Tesla faces uphill battle for FSD entry as China rewrites self-driving car rules: analysts
Data regulation is a key issue facing the US electric vehicle giant in China, according to experts
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Japan faces record izakaya bankruptcies, signaling change of drink culture
Australian journalist Gary Juvelin enjoys a drink just a few feet from the owner at a six-seat establishment in Nonbei Yokocho, an alley near Shibuya Station in Tokyo. (Photo by Yuki Kohara)
· Staff Writer
US swaps ideology for ‘flexible realism’ and hard deterrence in Southeast Asia
Pentagon’s Colby urges allies to invest more in defence as Washington prioritises pragmatic Indo-Pacific partnerships over moral values
· Raissa Robles
US swaps ideology for ‘flexible realism’ and hard deterrence in Southeast Asia
Pentagon’s Colby urges allies to invest more in defence as Washington prioritises pragmatic Indo-Pacific partnerships over moral values
· Raissa Robles
Tougher than armour, hard as diamond: China’s unbreakable crystal breakthrough
Scientists use carbon nanotubes to build an internal support structure that overcomes the brittle glasslike nature of diamonds
· Zhang Tong
Tougher than armour, hard as diamond: China’s unbreakable crystal breakthrough
Scientists use carbon nanotubes to build an internal support structure that overcomes the brittle glasslike nature of diamonds
· Zhang Tong
Sara Duterte’s OVP spent confidential funds on Christmas parties, tree-planting
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· Dwight de Leon
Clean water flows at a school in Negros Occidental thanks to solar power
SOLARIZE. Solar panels installed on the rooftop of Damutan Elementary School had made water accessible to students and teaching staff.
· Iya Gozum
OCD: Gov’t extends P42.8-M aid to families affected by habagat, tropical cyclones
MANILA, Philippines — The government has provided about P43 million worth of assistance to families affected by enhanced southwest monsoon (Habagat) and Typhoons Luis and Maymay, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said.
· Arlie O. Calalo
Northern Metropolis planning must include kindergartens and schools
Readers discuss how to make the Northern Metropolis attractive to talent, and a research project to identify the benefits of culture
· Letters
SCMP signs 3 MOUs in Malaysia to deepen Hong Kong-Asean regional cooperation
The South China Morning Post among delegation signing agreements in Kuala Lumpur to unite policy research, journalism and business networks across Asia
· Vivian Au
SCMP signs 3 MOUs in Malaysia to deepen Hong Kong-Asean regional cooperation
The South China Morning Post among delegation signing agreements in Kuala Lumpur to unite policy research, journalism and business networks across Asia
· Vivian Au
Why Japan is stalling on Trump’s Gaza rebuild offer
Keep independent journalism alive
· Imran Khalid
A hint of autumn? Korea wakes up to cooler mornings after weeks of extreme heat
Morning lows to fall to around 20 C in some areas, though daytime heat will persist
· Tammy Park
Alex Eala earns seed No. 17 in Cincinnati Open
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala earned the No. 17 seed at the WTA 1000 Cincinnati Open.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Export concentration in top 10 firms rises sharply in Q2 amid chip boom
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- The proportion of South Korea's top 10 exporters in the country's total outbound shipments in the second quarter sharply expanded from a year earlier, data showed Tuesday, driven by the strong performance of technology products, including semiconductors.
· Kang Yoon-seung
DPWH chief: PH faces ‘garbage crisis’
MANILA, Philippines — Public Works and Highways Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday described the country’s worsening waste problem as a “garbage crisis,” as he called for a comprehensive master plan to address the issue once and for all.
· Arlie O. Calalo
Opposition lawmaker calls for tactical nukes to 'instill fear' in Kim Jong-un
Main opposition People Power Party Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo on Tuesday called for discussions on deploying tactical nuclear weapons in South Korea, saying that the threat posed by North Korea has fundamentally changed.
· Cha Min-jung
Can Vietnam economy harness diaspora in Australia, New Zealand?
Keep independent journalism alive
· Hai Thiem Bui
Why did US defence official Colby avoid mention of Scarborough Shoal in Manila speech?
Some analysts attribute the restraint to a desire to avoid antagonising Beijing ahead of next month’s expected Xi-Trump summit
· Nayan Seth
Why did US defence official Colby avoid mention of Scarborough Shoal in Manila speech?
Some analysts attribute the restraint to a desire to avoid antagonising Beijing ahead of next month’s expected Xi-Trump summit
· Nayan Seth
Why are South Korean football fans choosing European clubs over the K League?
Observers say the K League has fallen short of the standards European clubs have set for quality, spectacle and emotional connection
· David D. Lee
Why are South Korean football fans choosing European clubs over the K League?
Observers say the K League has fallen short of the standards European clubs have set for quality, spectacle and emotional connection
· David D. Lee
(LEAD) Police raid Korea Airports Corp., transport ministry over Jeju Air crash
(ATTN: UPDATES with details; CHANGES photo)
· Lee Haye-ah
Govt., businesses meet over US polysilicon tariffs
South Korea's trade ministry on Tuesday held a meeting with relevant ministries and companies to discuss the impact of the latest US tariffs on polysilicon and possible countermeasures.
· Yonhap
Senate resumes impeachment trial with COA auditor's testimony on Duterte's confidential funds
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate, sitting as an impeachment court, resumed the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday for the 14th day of proceedings.
· Catherine S. Valente
More than 100 people dead in Colombia after magnitude 7.4 earthquake | South China Morning Post
President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a state of emergency and said rescuing people trapped under the rubble is the priority.
Shinee’s Onew ready for Japanese single, concert
Onew of Shinee announced Monday that he is set to put out his fourth physical single in Japan, “Kakera - Unmei no Piece,” via agency Griffin Entertainment.
· Hwang You-mee
Lee calls for strategic investment in future industries to secure global leadership
President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday called for large-scale strategic investments in future industries, including small modular reactors, renewable energy and aerospace, reaffirming his commitment to advancing South Korea's industrial prowess.
· Yonhap
North Korea Battles Record Heat By Prescribing Dog Soup And Propaganda
In "that's enough internet for today" news...
· Tyler Durden
(LEAD) N. Korea slams Japan's defense paper as justification for military buildup
(ATTN: ADDS unification ministry's response in last 3 paras)
· Woo Jae-yeon
Chinese rare-earth project in Laos stumbles as industry rakes in profits
A sample of bastnaesite ore, a mineral used in the rare earth industry to extract elements, is displayed at the Geological Museum of China in Beijing in October 2025. Chinese miners of the materials are reporting strong earnings. © Reuters
· KENJI KAWASE
Gov't, businesses meet over U.S. polysilicon tariffs
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's trade ministry on Tuesday held a meeting with relevant ministries and companies to discuss the impact of the latest U.S. tariffs on polysilicon and possible countermeasures.
· Choi Kyong-ae
S. Korea to launch system to automatically pay lottery prizes
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will launch a new system to automatically pay lottery prizes to winners amid a rise in unclaimed winnings, the country's state-run lottery commission said Tuesday.
· Kang Yoon-seung
Duterte holds wide lead in 2028 presidential preference; Tulfo leads VP bets
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte holds a wide lead over other potential presidential candidates for the 2028 elections, while Sen. Raffy Tulfo leads a much tighter race for vice president, according to a new survey by Momentum Research.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
NCT Wish’s Japanese single goes platinum
NCT Wish earned platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan for its single “Yo-i-don!/Boy Meets Girl,” the organization said Tuesday.
· Hwang You-mee
S. Korea, U.S. issue joint advisory on 'Gunra' ransomware attacks
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- Police on Tuesday called on domestic companies and institutions to strengthen their security against a ransomware variant named "Gunra," as they jointly released details of its latest attack methods with U.S. authorities.
· Yoo Cheong-mo
She’s the world’s best female swimmer. And she wants Ariarne Titmus’ world record
Irvine, California: Swimming superstar Summer McIntosh says she’s out to break the 200m freestyle world record held by Australia’s Ariarne Titmus at this week’s Pan Pacific Championships in California, a feat that would put the Canadian alongside Australian legend Shane Gould in the record books.
· Tom Decent
Lee calls for strategic investment in future industries to secure global leadership
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday called for large-scale strategic investments in future industries, including small modular reactors (SMRs), renewable energy and aerospace, reaffirming his commitment to advancing South Korea's industrial prowess.
· Park Boram
Chinese dad accepted into MBA programme after daughter challenges him to take exam
Zhang believes true parenting transcends mere lectures; it’s about perseverance and setting a tangible example for children to follow
· Zoey Zhang
Chinese dad accepted into MBA programme after daughter challenges him to take exam
Zhang believes true parenting transcends mere lectures; it’s about perseverance and setting a tangible example for children to follow
· Zoey Zhang
Death toll up to 19 and 2.27M affected due to storms, southwest monsoon
MANILA, Philippines — At least 19 people have died and 15 others were injured due to the combined effects of Tropical Cyclones Luis and Maymay and the southwest monsoon, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said Tuesday.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
Alex Eala secures P5.4M in Toronto campaign
MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala secured $89,700 or more than P5.4 million in prize money from her WTA 1000 National Bank Open campaign in Toronto, Canada.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia graduates in limbo after UK rule change
The rule change has upended expectations that a NUMed degree could offer graduates a pathway to practising medicine in Britain
· Vincent Tan
Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia graduates in limbo after UK rule change
The rule change has upended expectations that a NUMed degree could offer graduates a pathway to practising medicine in Britain
· Vincent Tan
Can the SCO become a more influential force globally?
As the SCO marks its 25th anniversary, internal rifts as well as limited financial integration and security cooperation are holding it back
· Nikola Mikovic
Can the SCO become a more influential force globally?
As the SCO marks its 25th anniversary, internal rifts as well as limited financial integration and security cooperation are holding it back
· Nikola Mikovic
Yellow, red alerts up for Visayas, Mindanao grids
MANILA, Philippines — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) on Tuesday issued red and yellow alerts for the Visayas and Mindanao grids, as major power plants remained unavailable.
· Ed Paolo Salting
Police raid Korea Airports Corp., transport ministry over Jeju Air crash
Police raided the Korea Airports Corp. and two other sites Tuesday to seize evidence related to their ongoing investigation into the 2024 Jeju Air plane crash that killed 179 people.
· Yonhap