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5 arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly trafficking over 100kg of cannabis, cocaine

Police say drug haul consists of 102kg of cannabis and 3kg of cocaine worth combined HK$23.5 million.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong property: new pricing weighs on home market as tariff war hurts demand

Projects in New Territories are being priced below second-hand properties, while mainland Chinese buyers are driving demand in Kowloon.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong will weather tariff storm, finance chief says, touting โ€˜briskโ€™ IPO market

Paul Chan confident city heading in right direction and points to coming listing of mainland new energy firm, set to be worldโ€™s biggest of year so far.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Chinese gyroscope could make navigation more stable for aircraft, ships and oil rigs

The device โ€“ which uses hollow optical fibres โ€“ achieved โ€˜world record measurement accuracyโ€™, according to researchers that developed it.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

As Philippines โ€˜bristlesโ€™ with foreign-made missiles, is it a deterrent or a danger?

Once wholly reliant on the United States for defence, Manila now has missiles of its own. Some see them as a dangerous escalation.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Have ticket, will travel? Chinaโ€™s concertgoers spur tourism spending spree

Eager fans are criss-crossing China to see their beloved stars โ€“ and spending while doing it, providing a much-needed consumption boost.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Malaysian panda fans bid an emotional farewell to Fu Wa and Feng Yi after 11 yearsโ€™ stay

The panda pair arrived in 2014 to mark 40 years of Malaysia-China relations and produced three offspring during their stay at Zoo Negara.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Mainland bank in Hong Kong investigates unauthorised transactions on FPS platform

China Construction Bank (Asia) client says she lost HK$20,000 through FPS transfers, with experts suggesting hacking may be involved.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Relief in Kashmir - but BBC hears from families on both sides mourning the dead

The BBC visits families in Kashmir devastated by the deadliest clashes in years, and speaks to military insiders.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

In Japan, 6 in 10 admit being addicted to their phones: โ€˜definitely an issueโ€™

A new survey reveals a surge in smartphone addiction in Japan post-pandemic, undermining well-being โ€“ especially among the young.

Published on: May 18, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

'You start to go crazy': The Australian who survived five years in a Chinese prison

Matthew Radalj tells the BBC of his time in a Beijing prison, revealing what goes on behind bars.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

1 killed in โ€˜bomb attackโ€™ at California fertility clinic

The FBI is investigating the blast, which damaged the facility and nearby buildings in Palm Springs.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

International Museum Day: how China is aiming for cultural superpower status

While investment in cultural heritage is declining in the US and other countries, the โ€˜uniqueโ€™ Chinese model is flourishing, observers said.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

J-10C success in India-Pakistan clash testifies to Chinaโ€™s air superiority

The performance of the Chinese-made fighter jet in combat reveals a doctrinal shift in Chinaโ€™s military evolution.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Kanye Westโ€™s pro-Hitler song gets millions of views on X after being banned elsewhere

The video shows the hip-hop star rapping about ex-wife Kim Kardashian and ends with an extract of a speech by the Nazi leader.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

US tornadoes kill more than 20 in Kentucky and Missouri

Severe storms laid waste to local communities and cut off electricity to nearly 200,000 people.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Lufthansa plane flown by autopilot after pilot faints in cockpit

The captain was in the bathroom when his colleague lost consciousness, leaving the aircraft carrying 199 passengers without a pilot.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trump says China and Walmart should โ€˜eat the tariffsโ€™ instead of raising prices

The US president lashed out at the retail giant after it warned that everything from bananas to child car seats could get more expensive.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong police investigating after woman found dead under pile of items in flat

Womanโ€™s brother calls police after being unable to contact her for two days and finding her in bedroom with only arm visible from the clutter.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

10 escape from US jail through hole in wall when guard left to get food

7 of the escapees remain on the lam following the breakout that the local sheriff says may have been aided by members within the department.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

New strain of bacteria found on Chinaโ€™s Tiangong space station

The microbe developed in a cabin and its discovery could have important implications for the future of space travel.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Gaza ceasefire talks resume as Israeli assault kills hundreds in 72 hours

Hamas official Taher al-Nono said the two sides were discussing all issues without โ€˜preconditionsโ€™.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Chinaโ€™s next-gen surveillance tools get AI boost to target Telegram and VPN users

Annual policing tech expo offers glimpse of law enforcement future as Beijing ramps up domestic security drive amid โ€˜lone wolfโ€™ attacks.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

โ€˜Reprehensibleโ€™: Hong Kong slams US senators behind latest sanctions bid

Cui Jianchun, Beijingโ€™s top envoy in Hong Kong, also warns of impact of rising unilateralism and protectionism.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Chinaโ€™s plasma drive can nearly double high-altitude drone efficiency, study says

Tests by Chinese scientists show that plasma excitation tech can boost performance of high-altitude drones, allowing them to fly longer.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Musician charged with US singer Chris Brown in alleged London nightclub attack

Omololu Akinlolu, 38, who performs under the name Hoody Baby, was due to appear in court for causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

3 Hong Kong ferry services cancelled after vessel with 300 aboard hits pier

Macau-bound TurboJet vessel strikes pier at ferry terminal in Sheung Wan after suffering โ€˜mechanical failureโ€™; no injuries reported.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

The Chinese chemists turning science into fortunes

Chinese chemistry professor Fan Daidi has synthesised collagen into a commercial success.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Chinese boy inspired by heroes during deadly 2008 Sichuan earthquake becomes paratrooper

Quake survivor realises dream of joining elite unit of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Army, says he will go โ€˜wherever there is a needโ€™.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Taxis and ride-hailing services can coexist in Hong Kong, transport chief says

Transport secretary says coming regulation of online ride-hailing platforms will be driven by the needs of the public.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China cuts US Treasury stockpile, dropping to No 3 spot among foreign holders

Britain takes Chinaโ€™s place as Americaโ€™s second-biggest overseas creditor as Beijing pushes to diversify foreign exchange reserves.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

How will UKโ€™s hardening stance on migration affect Hongkongers on BN(O) visas?

The Post reviews possible changes to UK immigration rules and what this will mean for Hongkongers.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Indiaโ€™s manufacturers fear influx of cheap Chinese imports amid US-China trade war fallout

From yarn to steel, Indiaโ€™s domestic industries say theyโ€™re being priced out as Chinese firms redirect exports away from the United States.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Nvidia CEO sees โ€˜no evidenceโ€™ of AI chip diversion into China

Huang spoke after joining a US delegation to the Middle East led by President Donald Trump, lauding the opening up of trade of Nvidiaโ€™s hardware.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Hong Kong officials launch probe after worker falls to his death at luxury villa

Renovation work suspended after labourer reportedly trips while on canopy, falling three metres into swimming pool in Sheung Shui.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post