country’s civil war?
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ByteDance-owned Douyin sheds lights on recommendation algorithm amid regulatory pressure
The Chinese version of TikTok has launched a special website that explains how the app recommends and ‘moderates’ content for its users.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:New poll: Does ‘America First’ mean abandoning Taiwan and Korea?
This article, originally published by Pacific Forum, is republished with permission. In his first administration, Donald Trump’s “America First” doctrine reshaped US foreign policy, emphasizing economic nationalism, skepticism of military alliances and a focus on domestic priorities over international commitments. The Trump administration 2.0 further seeks to reevaluate military commitments abroad, reduce foreign aid,...
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Trump’s tariffs on Vietnam could spell trouble for Nike, Adidas
Potential US tariffs on Vietnam could threaten Nike and Adidas’ recovery amid rising production costs and shifting market dynamics.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:The new ‘transactional reality’: Europe prepares to face China on its own terms
Trump has torched relations with the European Union, and the bloc’s new-found pragmatism is said to be defining its strategy on Beijing.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:‘JFK’ director Oliver Stone calls for reinvestigation of 1963 Kennedy assassination
Thousands of pages of government documents related to the US president’s shooting were released on Trump’s orders last month.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:China can take a leaf from post-war America on work-relief programmes
China’s migrant worker population hovers around 300 million but work-relief job creation covers just 1 per cent of that.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Trump sorts out final US ‘Liberation Day’ tariff details as hours tick down before reveal
White House confirms that the tariffs will be implemented ‘immediately’ to end ‘decades of unfair trade practices’.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:ChatGPT’s Studio Ghibli-style images raise new copyright problems
Social media recently have been flooded with images that looked like they belonged in a Studio Ghibli film. Selfies, family photos and even memes have been re-imagined with the soft pastel palette characteristic of the Japanese animation company founded by Hayao Miyazaki. This followed OpenAI’s latest update to ChatGPT. The update significantly improved ChatGPT’s image […] The post ChatGPT’s Studio Ghibli-style images...
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:US deports man with legal status to El Salvador prison because of ‘administrative error’
Government lawyers argue that despite the mistake, US courts don’t have jurisdiction to secure Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s release.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:America First intel approach downplays Russia, ignores climate change
Recently appointed US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and other top intelligence officials appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee to discuss the US intelligence services’ annual threat assessment (ATA). Most of the committee’s time and attention was focused on the revelation by the editor of the Atlantic magazine that he had been inadvertently added […] The post America First intel approach...
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:America 1st intel shift downplays Russia, ignores climate change
Recently appointed US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and other top intelligence officials appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee to discuss the US intelligence services’ annual threat assessment (ATA). Most of the committee’s time and attention was focused on the revelation by the editor of the Atlantic magazine that he had been inadvertently added […] The post America 1st intel shift...
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Chinese-Canadian MP, a focus of foreign interference inquiries, drops re-election bid
Han Dong, cleared of urging China to delay release of two detainees, had hoped to return to Liberal Party but caucus did not nominate him.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:US Senator Cory Booker breaks record with marathon anti-Trump speech
The lawmaker has been on his feet for over 24 hours, without even being able to go to the bathroom.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:'We still have hope': Searching for quake survivors in Mandalay
The BBC speaks to people in Mandalay close to where Myanmar's deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:China hails US YouTube star, how Signal furore may aid spies: 7 US-China relations reads
From IShowSpeed’s Great Wall adventures to espionage fears, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in March 2024.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:The Gorge Between China and India on Hydropolitics
Miscommunication and misunderstood geography are confounding discussions about China's planned dams on the Yarlung Tsangpo gorge.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Kygyz, Tajik, Uzbek Presidents Hold Groundbreaking Trilateral Summit
A first-of-its-kind Central Asian summit boosts regional connectivity and authoritarian domestic agendas.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:How Trump’s bid for a third term challenges George Washington’s legacy, US Constitution
America’s two-term limit for presidents stems from George Washington’s precedent and the 22nd Amendment, a tradition Trump may challenge.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Green Innovations Poised to Dominate the Lighting Market
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] In a significant shift towards sustainability, the lighting market is on the brink of transformation, driven by a wave of innovative green products. As consumers and businesses alike prioritise eco-friendly solutions, here are eight standout products set to redefine the landscape: 1.Smart LED Mirror: This advanced mirror features customisable...
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Mandalay was the 'city of gold' - now it reeks of death
Residents in Mandalay, Myanmar's second-largest city, speak of despair and sleepless nights since last week's earthquake.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione, UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect
US Attorney General Pam Bondi called the killing of Brian Thompson a ‘premeditated, cold-blooded assassination that shocked America’.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:‘Jimmy Lai Way’: US call to honour jailed tycoon in DC address of Hong Kong trade office
Bill put forward by bipartisan group of US House members comes a day after US State Department sanctioned six Hong Kong officials.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Thailand’s rescue dogs provide support to grieving families after Bangkok skyscraper collapse
Rescuers have brought in 11 dogs to search for signs of life and to provide emotional support for victims’ loved ones.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Elderly Hong Kong woman missing for 5 days found in Tai Po bush
Large search was mounted, involving more than 200 people, including dozens of personnel from police, fire services and the Civil Aid Service.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Why Bangladesh Should Join ASEAN – and What Stands in the Way
Joining ASEAN is not a silver bullet for Bangladesh’s geopolitical and economic challenges, but it could be a step in the right direction.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Philippine military chief warns troops to ‘start planning’ in event of Taiwan conflict
Manila’s involvement ‘inevitable’ given large presence of Filipino workers in Taiwan and Philippines-US defence ties, analysts say.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Beijing moves drills closer to Taiwan, scientist’s AI plea to China: SCMP daily highlights
From the latest PLA drills around Taiwan to China and New Zealand’s historic ocean dives, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:China’s ZTE names Fang Rong as chairman amid AI pivot, revenue drop
The telecoms industry veteran’s ascension reflects ZTE’s efforts to revive its fortunes in 2025 via its AI strategy.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Trump’s healthcare cuts to eliminate 10,000 jobs, strip union rights, amid measles outbreak
The US Department of Health and Human Services aims to lay off up to 10,000 employees through agency consolidation, raising public health concerns.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Is China’s Peace Plan Still Relevant for Gaza?
As the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has spiraled into a renewed and devastating phase, Beijing’s early assertive role appears to have diminished.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:East Asia’s Pop Culture in an Age of Protest
A single witty, scene-stealing figure amid a sea of demonstrators can become a spark -- amplifying the protest’s message and giving it a viral afterlife.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Amid tariff wars, Chinese carmakers are dominating Russian market
The likes of Geely and Chery have filled the gap left by Western rivals. Even with higher duties now levied by Moscow, Chinese vehicles remain the most popular.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Thai man arrested after faking story about pregnant wife buried in quake rubble
The man reportedly collected around US$300 in donations before his lie was exposed.
Published on: April 01, 2025 | Source:Xiaomi to cooperate with police after fatal crash involving SU7 EV’s self-driving feature
Company says it submitted the driving data and relevant operational information to the police and deeply regrets the tragedy.
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