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A DAY after establishing the new national record in the women's 400m run, Filipino-American Naomi Kayla Johnson posted a silver medal finish at the 1st Asian U23 Athletics Championships in Ordos, China, Saturday night.
LABOR Secretary Francis Tolentino has strongly rejected the claim of Chinese academics that Batanes belongs to China through Taiwan, calling the assertions a form of “lawfare” and historical revisionism aimed at undermining Philippine sovereignty.
BEIJING — Typhoon Bavi was downgraded to a severe tropical storm Sunday after making landfall in eastern China, where authorities had evacuated nearly two million people in its path.
Relatively inexperienced China side lose final game of regular Nations League season, but performance leaves plenty of reason for optimism
Relatively inexperienced China side lose final game of regular Nations League season, but performance leaves plenty of reason for optimism
Kristina Mladenovic of France, left playing partner Hanyo Guo of China, celebrate after defeating with Luisa Stefani of Brazil and Gabriela Dabrowski of Canada, in the women’s doubles final, playing against at Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Sunday, July 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
MANILA, Philippines — As the nation commemorates on Sunday the 10th anniversary of the landmark 2016 arbitral award on the South China Sea, Sen. Loren Legarda stood firm on the Philippines’ commitment to defending its maritime rights through international law, diplomacy, and a rules-based international order.
Extreme loadout configuration suggests a potential extension of the PLA Air Force’s tactical capabilities, Chinese military magazine says
Extreme loadout configuration suggests a potential extension of the PLA Air Force’s tactical capabilities, Chinese military magazine says
Western pundits were quick to denounce Beijing. But far more frequent US launches rate barely a mention
Western pundits were quick to denounce Beijing. But far more frequent US launches rate barely a mention
HAIKOU, China — Alas Pilipinas absorbed a straight-set defeat to a towering Iran squad, 25-17, 25-20, 25-13, to open its campaign in the 2026 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Boys’ U18 Volleyball Championship on Sunday at the Wuyuan River Gymnasium.
Manufacturers hoping for stimulus measures turn attention to coming Politburo meeting as costs eat into profits and investment
Manufacturers hoping for stimulus measures turn attention to coming Politburo meeting as costs eat into profits and investment
Debate emerges as branch of Cafe 100% in Kam Ying Court Shopping Centre pulls out of dog-friendly scheme, with staff citing safety concerns
Debate emerges as branch of Cafe 100% in Kam Ying Court Shopping Centre pulls out of dog-friendly scheme, with staff citing safety concerns
A very hot weather warning does little to deter first-time visitors or experienced punters from enjoying atmosphere
A very hot weather warning does little to deter first-time visitors or experienced punters from enjoying atmosphere
By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club
By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club
With trusted businesses, more openness, creative culture and inspiring sporting successes, China is building a foundation for influence
With trusted businesses, more openness, creative culture and inspiring sporting successes, China is building a foundation for influence
Tropical Storm Bavi has slammed into eastern China and, despite weakening from a typhoon, has brought heavy rain and violent winds after authorities evacuated nearly two million people.
China Life is set to form a US$737 million yuan fund for semiconductor investment, as Beijing calls for longer-term investment
China Life is set to form a US$737 million yuan fund for semiconductor investment, as Beijing calls for longer-term investment
Wildly popular across China, these addictively fiery street food snacks spiced with cumin and chilli are yours for the making
Chinese scientists show how wireless electricity may become reality on the moon, with laser network to beam solar energy into dark craters
Chinese scientists show how wireless electricity may become reality on the moon, with laser network to beam solar energy into dark craters
South Korean team outlasts China's Bilibili Gaming in a six-and-a-half-hour championship match before a sold-out crowd in Daejeon
Fuertes olas chocan contra la costa antes de la llegada del tifón Bavi en Wenling en la provincia oriental china de Zhejiang, el viernes 10 de julio de 2026. (Chinatopix Via AP) CHINA NO
AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesHow can Hong Kong age well?With Hong Kong’s population rapidly greying, the South China Morning Post’s Health Matters series examines how older adults and the next generation of retirees can meet the challenges of ageing while maintaining health and quality of life. …
AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesHow can Hong Kong age well?With Hong Kong’s population rapidly greying, the South China Morning Post’s Health Matters series examines how older adults and the next generation of retirees can meet the challenges of ageing while maintaining health and quality of life. …
Unlike earlier brands that relied on management by overseas headquarters, US firms now favour franchising, analyst says
Unlike earlier brands that relied on management by overseas headquarters, US firms now favour franchising, analyst says
While elderly loneliness can be as harmful as heavy smoking, experts point to community solutions to tackle growing health risk
While elderly loneliness can be as harmful as heavy smoking, experts point to community solutions to tackle growing health risk
Broad trough of low pressure affecting central South China Sea expected to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms to the city on Tuesday and Wednesday
Broad trough of low pressure affecting central South China Sea expected to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms to the city on Tuesday and Wednesday
Illicit drugs worth HK$190,000 seized during raids on 10 venues across Hung Hom, Yau Ma Tei, Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok and Sham Shui Po
Illicit drugs worth HK$190,000 seized during raids on 10 venues across Hung Hom, Yau Ma Tei, Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok and Sham Shui Po
The law has been criticised by the EU and US, but Beijing says it is designed to build a sense of ‘national community’
The law has been criticised by the EU and US, but Beijing says it is designed to build a sense of ‘national community’
South Americans run in three unanswered tries in second half, punish Hong Kong ill-discipline in prequel to clash in Australia next year
South Americans run in three unanswered tries in second half, punish Hong Kong ill-discipline in prequel to clash in Australia next year
Ambassador to Philippines denounces Hague decision as ‘thoroughly illegal’ and warns it continues to harm ties with Manila
Ambassador to Philippines denounces Hague decision as ‘thoroughly illegal’ and warns it continues to harm ties with Manila
Until authorities can reduce costs and allay the market’s concerns, yuan internationalisation will be stronger on paper than balance sheets
Until authorities can reduce costs and allay the market’s concerns, yuan internationalisation will be stronger on paper than balance sheets
Health minister Lo Chung-mau says delays occurred in different areas throughout the process of handling the case that left boy disabled for life
Health minister Lo Chung-mau says delays occurred in different areas throughout the process of handling the case that left boy disabled for life