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The latest breaking news and stories on the United States (US), a country in North America known as a federal republic, and the world’s largest economy. Also covering US-China relations, plus commentary and updates on US economy, politics, society, healthcare, military and crime.
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Computers and workstations seized by police during an online scam crackdown at a hotel in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, in March. Photo: Reuters
Cambodia

Why Cambodia’s new law may do little to combat its scam centres

Analysts warn the lack of provisions addressing the role officials and networks play in enabling scams may limit the law’s effectiveness.

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Banking & finance

Barclays boosts Hong Kong presence to tap thriving IPO market

Artificial intelligence

China taps offshore wind, subsea data centres to ease AI computing bottleneck

US, Israel war on Iran

As the war on Iran continues, what is it teaching China about US resilience?

Washington is providing a real-time laboratory of modern warfare and Beijing is paying close attention to the lessons.

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Illustration: Henry Wong
Celebrity children

Meet Sophia Meloni, Christopher Meloni’s daughter, who directed his new film

Sophia debuts as writer/director with Chop Cheese, a New York coming-of-age film starring her father, Law & Order actor Christopher Meloni.

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Cambodia

Opinion | To beat Cambodia’s scam gangs, US must work with China – not blame it

Taking down the deeply rooted, well-connected syndicates would require both Washington’s economic leverage and Beijing’s operational efforts.

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2026 Trump-Xi summit

Only virtual talks, no new investment push before Xi-Trump summit: Greer

US Trade Representative underscores US seeks substantial tariffs, unhindered rare earth access, and a stability-preserving leaders’ meeting.

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US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks to reporters outside the White House. Photo: AP
Middle East

Pro-Iran group says will release US journalist kidnapped in Iraq

Shelly Kittleson, who was abducted in Baghdad, must leave Iraq immediately, the Kataib Hezbollah militia says.

US, Israel war on Iran

Russia and China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz

Beijing and Moscow blocked Gulf-backed resolution hours before the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire.

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Space

Artemis crew snaps historic Earthset photo on way home from moon

The image is a nod to the iconic Earthrise picture taken by Apollo 8 astronaut Bill Anders in 1968.

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An image captured by the Artemis II crew shows the Earth setting behind the moon. Photo: Nasa via dpa
US, Israel war on Iran

Iran allows 2 French former detainees to leave country

The green light for them to leave Iran, long sought by France, signalled how Iran is differentiating between nations amid the Iran war.

Portraits of Cecile Kohler (left) and her partner Jacques Paris along with a placard reading “Freedom for Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris arbitrarily detained in Iran for over two years in appalling conditions” outside the Palais Bourbon, France’s National Assembly in 2025. Photo: AFP
US, Israel war on Iran

Developing | Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz under 2-week ceasefire deal with Trump

Washington receives ‘10-point proposal from Iran’ with US president claiming it could serve as ‘a workable basis on which to negotiate’.

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US-EU relations

‘Paper tiger’: what’s behind Trump’s renewed Greenland threat?

Europe is likely to stay neutral in the Iran war and could even benefit if America fares poorly in its military campaign, analyst says.

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War and conflict

As I see it | Why Donald Trump now needs a ‘forever war’

The US president and America are starting to understand you can’t go fascist at home and imperialist abroad halfway.

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US President Donald Trump prepares to speak about the war on Iran at the White House in Washington on April 1. Photo: AP
Hungary

Vance visits Hungary to boost Orban re-election bid

Orban, a Eurosceptic nationalist in power since 2010, is facing the toughest re-election bid of his career, with polls indicating his party will lose.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban (right) welcomes US Vice-President J.D. Vance in front of his office in Budapest, Hungary on Tuesday. Photo: EPA
Science

Chinese embassy in US confirms death of semiconductor researcher Wang Danhao

Scientist described by dean as a ‘promising and brilliant young mind’ took own life after questioning by US federal law enforcement.

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Malaysia

Iran ‘does not forget its friends’ as Malaysia-linked ships pass through Hormuz

The move signals Tehran’s use of access to Hormuz as leverage, analysts say, while drawing scrutiny over Malaysia’s oil transfers.

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India

India kicks off crucial state elections for Modi’s BJP amid Iran war turmoil

The ruling BJP is looking to break into opposition strongholds, especially in West Bengal, and secure dominance across India.

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves to his supporters during an election meeting in Barpeta on Monday ahead of the Assam state election on Thursday. Photo: AFP
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‘A whole civilisation will die tonight’: Donald Trump heightens Iran threats

Ahead of ‘complete demolition’ deadline, two sides face trust deficit and see no acceptable guarantor between them, analysts say.

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US-China relations

What is US telling Pacific allies by moving missiles to use in the Iran war?

Deploying US missiles to the Middle East ‘reinforces Beijing’s assessment that time and industrial scale favour China’, analyst says.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Trump steps up Iran threats as deadline approaches

US President Donald Trump said that Iran must reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz as part of any peace deal.

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China stock market

China tightens trading scrutiny on major shareholders and executives

New CSRC rules curb short-term trading by major shareholders to boost investor confidence and encourage long-term market participation.

A huge screen displays the latest stock exchange and economic data in Shanghai. Photo: EPA
Hong Kong economy

Failed bus cuts ‘tip of iceberg’ as fuel costs soar, Hong Kong lawmakers warn

Authorities urged to approve applications by non-franchised bus firms to increase fares, and provide subsidies to offset impact of oil shock.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Iran calls for ‘human chains’ around its power plants before US deadline

Tehran defiant after the US president warned the ‘entire country can be taken out in one night’.

Asean

Most in Asean prefer China over US in survey, Trump cited as biggest concern

Support for China was stronger in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore, according to the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute survey.

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US President Donald Trump greets Chinese President Xi Jinping before a bilateral meeting at the Gimhae International Airport terminal in South Korea in October. Photo: Daniel Torok/White House/dpa
Food and Drinks

Bar Leone’s Lorenzo Antinori on Hollywood star encounters after the Oscars

Bar Leone’s founder Lorenzo Antinori recalls rubbing shoulders with A-listers as the official server at this year’s Oscars after-party.

Lorenzo Antinori of Hong Kong’s Bar Leone, crowned the World’s Best Bar, mixes signature cocktails to be served at the Governors Ball, the official after-party of the Oscars. Photo: courtesy Don Julio
Vietnam

To Lam emerges as Vietnam’s ‘supreme leader’ after being elected president

The Communist Party chief is the first person to secure the top two jobs through the party’s normal leadership selection processes.

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Cuba

A new cast of Castros is emerging in Cuba, where the name holds sway

Younger Castros emerge as key figures on the communist-run island - including a bar-owning influencer.

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