Malaysians cheer as US drops ‘alpha male’ ambassador pick Nick Adams
The news rippled through Malaysian social media with something close to glee. Nick Adams, the Australian-born, self-described “alpha male” whom US President Donald Trump...
Turmoil grips Philippines in 1986 as People Power ends Marcos rule – from the SCMP archive
This story was published on February 25, 1986. Marcos on brink of Manila turmoil From Harvey Stockwin The Philippine capital Manila was last night...
Trump at State of the Union: ‘A Turnaround for the Ages’
WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump on Feb. 24 delivered the first State of the Union address of his second term, saying that his economic policies and...
Trump to Give USA Hockey Goalie Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Donald Trump announced that he would award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Conner Hellebuyck, the goalie for the United States’ men’s Olympic...
Wellington mayor takes dip to prove sea is safe after sewage leak in New Zealand
The mayor of New Zealand’s capital city took an afternoon dip on Wednesday hoping to assuage public fears after a breakdown at a local...
Budget 2026-27: what can Hongkongers expect from Paul Chan’s financial plans?
This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. Hong Kong finance...
Norway’s former prime minister in hospital following Epstein files disclosures
Norway’s former prime minister Thorbjørn Jagland has been admitted to hospital due to the stress caused by the Epstein scandal, the NTB news agency...
New Zealand Introduces Move-On Orders to Deal With Homelessness
The New Zealand government has given police new move-on powers to deal with anti-social behaviours in city centres—particularly in Auckland. However, advocates fear the...
Hong Kong investment company HKIC to get expanded remit after early gains
All eyes on Wednesday will be on how the government plans to give a big push to its latest investment darling, the Hong Kong...