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Geopolitics

Colombia unveils first combat rifle amid diplomatic rift with US, Israel

South China Morning Post – World · China

Colombian officials said on Monday that the country had produced its first combat rifle, a cheaper, lighter weapon aimed at replacing the arms that were once s…

Geopolitics

China’s grocery giants use Aldi tactics to lure frugal shoppers

South China Morning Post – World · China

The cheap croissants and no-name detergents that power discount grocers in the US and Europe are now filling shelves in China, where struggling chains are bett…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong court convicts Abby Choi’s former mother-in-law for obstructing probe

South China Morning Post – World · China

The former mother-in-law of the slain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung has been convicted of obstructing a police investigation into her son after the mo…

Geopolitics

US ‘sexpert’ deported from Bali, Japan schools shun Kyoto: 7 Asia highlights

South China Morning Post – World · China

We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you wou…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong’s John Lee cites lack of consensus in shelving waste-charging scheme

South China Morning Post – World · China

A lack of social consensus has led the government to shelve a pay-as-you-throw scheme indefinitely, Hong Kong’s leader has said, while stressing that his admin…

Geopolitics

‘Very tough’: why Japan’s love affair with US travel is fading

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japanese tourism to the United States is facing major headwinds – from a weak yen and safety concerns to dwindling interest among younger travellers – with the…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong’s extreme weather body tasked with bolstering typhoon response works

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s leader has tasked the government’s steering committee on handling extreme weather with improving infrastructure and facilities in typhoon-vulnerabl…

Geopolitics

Trump revives debunked ‘MedBed’ conspiracy theory in deepfake video

South China Morning Post – World · China

Donald Trump stirred online outrage on Monday after posting an apparent AI-generated video of himself promising every American access to all-healing “MedBed” h…

Geopolitics

US tariffs will cost Asean billions in lost trade, UN says. Is China the answer?

South China Morning Post – World · China

Southeast Asia is set to be the region hardest hit by American tariffs, according to a new UN report, with observers saying the fallout could push Asean deeper…

Geopolitics

China burly ‘outsourced children’ are friends, protectors of nursing home clients

South China Morning Post – World · China

A new profession called “Outsourced Children” has emerged in China, where strong men are hired to accompany elderly people in nursing homes, providing companio…

Geopolitics

Top battery scientist Stefano Passerini relocates from Germany to China

South China Morning Post – World · China

World-leading battery scientist Stefano Passerini has taken up a full-time position at Nanjing Normal University in eastern China. The 65-year-old Italian rese…

Geopolitics

Vietnam jails former Saigon Jewelry CEO as gold bullion scam costs state dearly

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Vietnamese court convicted a former top-ranking gold executive and 15 others in a case that spotlighted shortcomings in the state’s monopoly on gold trading,…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong to accept mainland Chinese health certificates for imported cats, dogs

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong has expanded its recognition of veterinary health certificates for cats and dogs imported from mainland China, going from solely Shenzhen to all regi…

Geopolitics

Domestic helpers’ average salary rises 7.9% to HK$5,722 in 2025: Hong Kong survey

South China Morning Post – World · China

The average monthly salary offered to domestic helpers in Hong Kong has increased by 7.9 per cent to HK$5,722 (US$735) compared with the previous year, accordi…

Geopolitics

8 injured after Hong Kong coach strikes footbridge, loses front roof section

South China Morning Post – World · China

At least eight people were injured in Hong Kong after a coach struck a footbridge and had the front of its roof ripped off near the Heung Yuen Wai boundary con…

Geopolitics

What is the Trump plan for Gaza and will it work?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump's 21-point plan is said to have Netanyahu on board, but Hamas says it's not received any proposal yet.

Geopolitics

Nurse shot in the head while working at Gaza’s Nasser Hospital

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video shows the moment a Palestinian nurse was shot in the head at one of the few hospitals still operational in Gaza.

Geopolitics

Trump proposes 20-point plan to end war in Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

President says Israel has 'full backing' of US, may take steps to defeat Hamas if it doesn't accept proposed peace deal.

Geopolitics

Israeli PM Netanyahu apologises to Qatar over Doha attack

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Netanyahu also apologises for violating Qatari sovereignty, which drew global condemnation.

Geopolitics

Trump outlines plan to end Israel’s war on Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump has outlined a plan to end Israel’s war on Gaza.

Geopolitics

Israel carries out drone strike in southern Lebanon, killing one person

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The strike is the latest in a string of Israeli attacks despite a ceasefire announced in November.

Geopolitics

India’s Asian Cup win over Pakistan reignites political tensions

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

India’s cricket team hoisted an imaginary trophy after winning the 2025 Asia Cup against Pakistan.

Geopolitics

Netanyahu says he supports Trump’s plan to end war on Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu has said he supports US President Trump’s 20-point plan to end the war on Gaza.

Geopolitics

Here’s the full text of Trump’s 20-point plan to end Israel’s war on Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The White House says its proposal would end the war on Gaza immediately if both sides accept.

Geopolitics

North Korea says denuclearisation would mean surrendering its sovereignty

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

North Korea's Vice Foreign Minister Kim Son Gyong staunchly defended the country’s nuclear programme.

Geopolitics

Lawyer for suspect in Kirk killing wants more time to review evidence

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Amount of evidence in Charlie Kirk murder case is 'voluminous', both prosecutors and defence agree.

Geopolitics

Should Israel be banned from international competitions?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Calls for Israel to be banned from the World Cup and Eurovision are growing due to the genocide in Gaza.

Geopolitics

Trump’s Gaza peace plan lacks protections for Palestinians, analyst says

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan guarantees a “long-term occupation by foreign troops,” says Phyllis Bennis.

Geopolitics

UK Labour Party members vote to recognise Gaza genocide at conference

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The move adds pressure on the UK government, led by Keir Starmer, which has been slammed over its stance on Gaza war.

Geopolitics

Five unanswered questions about Trump’s Gaza plan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Details and timelines remain vague in the 20-point plan, unveiled in the White House on Monday.

Geopolitics

Madagascar president dissolves government after youth-led deadly protests

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The demonstrations, which started over deteriorating living conditions, have left 22 people dead, according to the UN.

Geopolitics

How Arab nations, rest of the world reacted to Trump’s Gaza plan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Palestinian Authority joins regional leaders in welcoming US president's 20-point peace plan to end war in Gaza.

Geopolitics

LIVE: Israel kills 39 in Gaza as Hamas reviews Trump’s proposal to end war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Palestinians in Gaza say the proposal raises questions around implementation as Israeli attacks continue.

Geopolitics

Have Trump and Netanyahu really agreed on a Gaza peace plan? Key takeaways

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

They say they have, but on Gaza's security and long-term governance, Netanyahu appears to differ from the plan.

Geopolitics

YouTube to pay $24.5m to settle lawsuit over Trump’s account suspension

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video platform settles lawsuit filed in response to Trump's suspension over the January 6, 2021, riot at US Capitol.

Geopolitics

‘Operation Sindoor’: How cricket became latest India-Pakistan weapon of war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The India-Pakistan rivalry turned the Asia Cup into a battlefield for nationalist politics. Is there hope for change?

Geopolitics

Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill suffers severe knee injury against Jets in NFL

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Miami Dolphins wide receiver suffered what is believed to be a season-ending injury against the New York Jets.

Geopolitics

VP Vance blames Democrats for looming US government shutdown

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Congressional Democrats and Republicans failed to reach a spending deal after meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Geopolitics

Iraq’s shoemakers revive their ancient craft

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mosul’s shoemakers are restoring an ancient craft, creating jobs and hope after years of conflict.

Geopolitics

School collapse in Indonesia leaves one student dead, 38 missing

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Indonesia's National Agency for Disaster Management says 77 victims taken to hospitals for treatment.

Geopolitics

Turkey: Why are diabetes rates soaring?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Data from the Turkish Health Ministry reveal serious deficiencies in both the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes. The International Diabetes Federation says T…

Geopolitics

Denmark bans civil drones after more sightings

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Denmark is closing its entire airspace to civilian drones. The ban comes as the Nordic country prepares to host European leaders after a flurry of suspicious d…

Geopolitics

Ukraine: Kherson's ex-mayor on Russian occupation, captivity

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The former mayor of Kherson, Volodymyr Mykolaienko, was held captive for three years before being released in a prisoner exchange. He spoke to DW about the occ…

Geopolitics

Germany news: Far-right AfD loses mayoral runoffs in NRW

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's Christian Democrats emerged victorious in local elections in western Germany. Meanwhile, the German foreign minister is to visit Po…

Geopolitics

Eurovision to vote on whether Israel can participate in 2026

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The European Broadcasting Union will have its members vote on Israel's participation after calls to exclude the country over the war in Gaza.

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