‘Wicked extortionists’ hound woman, torch Malaysia home for loan she never took
Loan sharks in Malaysia’s Johor state set fire to a house in Kluang belonging to the parents of a 33-year-old assistant manager after she...
Peng Returns, Zhang Reappears—National Games as Power Stage
Welcome to China Insights — your window into the real China, beyond the veil. With sharp analysis and a touch of dry humor, we...
New Zealand to Spend $50 Million to Stem the Tide of Meth
New Zealand is to spend just over $50 million (US$28.2 million) on a multi-pronged approach to reducing the use and availability of methamphetamine, involving...
Car Blast Near New Delhi’s Historic Red Fort Kills at Least 8 People, India’s Police Say
NEW DELHI—A car explosion near the historic Red Fort in India’s capital on Monday killed eight people and injured at least 19 others, police...
Uproar at Miss Universe event, ‘da ka’ moments in Singapore: 7 Asia highlights
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...
Dump truck catches fire on busy Hong Kong road, causing jam as driver escapes
A dump truck travelling on Tuen Mun Road in Hong Kong has caught fire, causing a traffic jam stretching about 5km (3.1 miles), diversions...
Hongkongers urged to secure travel insurance as bear attacks rise in Japan
Hongkongers visiting Japan should purchase adequate travel insurance, remain vigilant and avoid entering sealed-off areas known for bear attacks, or they may risk losing...
Malaysian police defend bodyguards’ viral leap onto moving car at Asean summit
Published: 12:03pm, 11 Nov 2025Updated: 12:18pm, 11 Nov 2025 Two female bodyguards have set Malaysian social media abuzz after a video showing them leaping...
German PE firm to acquire auto supplier manufacturers in China from Korea's Hwaseung
November 11, 2025 Germany-based private equity firm Mutares is set to finalise deals with South Korea-headquartered conglomerate Hwaseung Corporation on the acquisition of a...