China hits travel platform Trip.com with $765M in fines
Workers attend to a traveller at a travel agency Trip.com Group’s promotion booth in Beijing on June 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
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Newest first · UTC+11:00More than 30 restaurants pull out of dog-friendly scheme, 70 warnings issued
Hong Kong environment chief says overall compliance is ‘acceptable’ and is confident ‘teething’ problems will be solved to develop pet-friendly culture
· Cannix Yau
More than 30 restaurants pull out of dog-friendly scheme, 70 warnings issued
Hong Kong environment chief says overall compliance is ‘acceptable’ and is confident ‘teething’ problems will be solved to develop pet-friendly culture
· Cannix Yau
'Kiyapo' maintains strength as it moves away from PH but will continue to enhance southwest monsoon
MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Kiyapo (International name: Noul) maintained its strength as it moved toward China while enhancing the southwest monsoon that is affecting the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).
· Red Mendoza
‘Show must go on’, Trump tells scaled-back press gala 3 months after assassination attempt
Speech to White House press corps dinner included jokes about a third term, jibes at opponents and the media – and praise for Xi Jinping
· Mark Magnier
‘Show must go on’, Trump tells scaled-back press gala 3 months after assassination attempt
Speech to White House press corps dinner included jokes about a third term, jibes at opponents and the media – and praise for Xi Jinping
· Mark Magnier
Can China’s aerospace industry overcome ‘execution gap’ in modernisation goals?
Researchers have identified four challenges that could undermine Beijing’s five-year plan for a modern military by 2030
· Caroline Lin
Can China’s aerospace industry overcome ‘execution gap’ in modernisation goals?
Researchers have identified four challenges that could undermine Beijing’s five-year plan for a modern military by 2030
· Caroline Lin
Typhoon Noul nears southern China, putting region on high alert for heavy rain
HONG KONG (AP) — Typhoon Noul is expected to bring winds and heavy rain to southern China including Hong Kong over the weekend, putting the region on high alert.
Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan should take sustainability seriously
Readers suggest a list of environmental priorities for the city, and discuss renewed tensions in the South China Sea
· Letters
Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan should take sustainability seriously
Readers suggest a list of environmental priorities for the city, and discuss renewed tensions in the South China Sea
· Letters
China hits Trip.com with US$765 million antitrust penalty after six-month investigation
The country’s biggest online travel services provider is accused of abusing its ‘dominant market position’
· Wency Chen
China hits Trip.com with US$765 million antitrust penalty after six-month investigation
The country’s biggest online travel services provider is accused of abusing its ‘dominant market position’
· Wency Chen
Milky tea made with Chinese leaves brews Japan's latest drinks trend
Chazhong's milk tea, pictured at its outlet in Yokohama, features a steam effect from a teaware device atop the cup. (Photo by Manami Yamada)
· Staff Writer
T3 signal expected between 1pm and 3pm on Saturday, classes to be suspended
Observatory says stronger winds and squally showers expected later in the day, as Typhoon Noul moves across northeastern part of South China Sea
· Olga Wong
T3 signal expected between 1pm and 3pm on Saturday, classes to be suspended
Observatory says stronger winds and squally showers expected later in the day, as Typhoon Noul moves across northeastern part of South China Sea
· Olga Wong
Investment with Chinese characteristics: how Beijing’s money is reshaping tech ventures
China’s tech sector thrives on state-backed investment, reshaping funding dynamics and sparking a debate about balancing risk and innovation
· Wency Chen
Investment with Chinese characteristics: how Beijing’s money is reshaping tech ventures
China’s tech sector thrives on state-backed investment, reshaping funding dynamics and sparking a debate about balancing risk and innovation
· Wency Chen
Long before the Silk Road, silkworm cocoons already existed in Uzbekistan
Some 4,000 years ago, ancient people brought the production technique for the precious luxury from China to Central Asia via India
· Shi Huang
Long before the Silk Road, silkworm cocoons already existed in Uzbekistan
Some 4,000 years ago, ancient people brought the production technique for the precious luxury from China to Central Asia via India
· Shi Huang
China Is Now Viewed More Favorably Than America
Public opinion toward the world’s two leading powers has undergone a notable shift. Pew Research Center’s Spring 2026 Global Attitudes Survey reveals significant differences in how countries perceive China and the United States.
· Tyler Durden
China makes offer to Indonesia, positioning itself for unique access to minerals: analyst
Beijing may attempt to trade manufacturing assistance for access to Indonesia’s vast, export-restricted reserves
· Ralph Jennings
China makes offer to Indonesia, positioning itself for unique access to minerals: analyst
Beijing may attempt to trade manufacturing assistance for access to Indonesia’s vast, export-restricted reserves
· Ralph Jennings
Chinese weight-loss trend of mixing tea with enemas sends many to hospital
Extreme slimming method is claimed to help people shed weight in just two days, but doctor says it can seriously harm the digestive system
· Alice Yan
Chinese weight-loss trend of mixing tea with enemas sends many to hospital
Extreme slimming method is claimed to help people shed weight in just two days, but doctor says it can seriously harm the digestive system
· Alice Yan
South Korea’s own Maga movement has a hold on its right wing | South China Morning Post
Will the party of Yoon Suk-yeol turn over a new leaf or continue to push far-right conspiracies?
When Chinese emperors and their prime ministers fell out, the results could be deadly
Imperial China relied on officials to run government affairs under the emperor, but as history shows, this power dynamic was a fragile one
· Wee Kek Koon
When Chinese emperors and their prime ministers fell out, the results could be deadly
Imperial China relied on officials to run government affairs under the emperor, but as history shows, this power dynamic was a fragile one
· Wee Kek Koon
The culinary stars align in Hangzhou
Lamb chops smoked over century-old persimmon wood and leaves at Xi Yin in Hangzhou. The eastern Chinese city is reclaiming its place as one of the country's culinary capitals. (Courtesy of Xi Yin)
· Staff Writer
Ryan Choi’s mental strength key to World Championships title defence, Hong Kong coach says
Foil head coach Greg Koenig says world No 2 has overcome injury, but must ‘find enough psychological resources to fight’ at AsiaWorld-Expo
· Mike Chan
Ryan Choi’s mental strength key to World Championships title defence, Hong Kong coach says
Foil head coach Greg Koenig says world No 2 has overcome injury, but must ‘find enough psychological resources to fight’ at AsiaWorld-Expo
· Mike Chan
In pictures: how generations of Hongkongers beat the summer heat
Locals have long swapped concrete for coastline, heading to the city’s coolest locations – our numerous accessible beaches
· Alexander Mak
How schools use micro-credentials as a reward for non-academic learning
Hong Kong’s international schools are recognising students’ extracurricular achievements, fostering skills, confidence and a sense of purpose
· John Cremer
How schools use micro-credentials as a reward for non-academic learning
Hong Kong’s international schools are recognising students’ extracurricular achievements, fostering skills, confidence and a sense of purpose
· John Cremer
Decades after being adopted, Vanessa learned she'd been 'sold' by a criminal network
For most of her life, Vanessa Miles believed the official documents that accompanied her adoption from Taiwan told the story of who she was.
· Sbsaustralia
HKEX listing reforms require fine balancing act to keep up with times
Reforms must protect investor interests, the commercial confidentiality of listing candidates and the quality and integrity of the market
· SCMP Editorial
Fields Medal duo a triumph for Chinese education, global collaboration
Wang Hong and Deng Yu are a tribute to the multiplying benefits of education at home, learning abroad and cooperation across borders
· SCMP Editorial
Fields Medal duo a triumph for Chinese education, global collaboration
Wang Hong and Deng Yu are a tribute to the multiplying benefits of education at home, learning abroad and cooperation across borders
· SCMP Editorial
How Doha’s Mila is giving modern Levantine offerings a local spin at Rosewood Hong Kong
Marc Mahfouz of the Michelin-recognised restaurant is serving makdous, velvety hummus, baklava and other Middle Eastern plates in the city until August 9
· Hei Kiu Au
How Doha’s Mila is giving modern Levantine offerings a local spin at Rosewood Hong Kong
Marc Mahfouz of the Michelin-recognised restaurant is serving makdous, velvety hummus, baklava and other Middle Eastern plates in the city until August 9
· Hei Kiu Au
China tests Central Asian land corridors to bypass maritime chokepoints
New Afghanistan link via Uzbekistan highlights diversification push, but critics ask if Taliban can ensure security for stable logistics
· Shi Jiangtao
China tests Central Asian land corridors to bypass maritime chokepoints
New Afghanistan link via Uzbekistan highlights diversification push, but critics ask if Taliban can ensure security for stable logistics
· Shi Jiangtao
PH vessels hit anew by China water cannons
The China Coast Guard (CCG) fired water cannons at vessels of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) near Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal on Friday, the third day that the CCG harassed Filipinos in the West Philippine Sea this week alone.
· Gabryelle Dumalag
China’s AI vision gives the Global South a seat at the table
A new global AI body gives Beijing the platform to push for affordable access and technological autonomy, framing AI as a public good
· Gerui Wang
China’s AI vision gives the Global South a seat at the table
A new global AI body gives Beijing the platform to push for affordable access and technological autonomy, framing AI as a public good
· Gerui Wang
Money mules and couriers: How a Chinese fentanyl ring traps ordinary people
U.S. authorities shut down Hubei Amarvel Biotech's website, but that doesn't mean the end of the game. (NIKKEI montage)
· Staff Writer
In China's 'microdrama' boom, AI moviemakers chase 2 minutes of fame
A microdrama production staffer works on AI post production and overseas translation and distribution on July 21 in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province, China. As demand for microdramas surges, producers say a well-made AI series can cost as little as 50,000 yuan ($7,380) to make, with outlay on actors, locations and film cr…
· Staff Writer
What to know about Trump's latest tariffs
Shipping containers are seen ready for transport at the Guangzhou Port in the Nansha district in southern China’s Guangdong province, April 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File)
· Paul Wiseman
Star power fuels Japan's table tennis, basketball, volleyball leagues abroad
Players pose during the season-opening press conference of the T.League. The opening matches of the league's ninth season will be held in Taiwan. (Photo by Yutaro Tahara)
· Staff Writer
Trump says China and Russia pledged not to arm Iran | The National
US President Donald Trump on Friday said the leaders of China and Russia had assured him they were not supporting Iran in its conflict with America, and warned that any military assistance from either country “would be very bad for them”.
· Jihan Abdalla