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Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsLeaders Xi, Putin meet over tea; rare earth find in northeast China: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical i…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsCoroner’s Court, watchdog to probe delayed blood transfusion to girl with cancer
Hong Kong’s medical watchdog and Coroner’s Court will look into an incident in which an eight-year-old girl died two years ago after a delayed blood transfusion during surgery at …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralia’s Linda McGill makes first swim around Hong Kong Island in 1976 – from the SCMP archive
This article was first published on May 23, 1976. Australia’s long distance swimming heroine, Linda McGill, staggered ashore at crowded Repulse Bay beach yesterday afternoon (May …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong’s ICAC charges woman over alleged HK$10,000 bribe in custody case
Hong Kong’s anti-corruption watchdog has charged a 62-year-old woman with allegedly offering a bribe to a Legal Aid Department clerk in an attempt to secure custody of her grandso…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina ‘most devoted fraudster’ fakes records to give wife free dialysis; reignites medical debate
China’s “most devoted fraudster” has returned to public attention after mainland media revisited his case of forging hospital payment slips to keep his wife alive. Liao Dan, a for…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAIIB launches US$10 billion facility to help nations hit by Iran war fallout
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has launched a US$10 billion facility to support members affected by conflict in the Middle East, the group announced on Thursday. …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsStephen Colbert hosts Late Show finale after controversial cancellation
Paul McCartney led an all-star line-up for the final episode of The Late Show as frontman Stephen Colbert bowed out after broadcaster CBS cancelled his show as it courted US Presi…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina’s commerce chief Wang Wentao expected in Brussels on June 29 and 30: sources
Commerce Minister Wang Wentao is expected in Brussels for crunch talks with EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic on June 29 and 30, as trade tensions between the sides threaten to reach …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong trade office in London can continue ‘legitimate activity’: UK official
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in London can continue its “legitimate activity”, the UK government has said, despite political pressure after a British court foun…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsSelfies and symbolism: behind the scenes from Xi’s summit with Trump and Putin
The presidents of the United States and Russia visited Beijing on separate trips in May to meet with President Xi Jinping. The South China Morning Post produced extensive coverage…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBloomberg accused of ‘unprecedented’ malice as Singapore ministers’ defamation trial ends
Financial news outlet Bloomberg harboured “unprecedented” malice in the publication and handling of an article about the purchase of good class bungalows in Singapore, lawyers for…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsMalaysia’s tourism-dependent Langkawi fears rising costs are deterring visitors
On Cenang Beach, Mohamad Zaki Najmi sells jet ski rides and boat tours in Langkawi’s turquoise water: adventure activities that have powered the Malaysian island’s tourism economy…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAir France 2009 crash verdict sparks mixed emotions among families
The Brazilian head of a victims’ association for the 2009 crash of Flight 447 from Rio to Paris said that justice has yet to be served in France’s worst aviation crash after a Par…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChinese and Dutch scientists turn corn to sustainable plastic, inspired by spider silk
Scientists from China and the Netherlands have created a corn protein-based biopolymer with a process inspired by spider silk that could offer a sustainable alternative to plastic…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy Rafizi’s party is bigger threat to Malaysia’s Anwar than opposition coalition
Former Malaysian economy minister Rafizi Ramli’s breakaway gamble is unlikely to bring down Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on its own, analysts say, but could still wound the ruling…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsDemocrats release 2024 US election loss ‘autopsy’, only to disavow it
Bowing to pressure from within its ranks, the Democratic National Committee released on Thursday its long-withheld “autopsy” of Kamala Harris’ loss to Donald Trump in the 2024 pr…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia and China are cautiously getting closer, thanks to Trump
Perhaps the most fascinating and important aspects of US President Donald Trump’s jolt to the global economy have been its unintended consequences, especially the impact on relati…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong producer Raymond Wong found guilty of HK$1 million insider trading
Hong Kong film producer and actor Raymond Wong Pak-ming has been found guilty of sharing insider information with his sister to trade shares of an entertainment company he chaired…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsCuba clash, Putin visits Beijing, Xi may go to North Korea
China criticised the United States for filing criminal charges against former Cuban president Raul Castro, as the Trump administration stepped up pressure on the Communist-ruled C…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS pausing $14bn arms sale to Taiwan due to Iran war, navy chief says
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's remarks come as US President Donald Trump gives mixed signals on the sale.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTurkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him
Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThousands attend funeral prayers for San Diego mosque attack victims
More than 2,000 people gathered for Islamic funeral prayers in San Diego for three men killed in mosque attack
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsKnicks move two wins from the NBA Finals with 109-93 victory over the Cavs
New York Knicks use an explosive third quarter to take a 2-0 lead over Cleveland in the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTwo-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after ‘severe illness’
Busch was in his 22nd full-time season in NASCAR's top division, where he won two Cup Series titles in 2015 and 2019.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMonfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party
The evening blended tennis, music and tributes to celebrate his two-decade journey on the professional tour.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIran war day 84: US-Iran talks advance amid mediation push
US and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsJapan’s World Cup 2026 team preview: Players to watch, group, squad
Japan have beaten Germany, Brazil, England and Spain since 2022, but may struggle to sustain a genuine title push.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS raises threat of military action against Cuba
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Cuba poses a national security threat.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat's behind Bolivia's ongoing protests?
Months after center-right President Rodrigo Paz took office in the South American nation, anti-government protests have escalated into riots. DW looks at the root causes and what'…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUS: Trump hints at action against Cuba amid intensifying standoff
The US escalated pressure on Cuba after charging former president Raul Castro, with Marco Rubio saying Washington remains open to talks but sees little chance of a negotiated solu…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsHow the Cannes 2026 films reflect a world in conflict
Various works explore the impact of authoritarianism through a historical lens, while one thriller on corruption is set in Putin's Russia.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia swats cockroach movement over 'national security'
After the Cockroach Janta Party's X handle was blocked in India, reports say the Instagram handle is also in danger of suspension. Meanwhile, the Quad defense grouping is set to c…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsIran war: Israeli strike kills two in southern Lebanon
Israel's military said it has carried out an airstrike in southern Lebanon that killed two. DW has the latest.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFamilies secure future of UK children’s care home after uncovering management failures
Charity Commission inquiry into William Blake House in Northamptonshire resulted in rescue planA group of “accidental activist” families have succeeded in their efforts to secure …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsPolice appeal for information about alleged sexual misconduct in Andrew investigation
Thames Valley police believe more witnesses may be out there in inquiry into alleged misconduct in public office by former princePolice investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor wa…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsEnglish Heritage unveils recreation of 4,500-year-old Neolithic hall near Stonehenge
The Kusuma Neolithic Hall, based on Durrington 68 site, will allow visitors to ‘step back in time’ into the lives of those who built the stone circleIt may have been a place for c…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUK borrowed bigger than forecast £24.3bn in April as inflation adds to benefits bill
Figure comes amid rising cost of pensions as bond market jitters take monthly debt interest to £10.3bn Business live – latest updatesThe UK borrowed more than expected in April as…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsGreen party candidate for Makerfield byelection quits after just nine hours
Party apologises for posts by Chris Kennedy about attack on Jewish ambulances and says he has withdrawn for personal reasonsThe Green party’s candidate for the Makerfield byelecti…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTaliban ‘legitimising child marriage’ with new law, activists warn
Up to 70% of girls may be in early or forced marriages but law now makes divorce impossible if husbands disagreeChild marriage appears to have been legally recognised for the firs…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFriday briefing: As Israel’s coalition collapses, can its prime minister hang on to power?
In today’s newsletter: As the polls tighten around Benjamin Netanyahu, the coming months may redefine Israel’s political order without resolving its most entrenched conflictsGo…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsEscape of big cat belonging to Germany’s ‘Tiger Queen’ shatters peace of small town
Gardeners tending to allotments were terrified to see animal roaming wild after mauling one of its keepers – but critics have long been concernedA tiger on the loose among garden …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsNato foreign ministers meet to navigate shifting partnership with the US – Europe live
The military alliance’s chief tried to manage expectations after Donald Trump said he would deploy 5,000 troops to PolandRubio begins with thanks to Sweden for hosting the ministe…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsSlow-moving bands of heavy rain trigger flooding and landslides in parts of China
Twelve dead as southern and central areas also suffer travel disruption, electricity outages and evacuationsHeavy, prolonged rainfall in southern and central China has resulted in…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRubio doubtful of diplomacy with Cuba as Trump renews threat of military action
US secretary of state says president would like a negotiated agreement with Havana but likelihood ‘is not high’The US president, Donald Trump, and the secretary of state, Marco Ru…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralian man dies after falling down ravine on hike to Machu Picchu
The body of Matthew Cameron Paton, 53, was found on Thursday, about 300m down a steep slope.
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