Malaysia’s fighter jet deal to ‘quietly’ boost South China Sea defences
Published: 11:30am, 11 Jul 2025Updated: 11:35am, 11 Jul 2025 The United States’ approval of Malaysia’s purchase of dozens of fighter jets is set to...
Safety scare over Hong Kong public housing water in 2015 – from SCMP archive
This article was first published on July 12, 2015. Alert raised over tap water as more lead samples found by Emily Tsang Advertisement Fears...
Will China’s first-half GDP data reveal need for more fiscal stimulus?
Analysts awaiting details of China’s economic performance in the first half of the year, which are due to be released on Tuesday, will be...
Hong Kong stocks cap weekly gain on earnings optimism
Hong Kong stocks advanced on Friday, with the city’s benchmark pulling off a weekly gain on expectations for improved earnings in some industries and...
In global race for critical minerals, China identifies dozens of new reserves
China identified 38 new sites of mineral reserves in the first half of this year, discoveries that are expected to help the country meet...
2 Americans rescued from Japan’s Mount Fuji prompt more calls for tougher rules
Two Americans have had to be rescued from Japan’s Mount Fuji in separate incidents before the official climbing season began on Thursday, prompting renewed...
Hong Kong officials must address concerns over large-scale projects
Hong Kong prides itself on transparency, caution and adherence to the rule of law. Policy proposals undergo scrutiny and seek to strike a balance...
Japan hotel offers mini beds for toys, appealing to travellers with plush fellows
A hotel in Japan is offering mini beds and pyjamas for stuffed toys to attract travellers with furry companions. Advertisement Growing numbers of young...
How mainland China standards will bring Hong Kong cheaper, faster northern line
Published: 8:30am, 11 Jul 2025Updated: 8:43am, 11 Jul 2025 Hong Kong’s move to use mainland standards for a cross-border rail project in the Northern...