Ukraine peace talks resume with 'some flexibility' by warring sides, US officials say
Kyiv, Washington and Moscow have all sent delegations to the United Arab Emirates for the first trilateral talks since February.
Chinese delivery rider’s death in Melbourne ignites safety debate ahead of poll
The killing of a Chinese food delivery rider in Melbourne has renewed safety concerns across the city just weeks ahead of the Victorian state election, where law and order is expected to be a key campaign battleground. F
China’s Trade Surplus Passes $1 Trillion at Record Pace
China’s factories are finding eager buyers worldwide, but the export boom is raising concerns about its impact on trading partner nations.
Richard Li’s FWD sets world record with sale of US$318m life insurance policy
FWD Private (Bermuda), a unit of Hong Kong-listed FWD Group founded by billionaire Richard Li Tzar-kai, has set a new Guinness World Record by selling a US$318 million life insurance policy, the companies said in separat
What really happened on the doomed Florida jet? Recovered black box could unlock horrifying final moments
Investigators say they have recovered the cockpit voice recorder of a business jet that plummeted from the sky amid severe weather in Florida last week
Eurovision makes historic Asian debut, but will Gen Z fans tune in?
Eurovision, the live song contest that has launched the likes of Abba, Celine Dion and Olivia Newton-John onto the world stage, is set to make its Asia debut in Bangkok this weekend, with a coterie of singers from South
Firm embroiled in Nvidia scandal linked to Australian newsagent worker
The Australian subsidiary of the firm at the centre of the alleged Nvidia spy scandal lists a newsagent worker as it sole director.
DR Congo sentences 66 soldiers to death for being 'cowards'
The Congolese army's fight against rebel groups has long been hampered by disarray within its ranks.
What powers does Netanyahu have as Israel’s interim PM?
As Israel faces political gridlock, Netanyahu wields caretaker powers to manage security and disrupt his rivals.
Is Burnham’s No 10 North working out?
Is the battle over welfare reforms about to intensify? With the Milburn Report on youth unemployment just a week away, Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy examine the growing pressure on Labour to tackle the issue. And with the
SoftBank logs $7 billion loss after U.S. data center costs swell
Analysts on average expected a profit of more than $800 million.
Japan to use COP31 to showcase environmental technologies
A key goal of the conference is to increase the world's electrification to 35% by 2035.
EPSO: Italian applicant boom puts EU hiring balance to the test
The EPSO generalist exam started on November 9, but almost half of the applicants come from one single country, Italy. This clashes with the Commission's own hiring rules, which favour 'underrepresented countries' to add
Chinese investment in African manufacturing could change the world
Africa is seeing a potentially historic transformation in its economic relationship with China. After two decades in which Chinese engagement was primarily associated with infrastructure construction, resource extraction
Senegal: Footage reveals wreckage of deadly migrant boat in which 39 people died
At least 39 people have died after a migrant boat sank off Senegal's Atlantic coast. Footage shows the shattered vessel washed ashore as rescuers continue searching for victims.
Senegal: Footage reveals wreckage of deadly migrant boat in which 39 people died
At least 39 people have died after a migrant boat sank off Senegal's Atlantic coast. Footage shows the shattered vessel washed ashore as rescuers continue searching for victims.
Fossil fuel emissions set to fall for first time since Covid, research shows
Global fossil fuel emissions are expected to fall by 0.4 percent in 2026 for first time since the Covid pandemic, driven by the expansion of renewable energy and the oil price shock linked to the Iran war, researchers sa
Macron’s Angkor visit highlights France’s custodial role
Former colonial power France plays a pivotal role in conservation projects in Cambodia.
China’s EV exports surge 145% as Iran war drives up overseas demand
China’s electric vehicle (EV) exports hit an all-time high for a second straight month in October, as the country’s carmakers rode a surge in overseas demand driven by the Middle East energy shock. Chinese brands sold a
Singapore firm in Nvidia scandal; India on US ‘double standards’: 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 topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscri
Oil prices continue to fall on hopes of US-Iran peace deal talks
Oil prices extend their losses as investors remain hopeful that diplomatic talks between the US and Iran will lead to an end to the Middle East conflict.
Surf Lakes to sell dormant Yeppoon prototype site
The wave pool was a world-first prototype at the time and gained attention from surfing champions but in recent years has sat abandoned.
Peru: Giant statue of Pope Leo XIV unveiled ahead of papal visit
A giant statue of Pope Leo XIV has been unveiled in Callao, Peru, ahead of his upcoming visit. The monument honours the pontiff's close ties to the country, where he previously served as a missionary and bishop.
Peru: Giant statue of Pope Leo XIV unveiled ahead of papal visit
A giant statue of Pope Leo XIV has been unveiled in Callao, Peru, ahead of his upcoming visit. The monument honours the pontiff's close ties to the country, where he previously served as a missionary and bishop.
Sakana AI may go public in 2027
Press reports say that the company is considering the Tokyo Stock Exchange or Nasdaq or a dual listing on both.
How is travel and tourism success measured? This new index aims to shake things up
The new power, efficiency and opportunity indices from the World Travel & Tourism Council look at economic strength, environmental efficiency and employment opportunity.
Trump says Iran war is ‘effectively over’ after midterms humiliation
The US president has downplayed threats of a new military strike after conceding that the conflict harmed the Republicans
US withdraws military aircraft from second UK airbase after Iran threat: reports
The United States has withdrawn military aircraft from a second British airbase following a threat from Iran, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported, citing people familiar with events. A number of American refuelling ta
UK remains ‘much valued business partner’ to Hong Kong, John Lee says
The United Kingdom remains a “much valued business partner” to Hong Kong, the city’s leader has said, while calling on British companies, investors and universities to explore opportunities in the Northern Metropolis meg
Qantas to cut 850 jobs and outsource much of the work to India
Transport Workers’ Union of Australia slams airline for finding ‘pushing priceless experience out of the door to pocket profits’
Are your supplements fake?
That protein powder in your cupboard might not be all protein, and those creatine gummies might be candy.
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump officials seeking ‘final end’ to conflict as crucial Abu Dhabi talks get underway
Trump’s comments come ahead of the Abu Dhabi peace talks
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang scandal casts shadow over South Korea’s chip ‘bromance’
South Korea is facing growing concerns over the fallout from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s alleged affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy, amid fears that the scandal could disrupt global AI supply chains and t
Tech billionaires dodge massive wealth tax as California voters decisively reject controversial Proposition
California voters have rejected a tax on the net worth of billionaires following a contentious and expensive ballot fight
French judo star Teddy Riner announces run for presidency
Judy star Teddy Rinner wants to be the next president of France. The 37-year-old Olympic champion announced his bid on social media on Monday. The news comes as polls show the French public largely split between the far-
French pupils step up protests as government concessions fall flat
Unions walked out of talks with the prime minister’s office over the presence of the far right, while firework mortars have been set off inside schools as tensions rise.
UFC CEO Dana White takes the White House podium during Washington visit
During his visit to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington, Dana White answers questions at the White House.
Ukraine and Russia reportedly show 'a little bit of flexibility' on territory as Abu Dhabi talks begin
The renewed US-mediated negotiations come amid deep divisions over territorial concessions and post-war security guarantees, with European leaders pressing for a role in discussions that could reshape the continent's sec
Senegal vows action on smugglers after latest migrant boat tragedy
The death toll from the sinking of a migrant boat off Senegal rose to 39 on Monday, authorities said -- one of the country's deadliest migration tragedies in recent years
California voters reject billionaire tax
The proposed measure would have imposed a one-time 5 percent tax on Californian billionaires to fund healthcare.
Trump says FBI investigating Nvidia boss's affair with alleged Chinese spy
The US president said he spoke with Jensen Huang on Monday and asked him about the affair with the alleged spy.
Trump says Nvidia CEO Huang knew nothing about alleged Chinese spy
US President Donald Trump says the FBI is looking into a matter involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and alleged links to a Chinese government agent. Trump said he had spoken to Huang, who denied knowing the person was a sp
US moves aircraft from second UK base over ‘threat from Iran’
Two refuelling tankers and several other aircraft diverted from RAF Mildenhall airbase to other locations, WSJ reports.
Pennies Lane: Paul McCartney becomes third richest musician in the world
Paul McCartney becomes a billionaire, making him the world’s third-richest musician behind Jay-Z and Taylor Swift.
Jillaroos spring a surprise as teams are named for World Cup finals
Australia has named its men's and women's sides for this Sunday's Rugby League World Cup finals against New Zealand, including a surprise Jillaroos call.
Cameroon president sets date for twice-delayed elections
Cameroonian President Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, announced on Monday that legislative and local elections will be held on February 7 -- the first ballots since the veteran leader was reelected in contes
France threatens actions against Iran over supermarket cyberattacks
France will seek Europeans actions against Iran in response to cyberattacks on hundreds of supermarket fridges, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Tuesday, after accusing Tehran's Revolutionary Guards of orchestratin
‘Obligations Are Equal, Rights Rarely Are’: The Citizens Bosnia Still Treats as ‘Others’
Seventeen years after the European Court of Human Rights ruled that Bosnia’s constitution unlawfully discriminates against Roma, Jews and 15 other minorities, they remain barred from the country’s highest political offic