7 h. ago EU Commission opens probe as to whether China provided BYD with unfair subsidies for its EV plant in Hungary

EU Commission opens probe as to whether China provided BYD with unfair subsidies for its EV plant in Hungary  Electrek

Events

8 h. ago Google antitrust probe puts Beijing’s software “nationalism” in the spotlight

Google antitrust probe puts Beijing’s software “nationalism” in the spotlight  Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS)

Events

11 h. ago Spotlight on food waste in Malaysia as Ramadan bazaar trash becomes fashion

A food waste-reduction group collected over 46,000kg of unsold food over the first two weeks of Ramadan this year, but said the actual wastage was likely to be much higher.

Politics

19 h. ago Former Chongqing political official facing corruption investigation

Sun Zhengcai, the former secretary of Chongqing Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, has been placed under investigation on suspicion of accepting bribes, according to the Supreme People's Procuratorate on Monday.

Politics

32 h. ago Towngas says tourism rebound, incoming mainland talent will drive sales in 2025

Towngas says its renewable energy business on the mainland was a strong profit contributor.

Society

32 h. ago Malaysia agrees ‘no find, no fee’ terms to restart flight MH370 search

Exploration company Ocean Infinity will receive US$70 million if the wreckage is successfully located.

Politics

33 h. ago Zelensky to speak with Trump on Wednesday, says US should monitor ceasefire

Putin agreed on Tuesday to stop attacking Ukrainian energy facilities temporarily but declined to endorse a full 30-day ceasefire.

Politics

33 h. ago Trump pushes Zelensky to put Ukraine power plants under US control

Suggestion was part of phone call in which Zelensky accepted Russia’s offer for a mutual pause in attacks on energy targets for 30 days.

Politics

39 h. ago Backlash brews in Malaysia over Chagee app’s South China Sea map used by Beijing

Irate consumers spur boycott calls after Chinese tea chain’s app prominently displayed the controversial nine-dash line.

Politics

39 h. ago Backlash brews in Malaysia over tea chain Chagee app’s South China Sea map

Backlash brews in Malaysia over tea chain Chagee app’s South China Sea map  South China Morning Post

Politics

39 h. ago Malaysia’s big chip ambitions spotlight brain drain: ‘we still lack sufficient talent’

Malaysians who have the right skill set and experience with semiconductors often choose to work abroad for better pay, analysts say.

Politics

45 h. ago In Indonesia, Prabowo’s prison island plan for corrupt officials raises eyebrows

A recent prison break has exposed the flaws in Indonesia’s overstretched correctional system. Experts say a complete overhaul is required.

Events

50 h. ago 5 charged, new raids in Huawei corruption scandal at EU parliament in Belgium

4 in detention on ‘active corruption and criminal organisation’ charges. A fifth, charged with money laundering, released under conditions.

Politics

50 h. ago 5 charged, new raids in Huawei corruption probe at EU parliament in Belgium

Four suspects face charges, including active corruption, while a fifth is accused of money laundering.

Politics

51 h. ago Trump, Putin agree on ‘energy and infrastructure’ ceasefire for Ukraine war

Leaders agree on starting point for ‘permanent peace’ in armed conflict, and improved US-Russia ties in 2.5 hour call.

Politics

59 h. ago Ishiba’s gift scandal sparks ‘volcanic’ public outrage, plunging Japan’s LDP into crisis

The scandal has raised concerns about political ethics ahead of a crucial election, with analysts noting it reflects increasing public anger towards Japan’s ruling LDP.

Events

61 h. ago Why is Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal still casting a long shadow over its economy?

About 70 per cent of the US$10 billion funds pilfered from the sovereign wealth fund have been recovered, Malaysia’s MACC says.

Science

64 h. ago China, India vs US tariffs, Rae Lil Black raises eyebrows in Malaysia: 7 Asia highlights

From Duterte’s arrest in Philippines to Singapore banning a Malaysian coffee brand, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Politics

69 h. ago US$27 fee to climb Japan’s Mount Fuji to be levied from May 2025 to tackle overcrowding

All 4 trails up Japan’s tallest mountain will cost more to use this year. Curbs on ‘bullet climbing’ rapid ascents will also be instituted.

Politics

3 d. ago Washington’s top prosecutor announces election fraud probe, though authority unclear

Ed Martin has echoed Trump’s false claims 2020 election was stolen. ‘Americans do not have confidence in our election systems,’ Martin said.

Politics