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From China’s nuclear weapons to Trump’s summit entourage, here are highlights from our overseas correspondents in the first half of May 2026.
From ‘fantastic’ trade deals to the Chinese tech leader sitting next to Elon Musk, here’s all you need to know from the second day of Xi and Trump’s meeting in Beijing.
On this day five years ago, China became the third country in the world to safely land a rover on Mars after months of space travel.
From China’s message to Trump at the Temple of Heaven to a viral sushi parasite clip from Hong Kong, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
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Trailblazing engineer and global scholar from rural Hunan was the first in his family to attend university.
On this day 40 years ago, the city’s flagship carrier opened to public trading on the stock exchange.
Historic landmark, once home to the creators of Tiger Balm, will become a vibrant arts centre.
From an elaborate welcome parade to what the two leaders discussed, here is everything you need to know from Xi and Trump’s meeting in Beijing.
From a Hong Kong coach turning parks into gyms to vegetarian omakase in Vancouver, here are five stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.
Years after three high-profile suicides shook South Korea’s idol industry, grief and guilt remain.
From Malaysia’s import curbs to film-projecting headlights, here are seven EV stories you may have missed.
Hong Kong sushi chain issued apology on social media after footage of shocking discovery at Causeway Bay branch went viral.
Some have questioned Filipino and American Bea Millan-Windorski’s win, while others say belonging to the Philippines is about more than residency.
Ahead of Trump’s Beijing trip this week, we look at how the South China Morning Post covered his last visit to China nine years ago.
After the extensive damage from Super Typhoon Ragasa last year, authorities are enhancing protective measures for coastal areas.
From controversy about a Philippine pageant winner to Japan’s social recluses, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
From Hong Kong schools’ rise in students to Singapore’s investment stability, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.
The Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong study says shared video game play boosts trust, communication and emotional connection.
National Health Commission will push for AI-assisted diagnosis and treatment by 2030, but some medical experts have raised concerns.
The story on this page has some tougher vocabulary words and questions to improve your reading and grammar.
Each week, this page tests your reading comprehension with an interesting story that we’ve adjusted to be more accessible for all English learners.
From the South Korean judge’s death to China debuting naval drone tech, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
To escape the dreaded mainland university entrance exam, students are heading south amid US visa worries and the city’s generous non-local admission quotas.
The new city plan aims to enhance youth life with improved housing, healthcare and education.
From former wine critic on passion for endurance sport to art show on East, West gardens, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.
Southeast Asian countries are faring better than larger economies in the 178-nation Hanke’s Annual Misery Index for 2025.
From a zero emission ‘coal battery’ to China’s war on Alzheimer’s, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
Family well-being is slightly up, but self-isolation within households is a concern.
From Malaysian Indians frustrating scammers to Japan sharing warship design, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
