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1. In earthquake-stricken Myanmar, rescuers claw at debris with hands

2. What if curing cancer could cost 99% less in China?

3. From underdog to genius: Yale computer scientist Sun Huanbo returns to China

4. Comac C949: China unveils quiet supersonic jet with ultra-long range

5. ‘Ridiculous’: hungry Hong Kong Sevens fans decry lack of food at Kai Tak Stadium



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Japan’s Russia concern, businesses choose Malaysia over Singapore: 7 Asia highlights

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China doubts Musk’s Starship future; ex-TSMC chip prodigy returns: SCMP’s 7 highlights

SCMP Highlights

Myanmar earthquake, curing cancer in China, Hong Kong Sevens: 5 weekend reads you missed

A view of a damaged pagoda following an earthquake in Naypyidaw, Myanmar on March 29, 2025. Photo: EPA-EFE

Rescuers work to save residents trapped under the rubble of a destroyed condominium in Myanmar’s Mandalay on March 29. Photo: AFP

Illustration: Brian Wang

Computer scientist Sun Huanbo has taken up a position at Peking University. Photo: Peking University

Chinese aerospace giant Comac has revealed the first glimpse of its quiet supersonic airliner C949. Photo: Comac

A staff member walks past a closed food concession stand at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Harvey Kong

Chiang Kai-shek’s great grandson, Coldplay ticketing mess in Hong Kong: SCMP’s 7 highlights

Andrew Chiang You-ching, the great-grandson of Taiwan’s former leader Chiang Kai-shek, announced on social media that he is moving to Hangzhou to build a career and promote cross-strait ties. Photo: Douyin/Andrew Chiang

A Coldplay performance in Mumbai, India. Photo: Facebook/Coldplay

China’s Wu Yanni celebrates after breaking the national record during the women’s 60 metres hurdles semi-finals at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships. Photo: Xinhua

Hypersonic flight has had another boost as Chinese researchers found a way to increase afterburner thrust using magnesium powder. Photo: Chinese Academy of Sciences

New guidelines in Bali urge foreign tourists to respect customs, or face strict action for misconduct. EPA-EFE

US YouTuber IShowSpeed with his fans in Vietnam. Photo: X/iShowSpeedHQ

China’s deep-sea cable cutter, Gen Z’s cosmetic cravings: 5 weekend reads you missed

Workers install an electric submarine cable and optical fibre between Quiberon and Belle-Ile-en-mer, western France. Photo: AFP

An illustration of a submarine internet communication cable on the seabed. Photo: Shutterstock

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

In the hunt for affordable cosmetic enhancements, Gen Z Asians have been turning to risky treatments at unlicensed clinics. Photo: Shutterstock

The ubiquitous Peranakan style udang masak lemak nenas, or prawn and pineapple stewed in a delectable coconut curry, which De Souza paired with a flavour-packed nasi ulam or rice mixed with raw herbs. Photo: Joseph Sipalan

Hongkonger Kevin Field plans to raise HK$35,000 for a local charity that supports the city’s refugees. Photo: Eugene Lee

US has ‘lost its way’, China’s record-smashing gold deposits: SCMP daily highlights

China may have found two massive deposits of gold using advanced technology. Photo: Shutterstock

Illustration: Pearl Law

Xinghuo would be the first major hybrid project in the world designed to deliver real-world power by combining the strengths of both processes. Photo: Shutterstock

A spokesman for the PLA’s Eastern Theatre Command said of recent drills: “This is a powerful punishment for ‘Taiwan independence’ forces and a serious warning to external interference forces. It is completely legitimate and necessary”. Photo: Eastern Theatre Command

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From rescuers in quake-hit Myanmar to China’s new quiet supersonic jet, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend


From rescuers in quake-hit Myanmar to China’s new quiet supersonic jet, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.


Myanmar earthquake, curing cancer in China, Hong Kong Sevens: 5 weekend reads you missed

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From rescuers in quake-hit Myanmar to China’s new quiet supersonic jet, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend

1. In earthquake-stricken Myanmar, rescuers claw at debris with hands

From rescuers in quake-hit Myanmar to China’s new quiet supersonic jet, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend